Chicago area Diser's - check in here Part 3

[HERSEY]

Disneynut71 I can only imagine how scary it was. Those poor families.

Jedi I remember how it felt when I was first separated. I hope things work out. If ever you need an ear or two or twenty we are here for you.

Mac How are you doing?

disneymama73 Oh how I wish I was going to WDW so soon.

 

[Becky2005]

Jedi -- I'm so sorry to hear you are going through this.


Anyone here interested in going to see High School Musical -- The Concert it's on Jan. 19 at Allstate Arena. I happen to have 8 extra tickets due to trying to coordinate getting 6 people together and the brokers got everything first!! However, I finally got us 6 tickets all together, so that's why I have so many extra. I thought if anyone here was interested it could be another mini meet except we wouldn't be all together. I have 3 together in one section, then the 5 are in different section but 2 are in one row & 3 are in another row. (Remind me to NOT do this again with a popular event! Too stressful! ).

Send me a PM if interested.

I hope everyone is having a good night!

I finally got Mary & Joseph to not be mad at each other anymore for those of you who remember. We just took down our Christmas tree too so I need to get that up soon...by the time I get it up this year it will be time to take it back down.

 

[rmom50]

Jedi..... ​

 

[Bunchkin]

Hi all!!!


Despite having bad sinus problems all day and feeling dizzy off and on because of it, we did go downtown today.
And we had a great time!! We took the train in. Went to Macy's and got us on the list for the Walnut Room right away. Tried to wait in line for Santa, but the wait was sooooo long, HOURS long!!!
While in line our pager went off for the Walnut Room, so we ended up leaving the line for Santa and went to go eat lunch.
Lunch was good and we got to sit by the HUGE 45 ft tree! Awesome sight!!
We did some Christmas ornament shopping there too. Love their ornaments!!

Then we headed down the street to Daley Plaza where the German Christmas festival was going on.
That was a hoot!! They had an oompapa band there, lots of food, and lots of stuff to buy!!! We went to the little hand blown ornament shop and bought an official German pickle and a few other ornaments.

Then we had a stop by Garrett's popcorn!!!!

The whole day was lots of fun!! And the train was super packed!!



slo We never went to the mall last night. Tony got stuck at a side job late. I should have known not to wait for him!!! But I did get some present wrapping done last night!!!



Jedi I'm so sorry to hear about you and Toby. We are all here for you if you need to talk.


disneymama I live on the west edge of New Lenox off Route 6. Right down the street from the new 355 extension and the new mall they are going to build and supposedly now near a new Great America!!!!!!


disneynut I'm glad that you were alright at your job on Friday! That must have been so scary for you and your family.


piglet too The new mall would be GREAT!! I am so tired of driving to Orland Park and dealing with the huge crowds. AND all the Orland traffic. The traffic is the worst IMO.
Not too thrilled with the idea of a Great America though. That would make it even worse on the already over crowded 2 lane roads in New Lenox. Especially since it would be right down the street!!!!!!



Hi to everyone else!!!

 

[disneymama73]

That sounds like a great day, Bunchkin! I'm sorry you're having sinus probs though.

Wow, New Lenox! That's not far from me at all. Glad to have another mall coming in! Not so sure about the theme park though.

 

[Bunchkin]

Also right down another road from me is going up a Super Walmart!!!
Looks like no more trips to the one out by you!!
Unless of course the kids want to go to R'Place. I have no clue why they love that place. I think it's all the puppets and stuff everywhere.

 

[Bunchkin]

Why is it that for vacations with the whole family I would have already started packing things up and getting organized, but for our adult's only trip I have done NOTHING!!!!?????


I think it's because I don't feel so stressed about it!!!

But I think I should start thinking of doing something soon!!

 

[disneymama73]

Also right down another road from me is going up a Super Walmart!!!
Looks like no more trips to the one out by you!!
Unless of course the kids want to go to R'Place. I have no clue why they love that place. I think it's all the puppets and stuff everywhere.

R Place is Emily's (DD7) favorite restaurant. We took my parents, and my mom said, "My granddaughter's favorite restaurant is a truck stop."

 

[macraven]

Thanks, Mac and Michele....

