Childfree (by choice) Disney Lovers!

[zima-cheryl]

I am officially at work, but working from the beach. Unfortunately, it's raining so the kids (4 and 6) and family are also in the house. How in the H!!L do people deal with this on a regular basis???

I have no idea?!?! Insanity comes to mind.

Still "working" w/an ocean view can't suck!
Where are you all? North, Middle or South?
If close enough suggest they head over to Maneto (sp?) and hit the aquarium. Very interesting -- we stopped yesterday on our way home. And they have some rooms inside w/kid stuff (puzzles, hands on tank where they can touch a star fish, etc). Would give them a chance to get out of the house & burn off some energy.

And Chris found this place called Duck Donuts. They make the donuts when you order & as you watch! They come off the line piping hot & top them how ever you want! MMMMmmmmmm..... Donuts!!!
http://www.duckdonuts.com/

 

[HockeyKat]

I have no idea?!?! Insanity comes to mind.

Still "working" w/an ocean view can't suck!
Where are you all? North, Middle or South?
If close enough suggest they head over to Maneto (sp?) and hit the aquarium. Very interesting -- we stopped yesterday on our way home. And they have some rooms inside w/kid stuff (puzzles, hands on tank where they can touch a star fish, etc). Would give them a chance to get out of the house & burn off some energy.

And Chris found this place called Duck Donuts. They make the donuts when you order & as you watch! They come off the line piping hot & top them how ever you want! MMMMmmmmmm..... Donuts!!!
http://www.duckdonuts.com/

We are in Frisco, NC. Google-map it and you will go OMG they built stuff way out there??

It's very remote... about an hour south of Manteo, and a few miles north of Hatteras and the ferry to Ocracoke.

I will have to hit Duck Donuts when I am out here again for the OBX half marathon on Nov 14th, as it will be a lot closer. We are probably staying in Manteo/Nagshead. Let me know if you want to join in for the weekend, even if you aren't running it will be a good girls weekend!

 

[zima-cheryl]

I will have to hit Duck Donuts when I am out here again for the OBX half marathon on Nov 14th, as it will be a lot closer. We are probably staying in Manteo/Nagshead. Let me know if you want to join in for the weekend, even if you aren't running it will be a good girls weekend!

PM or e-mail me the information. My folks are coming sometime in November, but if it works out that might be fun. Nice to get away w/some female company & give DH a break from his wife for a day or two.

 

[lakelandgal70]

Hey hope everyone is doing ok. Been super busy and can't wait for it to stop. Hard to believe someone who only works 2days a week can be this busy. Hubby bought a new Ford Fiesta this weekend. We loove loove it! Super cute and great gas mileage. Since he travels 90miles a day for his job this was a no brainer.

Having major Disney withdrawals!! Asked hubby if we can get down there in Sept. Really hoping that after next week everything will slow down here. May just not wait for hubby and head over by myself haha.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful Wednesday!

 

[book_junkie]

Just had to share, today was like a Disney Christmas! The shirts I ordered for our girls' trip and my hubby & my trip showed up or are ready, our MNSSHP tickets showed up in the mail, and I found the perfect crowns for my mom and I to wear on our party night, and cute little crown/heart earrings to go with- with LOTS of fake sparklies so my mom will

 

[HockeyKat]

So, on a TMI but topic relevant note, I went in today to get Mirena.

However, I came out with Implanon. It is a small rod injected just below the skin, about 8 inches above the elbow. I had never heard of it, but my doctor had just been certified to prescribe/insert. It was quite fascinating to watch, plus I could remain fully clothed during the procedure ( ).

Here's to hoping I can tolerate any side effects! I really don't want kids, but am not ready to go totally permanent (I am 34).

 

[KRIS10420]

So, on a TMI but topic relevant note, I went in today to get Mirena.

However, I came out with Implanon. It is a small rod injected just below the skin, about 8 inches above the elbow. I had never heard of it, but my doctor had just been certified to prescribe/insert. It was quite fascinating to watch, plus I could remain fully clothed during the procedure ( ).

Here's to hoping I can tolerate any side effects! I really don't want kids, but am not ready to go totally permanent (I am 34).

