Bunnies and mooses and groupies, Oh my!!! The Wilderness Lodge groupies thread. 4.0

[twinklebug]

Hey Pamela! I think you'd look great with a moose pasted into your signature.
Please avoid the dancing moose through - he's cute enough, but I suspect he's been drinking and has one particular move that bothers me.

Time for the ultimate, thanksgiving moose... Who else: Bullwinkle! (Do they even use this guy anymore?)

Hm, I just realized that that's one un-proportionately huge squirrel on his back.

 

[Dizny Dad]

DiznyDi was doin' the single digit dance this morning at 5:45 AM.

I love her enthusiasm and attention to detail. Luckily she remembered that our OL doesn't show up by itself! (John is great, but knowing when we all are going to show up at The World without any contact would be biblical)

 

[wildernessDad]

It's time to be inundated with jolly spam as it is 17 days until I step into the Lodge yet again!

Thank you for putting up with this exuberence!

 

[DiznyDi]

.....We'll hit the parks of course, but I don't think I'm up for running to all the rides with the kids. Well, all the mountains are on the list, but other than that who knows. So, other than alcohol (it'll put me right to sleep) What are the groupie's favorite activities to just relax?

Hot Tub!
And after the hot tub, sit for awhile in the rockers at the fireplace in the Villas lobby.

Dizny Dad and I really enjoy resort hopping to see and experience the wonderful decorations. We enjoy our evening meal at the resorts, go early and sit in the lobby or walk the grounds taking in all the holiday splendor.

This year we're also doing La Nouba - tickets are discounted for DVC/AP by 35% - a sleigh ride at Fort Wilderness, MVMCP, and the MK dessert buffet. We hope to be among the first in line to shop at World of Disney on the 5th (6:30 AM ) and plan to attend the Condominium mtg on the 9th.

Pamela Your moosie looks great on you - a perfect fit!

WD Sharing in your exuberance!

Just a reminder for any of our Groupie friends that are headed to the World - JT and family along with Ranger Stan and his Sweetie will be on hand for a meet at noon in the Carolwood Pacific Room on Tuesday the 8th of Dec. Come and join us if you can. Dizny Dad's bringing the mints

 

[PamelaASmith]

What are the groupie's favorite activities to just relax?

When we went to WDW in 2008, I was sick with a terrible cold the entire trip. This was our first Disney vacation and I was so upset to be sick, but I knew I just had to work through it and ignore it. Each morning, I would wake up before the rest of the family (because I was coughing!). I'd make a pot of coffee, pour myself a nice steaming cup, and sit out on the balcony in my robe. I'd let the sun shine on my face, listen to the morning sounds in the woods, and just relax. It was the perfect start to every day. I can truly relate to being so stressed before a vacation that I don't even relax until I'm halfway through with it, but if you can find a few moments to just "be" and immerse yourself in the environment, you'll feel better.

 

[bobbiwoz]

It's time to be inundated with jolly spam as it is 17 days until I step into the Lodge yet again!

Thank you for putting up with this exuberence!

I'm joyfully tagging along after you...we're eating at AP on the 11th, that's 18 days away. It's just been too long since DH and I have enjoyed the VWL!

Bobbi

 

[MiaSRN62]

Pamela !

And WildernessDad....lovin' the count down !

Maria

 

[lisah0711]

Welcome, PamelaASmith! That moosie looks good on you!

lisah0711 I just realized that I never scheduled my Owner's Locker for delivery. Do you have one and did you schedule it?

As we go into Thanksgiving week, I want all my Groupie friends to know just how very thankful I am for each and every one of you. Groupies are the best!

Good thing about remembering to order your Owner's Locker, DisnyDi! Alas, we don't have one as we only go to WDW every other year. But I do have a list in my head of what would be in my OL if that every changes!

10 days, 18 hours until we board our flight!

I'm very excited ... but I came -->this<-- close to calling MS and cancelling our trip today. Ever feel like you're so wound up there'd be no way to unwind? What's the point in trying?

But I do know I need to see the lodge, hear the music smell the woodsy smell and get into the Christmas spirit. This year in particular. So, I'm hoping 4 days will unwind me enough that I can survive until Feb.

