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

[MaryJ]

Dick Van ****

That is why I called him Rob Petrie! (Need a space between the Van and the other word)

We always bring our refillable mugs to VWL and use them proudly.

Have a wonderful trip HD!

I'll admit the our original refillable mugs are safely tucked away in our Owner's Locker for our return trips home!


Now, I have another question for the groupies. In the past when we've gone to WDW, we've gone to Winn-Dixie for our groceries, but I'd like to give Publix a try this time. Can someone direct me to the Publix that is nearest to VWL? Thanks!

 

[jimmytammy]

Kathy

We will be praying for you folks

HappyDinks

So glad you will see Stan before his last day. Please say hey from all us groupies!

And we always carry our WL mugs. Never been turned away

 

[Happydinks]

I'll admit the our original refillable mugs are safely tucked away in our Owner's Locker for our return trips home!


Now, I have another question for the groupies. In the past when we've gone to WDW, we've gone to Winn-Dixie for our groceries, but I'd like to give Publix a try this time. Can someone direct me to the Publix that is nearest to VWL? Thanks!

Here ya go --we use this one all the time - and we really like it:

8145 Vineland Avenue and the phone number is (407) 238-9924.

To get to Publix from Downtown Disney, take Hotel Plaza Blvd to Apopka/Vineland Road (SR 535) and turn right (south). Go about 1/2 mile to Vineland and turn left. Drive about 3 miles up Vineland Avenue and the store is on the left.

To get to Publix from International Drive S., simply go north or south (depending on your location on I-Drive S. - you'll have to consult a map) to Vineland Avenue, which connects with I-Drive S. You can only turn one way (west) onto Vineland Avenue. The store is less than a mile down Vineland Avenue, on the right.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Afternoon Groupies!

2 more sleeps - then a 4 am alarm -- in Disney by 10 am Wednesday!
Sorry to hear about catching "the crud"! Hope you are feeling better now. Been drinking Airborne everyday to "help build my immune system" for going to WDW. Don't know if it really works - but it doesn't hurt to drink it!

We'll get to see Stan before he retires! We're going to try and be a flag family - but have never had any luck to-date. Maybe this time will be the charm!
I have heard from Dory, briefly, a couple of weeks ago, and she's been very busy helping DH with his business. I gave her the link to the new thread -- and that was the last I'd heard.
Er, um, do we mean Julie Andrews and Dick VanDyke - or - have I missed the joke?

I hope you have a great trip with no crud!! I hope you get to be flag family. We are going to try to do that in June although it won't be with Stan Glad you heard from Dory and that she is okay.
Funny that Dick VanDykes name will come up if you don't put a space in it!

 

[Muushka]

You are so bad!

It is the filter that is bad!!!

 

[twokats]

I thank everyone for the prayers and good thoughts.
We began this journey back in Oct of 07 with radiation and chemo. We got rid of the original cancer, but a stray cell survived and so now we will go straight to surgery.
I am so glad she was able to go on our summer trip and got to experience WLV. She really enjoyed the trip and the experience of the lodge and she also got to meet Ranger Stan. I will try to find the picture we had made with him.
Thanks again for the prayers.

 

[Muushka]

for loving daughters and moms. Let us know how everything goes.

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Kathy - Best wishes for your mom.

 

[Degli]

Hey guys. Haven't been here for a while. So my Disney Visa is offering 40% off the room only rate during Jan through mid Feb. I went ahead and made a rez at WL for MLK w/e. I plan on telling the hubbie soon. I'm thinking of surprising the kiddies at Christmas time. So excited to go back in Jan. We were supposed to go this August....but I can't wait that long. Does anyone know what weather is "typically" like mid Jan? Thanks guys!

 

[Muushka]

We went last January and the weather seemed like it was in Dec. Winter, spring, summer and fall. In other words, anything goes.

We usually pack for dressing in layers. Sounds like you got a great deal!

 

[Muushka]

Oye, double post!

 

[MaryJ]

Hey guys. Haven't been here for a while. So my Disney Visa is offering 40% off the room only rate during Jan through mid Feb. I went ahead and made a rez at WL for MLK w/e. I plan on telling the hubbie soon. I'm thinking of surprising the kiddies at Christmas time. So excited to go back in Jan. We were supposed to go this August....but I can't wait that long. Does anyone know what weather is "typically" like mid Jan? Thanks guys!

We were there last January for the half marathon, and the temps were great! Low to mid 60's at night, 70's during the day. However, I have also been there in January when I needed my down coat at night, so anything is possible. My best recommendation is to go to www.accuweather.com about 10 days before you leave and look at the 15 day forecast for Orlando.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

We were there last January for the half marathon, and the temps were great! Low to mid 60's at night, 70's during the day. However, I have also been there in January when I needed my down coat at night, so anything is possible. My best recommendation is to go to www.accuweather.com about 10 days before you leave and look at the 15 day forecast for Orlando.

 

[Granny]

Just wanted to post a quick note to wish all Groupies a great day. Prayers and best wishes for all the Groupie loved ones going through tough medical and other life situations.

We are heading to HH in 9 days. Looking forward to the trip, though DW keeps asking me "what are we going to DO for a week there?" since we won't be playing tennis or golf. I told her to head to Amazon.com and buy a bunch of good books.

Be well, my friends.

 

[Muushka]

Hey Granny. If you want to stop by the Raleigh area, we have bought about 500 used books for possible future used bookstore. Come on by!
And have a wonderful time at HHI.

