Break out the bubbly and warn the waiters...she's coming back!

[cdotla]

Yay Christine!!! So close now!!!

I think your plans look great...not to jam packed, which is good.

Btwn Kona or Jiko for dinner? I say Jiko. Besides, if you change your mind, you could likely get back into Kona on a walk-up. Not the same with Jiko.

Can you fit Kona in for breakfast though?

Sounds like you a going to have a blast!!!

 

[brookelizabeth]

So glad to see you are snapping out of the funk. I get it though - it was very recent for me, the week before our trip, it's just a frustrating time! Too much to do, no energy to do it, just wears on ya! Ick!

BUT, a nice reminder that it's WORTH IT to go through all that to get to WDW!!! And the funk shakes off, as you are finding!

Your plans look so so great. Ahhhh...what a trip it will be! For your arrival day, I'm voting for the Plaza over B&C. Get to MK, see the Castle, hear the Main Street music, take in the scent from the bakery... then it truly feels like you are there.

I don't really have any opinions on online check-in. We didn't do it this past trip...mainly because I knew we'd be arriving in the wee hours of the morning so there wouldn't be a line. But, I'd have to agree with the CM-wait until you get there so you can explain what you are trying to do...hopefully they can get it to work out for ya.

Oh, and sorry to hear about the not so stellar experience with the TA. I did one for this past trip, just to see how it would go...and while it wasn't bad, I don't think I'll be doing it again. It's just easier to KNOW your stuff is getting done by doing it yourself. Besides, after a short time, I'm always itchin' to call Disney back for one reason or another---even just to listen to the hold music.

 

[MEK]

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I think the funk has lifted and I am officially excited. Two weeks from tomorrow at the is exact moment I will be touching down in Orlando and getting ready for the fake monorail!

I called Disney on my split reservation and while I couldn't link the two per se I am hopeful that I won't have to switch rooms. I also made my requests for a king size bed and an Epcot view so we'll see. The CM I talked to said Beach Club didn't have full balconies which I know isn't true thanks to the DIS so not sure I'm entirely confident but I've done what I can. He recommended that I NOT do online check in so I can explain what I'm trying to do with the two ressies so I guess I'll go the old fashioned route. Any differing opinions?

No matter what I know it will be a GREAT trip and I am so looking forward to meeting so many DIS'ers!!!

Hi C.....So glad to hear that the funk has lifted. Yeah to less than two weeks! I think you will do fine getting your requests without doing the online check in. Hope you get everything you want.

Looking forward to our upcoming trips!!!!!!!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Congrats on hitting the two-week mark! I had a moment of panic when I realized that tomorrow will be my three-week mark, and I have done nothing to get ready since making my initial reservation and ADRs!

Thanks! Initial reservations and ADRs are the big things. The rest you can figure out!

LOL Jackie I'm with you on the panic thing...oh yes I am!!!! YAY for the 2 week mark C...how much fun is that!!! I'm really looking forward to meeting you and having a great time together!!!

HMMM 1 French phrase...I bet I know the one you know LOL

I'm not sure about the online check in...I have thought about it but then I have to pay for my dining upon arrival so I'm not sure how that works if I have online checked in...besides I'm not even sure if DVC can do online check in LOL!!

I can't wait!!!!!!!!!

Hi C!
I'm sorry I haven't visited in awhile....it's been crazy here with school starting and all! But that doesn't mean I'm not thinking of you!! I hope you're well and I can't believe our trips are SO close! I'm getting panicy myself.... Hope you're well!!!

Thanks for checking in Kristen! You are super close to your trip! Yippee!!

That's okay for you to ask! This year more than ever, DS is fully aware that he's going to Disney World. I think having been in December cemented the concept for him. Whereas last year, at 3.5, he was excited and he knew we were going, this year he's more aware of time and its passing, and he's remembering specific things. Like swimming in the Hippy Dippy Pool and the Donald ride in Mexico. So this year, the we've definitely upped the ante on excitement in this house.



I admire Johnny Depp in all his many roles, but I have to say that I am in love with Jack Sparrow. Just don't tell my DH.





Glad to hear that you're getting excited! Oddly enough, in some weird symbosis of the DIS, I got really excited today too!

Symbiosis of the DIS. I love it!! Glad you are getting in the spirit as well!!

OH lets all panic together... then we can consider it therapeutic, not OCD...



