DIS Dads DDC XVII - Leap year edition

[baseballmickey]

Yep! Proud Papa, Happy Grandpa!

Congrats!!

 

[theduck619]

Welcome to the unofficial Last to Post thread!



That's really cool that you wrote some fan fiction! I will probably check the movies out just to see how they modified the story.

I downloaded the series from Epubbud, and one book was missing a chapter or two, and one included notes that sound like JKR. Also had to deal with some punctuation issues and some transcription errors (like "R"s being converted to "T"s). I never looked, but I assume there were american publications, but most of the books I read appear to be British, and thus "snog" was the word that probably appears in the last two books.

I forgot to bring my kindle to work, so I'll have to finish up when I get home. Thanks for recommending the Dresden files, as I'll need something to read tomorrow.

I think the Harry Potter hype was more justified than the Twilight hype. I read that series to see what the hype was about too, and in my opinion, Harry, Ron, and Hermione, beat Bella, Edward, and Jacob.

Fred, George, and Neville beat the Twighlight trio

 

[GoHerd1028]

Hi Rob. Hi Randall.

Finally found my way here. Busy day at work. Popping in to introduce myself finally.

Name is Mike. Married and no kids yet. Having fun trying to have kids though. Wife's name is Heather. She goes by Thumper_Man's Wife here on the Dis. So I have to watch what I say. We've been together 9 years, 4 1/2 of those we've been married. I'm 39 years old and DW is 31. I will hit the big 40 in a couple of months. I've lived all my life in New Mexico. DW and I both work for state government (Attorney General's Office). No I'm not a attorney, so don't ask me for legal advice. Kidding of course, but working here for almost 8 years; you start learn things and feel like an attorney. I work in the financial department., pay the bills so to speak. DW is an assistant to the Attorney General and executive staff. No, this isn't where we met. We are both also members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. That is actually where we met. Both my parents are still alive and well. I have one younger sibling, a sister. Love to travel and love almost everything about the great outdoors (hunting, fishing, camping).

Let me put my flame suit on for these next lines. As I mentioned, love to travel and not only to WDW. I have found other great places besides WDW. Ok let the flaming commence. Seriously enough though, can't always afford to go to WDW every year; so we try to go when feasible. Usually every 4 years or so. The times we can't afford WDW, Vegas is our vacation of choice. DW has a cousin who's a CFO for one of the major hotel/casinos. So we usually get vip treatment when we go. This helps make for an affordable get away.

I've been to WDW 3 times (2 of those times with DW and D'Sis). This year in December will be our third trip (my fourth) to WDW. We've yet to stay on-site at WDW. We own a timeshare and usually stay there. One of these days we will stay on-site. Again, when we can afford it. Hopefully the next trip after the one coming up. Paying off some loans this year, so we thought we'd celebrate at WDW.

I've been to DL 2 times many, many moons ago. Last time I went to DL, California Adventure wasn't even open yet. That's how long it's been since I've been there. You would think I would go to DL more often since it's closer to me. DW and I will be taking our first trip to DL together as couple this year to celebrate our 5th. wedding anniversary.

When we go to Orlando, we not only go to WDW, but to the dark side as well (US/IoA). Oh and Sea World. I guess the reason we go to Orlando more so than California is because all these theme parks are closer together than they are in California.

I have met many friends here on the Dis. I love sharing what ever information I can. I mostly come on here to get information though. Learn some a new trick or two. Best places to eat, stay, times of year to go, etc.. I consider myself to be a WDW novice still, but am learning more and more with each trip I take.

I've started reading the thread and will eventually catch up. Sorry I made this so long. Just a little excited I could actually become a Disdad without being an actual dad in real life. Even though at times I've felt like a dad. I swear I raised my sister back when she was younger. If you ever want to know more, I'd be happy to answer. Off to catch up so I can join the conversation. And to find the Last to Post Thread. I was sure I was going to win the last one.

Welcome aboard Mike...it is good to see someone join that is not named Chris and is from someplace besides Canada and Pennsylvania Dont forget to find us on Facebook too and frined a bunch of us. We banter on there as much as we do here!!

 

[AirGoofy]

Late to the new thread. But, it looks like it will be closed by the weekend.

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

Welcome to the unofficial Last to Post thread!

But this one moves faster!

 

[GoHerd1028]

Congratulations Grandpa Randall!!

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

Awesome

Congrats Randall

Congrats!!

Congratulations Grandpa Randall!!

Thank You Guys!

 

[thheaton]

hello Norm!!!!!!

 

[theduck619]

Late to the new thread. But, it looks like it will be closed by the weekend.

Hi nemesis

 

[GoHerd1028]

BAck from Parent Teacher conference. It was not as painful as I had imagined. We have been dealing with a lot of issues with Ethan lately and his grads have dropped like a rock. He has been asking A LOT of questions about his adoption and why and stuff like that. He is dwelling on it and I am worried that it has effected his school work. His self esteem is so low right now because of his grades and feeling unwanted when he was born. We have had to really step up our game and try to reassure him that he was wanted and loved and a God given gift. I impounded his 3DS when his grades dropped and I gave it back to him this evening after our conference. It seems that he made a 100% on his spelling test today. So, that shows me he is trying to move back into the right direction. Say a little prayer for us that he will continue this upswing and bounce back to the old Ethan soon!!

 

[thheaton]

ready to go back here without the heat and 4th of july crowds.