Mac, did your son leave for Mexico?

 

[macraven]

just wanted to post this before i go to bed.

it came late this time.



This week's listings have been posted to
http://www.bartlett -sloan.net/ tv
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Please Note - All times listed are for the Eastern Time Zone. Adjust
accordingly.
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On Monday December 11, 2006 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM on the Travel Channel is

World's Best - Cruise Ships
Cruise ships are rated. Included: the Olympia Voyager; Crystal Symphony;
Disney's Wonder.

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On Thursday December 14, 2006 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM on the Travel Channel
is

Disney Cruise Line
An examination of the cruise line includes the ship\'s galley, engine
control room and provisioning areas, its Broadway-style theatre and the
palatial Walt Disney Suite

This show will repeat
Friday December 15, 2006 from 12:00 AM to 1:00 AM
Monday December 18, 2006 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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On Friday December 15, 2006 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM on VH1 is

I Love the '80s: 3D - "1982" Episode #3.
Orange Julius; `Victor/Victoria' ; EPCOT Center; Freezy Freakies; `Cats';
Human League; Bow Wow Wow; Tron'; VCRs. VH1 description says"In 1982, Walt
Disney helped us keep our science straight and bored kids to tears with his
brand new EPCOT Center, the "Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow."
(TVKirby sez - The segment is the second one after the commercial break at
40 minutes in. As expected, they spend a huge TWO minutes with the VH1
celebrities that call it both Fantastic and Boring. Wil Wheaton proclaims it
"Everything that Geeks Love". They show scenes from opening day. There is a
shot of Dreamfinder and Figment. Commentary on World Showcase concentrates
on the availability of alcohol. Lots of "It looks like a big golf ball"
references to Spaceship Earth combined with a graphic of a giant golf club
hitting it. It was about what you would expect from VH1. Worth recording for
the footage.)

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On Saturday December 16, 2006 from 4:30 AM to 5:00 AM on the Food Network is

Into the Fire - Disneyland: Happiest Food on Earth
Take an exclusive look behind the scenes at Disneyland to see how the
happiest place on earth feeds its visitors. We'll explore such favorites as
the Blue Bayou, Ariel's Grotto and the Plaza Inn while we follow an
evening's dinner in Disney's prestigious Napa Rose.

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Visit Mike's Disney Podcast Directory at
http://www.disneypo dcastdirectory. net/
The Disney Podcast directory is an UNOFFICIAL directory of Disney podcasts.
It contains both fan created and Official Disney Podcasts.

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TVKirby

 

[slo]

This last week went by pretty fast and as stressful as it could have been worst. (for those of you who don't know, DH and I are officially separated now )

Oh Carmen - I am so sorry!!!

I've been really praying for you and Toby, and I will continue to pray for you and Toby. Please know we are always here for you when you need us . Don't keep all your feeling inside of yourself because that's not healthy. Please take care of yourself my friend, and I know you will get through this

 

[Tiggerrn2]

Just a quick fly by Good Morning. Been really busy here with all the hospitalized family members. Dmom-in-law is home. Dniece is headed to RIC and all are getting better.
sorry to hear about everyone's recent troubles and illnesses. Jedi, so sorry for you. Hope things get better.
Gotta run to pack my lunch for work. Have a good day!!!

 

[slo]

I got all my Christmas cards done yesterday afternoon, and boy does that feel good . It took me forever, and boy my hand was so cramped up afterwards

Today I go work at the frame store - I"m sure there will be alot to do. The countdown to Christmas has begun

disneymama -

macraven - I"m sorry your son has left I will keep in my prayers for him to stay safe while in Mexico.

Disneynut - You were on the same floor How scary!!!! I'm glad you don't have to go back until Friday so you have time to prepare yourself.
**Sending you lots of PD for your sinuses to feel better

HERSEY -

Becky - I"m glad Mary and Joseph have reconciled and are no longer upset with each other

rmom -

Bunchkin - I"m so glad you had a great time in the city , but I'm sorry you weren't feeling 100% I'm sending lots and lots of PD your way to feel better today
**I haven't started doing anything for this trip either And your right - if the kids were going, their outfits would already be coordinated by day on the dining room table

Tiggerrnn - I"m glad your MIL is home and that your niece is getting better. I will continue to keep them in my prayers, and please continue to keep us updated on how they are doing.