I am trying to keep plans for September and plans for December straight in my head!!! BUT I did score some new ADRs, so I can't wait to share! I am nervous about the online check in if I have made a room request...

But hey, no worries, it is DISNEY after all!!

OCD? Who? Us???

You aren't kidding, but I think there is something to it -- today when I was driving home from school I was hit by an absolute wave of giddiness about the trip -- then I was knocked over by another wave of panic.



I don't think I have ever felt so unprepared for a trip before!



I like your reasoning!

Waves of giddy and waves of panic... yep, sounds familiar! Seems there has been a outbreak!

Your plan looks great!! I'm so jealous!!

If I had to pick 1 movie...

Well, Peter Pan is my all time fav but there so many great disney movies!!

To really get you in the mood look at some of the ride videos, parades etc on youtube!! My kiddos love to watch those!! If you have a vacation planning DVD watch that as well!

I agree with the suggestion that if your not sure about wearing a halloween costume think about a tee shirt or something. Take a look at the disign board! There is soooo much good stuff on there!

Enjoy the rest of your countdown and just remember all the fun your going to have!

Thanks! I love Peter Pan as well! I will have to dig the planning DVD out this weekend. I probably have several as I can't imagine throwing one out!

I am so glad that you are looking forward to your trip again!!

Thanks, me too!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Yay Christine!!! So close now!!!

I think your plans look great...not to jam packed, which is good.

Btwn Kona or Jiko for dinner? I say Jiko. Besides, if you change your mind, you could likely get back into Kona on a walk-up. Not the same with Jiko.

Can you fit Kona in for breakfast though?

Sounds like you a going to have a blast!!!

Great suggestion! You're right could probably get Kona as walk up. Re: Kona for breakfast. I'm not sure. I'm actually not a big breakfast eater. Food kind of disgusts me first thing in the morning. (But don't feel badly for me - I more than make up for it throughout the remainder of the day! ). The real coffee sounds appealing but I've never been intrigued by the famous Tonga toast.

So glad to see you are snapping out of the funk. I get it though - it was very recent for me, the week before our trip, it's just a frustrating time! Too much to do, no energy to do it, just wears on ya! Ick!

BUT, a nice reminder that it's WORTH IT to go through all that to get to WDW!!! And the funk shakes off, as you are finding!

Your plans look so so great. Ahhhh...what a trip it will be! For your arrival day, I'm voting for the Plaza over B&C. Get to MK, see the Castle, hear the Main Street music, take in the scent from the bakery... then it truly feels like you are there.

I don't really have any opinions on online check-in. We didn't do it this past trip...mainly because I knew we'd be arriving in the wee hours of the morning so there wouldn't be a line. But, I'd have to agree with the CM-wait until you get there so you can explain what you are trying to do...hopefully they can get it to work out for ya.

Oh, and sorry to hear about the not so stellar experience with the TA. I did one for this past trip, just to see how it would go...and while it wasn't bad, I don't think I'll be doing it again. It's just easier to KNOW your stuff is getting done by doing it yourself. Besides, after a short time, I'm always itchin' to call Disney back for one reason or another---even just to listen to the hold music.

Thanks, Brook! I'm so looking forward to hearing about your trip. Isn't it funny how the funk is a common phenomenon?

I am definitely doing the Plaza now for arrival day b/c I am hoping to meet up with MEK and her DH. Unfortunately it will be on their way out.

Hi C.....So glad to hear that the funk has lifted. Yeah to less than two weeks! I think you will do fine getting your requests without doing the online check in. Hope you get everything you want.

Looking forward to our upcoming trips!!!!!!!!

Me too, Mary Ellen, me too! Yippee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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Another trip milestone reached. I am now 13 days out and "my" weather is starting to show up on the accuweather extended forecast. So far so good. High 80's with chance of showers in the afternoon.

 

[MRYPPNS]

13 Day Dance!!!​

My ticker got into the teens today! I celebrated by going to the travel size aisle at wal-mart!

 

[jenjolt]

YAY for being able to check your weather that is so exciting!!! Tomorrow I can start doing that LOL!!!! Keep me informed LOL!!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

13 Day Dance!!!​

My ticker got into the teens today! I celebrated by going to the travel size aisle at wal-mart!

Aren't the teens just grand? Next stop, single digits!!!