I haven't heard of it either, hope it works out for you. Does it expire at some point or last until it's taken out?

I really wish I could go permanent but the docs won't oblige me as they say I am still in my "child bearing years" DH, however, went in to see the doc many years ago and said he wanted to go "permanent" and within two weeks he had the procedure done.

 

[neech]

HI everyone! First of all, I was very happy to find this thread. So many things you ladies say are exactly the thoughts I've been having for quite some time. This is my first post on this thread, but I feel so moved to share what I'm experiencing in my life right now. A few of you mentioned birth control and going permanent. Have you heard bout a procedure called Essure? It's a non-invasive sterilization procedure that can usually be done right in the doc's office. I am getting this done later this month. My doc wants to do this at the hospital because I've never had any children. I am 34 years old and have been married for 14 years. I've pretty much always known that I didn't want children, but probably like most of you I felt the pressure from people in my life to have a child. It wasn't until a recent pregnancy scare that I made up my mind. I remember waiting those LONG three minutes to receive my test results. Those entire three minutes I couldn't think of one positive thing about becoming a mother. Every single thought was negative. That is when everything finally became very clear to me. My DH was not very happy when I told him my feelings, but I gave him time to think and the option to leave the marriage to find a woman with "motherly instincts". He eventually decided that he too didn't need children to have a fulfilled life. There are so many things I want to do. I love to travel. When we're at Disney I see that it can sometimes be a nice experience with children, but I also see the many frustrated faces of parents. This is when I feel fortunate DH and I are having a relaxing Disney experience, just the two of us. I also love to cook. I'm almost positive this would become nonexistent if a had a baby to attend to. DH works long hours, so I would be the primary parent. I'm currently taking photography classes and have some online college courses lined up in the future. As you can expect, a child would not fit into my lifestyle. Sorry for the lengthy post, but I really felt the need to share. It's nice to finally find others who share my feelings. I don't have anyone in my everyday life to share these things with. Most people I know have children. Thanks again for reading if you made it to the end of this post.

 

[Shyvioletisme]

HI everyone! First of all, I was very happy to find this thread. So many things you ladies say are exactly the thoughts I've been having for quite some time. This is my first post on this thread, but I feel so moved to share what I'm experiencing in my life right now. A few of you mentioned birth control and going permanent. Have you heard bout a procedure called Essure? It's a non-invasive sterilization procedure that can usually be done right in the doc's office. I am getting this done later this month. My doc wants to do this at the hospital because I've never had any children. I am 34 years old and have been married for 14 years. I've pretty much always known that I didn't want children, but probably like most of you I felt the pressure from people in my life to have a child. It wasn't until a recent pregnancy scare that I made up my mind. I remember waiting those LONG three minutes to receive my test results. Those entire three minutes I couldn't think of one positive thing about becoming a mother. Every single thought was negative. That is when everything finally became very clear to me. My DH was not very happy when I told him my feelings, but I gave him time to think and the option to leave the marriage to find a woman with "motherly instincts". He eventually decided that he too didn't need children to have a fulfilled life. There are so many things I want to do. I love to travel. When we're at Disney I see that it can sometimes be a nice experience with children, but I also see the many frustrated faces of parents. This is when I feel fortunate DH and I are having a relaxing Disney experience, just the two of us. I also love to cook. I'm almost positive this would become nonexistent if a had a baby to attend to. DH works long hours, so I would be the primary parent. I'm currently taking photography classes and have some online college courses lined up in the future. As you can expect, a child would not fit into my lifestyle. Sorry for the lengthy post, but I really felt the need to share. It's nice to finally find others who share my feelings. I don't have anyone in my everyday life to share these things with. Most people I know have children. Thanks again for reading if you made it to the end of this post.

Welcome to the thread! I'm really interested in Essure as well. Though, I'm fairly certain I will have a hard time finding someone who will do it(I'm only about to be 29), but I've known from an early age I didn't want kids and know I would have zero second thoughts about something permanent like Essure. be sure to let us know how your experience goes. Will your insurance pay for it or will you have to pay out of pocket?? That's another thing I want to contact my insurance about.