We'll hit the parks of course, but I don't think I'm up for running to all the rides with the kids. Well, all the mountains are on the list, but other than that who knows. So, other than alcohol (it'll put me right to sleep) What are the groupie's favorite activities to just relax?

, twinklebug. The time right before vacation is so stressful. Go, relax, enjoy and tell us all about it when you return.

Just a reminder for any of our Groupie friends that are headed to the World - JT and family along with Ranger Stan and his Sweetie will be on hand for a meet at noon in the Carolwood Pacific Room on Tuesday the 8th of Dec. Come and join us if you can. Dizny Dad's bringing the mints

And if you can't make it to the real Groupie meet, we will be trying for a virtual one at the same time on this thread. Chat with the Groupies on your lunch hour -- it's almost as good as being there!

If any of you Groupies who are leaving soon go to the Merry Mixer I would like to hear about it.

Have a great day!

 

[eliza61]

Hi everyone

I'll never forget when I first walked in the front door. The music, Oh My Gosh what music!! I stood there just drinking it all in. What an incredibly immersive experience. When we got back, I found an iTunes list for the lobby music and downloaded it right away. Whenever I want to escape from it all, I listen to those songs.

This next time, we're staying for 8 nights. I can't wait!!

Pamela!! I can definitely relate to the "mouth hanging open" effect when you first walk in the door. It seems to get all of us. You are officially hooked. We have loads of fun here so stop by often. we also are hooked on pictures, in fact I think it's our only requirement.

Time for the ultimate, thanksgiving moose... Who else: Bullwinkle! (Do they even use this guy anymore?)

Hm, I just realized that that's one un-proportionately huge squirrel on his back.

Yep Bullwinkle is still hanging out at Macy's. I worked the Macy's Thanksgiving day parade one year, many, many, maaaaany years ago. I think Bob Hope was still head lining!!

Twinklebug & Wilderness Dad, lovin the count down.

 

[nmmom95]

I just came back from my first stay at VWL on Saturday. We lovedit! It's so warm and cozy. When we got up on Friday morning, the villas & the lodge were decorated and both trees were up! We had to bring home a mini totem pole because my 6 year old has to start every day now by rubbing Humphrey's nose! The weather was great, the crowds were low, and the villas are awesome!

 

[cheer4bison]

and counting!!!

Technically, we are leaving Fri and driving to Savannah, GA. Going to eat at Paula Deens restaurant, sleep and hit the road Sat. to VWL.

Safe travels to all the groupies who will be heading to VWL soon! Wishing you many magical memories. Here's some extra pixie dust to make the trip extra special!

We hope you'll be checking in every so often on-line to let us know what you are doing.

Here's a little YouTube video I found online to get you into the mood for your journey to our beloved lodge.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jINhY9eKNxw

 

[tea pot]

Hi everyone,

Just stopping by to say "HI!" and introduce myself!
I'll never forget when I first walked in the front door. The music, Oh My Gosh what music!! I stood there just drinking it all in. What an incredibly immersive experience. When we got back, I found an iTunes list for the lobby music and downloaded it right away. Whenever I want to escape from it all, I listen to those songs.
!!

Welcome PAMELA

You are definitely a Groupie through and through!!
I Love Love the music too!!! How would I find it on i tunes?

nmom95 there is always room for one more...

Wilderness Dad Keep up the jolly spam....loving your exuberance

12 days for us.... I just love our Lodge at Christmas...

Cheer4Bison Thanks for the Pixie Dust see you all real soon!

 

[Dizny Dad]

. . . . . . . .We hope to be among the first in line to shop at World of Disney on the 5th (6:30 AM ) . . . . . .

What?

Who is the WE part?

Ah, wait, I meant "Yes Dear".

 

[PamelaASmith]

sorry if I'm asking this in the wrong place, but can anyone tell me how to add a trip countdown ticker to my sig?

 

[horselover]

We hope to be among the first in line to shop at World of Disney on the 5th (6:30 AM )

Hey Di! I might be there with you. Just read about that in the passholder newsletter. Have you done it before? Just wondering if it's worth getting up that early!