YAY for being able to check your weather that is so exciting!!! Tomorrow I can start doing that LOL!!!! Keep me informed LOL!!!

Oh boy, let the weather monitoring (and ensuing freak outs) begin!

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So I have successfully lost the funk. And in its place found the anxiety and panic attacks.

I do not feel prepared. I mean, I have ADRs, a general plan and lots of meets scheduled so I get that I am more prepared than the "average bear" but for a DIS'er I am not feeling so good. I have not had time or been organized enough to do shopping that I shouldn't mention, prepare any iron on t-shirts, think about a costume (heck I haven't even thought about what regular clothes I'll pack!) or think about any "extras."

Weather - of course I will be checking obsessively from here on out. This morning the forecast features "occasional rain," "considerable cloudiness," and "mostly cloudy" for my first three days. I know it will change a bazillion times b/w now and then and moreover you can absolutely still have fun without the sun but I can't help myself. I want everything to be perfect!

Weight loss - this is silly, I'm sure, but I'm not where I wanted to be for this trip. Sorry - just trying to get all the anxiety out here.

Now, don't laugh, but as excited as I am to be meeting so many DISers I am also nervous. What if they don't like me?

Living with the Land is down for refurb. I am sad. But on the brightside, the TTA re-opened!! Anything else (other than Space Mountain) down for refurb?

Sorry for the random stream of consciousness. Hopefully I'll be back later this weekend with a more coherent update!

 

[nts4wdw]

So I have successfully lost the funk. And in its place found the anxiety and panic attacks.

I do not feel prepared. I mean, I have ADRs, a general plan and lots of meets scheduled so I get that I am more prepared than the "average bear" but for a DIS'er I am not feeling so good. I have not had time or been organized enough to do shopping that I shouldn't mention, prepare any iron on t-shirts, think about a costume (heck I haven't even thought about what regular clothes I'll pack!) or think about any "extras."

Weather - of course I will be checking obsessively from here on out. This morning the forecast features "occasional rain," "considerable cloudiness," and "mostly cloudy" for my first three days. I know it will change a bazillion times b/w now and then and moreover you can absolutely still have fun without the sun but I can't help myself. I want everything to be perfect!

Weight loss - this is silly, I'm sure, but I'm not where I wanted to be for this trip. Sorry - just trying to get all the anxiety out here.

Now, don't laugh, but as excited as I am to be meeting so many DISers I am also nervous. What if they don't like me?

Living with the Land is down for refurb. I am sad. But on the brightside, the TTA re-opened!! Anything else (other than Space Mountain) down for refurb?

Sorry for the random stream of consciousness. Hopefully I'll be back later this weekend with a more coherent update!

I know where you are at. I haven't even thought about this trip until last week. What am I going to wear? (Yeah, those vacation clothes I wanted to get into were sabotaged by peach milkshakes.) Have I done enough research on MNNSHP and Food and Wine? Anyway, when it comes down to it, it's WDW. It will be great. Time to sing the Crush song: "Just go with the flow......"

And will anyone like you? Are you kidding? You are awesome!

BTW, in July Em and I rode Living with the Land on a whim and the next day they closed it. I hope it wasn't anything we did.

It's almost here!!!!

 

[Charleston Princess]

Of course we are going to like you!!! You're our Christine!!!

I get the panic and anxiety attacks -- completely!!! I am gearing myself for a full-out Piglet-style panic attack with all the bells and whistles here shortly!!! I can't even begin to tell you how anxious I am about this trip...

 

[jenjolt]

Okay first of all...I already love ya...like Jackie said your "our" C!!!! Nothing changes that...now to hope you like me LOL!!!!

Ewww...to the weather I want sunshine too...but I know Florida and you are right that can change about a million times between now and then LOL!!!! At least I have been noticing the humidity coming down and that is a good thing!!

Panic and Anxiety...so you've met my two friends too LOL!! Yes I too am feeling the pressure of getting everything done!!!! But you know what come 9/26 when I step onto Disney property its going to all be worth it!!!!!

Love you C!!

 

[Happydog]

OKAY, I am glad you are emerging from your pre-trip lull....

BUT, NO NO NO!!!!

NO paranoia-panicky posting allowed!!!

