DISappearing Peeps...A fastpass to THIN! Part 2

[eeyore45]

I'm sure you are right Wendy....

either that or people are tired of my whining!!

(also I forgot to post that Lane Bryant had an AWESOME Sale last week I got a lime green tshirt for $5 - and one with some style (dots and a fancy front) $9!!

 

[Wonders10]

Guys, I just thought of something. I hope we're not hurting anyone's feelings by talking about the trip on this thread. I don't want anyone to feel unwelcome or sad that they won't be there. Is there still a Peep Meet Thread out there? I need to subscribe to it so it's more handy.

If this is the case, and anyone is feeling a little (or a lot) bummed about all the trip talk here, I apologize!

I've been wondering why our numbers are 1/3 of what they were a few months ago.

This thread can be such a great tool. The support and sense of personal accountability is fabulous. The friendships that have been formed are sooooo wonderful!

Just my opinion, but I don't have a problem with you guys talking about the meet at all! I feel like I'm "in the know", ya know? Yes I wish I could be going but I just have no time at all...not even for a quickie weekender like I was hoping I could swing.

The only thing I will be upset about is if you all go and come back and NOBODY posts tons of pics and stories for us losers that couldn't make it. THEN I will be mad!

Ok, so I babysat the niece and nephew today and I spent about 2 hours literally carrying them around the pool. They can swim like fishes but it's more fun for Aunt Shannon to carry you on your shoulders, arms, back, neck, legs, etc. Me thinks I will be sore tomorrow. Good exercise though, right? And I have water in my ear and it is really annoying. I truly do hear *slosh, slosh* when I walk around .

Nighty night Peeps!

 

[pigget74]

Guys, I just thought of something. I hope we're not hurting anyone's feelings by talking about the trip on this thread. I don't want anyone to feel unwelcome or sad that they won't be there. Is there still a Peep Meet Thread out there? I need to subscribe to it so it's more handy.

If this is the case, and anyone is feeling a little (or a lot) bummed about all the trip talk here, I apologize!

I've been wondering why our numbers are 1/3 of what they were a few months ago.

This thread can be such a great tool. The support and sense of personal accountability is fabulous. The friendships that have been formed are sooooo wonderful!

Nor upset here. I actually look forward to hearing what you guys are doing---lets me at least pretend I will be there. I get excited for others going--I know that I am weird.

 

[AnnNan]

I made soooo much food EVERYONE is invited!

Plus my mom's side is great for not showing up. I always have these high hopes that they all will come and always wind up being disappointed. But that's another sob story I won't go into.

You know we'll be there in spirit! Have a wonderful day!

Just my opinion, but I don't have a problem with you guys talking about the meet at all! I feel like I'm "in the know", ya know? Yes I wish I could be going but I just have no time at all...not even for a quickie weekender like I was hoping I could swing.

The only thing I will be upset about is if you all go and come back and NOBODY posts tons of pics and stories for us losers that couldn't make it. THEN I will be mad!

Ok, so I babysat the niece and nephew today and I spent about 2 hours literally carrying them around the pool. They can swim like fishes but it's more fun for Aunt Shannon to carry you on your shoulders, arms, back, neck, legs, etc. Me thinks I will be sore tomorrow. Good exercise though, right? And I have water in my ear and it is really annoying. I truly do hear *slosh, slosh* when I walk around .

Nighty night Peeps!

I agree with Shannon! I'll be disappointed if we don't hear all the details and will be watching for trip reports as well.

Sounds like a fun (but exhausting day, Shannon)!

I had a bridal shower to attend - not fun! But it was a very old friend and I felt like I had to go.

 

[UtahMama]

awww, I 'm glad! It was just this nagging feeling. Sorry!

I just stocked up on diet Pepsi and other diet essentials for the week. I made the best of my $30 budget and got Budget Lean Gourmets like lasagna. The portions are several ounces smaller than Lean Cuisine but I can add a side salad with SPRITZ on salad dressing or a side of steamed veggies. I'm all set. To lose weight. This week. A pound would be nice. Two would be sweet!. Three would make me pee with glee.