 

[theduck619]

BAck from Parent Teacher conference. It was not as painful as I had imagined. We have been dealing with a lot of issues with Ethan lately and his grads have dropped like a rock. He has been asking A LOT of questions about his adoption and why and stuff like that. He is dwelling on it and I am worried that it has effected his school work. His self esteem is so low right now because of his grades and feeling unwanted when he was born. We have had to really step up our game and try to reassure him that he was wanted and loved and a God given gift. I impounded his 3DS when his grades dropped and I gave it back to him this evening after our conference. It seems that he made a 100% on his spelling test today. So, that shows me he is trying to move back into the right direction. Say a little prayer for us that he will continue this upswing and bounce back to the old Ethan soon!!

Praying for him and you guys. Give him a high five for me

 

[AirGoofy]

Looks like it's about time to get ready for work. Have to write a 30 minute practice presentation on the history of the company.

Hopeful Productiveness Ownage.

Good luck!

Use a lot of pictures and video clips. Eats up a ton of time...

I had a wise person share this. Do you remember the old slide show projectors? If you gathered to watch vacation photos, how many slides had words? None. So, when doing presentations, like Paul said, pictures, clips, and sounds are the best.

Hi Rob. Hi Randall.

Finally found my way here. Busy day at work. Popping in to introduce myself finally.

Name is Mike. Married and no kids yet. Having fun trying to have kids though. Wife's name is Heather. She goes by Thumper_Man's Wife here on the Dis. So I have to watch what I say. We've been together 9 years, 4 1/2 of those we've been married. I'm 39 years old and DW is 31.

It's always fun to try. Welcome. Dues may be paid in dole whips, beer, cake, or bacon. Get busy shipping.

 

[AirGoofy]

hello Norm!!!!!!

Hi nemesis

Hey. A long 11 hour day with 2 hour drive. I'm tired.

 

[theduck619]

Hey. A long 11 hour day with 2 hour drive. I'm tired.

Crack open a cold one and relax

 

[katoot]

I'm sitting here watching Comic Book Men on demand, bringing back memories of when I had my store.

When my DD2 calls and tells me she has news...

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Congrats, Randall!

Welcome to the unofficial Last to Post thread!



That's really cool that you wrote some fan fiction! I will probably check the movies out just to see how they modified the story.

I downloaded the series from Epubbud, and one book was missing a chapter or two, and one included notes that sound like JKR. Also had to deal with some punctuation issues and some transcription errors (like "R"s being converted to "T"s). I never looked, but I assume there were american publications, but most of the books I read appear to be British, and thus "snog" was the word that probably appears in the last two books.

I forgot to bring my kindle to work, so I'll have to finish up when I get home. Thanks for recommending the Dresden files, as I'll need something to read tomorrow.

I think the Harry Potter hype was more justified than the Twilight hype. I read that series to see what the hype was about too, and in my opinion, Harry, Ron, and Hermione, beat Bella, Edward, and Jacob.

The American HP books were edited more in the first few books, but in the later books they included words like "snogging" and whatnot.

 

[AirGoofy]

DW was getting all upset last night. It took a while to bring her back down to earth. Her siblings have decided to sell my FIL's beach house SOONER rather than later. We all knew it was going to be sold - but for the past several months it's been discussed to start to market it in the fall. Suddenly the CA siblings decided they wanted to start to market it next month... yes - starting in just 2 weeks. She was a mess because that doesn't give her enough time to get out there one last time.

Being the good husband, I quickly went online and found her a very decent fare to send her out there for a week or so. But in her upset state, she just kept saying no and crying about it all.

Today she turned to me and said she might just go. Why is it that it takes so long for her to think & ponder about that kind of thing? Me? I would just book it and go. Frustrating.

Nice offer. You know we can't understand our wives. Have you all thought about buying the house?

I see Dave (Zerfs) hasn't found us yet. Only up to page 20!

We need our #2 to join in the fun.



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[theduck619]

Nice offer. You know we can't understand our wives. Have you all thought about buying the house?



I see the post padding continues.

You aren't surprised are you

 

[AirGoofy]

Crack open a cold one and relax

It's a double shot today.

Caught up now. And almost time to call it a day here.

Closure is imminent.

I go away for a day and you close a thread and start a new one. Time to just jump in.

I hear ya.

Brent, being a fellow canadian I have that problem as well. What I figured out is, start hanging out with slow people.

Remeber, when being chased by a polar bear you don't have to be faster then the bear. You jus have to be faster then the guy beside you.

And, as you run by the other guy, tell him to play dead.

It's true, Norm just hasn't found a way to break it to his family yet

What I miss?

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

BAck from Parent Teacher conference. It was not as painful as I had imagined. We have been dealing with a lot of issues with Ethan lately and his grads have dropped like a rock. He has been asking A LOT of questions about his adoption and why and stuff like that. He is dwelling on it and I am worried that it has effected his school work. His self esteem is so low right now because of his grades and feeling unwanted when he was born. We have had to really step up our game and try to reassure him that he was wanted and loved and a God given gift. I impounded his 3DS when his grades dropped and I gave it back to him this evening after our conference. It seems that he made a 100% on his spelling test today. So, that shows me he is trying to move back into the right direction. Say a little prayer for us that he will continue this upswing and bounce back to the old Ethan soon!!

Great job on turning him around Steve! Keep up the good work! <---thumb