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

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. . . . the division I work for is being sold off to another company, hopefully to be finalized in mid-Jan. :scared1: We'll see how that pans out... Supposedly everyone is expected to be offered comparable positions in the new entity. Certainly hope that is the case but I'm gonna' try not to think about it now and let it ruin my trip; I'm here with the Mouse = insta-therapy for potentially frightening news! ;)

It has been said - Happiest Place On Earth!
 
Horselover...so sorry to hear about your sister. My heart goes out to you and your family. I know how difficult a time like this can be. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Just know we're all here thinking of you.
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DVCGeek....so sorry about the impending news about your work. Try and put some of that stress on the back burner for now and enjoy your trip. WDW really can help when you get to feeling down. Fingers crossed for you. And I LOVE LOVE your pics ! Was that Mickey wreath always there at the Contemporary ? I've been to WDW several times during the holidays but just don't remember it ? I'll be going over to check it out in a week and a half !



Jimmytammy....love your TR updates and pics too ! What great pics of you and the family and your tree is adorable ! May I ask....about Mission Space ride. What is the chicken side like ? I haven't done either (been afraid of being claustrophic/nauseous). Just curious because I'd love to check it out.

PS : Does anyone know how long it takes to get an order from Photopass from the time you order it ? I won't be back from WDW until Dec 16.....wanted to order prints/holiday cards to send to family but just don't think I'll have the time before Christmas ? Anyone know ? Thanks.


Maria
 
Think I just answered my own question in regards to the Photopass holiday cards. I went and checked out the "help" section of the Photopass website (wow...what a novel idea on my part ;) )

So here is what I found (I'm assuming there's an option for express mail ?) :
Disney's PhotoPrints and PhotoCards are typically processed within 2 business days. This also includes the 5"x7" + magnet, 5"x7" + luggage tag and 5"x7" + set of 20 stickers packages. As soon as an order has been processed, it is shipped using the shipping method requested during checkout.



Maria
 

Just did on line checkin for the December 12 start of our VWL December vacation!:yay:
 
Morning all. Thanks so much for everyone's prayers & good thoughts. It helps more than you know. :hug: It was a long night last night, but Dsis is still fighting. She has a very high fever though & very labored breathing. Dmom wants me to go on the trip anyway. I think she's afraid DH won't be able to handle the boys without me! ;) We'll see what happens. I could always fly back. I just feel weird leaving at a time like this.

Thanks for the pics JT. I needed that!
 
Morning all. Thanks so much for everyone's prayers & good thoughts. It helps more than you know. :hug: It was a long night last night, but Dsis is still fighting. She has a very high fever though & very labored breathing. Dmom wants me to go on the trip anyway. I think she's afraid DH won't be able to handle the boys without me! ;) We'll see what happens. I could always fly back. I just feel weird leaving at a time like this.

:sad1: I don't know what to say - it's one of the hardest decisions of our lives to leave sick ones behind, but then we need to cherish every single day of our own and our children's lives. Listen close to your heart. It sounds like your family will support you whatever you choose & I'm sure your sister would too.

HUGE :hug:s
 
Julie
Sending up prayer to help your decision a bit easier. God will see you through it all.

Maria
The green team is mild in comparison to the orange. It is a bit close inside, but I find if I focus on the screen, it makes it easier. I dont consider myself claustrophobic, but tight places dont serve me well, and knowing MS doesnt last long helps. You may be in the capsule ride time 5 mins, Tammy thinks less time. The ride itself is pretty mild on green side. I would talk to the person who seats you 1st and you can always opt out at that point.
 
Morning all. Thanks so much for everyone's prayers & good thoughts. It helps more than you know. :hug: It was a long night last night, but Dsis is still fighting. She has a very high fever though & very labored breathing. Dmom wants me to go on the trip anyway. I think she's afraid DH won't be able to handle the boys without me! ;) We'll see what happens. I could always fly back. I just feel weird leaving at a time like this.