 

[dwheatl]

Sorry I couldn't post on Friday. I was down in the morning on my home scale, but I couldn't tell how much. Then I went to a get-together afterschool yesterday, and ate more than I should have. I felt really crummy last night, like I can't remember the last time my head hurt that much. I took 2 Advil, then had a shot of Bailey's with a caffeine-free, sugarfree mocha. So anyway, when I got to the gym this morning, I was a samer.

Yesterday I was devistated. Today I am just mad!

I've had these kids between 1-2 years each. They all started at about age 1.

One family was having a hard time with work and I dropped their rate so dad could look for work and he could still bring his child here.

Another family had the craziest schedule and I never said no. I took the child at all different times.

The stuff I put up with is just too long to list, but the most important part is, I love those kids. I was looking forward to having them back. I was a big part of their lives. I got them to talk and open up, I potty trained them, I taught them so many things. I celebrated with them. I cried with them. I held them when they were sad and afraid. I made boo boos better.

Tomorrow is Madelyn's christening. I've been cooking for the last few days. Today is cleaning and getting things ready.
I made perogi's, meatballs, baked beans, I will make tonight a ham and tomorrow the mashed potatoes and gravy and vegetables. I ordered chicken and the cake.

After this, I swear I want to start dieting. The stress is going to get to me I just know it.

I'm sure a great day care provider like you will find work soon, wherever you end up. Hugs and prayers for you and your family, and many blessings on Madelyn on her special day.

Moo and Aries- I like the LIME GREEN shirt idea for the meet. It'll make for a great picture!


Guys, I just thought of something. I hope we're not hurting anyone's feelings by talking about the trip on this thread. I don't want anyone to feel unwelcome or sad that they won't be there. Is there still a Peep Meet Thread out there? I need to subscribe to it so it's more handy.

This thread can be such a great tool. The support and sense of personal accountability is fabulous. The friendships that have been formed are sooooo wonderful!

The Lime green is a great idea. In June of '06, DD and I were trapped in Chicago overnight and then stuck in CT w/no luggage for another day. We went to the Walgreens near our motel, and I found a LG t-shirt for $2. I bought it thinking about WDW, and it cheered me right up. So Peeps should be able to find an affordable shirt somewhere.
I'm another one who can't make the meet, but isn't hurt by the talk about it. I dream of one day meeting up with some peeps, and your talk feeds into my dream. I'm looking forward to hearing all about your trip.

I told you all about my nephew who is going to be on Mad TV, right? Here's a link to a commercial he made for a tooth whitener that sells in the UK. http://www.safeandwhite.com/page/commercial/
He's the one with the glowing teeth

 

[dance2874]

Ok, so I babysat the niece and nephew today and I spent about 2 hours literally carrying them around the pool. They can swim like fishes but it's more fun for Aunt Shannon to carry you on your shoulders, arms, back, neck, legs, etc. Me thinks I will be sore tomorrow. Good exercise though, right? And I have water in my ear and it is really annoying. I truly do hear *slosh, slosh* when I walk around .

Nighty night Peeps!

Gosh, that scenario sounds so familiar! And exhausting I know!


So for the second day in a row I am up at 5 am. Today I woke up all stuffy, another lovely pregnancy side effect I forgot about. At least since I cant sleep it is giving me time to catch up with some stuff I have been avoiding doing. (mostly making official itinerary/packing lists for the trip) And I get to surf the web and watch whatever I want to on tv. A real treat...too bad it is 5 am and there is NOTHING on TV!

 

[ThinkTink75]

Okay, so sorry to post so huge but I must share: Me and Rob found an apartment where we can have the dog! And we love it and they love us and we signed our lease yesterday!!!!!!