 

[tea pot]

Page 33 I have some to do.

Missed you guys.... Life has been a little challenging lately but hopefully we're back on track now... Having fun with a friend from Alabama visiting for the month of Oct. also Counting down to Nov. 1 when Mr teapot (AKA the Big Guy) and I check into the BLT three days before DNiece's Wedding in Lake Mary.
Dizny Di and Dad the Wedding should be here soon.

Well off to

 

[tea pot]

Welcome pilgrimr
Thanks so much for the TR and great Pictures..

Hope you enjoy the pictures.

Where is this little guy???? I haven't been able to find him.

Sorry to break the stride here, but an Update:

Saturday was the Bridal shower at the church, put on by the Maid of Honor and Matron of Honor. A good time was had by all, but that story needs to come from DiznyDi.

The men, on the other hand, met at our home south of town, where they could find great food grilling, a nice cracking fire, spud guns, hoops to shoot; all sorts of men stuff to keep us busy and out of the ladies' hair.

We needed to "sear the mammal flesh", see flamage, shoot stuff, express athletic prowess, BECAUSE WE ARE MEN! At 4:30, everyone left to pick-up their wives and girlfriends, BECAUSE THEY SAID SO. But they all left saying that the women had had enough, it was time they ended it! (you know manly things to say, even though we all knew we were just doing what we were told)

A good time was had by all. The groom was held up in stories and in prayer. Those in attendance gave advice (who was the guy that said "Run"?). Some told stories of the groom's past. Fellowship was enjoyed by all, BECAUSE WE ARE MEN!

Yes dear, I'm done.

Dizny Dad This is the best must Share with Mr teapot!!!!

Hey Folks
Stan mentioned the Groupie meet on Dec 8th, has it on his calendar, said his sweetie Carolyn will be there also, and they are both looking forward to it, and to seeing and meeting the groupies.

YEE HAW to you guys.. We are so looking forward to this Meet!!!

Stopping by. I have never stayed at the Wilderness Lodge, but hope to very soon.
I've already bought a WL comforter and shower curtain from www.ownthemagic.com!
)

Another Groupie A BIG WELCOME and thanks for that dangerous link!!!

4 more pages See You Real Soon

 

[tea pot]

Good Morning Groupies
The newly married couple will be staying at VWL from the 27th until the 30th when they move over to SSR. So if you're headed to the World and you see them, be sure to say hello.
:

OH We will just miss them

The chill is hitting MA this weekend. Yesterday started off nice, but as I stood out with the scouts selling popcorn yesterday (4 hours) the wind whipped the chill into me. DS wants to go pull 2 more double shifts later this month and next. Oh boy! I'm going to need something heavier than my wool coats I commute to work in.

Another Ma Groupie Sorry I missed that... I can relate to your scout story, I spent many hours selling Girl Scout Cookies with my DDs Boy do I miss those days

I was able to change my spring break reservation from a value studio at AKV, where I was going to be solo, to a studio at VWL today. DSis and I are good traveling companions, so this works out very well.
Bobbi

Bobbi... Have a Great trip with your DSis. I just love love a girls only trip to our beloved Lodge

Still

 

[tea pot]

WELCOME SantaRay


Great Picture with Ranger Stan...
Oh Santa Ray I've been a very good girl this year, How about some more VWL Points for Christmas????

!

WOW KAT..... OH BOY Do we need to think about a West Coast Disney
Trip!!!!


Still

 

[Dizny Dad]

Well, we are two days out from the release of stress. Everyone is busy with lists of last minute things to do. The lists tend to take each of us in different directions, so none of us really get to see each other much or experience the other in the dilemas we have created for ourselves.

The tension is running high, and it is kind of like being on the ME headed for the Lodge. You know where the bus is going, but it just isn't going fast enough. The excitement is mounting.

Last evening we entertained our relatives from Germany. Our ties are still strong back to the family origins. Gesa and Martin are enjoying the visit. It is Martin's first visit to the United States, and he finds it wonderful. Martin is a Dean of pastors in the Lutherin Church in Germany, taking care of 21 parish es and 30 ministers. He is participating in the service and will offer the prayers for the rings and other blessing in German (of course!). This will be some wedding cerimony, with two pastors marrying the two pastors. Plenty of Reverends to go around. You better get your bulletin on the way in just in case you are confused as to which pastor is which pastor.

I just finished cutting out a life size color picture of my DS's face, glued it to a paint stick, and have hidden it in with my stuff for the wedding. I am having a life long freind of his stand beside me and hold it up in front of him when I read DS's letter from Iraq to the bride and groom. It really is a great letter to his sister and new brother. Pray for me that I can make it through it. We all miss him so.

The bride is so excited, so emotional, so critical, so exasperated, and so needing to finally be connected to her partner in life.

The groom is doing the male thing, you know, pretending that everything is good, calm, under control. I'm watching. . . . .

DiznDi is really a wonderful partner and Mom. She has taken all of the duties and stresses of mother of the bride in stride. Things are all in place at this time. She is a miracle worker, and a lot of fun to be with, too!

I can't imagine having any more time before the wedding to touch base with you all again. Before we all know it, it will be over and the newlywed couple will be on their way the The Lodge. (They have made plans to visit Ranger Stan and join him at his church for worship!)

So now, on with storming the castle . . . . . . . . .