Bendy & Her Friendies V2 ... This Bar Never Closes! New Thread Started!

[oybolshoi]

The buttons rock Seattle!!!!
Their arrival makes my trip seem closer, which of course is awesome.

Suh-weet!!

 

[oybolshoi]

BEEEEE-YOOOOOOO-TEEEEE-FULL!!!!

Thought I'd share some pics from our trip to the Biltmore Winery yesterday.

Winery

Winery

Walking to the where the tours start

Fermentation Area

Steaming Vat

Wine Cellar

Wine Cellar

Rachel doing her Vanna White impression as we embark on the tasting room

Tasting Room

Premium Wine Tasting Bar

One thing I've learned in my years of doing wine tastings-never allow your children to man the camera while you partake. My first trip to Biltmore's tasting room had a very different outcome-one that left Fred with many blackmail worthy photographs. I now only have peachy little sanitized photos to share.

 

[PNO4TE]

The hubby and I always watch Next Food Network Star ... even though it's become a little predictable over the last couple of seasons. Your dinner sounds great ... foie gras on a stick? Sign me up!!!

I don't know about the pop rocks, though!

Sue - I can see why you had a terrific meal. It looks like a great place!

 

[PNO4TE]

Thought I'd share some pics from our trip to the Biltmore Winery yesterday.

Looks like a great way to spend quality time with the kiddos and combine good wine to boot!

 

[disneyfav4ever]

I have some sad news to share.

I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

Needless to say I am heartbroken about this. He was like the last piece of my grandma I had left, and I am just so sad he's gone.

I can't say this was unexpected however, since he was born in 1993, so he was obviously an old dog, with a full life. And he was doing poorly the last few weeks. My sister said a month ago she'd be suprised if he lasted another week, and my dad said he'd probably die by the end of the month.

He was just such a good dog. I remember always coming over to Grandma's house when I was little, and he would always be so excited to see me. He still was always excited to see me, even Friday, (the last time I saw him,) when I had gone over to my parents house, and he had been outside limping around. I had gone to put my stuff down inside, and he tried to hurry up to keep up with me, while I was trying to get him to not follow me so I could go back out and carry him in.

It's weird though, he was doing fine until my grandma died, and then it's like he knew that she was gone, and that's when I started noticing a steady decline in him. Like he held out just for Grandma, who always worried so much about that dog.

 

[oybolshoi]

I'm so sorry.

Animals are such an important part of the family and when something happens to their "person" it can be really hard for them to recover from it. My nephew's MIL passed away in January and one of her dogs followed shortly thereafter - the poor thing just never got over her death.

I have some sad news to share.

I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

Needless to say I am heartbroken about this. He was like the last piece of my grandma I had left, and I am just so sad he's gone.

I can't say this was unexpected however, since he was born in 1993, so he was obviously an old dog, with a full life. And he was doing poorly the last few weeks. My sister said a month ago she'd be suprised if he lasted another week, and my dad said he'd probably die by the end of the month.

He was just such a good dog. I remember always coming over to Grandma's house when I was little, and he would always be so excited to see me. He still was always excited to see me, even Friday, (the last time I saw him,) when I had gone over to my parents house, and he had been outside limping around. I had gone to put my stuff down inside, and he tried to hurry up to keep up with me, while I was trying to get him to not follow me so I could go back out and carry him in.

It's weird though, he was doing fine until my grandma died, and then it's like he knew that she was gone, and that's when I started noticing a steady decline in him. Like he held out just for Grandma, who always worried so much about that dog.

 

[disneyfav4ever]

I'm so sorry.

Animals are such an important part of the family and when something happens to their "person" it can be really hard for them to recover from it. My nephew's MIL passed away in January and one of her dogs followed shortly thereafter - the poor thing just never got over her death.

It's so weird that he would've even know she had died though. I swear he had a sixth sense about it. The last time he saw Grandma was Mother's Day, and then she died Memorial Day weekend. I went to my parent's house that night, and he just seemed bummed out, like he knew something was wrong. I saw him like three or four times after that, and he just seemed to keep on getting worse and worse.

Meanwhile my last remaining cat, who is still also at my parent's, according to my mom, is happy to be getting all the attention now. She seems to just get happier as the rest of the pets died. Last April, when our first cat died, she seemed that way, but he had always been mean to her, and eaten her food, then when our other cat died in December, she seemed happy to be the only cat, and having all the cat beds and treats, etc to herself, and with the dog she just seems to be completely unconcerned.

The other night when I was over with the dog I was giving him tons of pets, because he really could just lay there, and had trouble even sitting up, and the cat was getting mad that I wasn't paying any attention to her, just to the dog.

 

[blissventure]

I have some sad news to share.

I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

Needless to say I am heartbroken about this. He was like the last piece of my grandma I had left, and I am just so sad he's gone.