 

[neech]

Welcome to the thread! I'm really interested in Essure as well. Though, I'm fairly certain I will have a hard time finding someone who will do it(I'm only about to be 29), but I've known from an early age I didn't want kids and know I would have zero second thoughts about something permanent like Essure. be sure to let us know how your experience goes. Will your insurance pay for it or will you have to pay out of pocket?? That's another thing I want to contact my insurance about.

I was very surprised that my doc didn't question my decision. I even had hubby go along to my consultation for reinforcement. I assume he just respected my decision and left it at that. I saw his PA yesterday and I had to sign a form stating that I understood that the procedure was permanent, but there was still a chance of pregnancy (studies show zero pregnancies when essure guidelines are followed). I checked with my insurance and I am covered 100% for any sterilization procedure. I'm scheduled for 9/17. I will make sure I post an update. If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask.

 

[zima-cheryl]

However, I came out with Implanon. It is a small rod injected just below the skin, about 8 inches above the elbow.

So is it hormone based? I was so glad to finally get off hormones! I think it took a good year before my body was normal again.

I really wish I could go permanent but the docs won't oblige me as they say I am still in my "child bearing years" DH, however, went in to see the doc many years ago and said he wanted to go "permanent" and within two weeks he had the procedure done.

Seriously?!? What a double standard!!

Have you heard bout a procedure called Essure? It's a non-invasive sterilization procedure that can usually be done right in the doc's office. I am getting this done later this month. My doc wants to do this at the hospital because I've never had any children.

I had this done several years ago. My doctor did it in her office. I have to say it was very uncomfortable & I had some cramps & discomfort for about 2 or 3 days. But in retrospect, I'd make the same decision again, so it can't have been that bad. Just give yourself a day or two after to lie around & take it easy.

It wasn't until a recent pregnancy scare that I made up my mind. I remember waiting those LONG three minutes to receive my test results. Those entire three minutes I couldn't think of one positive thing about becoming a mother.

I hear ya... those can be a very scary 3 minutes!

Will your insurance pay for it or will you have to pay out of pocket?? That's another thing I want to contact my insurance about.

Definately check. At the time the insurance we had did cover mine. We had an 80/20 setup then so they covered 80% (after we met our annual deductible of course) and we paid 20% out of pocket. Of course every insurance policy is different.

So what are folks up to for the long holiday weekend? (Sorry Kris.... I assume it is any old weekend in Canada, eh?)
We are sticking close to home I think. Going to check out a baseball game Sunday and tomorrow we are trying a new seafood restaurant after work. If I'm really good I'll get to the gym at some point... or maybe not.

 

[HockeyKat]

So is it hormone based? I was so glad to finally get off hormones! I think it took a good year before my body was normal again.

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So what are folks up to for the long holiday weekend? (Sorry Kris.... I assume it is any old weekend in Canada, eh?)
We are sticking close to home I think. Going to check out a baseball game Sunday and tomorrow we are trying a new seafood restaurant after work. If I'm really good I'll get to the gym at some point... or maybe not.

It is hormone-based, yes. I am actually afraid to go off hormones, because my TOM and a few other issues are MUCH better on than off. The only issue I have had is a migraine 2 days into the "white" pills and I am hoping a steady dose option will make that go away.

Also, 100% covered by my insurance (at least so they say), so for a $20 copay, MUCH cheaper than the pill ($15/month).


We are headed to WDW on Sunday morning, staying through the 13th.

Which seafood restaurant?

 

[zima-cheryl]

It is hormone-based, yes. I am actually afraid to go off hormones, because my TOM and a few other issues are MUCH better on than off. The only issue I have had is a migraine 2 days into the "white" pills and I am hoping a steady dose option will make that go away.

Also, 100% covered by my insurance (at least so they say), so for a $20 copay, MUCH cheaper than the pill ($15/month).

If the hormones help then you definately want to stick w/them. Better living through chemistry.
Fortunately I've never had "girl-problems" but what I don't have there I make up for in spades w/sinus issues.
Awesome on the insurance too! $20 and done for several years. Hard to beat that.

We are headed to WDW on Sunday morning, staying through the 13th.

Have a safe trip (no tix this time ) and a great time there.