I just came back from my first stay at VWL on Saturday. We lovedit! It's so warm and cozy. When we got up on Friday morning, the villas & the lodge were decorated and both trees were up! We had to bring home a mini totem pole because my 6 year old has to start every day now by rubbing Humphrey's nose! The weather was great, the crowds were low, and the villas are awesome!

That's what I love to hear! So glad your trip was wonderful.

11 more days!!!!!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

As we go into Thanksgiving week, I want all my Groupie friends to know just how very thankful I am for each and every one of you. Groupies are the best!

So true! I totally agree!

Aw, thanks for the warm welcome! Thanks also for the info on how to get my very own moose! I absolutely LOVE the moose. He is adorable!

The moose looks great on you! Welcome!

I just came back from my first stay at VWL on Saturday. We lovedit! It's so warm and cozy. When we got up on Friday morning, the villas & the lodge were decorated and both trees were up! We had to bring home a mini totem pole because my 6 year old has to start every day now by rubbing Humphrey's nose! The weather was great, the crowds were low, and the villas are awesome!

Pictures!!!!! We want pictures!!!!

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Good morning Groupies!

Here is a link to a picture of the Christmas Tree at WL. http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34408969&postcount=33 Thanks to John at Owner's Locker for his wonderful holidays at WDW thread.

TeaPot loved your pictures. I thought the sand pouring idea was a good one. I haven't seen that before.

Lisa -Thanks for the link to the picture of the WL tree. Perfect thing to get us in the holiday spirit and ready for our trip...26 days and counting

Hi everyone,

Just stopping by to say "HI!" and introduce myself! I submit our humble family of four as potential WL groupies. Thanks to yet another kind soul on the DIS boards, we have rented points for our 2010 WDW vacation, returning to (of course) VWL.

Our first family vacation was October 2008. We rented points from someone on the board and spent 7 nights in a 2 bedroom villa at WL. It was an absolutely amazing experience. I had been pouring over guidebooks for a full year, planning that vacation. I don't know what drew me to WL, but something did. No matter what other resorts I looked at, I kept finding myself returning to WL. So, we booked it. My husband was skeptical at first. "A mountain resort in FL?!?" he wondered. But it was absolutely amazing.

I'll never forget when I first walked in the front door. The music, Oh My Gosh what music!! I stood there just drinking it all in. What an incredibly immersive experience. When we got back, I found an iTunes list for the lobby music and downloaded it right away. Whenever I want to escape from it all, I listen to those songs.

We are now planning our second family trip back to the world, and this time it was my husband who insisted we return to WL! I was prepared to try other places, but my family is hooked. This next time, we're staying for 8 nights. I can't wait!!

Pamela - Welcome to the addiction!!

10 days, 18 hours until we board our flight!

I'm very excited ... but I came -->this<-- close to calling MS and cancelling our trip today. Ever feel like you're so wound up there'd be no way to unwind? What's the point in trying?

But I do know I need to see the lodge, hear the music smell the woodsy smell and get into the Christmas spirit. This year in particular. So, I'm hoping 4 days will unwind me enough that I can survive until Feb.

We'll hit the parks of course, but I don't think I'm up for running to all the rides with the kids. Well, all the mountains are on the list, but other than that who knows. So, other than alcohol (it'll put me right to sleep) What are the groupie's favorite activities to just relax?

Twinklebug - Glad you decided to stick with your trip plans. ENJOY!

Teapot - Thanks for the Treehouse and BLT pics! Can't wait for our first BLT stay in April. Love the Bay Lake view.

 

[lisah0711]

DisneyNutzy, I will be looking for your LGMH -- we are arriving a day ahead of you. Are you going to the Merry Mixer on 12/24?

 

[DisneyNutzy]

DisneyNutzy, I will be looking for your LGMH -- we are arriving a day ahead of you. Are you going to the Merry Mixer on 12/24?

I should probably know this but LGMH?

Where and when is the Merry Mixer? We will be offsite in a private home by the 24th because the Grandparents are coming in.

 

[PamelaASmith]

Welcome PAMELA

You are definitely a Groupie through and through!!
I Love Love the music too!!! How would I find it on i tunes?

Hi!

I found the list at this link. http://www.mousesavers.com/wlmusic.html Enjoy!

"Mux"?!?! What the heck is "Mux"!?!? Obviously I meant "Music!"