Cam & Howard's Vow Renewal PJ -1/12/09 - WP&WH--p.98: TRIP REPORT BEGINS

[keenercam]

Thank you, Kristi!! You are a sweetie! I will pass along your compliment to Jenn. That will make her feel so good.

Okay, before anyone asks No, I didn't get the newsletter finalized last night. I have been struggling with a migraine for 2 days so I didn't want to do anything that required care and precision. I did, however, work on setting up a document with our logo that, when put through the cricut, would result in the logo being inside cut-out heart. Hmmmmm..... I am SURE there was an easier way to do it, but this might just work.

I won't be around much the next couple days. It is one of my favorite weekends of the whole year -- Special Olympics Summer Games!!!! What an amazing time! After tonight, I won't see you guys for more than ~4500 meals. (that translates to Saturday night or Sunday morning.

 

[pjstevens]

Okay, before anyone asks No, I didn't get the newsletter finalized last night. I have been struggling with a migraine for 2 days so I didn't want to do anything that required care and precision.

I won't be around much the next couple days. It is one of my favorite weekends of the whole year -- Special Olympics Summer Games!!!! What an amazing time! After tonight, I won't see you guys for more than ~4500 meals. (that translates to Saturday night or Sunday morning.

Cam, sorry you are still suffering. how in the world can you run when your head it pounding???? be careful honey. Have a great time this weekend.

 

[keenercam]

Cam, sorry you are still suffering. how in the world can you run when your head it pounding???? be careful honey. Have a great time this weekend.

Thanks, sweetie! It isn't easy to get myself out of bed and to the gym with a migraine, but for some reason, once I start running , I don't notice the migraine at all. Then again, that could be because I am too busy noticing my aching quads, left hip, right arch/instep & the big toe on my left foot. See? Running is GREAT for a migraine!

 

[dawrobin]

I have NO idea how you run with a migraine! I cannot move my head when I have one

Hope you are feeling better!

<---------- I just love that smiley!

 

[pjstevens]

Thanks, sweetie! It isn't easy to get myself out of bed and to the gym with a migraine, but for some reason, once I start running , I don't notice the migraine at all. Then again, that could be because I am too busy noticing my aching quads, left hip, right arch/instep & the big toe on my left foot. See? Running is GREAT for a migraine!

oh my goodness, you are so bad honey!!!! I know what you mean though. my legs are achy, but I think once i get out and run, I won't notice that pain as much, lol!

 

[nucpharm29]

Hey Cam!

I haven't been around the Dis much lately, but had to get caught up with your journey! It's all so exciting. First you and Howard are just such cuties! Can't wait to see ya'll again in January (and the way my running has been going, I might be a back of the packer this go 'round--lots of pain Maybe I'll just enjoy this half and not take it so seriously ) Anyway, all the planning looks like it's going well. Love all the pics of everything--especially the bling and the dresses. You are going to look gorgeous--so will Jen, but definitely not going to out-do the bride!

Oh, and very belated Congrats to Howard on his graduation! WTG!

 

[keenercam]

Thank you, Stephanie! LOVE the new picture! Look at that GORGEOUS family!!!! I am so sorry you are in so much pain. You MUST take care of yourself!!! I have to tell you, though, it is a LOT more fun at the back of the pack! As far as I'm concerned, if I'm getting the VERY SAME MEDAL as the guy in 4th place, I might as well have as much fun and enjoy the course for as long as possible (according to the advice of my favorite penguin, JB ).

By the way, I have to cross-post this here from my WISH journal:

I absolutely cannot believe that I have RUN 4 days in a row. Here are my miles for this week on the TM:
Monday – 2.66 miles
Tuesday – 3.14 miles
Wednesday – 2.82 miles
Thursday – 2 miles

I have RUN 10.62 miles this week!!

Oh, and I had a bunch of other miles on the elliptical and bike. But did I mention that I RAN 10.62 miles this week? Even my warmups were very slow jogs, so I am counting those fractions toward my running total.

I'm really excited. In case you couldn't tell.

 

[BaBeeCee14]

Hi Cam! How have you been? Just catching up on your PJ. Everything is coming together! I love the t-shirts, very cute! The logos look awesome too, how nice of him to do that for you guys. Also I didn't realize Meri was your planner - she's my planner too!

 

[nucpharm29]

AWESOME Cam! That puts my w/o week to shame--I did get 3.1 miles in today. Weird thing is, is that my pain is after the run, not during. Hip pain so severe I almost fell down the other day. and Should probably see a dr. but don't have the time to fit it in right now. I'm hoping my weekend at WDW and a week in Hilton Head will relax the pain away

And let me say again, WOW on the dresses and bling! Makes me want to plan a VR, might get something shiny out of it!

 

[BayouPrincess]

Cam,
I love the logos. I sure wish I had friends like that! Of course, I could probably create something myself, but that would require time.

I need you to rub off on me. I have absolutely no willpower for anything. You trudge through to train with a migraine. GO GIRL! You are an amazing woman! I have been doing one good thing for me this week and I've been able to keep it up...so 4 days is something. I have decided not to drink sodas at all and I'm breaking the aspertame habit (or at least trying too). My SIL has convinced me that it affects the memory in a bad way, and I've noticed there are things that I have trouble remembering. It's kinda scarry when you have that revelation.