Which seafood restaurant?

Going to Fishmongers downtown in Brighleaf District. I'm in the mood for seafood & a couple folks at work said it is good. We'll see. Want to join us?

 

[HockeyKat]

If the hormones help then you definately want to stick w/them. Better living through chemistry.
Fortunately I've never had "girl-problems" but what I don't have there I make up for in spades w/sinus issues.
Awesome on the insurance too! $20 and done for several years. Hard to beat that.


Have a safe trip (no tix this time ) and a great time there.


Going to Fishmongers downtown in Brighleaf District. I'm in the mood for seafood & a couple folks at work said it is good. We'll see. Want to join us?

I don't really have severe problems, just uncomfortable. I wound up with adult onset acne, which the pill took away completely. It's been 10 years since I haven't been on it, though, so hopefully this new version won't cause the acne to get worse.

The only side effect right now is the colossal bruise I have on my arm. However, I am super pale and bruise easily.


HAHA! We have vowed to set the cruise on about 6 over and just go. No more trying to beat our PR time.


Mmmm... that restaurant sounds great actually. I am supposed to take a friend to dinner in exchange for cat-watching while we are away, but if that falls through I might be calling you!

 

[zima-cheryl]

HAHA! We have vowed to set the cruise on about 6 over and just go. No more trying to beat our PR time.

 

[Shyvioletisme]

So what are folks up to for the long holiday weekend? (Sorry Kris.... I assume it is any old weekend in Canada, eh?)
We are sticking close to home I think. Going to check out a baseball game Sunday and tomorrow we are trying a new seafood restaurant after work. If I'm really good I'll get to the gym at some point... or maybe not.

we're staying in town. Planning on going to the zoo tomorrow as it is FINALLY cool enough. I just stepped outside to get the mail and it's only 77 with a nice COOL breeze. Don't know how long this weather will last, so we want to enjoy it while we can.


Don't remember if I've shared any recent pics of the two kitties we took in(who started out as outside cats and are now full on indoor only kitties )

Nala (she is a tiny little spunky thing)




Coco (she's my lap buddy.) Both girls LOVE to give kisses!



We guesstimate that they are at least 5-6 months old(Nala being about a month younger than Coco). They are definitely ours, we got them spayed last month and DH and I plan on taking one of them with us whenever we move.

 

[KRIS10420]

So what are folks up to for the long holiday weekend? (Sorry Kris.... I assume it is any old weekend in Canada, eh?)

No actually it is a long weekend for us too, one of the few we share with the US. DH went off on his annual sturgeon fishing trip and I get to stay home and work on the renovations I have to work the holiday monday but that's ok cause it's double time and half day

Don't remember if I've shared any recent pics of the two kitties we took in(who started out as outside cats and are now full on indoor only kitties )

We guesstimate that they are at least 5-6 months old(Nala being about a month younger than Coco). They are definitely ours, we got them spayed last month and DH and I plan on taking one of them with us whenever we move.

They both are very cute, seems like they are very appreciative of the new home How does Lestat get along with them?

 

[Shyvioletisme]

They both are very cute, seems like they are very appreciative of the new home How does Lestat get along with them?

Lestat loves Nala. They play a lot and he washes her.
He wants to love Coco, he tries to play with her but she still hisses at him. It took her a while to get used to the other kitties too and she hissed and growled at them for a while too. But she's been inching closer to him and venturing to pat at his tail when he's out. He strangely has no issues with either of them.

 

[tinkrebell]

Joining the thread! Thanks HockeyKat for the encouragement

I'm 24, DH is 25, and we are never going to have kids . . .so I love you all already!

Funnily enough, as committed as we are, I'm still a GS leader for a Brownie Troop, and since pastry work up in Bucks Co, PA, has been hard to come by, I just took a new job. . . as a nanny! To two tiny, Disney-obsessed, totally adorable little girls.

I can't wait to go and do crafts with them and talk about Disney and watch Disney movies. I also can't wait to get paid for it, and leave them to go home to our very adult apartment every day.

Loving the BC tips, btw! Keep all these good things coming, because there are so many things I DONT want coming!