THIS IS the Food and Wine FESTIVAL. EAT DRINK AND BE MERRY!!! And drink more if you are getting anxious!! Or just think of all those lovelies you get to sample while you are there!!?? Slushies, Lobster rolls, dim sum, Tequila Bar, snack snack snack!

Christine, I am excited to have my first DIS meet EVER with you, with Jen and maybe Paula?? ... She DID design my GREEN DIS tag afterall!!!

SOOO get that shopping, errand running, packing-planning done! YOU BETTER GET EXCITED for it Missy!!!! IT IS ONLY a FEW short days away... Oh heck, !!!!

Oh, and I am bummed that Living with the Land won't be open, but we'll get there in December. Otherwise, I am just so excited to spend a few nights in Disney World! AND I know you are too... SO find that Trip CD and play it!

 

[jenjolt]

OKAY, I am glad you are emerging from your pre-trip lull....

BUT, NO NO NO!!!!

NO paranoia-panicky posting allowed!!!

THIS IS the Food and Wine FESTIVAL. EAT DRINK AND BE MERRY!!! And drink more if you are getting anxious!! Or just think of all those lovelies you get to sample while you are there!!?? Slushies, Lobster rolls, dim sum, Tequila Bar, snack snack snack!

Christine, I am excited to have my first DIS meet EVER with you, with Jen and maybe Paula?? ... She DID design my GREEN DIS tag afterall!!!

SOOO get that shopping, errand running, packing-planning done! YOU BETTER GET EXCITED for it Missy!!!! IT IS ONLY a FEW short days away... Oh heck, !!!!

Oh, and I am bummed that Living with the Land won't be open, but we'll get there in December. Otherwise, I am just so excited to spend a few nights in Disney World! AND I know you are too... SO find that Trip CD and play it!

HOLY MOLY I just remembered I have to print out my LGMHs that Paula made me LOL!!!!!! THanks for the reminder LOL!!!!!

C...once again their are not enough words or emotions to express how much I'm looking forward to meeting you and sharing some great memories with you!! We may have not met physically yet...but I adore you and am blessed to call you my friend!!!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

I know where you are at. I haven't even thought about this trip until last week. What am I going to wear? (Yeah, those vacation clothes I wanted to get into were sabotaged by peach milkshakes.) Have I done enough research on MNNSHP and Food and Wine? Anyway, when it comes down to it, it's WDW. It will be great. Time to sing the Crush song: "Just go with the flow......"

And will anyone like you? Are you kidding? You are awesome!

BTW, in July Em and I rode Living with the Land on a whim and the next day they closed it. I hope it wasn't anything we did.

It's almost here!!!!

Aww... you're so sweet. Thanks!

OMG you and Em shut the Land down?

Of course we are going to like you!!! You're our Christine!!!

I get the panic and anxiety attacks -- completely!!! I am gearing myself for a full-out Piglet-style panic attack with all the bells and whistles here shortly!!! I can't even begin to tell you how anxious I am about this trip...

Thanks, CP! A full out Piglet style attack? Oh no! How is Charles doing? Is he ready for this trip?

Okay first of all...I already love ya...like Jackie said your "our" C!!!! Nothing changes that...now to hope you like me LOL!!!!

Ewww...to the weather I want sunshine too...but I know Florida and you are right that can change about a million times between now and then LOL!!!! At least I have been noticing the humidity coming down and that is a good thing!!

Panic and Anxiety...so you've met my two friends too LOL!! Yes I too am feeling the pressure of getting everything done!!!! But you know what come 9/26 when I step onto Disney property its going to all be worth it!!!!!

Love you C!!

Your two friends. Yep, I've met them. We've become quite close. You are right though, I have a feeling that as soon as I settle into my Magical Express seat and that cute little video starts that the pressure will start to melt away. If not, surely a glass of champagne will do the trick!

OKAY, I am glad you are emerging from your pre-trip lull....

BUT, NO NO NO!!!!

NO paranoia-panicky posting allowed!!!

THIS IS the Food and Wine FESTIVAL. EAT DRINK AND BE MERRY!!! And drink more if you are getting anxious!! Or just think of all those lovelies you get to sample while you are there!!?? Slushies, Lobster rolls, dim sum, Tequila Bar, snack snack snack!

Christine, I am excited to have my first DIS meet EVER with you, with Jen and maybe Paula?? ... She DID design my GREEN DIS tag afterall!!!