Well gang, I best get going and get ready for work.
Have a good day today everyone!!!!

 

[macraven]

yes, it is VERY good that joseph and mary are back on speaking terms.
now i can sleep better at night......



good morning chicagoland homies.
hope this is a good week for all of you.

wishing the best for all that are ill, hospitolized, grieving or sad.

things will perk up and life will get better.



i am leaving home soon to go take care of my parents and then pick up my college son for his winter break.


i will miss all of you.


see you at the end of the week.


don't forget the meet on sunday. it is the first for carmen and myself.


if you can give us any tips, please do so.

i don't have a laptop so i won't be able to see what you say about tips while i am gone.
but carmen is here and she will.

 

[slo]

Bye Mac

Please be safe while you are gone - we'll miss you!!!!

 

[Bunchkin]

Good Morning all!!


Hunter is officially on Christmas break and I think Lauren is a bit jealous.
She was up earlier then Hunter and I. Yesterday in the city must have wiped us out!!


mac Hope you have safe travels! I'm sure your parents will be happy to see you after all they've been through!
See you on Sunday!!!


Tiggerrn Continued PD for your family! I hope they recover quickly!!


slo Yes, if the kids were going on this next trip I'd be packing their clothes, toiletries, extra snacks for the parks, backpacks for the plane, etc., etc..........


Something funny I have to share:
The other night I was speaking with SamIAm and she mentioned her birthday was coming up. Well, guess what date she said her birthday was?????
THE SAME DATE AS MINE!!!
I couldn't believe it!!! And I actually made her repeat herself!!!
I have never known anyone with the same birth date as mine!!! Too cool!!!




QUESTION OF THE DAY FOR EVERYONE!!

Do you like any of the Rankin/Bass movies? And do you own any of them?

For Example: Rudolph the red nose reindeer, Santa Claus is coming to town, Frosty the Snowman.....and on and on the list goes.

We love most of the Rankin/Bass movies. And we own a few.
We own: Rudolph, Santa Claus is coming to town, Frosty the Snowman, The Year without Santa Claus, Rudolph's Shiny New Year.

Others I don't like watching: The Little Drummer boy!!!!! Puts me to sleep!!

 

[roseprincess]

Becky- I just PM'd you.

 

[Debbie6221]

Hi Everyone,
Haven't posted in a little while. Thought I would give you guys a break from my ramblings!

Things are just busy but nothing to complain about. I am going to put my complaints in perspective considering everything some are you are going through that’s for sure!

I have been trying to read up on the posts. I feel like I know all of you a little. I hope everyone is doing well. Those of you, who are enjoying all your pre holiday activates, cool beans! I love Christmas and am especially enjoying this one through my 4-year-old DD. She loves everything. For those of you struggling through a tough time I hope you have peaceful, happy days ahead of you! I bet the holidays aren’t the best time to be going though yucky stuff. Lastly, I hope everyone who is sick recovers real fast!

Be back later....
Debbie

 

[SamIAm21]

Good Monday morning everyone! How's tricks? At least the weather is a little more doable! I actually walked to work with a little comfort and joy this morning, not freezing and grumbling!!

Bunchkin and I are indeed BIRTHDAY BUDDIES! I've only actually known one other person with my same date before, although I'm sure there are a multitude of people. I asked her if she got hit up every year with the combo-gift? I know I did, mostly from my brothers!

We got the tree up this weekend, except it's so big that we can't get the tree topper on. We actually had to cut off an inch or two! I think I'll buy a bow to go near the top!!

Slo: Glad you had a good party and didn't take too much razzin! Did you try to see how many fireman actually fit in a VW Bug?

Debbie, I think your last post was one of the nicest I've ever read. Nothing but good wishes and gratitude! Gotta love a post like that. Besides, I like your ramblings!!

Well I gotta get back to work, but I'll be back later with the link to my photos.

See y'all!!

Sam

 

[jedi_librarian]

Thank you all for the hugs, pixie dust and well wishes. You are all just wonderful.