DIS Dads DDC XXXI: Nice to have Friends Around the Globe, Even Tim! Happy Holidays!

[Disney Commando]

I have a Annual Pass ?, you can use them to get into multiple parks in one day right

I already found out a difference between the Disney World AP and The Premium AP, seems like the Reg AP is 365 days from 1st use, compared to 365 days from purchase on the Premium AP (this is the one we are getting so I'm glad I didn't get them for Christmas)

Then there is the Platinum AP that includes Disneyland, but that might be next years pass

 

[AirGoofy]

Still pretty cool....

Yeah, really freakin' cool.

Looking at record setting cold over the next few days, don't forget to check your emergency kit in your vehicles (blankets, candles, high energy snacks, etc), check on your neighbors, and stay safe Dads. There are people depending on you.

That is scary. No one should depend on me.

Um, they are too expensive. I have some other stuff I have to pay for.

True.

I have a Annual Pass ?, you can use them to get into multiple parks in one day right

I already found out a difference between the Disney World AP and The Premium AP, seems like the Reg AP is 365 days from 1st use, compared to 365 days from purchase on the Premium AP (this is the one we are getting so I'm glad I didn't get them for Christmas)

Congrats on the AP.

 

[theduck619]

Morning guys. Norm, I just read that Coach Strong may be taking the Longhorns job.

 

[declansdad]

Morning Men!

DS has 2 basketball games this afternoon; I hope someone turned the heat on in the gym.

 

[AirGoofy]

Morning guys. Norm, I just read that Coach Strong may be taking the Longhorns job.

Yes, it is just a matter of time. He did an excellent job and I hate to see him go. But, I can't blame him for wanting to leave. I don't want to live in KY either, but I have a specific destination in mind.

 

[AirGoofy]

Day 16

DW went and bought as much food at the grocery store that could fit in the trunk. Looks like the massive winter snowstorm may hit tomorrow, and that would extend my vacation time at home. Everyone ready for the playoffs? Let's go with Wildcard weekend.

 

[disdadIL]

When were you going to tell us you moved to Antarctica. LOL

It's a bit like northern Alaska in Illinois. However, I'm still stunned, as a lifer here, how people are stunned that we get this kind of weather here. I still love it. Though negative 12 on Monday is going to be a tad rough.

 

[disdadIL]

Aw c'mon...seriously with the stocking up? It's just a bit of winter weather......

Amen

 

[disdadIL]

Wait norm- I'm too lazy to look at the first page. When is your spring break trip?

 

[cj9200]

Morning guys. Norm, I just read that Coach Strong may be taking the Longhorns job.

Yes, it is just a matter of time. He did an excellent job and I hate to see him go. But, I can't blame him for wanting to leave. I don't want to live in KY either, but I have a specific destination in mind.

And a class act. After no one giving him a head coaching job he made the best of it at Louisville and was loyal to them.

Day 16

DW went and bought as much food at the grocery store that could fit in the trunk. Looks like the massive winter snowstorm may hit tomorrow, and that would extend my vacation time at home. Everyone ready for the playoffs? Let's go with Wildcard weekend.

I plan on the Vandy bowl game at 1:00, Seton Hall vs Creighton and Florida vs Richmond at 3:00, then the playoffs. Snacks are ready then leftover manicotti for dinner tonight. Great past few days of bowl games. UCF?, Bama losing?, and the Cotton and Orange last night made for entertaining watching.

It's a bit like northern Alaska in Illinois. However, I'm still stunned, as a lifer here, how people are stunned that we get this kind of weather here. I still love it. Though negative 12 on Monday is going to be a tad rough.

It was -1 real temp in South Orange yesterday. The Pirate Princess is glad she is still on break. Stay warm guys.

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

Sitting at the airport waiting on stand by. Flight was at 8:15 am, got here at 6:45. Over 3 hour wait to check in. Booked 8:15 pm.

But hey, I'm going to Disney!

 

[RodBelding]

Sitting at the airport waiting on stand by. Flight was at 8:15 am, got here at 6:45. Over 3 hour wait to check in. Booked 8:15 pm.

But hey, I'm going to Disney!

Sorry about the delay Randall. But you'll still get there before us!

 

[cj9200]

Sitting at the airport waiting on stand by. Flight was at 8:15 am, got here at 6:45. Over 3 hour wait to check in. Booked 8:15 pm.

But hey, I'm going to Disney!

Following you travels on FB. Hang in there. And you are right, at least you are going away from the cold weather.

 

[AirGoofy]

Wait norm- I'm too lazy to look at the first page. When is your spring break trip?

What? You think you can out lazy me? We arrive that first Sunday in April (4,5,6) and are there thru Friday.

And a class act. After no one giving him a head coaching job he made the best of it at Louisville and was loyal to them.
.

Agreed, it worked out well for both him and the school. Some of my UL friends have mostly been supportive, although some have been hating on him for leaving. I guess it is the 'why is he leaving question' that people want to know.

While we haven't seen this new system, there will still be some type of computer ranking system for those final four teams. I'm guessing that going undefeated and winning one of the big conferences would give those four teams the best chance of being in the playoffs. Would UL be a playoff top 4 by winning the ACC undefeated? I think so. Did UL give Strong enough resources to make a championship team? It looked like it. (Ahem, win over the Gators in the Orange Bowl.). So, is he going for more money? Better chance to build a program? Better facilities? Better chance of moving to the NFL? Just likes the weather better?

Whatever the reason, I'm grateful for the success for our local schools and wish him the best in the future.

Sitting at the airport waiting on stand by. Flight was at 8:15 am, got here at 6:45. Over 3 hour wait to check in. Booked 8:15 pm.

But hey, I'm going to Disney!

You didn't run out onto the Tarmac and hide in the wheel well? You could always buy more clothes at WDW.

 

[mm1971]

Hello everyone, happy playoff Saturday!

DD has a 5:15 hoop game and DS plays right after. Way to schedule it so I can't watch football. I could be on one of those commercials.

Darcy, good luck in your games today.

Travel safe Randall.

 

[twokids0204]

Sitting at the airport waiting on stand by. Flight was at 8:15 am, got here at 6:45. Over 3 hour wait to check in. Booked 8:15 pm.

But hey, I'm going to Disney!

Super attitude Randall... just one more reason you are a class act!!!

 

[disdadIL]

What? You think you can out lazy me? We arrive that first Sunday in April (4,5,6) and are there thru Friday.

Shoot. We will miss you. We arrive at wdw on 3-29-14. We leave for the cruise on the Dream on 4-3-14.

 

[disdadIL]

Super attitude Randall... just one more reason you are a class act!!!

I'm Ron Burgundy?

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

I'm Ron Burgundy?

Yes, yes you are!

 

[budamacdvcr]

Afternoon / good evening guys. Saw Saving Mr Banks with the family today - great movie. Hanging in there waiting for this arctic weather to hit next couple of days and watching football. DD heads back to school in the morning, was great having her back home and gonna miss her. Stay warm and safe all.

Randall - hope your flight status improves.