Anyway, back to you and your beautiful VR. You're PS is going to be loads of fun. The tasting was phenomenal. I haven't made it to that day in my TR yet, but I'm getting there. You are really treated like royalty on that day. The only weird part is having people "watch" you eat. But for us, the food was so good, we got over that quickly!

 

[pjstevens]

By the way, I have to cross-post this here from my WISH journal:

On my Cam!!!!! That is amazing!!!! Way to go! Keep it up my friend. Ok, that being said I HAVE TO RUN TONIGHT!!!!!!! I'll let you know if I actually get out of here after dinner and do run.

 

[keenercam]

Hey, Patty! Sorry I am so late thanking you, sweetie!


Small update today--
We finally decided where we want to stay for our "honeymoon" (after our "wedding night" at the Grand Floridian). We are staying at the Villas at the Wilderness Lodge! We've only ever stayed in a studio there, back in July 2003, so I am really looking forward to having a 1BR for 5 nights (oh, yeah, that is the other decision we've made today -- we are staying through the weekend and returning home the 18th.) This will be the longest vacation we have ever taken and the longest we have ever been in the World! I am so excited! It will be so great to have a full kitchen and that luxurious jacuzzi tub.

 

[pjstevens]

Hey, Patty! Sorry I am so late thanking you, sweetie!


Small update today--
We finally decided where we want to stay for our "honeymoon" (after our "wedding night" at the Grand Floridian). We are staying at the Villas at the Wilderness Lodge! We've only ever stayed in a studio there, back in July 2003, so I am really looking forward to having a 1BR for 5 nights (oh, yeah, that is the other decision we've made today -- we are staying through the weekend and returning home the 18th. This will be the longest vacation we have ever taken and the longest we have ever been in the World! I am so excited!

Yea Cam, That sounds amazing!!!!

 

[jennifaerie]

Wow! That sounds like a wonderful thing! Our honeymoon is going to be our longest vacation, and I'm a bit nervous. It'll be the first time we've really left the new house too. Cats can get into too much! Hopefully... they'll be okay! I'm going to live by your example and be very, very excited!

 

[DisneyLaura]

Hey, Patty! Sorry I am so late thanking you, sweetie!


Small update today--
We finally decided where we want to stay for our "honeymoon" (after our "wedding night" at the Grand Floridian). We are staying at the Villas at the Wilderness Lodge! We've only ever stayed in a studio there, back in July 2003, so I am really looking forward to having a 1BR for 5 nights (oh, yeah, that is the other decision we've made today -- we are staying through the weekend and returning home the 18th.) This will be the longest vacation we have ever taken and the longest we have ever been in the World! I am so excited! It will be so great to have a full kitchen and that luxurious jacuzzi tub.

That's great Cam. So you will still at the GF on your wedding night and then move to the WL for the remainder is that right?

 

[keenercam]

Jennifer -- You should definitely remain optimistic. And have someone you trust very much check in on your furbabies!

Yes, Laura, and we are soo outrageously excited to spend our "wedding night" at a resort where we've only ever dreamed of staying. The really sweet thing is that Howard insisted that I stay there Sunday night, too, so that I can get ready at the GF and we can do pix there Monday morning before our MK portrait session. He has even suggested that I get a couple of my girlfriends to keep me company over night. Isn't he such a darling?

Our plans are a bit convoluted but they look like this:
Thursday -- arrive Orlando, check into studio at Beach Club Villas

Friday -- DH and DS do 5k; DH, DS and I move into 2BR at Beach Club Villas; DMIL & DSIL arrive MCO and take over studio; DD and adopted DD arrive that afternoon or evening and stay with us in 2BR

Saturday -- DH, DD, adopted DD, and I all do 1/2 marathon, still in 2BR

Sunday -- DH does full marathon; I move to Grand Floridian; DH, DD, adopted DD & DS remain at BCV 2BR; we do rehearsal, rehearsal dinner & Wishes Dessert Party; I go to GF to sleep until 3:30 a.m. makeup/hair appt.

Monday -- after VR, DH moves to Grand Floridian with me; we still have the Studio & 2BR at Beach Club Villas until Tuesday a.m., so that DD & DS and adopted DD can leave all their stuff in the villa until after the VR and return there to change clothes and finish packing before heading to the airport. Not sure whether DMIL and DSIL will leave Monday night or Tuesday sometime.

Tuesday -- DH and I check out of GF and move to Wilderness Lodge Villas where we will stay until Sunday.

How does all of that sound?

 

[pjstevens]

How does all of that sound?

sounds like i'll be sneaking in your suitcase!!!!

 

[WithDisneySpirit]

All I can say is y'all have guts!!! Dh is absolutely crazy, of course!! You are marrying a bona-fide Goofy, huh?! I will be in the world too because I am signed up for the full marathon and we will probably stay until Wednesday morning! WLV is the perfect place for a January honeymoon, Cam!

 

[keenercam]

Patty -- I think we might have room! I cannot believe how many of us there will be, so I am thinking we'll have plenty of luggage allowance!

Lisa -- Isn't he insane? Up in the wee hours Thursday for a 6:35 am flight (we hope); up early Friday for the 5k; Saturday for the 1/2; Sunday for the full; Monday, the photographer will likely pick us up at GF at 5:30 am. I seriously think we'll be sleeping in on Tuesday! LOL!

 

[WithDisneySpirit]

Hopefully, I will make it through to get a medal and be limping around Monday thinking of y'all's big day