 

[maddhatir]

Hey everyone!! I have been stoping by and reading everyone's posts. But then I get overwhelmed and go away

I am sitting on the porch this morning w/ my laptop and wanted to make it a point to get over here and say "hi"! I miss you all

HI everyone! First of all, I was very happy to find this thread. .

Welcome neech!!!!!

Joining the thread! Thanks HockeyKat for the encouragement

I'm 24, DH is 25, and we are never going to have kids . . .so I love you all already!

Funnily enough, as committed as we are, I'm still a GS leader for a Brownie Troop, and since pastry work up in Bucks Co, PA, has been hard to come by, I just took a new job. . . as a nanny! To two tiny, Disney-obsessed, totally adorable little girls.

I can't wait to go and do crafts with them and talk about Disney and watch Disney movies. I also can't wait to get paid for it, and leave them to go home to our very adult apartment every day.

Loving the BC tips, btw! Keep all these good things coming, because there are so many things I DONT want coming!

Welcome!! I see you are in Bucks County. Funny b/c Cheryl asked what everyone was up to this weekend. DH and I will be heading to our favorite place (no, not Disney- our favorite some-what LOCAL place......) New Hope PA. Are you close by?

Well I was able to get some good ressies at the times we prefer considering the short amount of time until the trip! Can you believe I snagged 8:35 p.m. ressies at Cinderella's Royal Table for our first full day?! DH and I have never eaten there and finally decided we were going to do it if we could get the ressies. Yeah for us!!! When I get my itinerary in order I will post the rest of them.

Cool! It is nice to try at least once.

DH and I ate at CRT a few years back. It was awesome- we decided at the last minute to walk up and ask if they had any ressies available- yup they did, just as the fireworks were about to start they sat us by a window. I love those spur of the moment...moments! It was nice. We have been back once after that- but that is when we took Karlee so it was a princess breakfast- eh, won't do that again.

How is your planning coming along!!!?

However, I know what you mean about a restaurant's atmosphere turning you off. Honestly, the whole Grand Floridian in general turns me off as a hotel/resort... just too, fussy, or something. I do love Narcoosee's, though.

I love the GF. We make it a point to stop there every time we are in Disney. I love to sit in the lobby or the pool bar and have a drink while people watching. Everyone there is really nice, (well, the CMs are )I never had a snooty problem. LOL. You know me, IF I did have a snooty problem I would squash it right then and there We have ressies for Citricos this trip. I can't wait.

Having major Disney withdrawals!! Asked hubby if we can get down there in Sept. Really hoping that after next week everything will slow down here. May just not wait for hubby and head over by myself haha. !

It's Sept!! Are you going to Disney??!

So what are folks up to for the long holiday weekend? (Sorry Kris.... I assume it is any old weekend in Canada, eh?)
We are sticking close to home I think. Going to check out a baseball game Sunday and tomorrow we are trying a new seafood restaurant after work. If I'm really good I'll get to the gym at some point... or maybe not.

Have fun at the game

I see you are going to F&W next year!! Where are you staying?

As I mentioned in my post above- we are taking a ride to New Hope PA today. Sun and Mon, we will probably go kayaking.

We are headed to WDW on Sunday morning, staying through the 13th.

OMG! Have fun. This time of the year you should have the whole place to yourselves I wanted to plan our trip for Sept- but, the lovebugs of our 2006 trip scared me off LOL. A few nights ago, DH crinkled up his nose and said "ugh- there aren't going to be lovebugs when we go this year, are there?" I said settle down, no lovebugs this time.

Have fun! Drive safe

Don't remember if I've shared any recent pics of the two kitties we took in(who started out as outside cats and are now full on indoor only kitties )

Nala (she is a tiny little spunky thing)

OMG Tiffany- she is beautiful! Soooo sweet! She looks part Siamese.

Coco (she's my lap buddy.) Both girls LOVE to give kisses!

We guesstimate that they are at least 5-6 months old(Nala being about a month younger than Coco). They are definitely ours, we got them spayed last month and DH and I plan on taking one of them with us whenever we move.

Coco is adorable too Mom's one cat likes to give kisses- it is nice, but then his little sandy tongue starts to hurt my nose

Have a great weekend everyone