I can't say this was unexpected however, since he was born in 1993, so he was obviously an old dog, with a full life. And he was doing poorly the last few weeks. My sister said a month ago she'd be suprised if he lasted another week, and my dad said he'd probably die by the end of the month.

He was just such a good dog. I remember always coming over to Grandma's house when I was little, and he would always be so excited to see me. He still was always excited to see me, even Friday, (the last time I saw him,) when I had gone over to my parents house, and he had been outside limping around. I had gone to put my stuff down inside, and he tried to hurry up to keep up with me, while I was trying to get him to not follow me so I could go back out and carry him in.

It's weird though, he was doing fine until my grandma died, and then it's like he knew that she was gone, and that's when I started noticing a steady decline in him. Like he held out just for Grandma, who always worried so much about that dog.

I"m sorry for your loss. As you shared a bit about your Grandma's sweet dog, I could see how very special he was both to her and to you. I hope the treasured memories you have about your Grandma and her dog are a comfort to you.

 

[oybolshoi]

I believe that animals do have an ability to sense things like deaths just like they can sense changes in weather or natural disasters like earthquakes. They are attuned to nature in ways that we've long forgotten since we done went and "civilized" ourselves.

Somewhere your grandma and her dog are both very happy to be together again.

 

[Shenanigoat]

I have some sad news to share.

I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

Needless to say I am heartbroken about this. He was like the last piece of my grandma I had left, and I am just so sad he's gone.

I can't say this was unexpected however, since he was born in 1993, so he was obviously an old dog, with a full life. And he was doing poorly the last few weeks. My sister said a month ago she'd be suprised if he lasted another week, and my dad said he'd probably die by the end of the month.

He was just such a good dog. I remember always coming over to Grandma's house when I was little, and he would always be so excited to see me. He still was always excited to see me, even Friday, (the last time I saw him,) when I had gone over to my parents house, and he had been outside limping around. I had gone to put my stuff down inside, and he tried to hurry up to keep up with me, while I was trying to get him to not follow me so I could go back out and carry him in.

It's weird though, he was doing fine until my grandma died, and then it's like he knew that she was gone, and that's when I started noticing a steady decline in him. Like he held out just for Grandma, who always worried so much about that dog.

Pets are so loving and part of the family, it's painful when they go. I am so sorry about your loss.

 

[oybolshoi]

On a totally different subject ... my husband probably wants to kill me.

I told him tonight that I really wish we could add on October 13th to our stay for a total of 11 nights because I'd love love love to attend the signature dinner at Raglan Road. While it wouldn't be an issue to rearrange airfare ... yours truly went and rented and / or gave away the remainder of our DVC points for this year and next year since we knew we wouldn't be visiting WDW in 2010.

He is, with good reason, entirely opposed to a one-night cash outlay just so we can indulge in another gluttonous dinner.

Jay doesn't put his foot down often but when he does, it leaves a really big footprint.

 

[blissventure]

On a totally different subject ... my husband probably wants to kill me.

I told him tonight that I really wish we could add on the 13th to our stay for a total of 11 nights because I'd love love love to attend the signature dinner at Raglan Road. While it wouldn't be an issue to rearrange airfare ... yours truly went and rented and / or gave away the remainder of our DVC points for this year and next year since we knew we wouldn't be visiting WDW in 2010.

He is, with good reason, entirely opposed to a one-night cash outlay just so we can indulge in another gluttonous dinner.

That signature dinner sounds like it would be fantastic. Might be possible to justify the dinner due to missing in 2010. Whadaya think?
Hmmm...maybe when Disney decided to offer the new room only discounts they had you guys in mind. (Just a thought.)

Disney ADR reservations are never finished, are they?

 

[oybolshoi]

That signature dinner sounds like it would be fantastic. Might be possible to justify the dinner due to missing in 2010. Whadaya think?
Hmmm...maybe when Disney decided to offer the new room only discounts they had you guys in mind. (Just a thought.)

Disney ADR reservations are never finished, are they?

Well, I told him that we didn't even need to go to a park that day ... it would just be about arriving and settling in. The problem is that we are staying at the Beach Club Villas and even if there is availability on the 13th, I tremble to think how much it would cost to actually pay for a villa there.

He told me to save it for May when we plan to visit Vegas ... I know he's right but my inner Gollum wants the dinner!!!

 

[oybolshoi]

Hooray! Cardinals 3, Dodgers 2 ... in 15 innings.

I think I'll go to bed now.

 

[Shenanigoat]

Hooray! Cardinals 3, Dodgers 2 ... in 15 innings.

I think I'll go to bed now.

The Spouse originally hails from the Cardinal Nation, though he lives in CA now. He got a birthday present, which just arrived today, and you can see our little man modeling it:

Note the game on and Warcraft- the Spouse assures me it's called multitasking.

This gift was sent by my SIL. The Little Man has a fine collection of sweaters and outfits. He doesn't mind, too much. We already refered to him during games as our Rally Monkey, so now he's dressed for the part at least.