SOOO get that shopping, errand running, packing-planning done! YOU BETTER GET EXCITED for it Missy!!!! IT IS ONLY a FEW short days away... Oh heck, !!!!

Oh, and I am bummed that Living with the Land won't be open, but we'll get there in December. Otherwise, I am just so excited to spend a few nights in Disney World! AND I know you are too... SO find that Trip CD and play it!

No paranoia panicky posting. Well if Happydog says so!

I cannot WAIT to eat, drink and be merry! That would be a good t-shirt. And I am looking forward to the DIS meets!

HOLY MOLY I just remembered I have to print out my LGMHs that Paula made me LOL!!!!!! THanks for the reminder LOL!!!!!

C...once again their are not enough words or emotions to express how much I'm looking forward to meeting you and sharing some great memories with you!! We may have not met physically yet...but I adore you and am blessed to call you my friend!!!!

Oh! Another item for my to-do list! Have to find, print and laminate my tag!! Thanks for the sweet words, Jen. I can't wait to meet you too. I'm sure we'll have a blast!!

 

[mickeysmyboy]

take a deep breath!!!! You'll be fine! Everything will be fine!! I promise!!

I'm sure all the Disers you going to meet will love you! How could they not?! I'd be nervous too though!!

 

[Lady Lallie]

Oh, C!! You will be just fine. Everyone will LOVE you...heck they already do.

No worrying, you are going to Disney!!

 

[princess&her4princes]

Hey C!
No worries, everyone on DIS loves you!! You're going to have a fantastic time!! I'm so sorry that I will be missing you there as a matter of fact!!! Next trip!! Have a wonderful time!! Deep breaths, everything will come together, as it should!! You're going to DISNEY WORLD!!!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

take a deep breath!!!! You'll be fine! Everything will be fine!! I promise!!

I'm sure all the Disers you going to meet will love you! How could they not?! I'd be nervous too though!!

Thanks! Deep breath. Good tip! Sometimes I forget those. It's so nice to have people who understand the pressure we put on ourselves to make these trips perfect. I know it will be practically perfect in every way just b/c it is Disney but I can't stop myself from obsessing.

12 days from now! Can you believe it?

Oh, C!! You will be just fine. Everyone will LOVE you...heck they already do.

No worrying, you are going to Disney!!

Thanks, LL! You are sweet. I love you too! You're right. Disney- forget about your worries and your strife.... oh the bare necessities....

Hey C!
No worries, everyone on DIS loves you!! You're going to have a fantastic time!! I'm so sorry that I will be missing you there as a matter of fact!!! Next trip!! Have a wonderful time!! Deep breaths, everything will come together, as it should!! You're going to DISNEY WORLD!!!!

Thanks, Kristen. You are going too! I can't wait to compare notes! Next time we'll do overlapping trips. And we have to plan a New England meet!

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TWO WEEKS FROM TONIGHT

At just about this very moment. I'll be grooving to Big Bad Voodoo Daddy with Jen/Jenjolt and maybe Heather/Circusgirl. I can't wait. I have to catch up on their songs (BBVD- not Jen and Heather). I only know "You and Me and the Bottle Makes Three." No comments from the peanut gallery.

And then it's off to Rose & Crown for dinner. Will it shock you if I say I think I already know what I'm ordering?

Welsh Dragon - as recommended by many a DISer. I want the souvenir cup too!

Either samosas or the cheese plate. What do you think? Maybe both?

Fish & Chips - quite possibly with an extra side of potatoes... don't judge me.

Another Welsh Dragon? A Guinness?

Warm apple crumble

Then it will be time to "gather 'round the fire" for Illuminations Reflections of Earth! Perfect way to end an evening.

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Did y'all see the news????

Fantasyland expansion = true!

Adios to Toontown - I will have to spend some time there this trip.

Ariel dark ride!

Cinderella's country chateau!

Beast's castle restaurant - CS by day and TS by night - sounds cool!

Expanded Dumbo!​

And a 3D Star Tours coming to California! Can't wait til it comes to FL!!

 

[jenjolt]

Two weeks from this moment we'll be dining at Rose and Crown you'll be enjoying your Welsh Dragon and I'll be deciding on what dessert I want!! I'm definitely getting the Fish and Chips...is there anything better LOL!!!!! I'll have to get a different appy and then we can try a bit of each of ours!!!!