Thanks for the pics JT. I needed that!
My guess is that your sister would want you to go to Disney with your family.

When my dad was in the hospital and I thought getting better, I went to florida for a business meeting. the first morning I was there I checked with my mom and she told me the doctor said my dad had only about 2 weeks to live. We knew he had terminal cancer but that wasn't what he was in the hosital for. DH and I got on the next plane home. When I got to the hospital, my dad was sitting up in bed and looked at me to say "you don't belong here. Get your *** back to Florida."

Seems his regular doc said he wasn't on his death bed yet and it was safe for me to leave. I'd missed the whole business meeting by then but I was able to do the vacation part of the trip with DH back in Florida.

Anyway, your sister probably wouldn't want you to stay home. You're right, if the worst happens, you can always get a flight home. Airlines are great about fitting you in when there is an emergency.

Good luck, we're still praying for you.
 
By the way, we're in the air and about half an hour away from landing in Orlando. :cool1:
 
. . . . . We'll see what happens. I could always fly back. I just feel weird leaving at a time like this . . . . .

What ever you decide, don't second guess yourself and punish yourself after. Your first decision is the right one. And again, you all are in DiznyDi & Dizny Dad's prayers.
 
Finally posting a few pictures from our Nov trip to the world. I've debated about doing a separate trip report and still might but thought for the moment I'd share a bit here. Just a forewarning in case you see these somewhere else! :goodvibes

We were at BWV for the first two nights and I already posted a few from there but thought I'd share a couple more before I move on to the lodge. We had a beautifully redone 1BR boardwalk view.

Twilight from our balcony.

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And a sunset picture from a walk around Crescent Lake.

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This was the last weekend of food and wine. Here's a little unexpected gem of a food item from San Paulo. Cracked us up - ceviche with popcorn!

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Epcot was very busy but we really enjoyed the F&W and will be back again!!!!!

Sunday we moved over to our 2BR lock off at VWL. It was our first stay in the Villas section although when we used to stay at the WL we usually used the Villas pool so we felt right at home. I had requested a room close to the elevators b/c of mom in the wheelchair and pushing it over carpet feels like the brakes are on. I was happy with what we got - 3rd floor in the wing back towards the lodge looking out towards the walkway and buses.

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The first evening there I made it a point to get some pictures around the lodge.

At the pool:

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In the main lodge:

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Finally - for those of you already there or heading down shortly - a couple from MVMCP. We went the first night they started the party (Tue). It rained from 6:30 right up until the minute the fireworks started. We literally walked up to the front of the castle 4 minutes before the show. One of the benefits of sticking it out at WDW thru the rain!!!!

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More to come at a later time.........
 
We were at BWV for the first two nights and I already posted a few from there but thought I'd share a couple more before I move on to the lodge. We had a beautifully redone 1BR boardwalk view.

Fantiatic picutres KAT4DISNEY!!! Love them!

What was your room number at BWV? :surfweb:
 
My sister is finally at peace. She passed away this afternoon. May God bless her.

I have no idea what's going on with the trip on my end. I may or may not go for a few days, but I'm very sorry to say you shouldn't count on us for the groupie meet. I'm so, so sad about that. Another time.

Thank you all for your good wishes & prayers.
 
I'm so sorry Horselover. My thoughts are with you and your family.
 
Wow, Kat4Disney! Those pictures are absolutely stunning. How did you get such wonderful light levels in your indoor WL shots?

Thanks so much for sharing these beautiful images.:thumbsup2
 
Julie,
DH and I extend our heartfelt sympathies to you and will continue to lift your family up in prayer as you face the difficult days ahead.

We'll miss you at the meet, but look forward to a future meeting at another time. God's peace be with you.

Di
 
Julie

We are so sorry for your loss. Continuing prayers for you and your family for comfort and peace. We completely understand about the meet.
 
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