 

[PNO4TE]

I have some sad news to share.

I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

Needless to say I am heartbroken about this. He was like the last piece of my grandma I had left, and I am just so sad he's gone.

I can't say this was unexpected however, since he was born in 1993, so he was obviously an old dog, with a full life. And he was doing poorly the last few weeks. My sister said a month ago she'd be suprised if he lasted another week, and my dad said he'd probably die by the end of the month.

He was just such a good dog. I remember always coming over to Grandma's house when I was little, and he would always be so excited to see me. He still was always excited to see me, even Friday, (the last time I saw him,) when I had gone over to my parents house, and he had been outside limping around. I had gone to put my stuff down inside, and he tried to hurry up to keep up with me, while I was trying to get him to not follow me so I could go back out and carry him in.

It's weird though, he was doing fine until my grandma died, and then it's like he knew that she was gone, and that's when I started noticing a steady decline in him. Like he held out just for Grandma, who always worried so much about that dog.

You poor thing. I am so sorry. Out first dog died at age 16 right after we moved back to Virginia. I know she waited to "come home" so I agree with you that your dog was mourning your grandma.

 

[PNO4TE]

On a totally different subject ... my husband probably wants to kill me.

I told him tonight that I really wish we could add on October 13th to our stay for a total of 11 nights because I'd love love love to attend the signature dinner at Raglan Road. While it wouldn't be an issue to rearrange airfare ... yours truly went and rented and / or gave away the remainder of our DVC points for this year and next year since we knew we wouldn't be visiting WDW in 2010.

He is, with good reason, entirely opposed to a one-night cash outlay just so we can indulge in another gluttonous dinner.

Jay doesn't put his foot down often but when he does, it leaves a really big footprint.

I have a big footprint on my back today too, Brenda! The dates of our trip were developed because of a bounceback offer we got last year before we checked out of the Poly. When our friend offered her DVC points to rent I jumped on the offer and she made the reservation for the same dates as our original BC stay.

Well, for some odd reason we are traveling to WDW on a Friday and returning on a Thursday. Odd, huh?? Wonder what calendar I was looking at? I would love to add on three more nights and change our airfare too. But myBob looked at me like I had grown another head.

We can get better flight times out of a closer airport if we extend our stay too. I am even willing to change resorts. But so far, he is not budging. Doesn't mean I won't be looking around some more today.

 

[TigerKat]

Thought I'd share some pics from our trip to the Biltmore Winery yesterday.

Absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!

I have some sad news to share.
I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

As someone else has already stated, take comfort in knowing they are together again.

Jay doesn't put his foot down often but when he does, it leaves a really big footprint.

 

[oybolshoi]

The Spouse originally hails from the Cardinal Nation, though he lives in CA now. He got a birthday present, which just arrived today, and you can see our little man modeling it:

Note the game on and Warcraft- the Spouse assures me it's called multitasking.

This gift was sent by my SIL. The Little Man has a fine collection of sweaters and outfits. He doesn't mind, too much. We already refered to him during games as our Rally Monkey, so now he's dressed for the part at least.

I may be confused since I haven't had my coffee yet, but someone sent your hubby a birthday present that's actually for your cat? Or did you artfully hide the excess shirt material before snapping the picture?

Either way your cat is beautiful.

And I'm continually amazed by the number of Cardinal Nation folks who've moved out West. I guess when you leave MO for the west coast you've moved wester. I have some extended family that I only met one time who moved to areas in Anaheim and Manhattan Beach. I visited once ... once (haha ... I'm channeling Danny Vermin this morning) ... I missed the open green space that we have here in Stinktown, and the comparatively clean air.

 

[*KeepMovingForward*]

I have some sad news to share.

I spoke to my mom about an hour ago, and found out my dog, (who was really my grandma's dog,) passed away this morning.

Needless to say I am heartbroken about this. He was like the last piece of my grandma I had left, and I am just so sad he's gone.

I can't say this was unexpected however, since he was born in 1993, so he was obviously an old dog, with a full life. And he was doing poorly the last few weeks. My sister said a month ago she'd be suprised if he lasted another week, and my dad said he'd probably die by the end of the month.

He was just such a good dog. I remember always coming over to Grandma's house when I was little, and he would always be so excited to see me. He still was always excited to see me, even Friday, (the last time I saw him,) when I had gone over to my parents house, and he had been outside limping around. I had gone to put my stuff down inside, and he tried to hurry up to keep up with me, while I was trying to get him to not follow me so I could go back out and carry him in.

It's weird though, he was doing fine until my grandma died, and then it's like he knew that she was gone, and that's when I started noticing a steady decline in him. Like he held out just for Grandma, who always worried so much about that dog.

I'm so sorry. I think pets are no different than people-sometimes you see a husband die and the wife shortly follows or vice versa. This happened with my grandfather and all three of his dogs. They miss their pal and companion. My heart goes out to you.