And I have a question for you folks-- I know that a bunch of you have gone to WDW in May... Wonders, Punkin, Lynda... but any been there Memorial Day weekend? I am tentatively saying I want to go Thurs-Mon of Memorial Day weekend since humidity wouldn't be as bad as summer and I wouldn't waste my entire balloon check on WDW like I did last year... looking at Port Orlean French Quarter... stoked about the Flower and Garden Festival... maybe booking a Wishes Cruise if I can find some DISers who would also like to split it... possibly going for Deluxe Dining to make up for some of the DDP loses this year... Anyways as you can see I am just starting the trip planning process but wanted opinions on crowds since it is a holiday weekend. ?? ??

 

[lexmelinda]

GOOD MORNING!

I went to a small dinner party last night. The host is a caterer so there was no diet food there but it was gooooood food.

Today I am cooking lunch at church for 150 college students....salad, chicken cordon bleu, corn pudding, green beans, rolls, chocolate cake. Yumm.

Monica....HAPPY CHRISTENING DAY! I hope your day is spectacular. And I think your friend is right. These things happen for a reason. But it's still hard.

Danielle.....Love the commercial! Your nephew is hilarious and cute!

Sandy....I'm so glad DD is warming up to the idea of flying! Wshewww!

Aries! OMG! No problem, girl! Don't even worry about the shirts! I think it's sweet that you wanted to do that for us. I think lime green will be just hunky-dory for me.

Shannon....Are you considering adopting any nephews? I know one lil man who would love being carried around the pool all day! You da bestest auntie around!

Nancy....I confess....I hate bridal showers! Fortunately I am at the in-between stage where I don't have any friends getting married anymore and my friends kids haven't started getting married yet.

PAM! You are back and you're going again in 15 days!!! Not to give away your location but you must live close-ish to Orlando? Lucky duck.

NON-MEET PEEPS.....Thank you for being so understanding about our excitement. I think all meet peeps will have a cell phone...maybe we could collect some phone numbers and have a lil virtual meet with our peeps who can't be there!!! If you'd like to chat with some peeps before, during, or after the meet on Sunday Sept. 23rd between roughly 4 til 7 pm EST, just PM me your phone number and I'll try to work it out! So we can all be together.

HAVE A GREAT DAY, EVERYONE!

 

[eeyore45]

Happy Christening Day Madelyn Such a special day for all!! Gives me goosebumps just thinking of it!! I'll add prayers for mommy and daddy!!

WooHOOty a dog friendly home, signed, sealed - its YOURS!!

Shannon I know a dd who would love an aunt too!!

Danielle you were trapped in Chicago?? Call me!! Its just an hour or so away by train!!

Melinda I love that idea - I'm on a few people's cells that travel to the world a few times a year - I love it when she randomly sends me wdw pics, and of course calls me (usually while riding POC!! Love hearing those sounds!! I of course return the favor!! Its so much fun to hear disney!

Also, if you only want one call, or no pics etc or if you are on the AT&T friends and family unlimited call plan - let Melinda know any concerns or restrictions you may have!!

 

[mousehouselover]

Okay, so sorry to post so huge but I must share: Me and Rob found an apartment where we can have the dog! And we love it and they love us and we signed our lease yesterday!!!!!!


And I have a question for you folks-- I know that a bunch of you have gone to WDW in May... Wonders, Punkin, Lynda... but any been there Memorial Day weekend? I am tentatively saying I want to go Thurs-Mon of Memorial Day weekend since humidity wouldn't be as bad as summer and I wouldn't waste my entire balloon check on WDW like I did last year... looking at Port Orlean French Quarter... stoked about the Flower and Garden Festival... maybe booking a Wishes Cruise if I can find some DISers who would also like to split it... possibly going for Deluxe Dining to make up for some of the DDP loses this year... Anyways as you can see I am just starting the trip planning process but wanted opinions on crowds since it is a holiday weekend. ?? ??

Yay!!! Congrats on finding a place for your whole family!!! I know it's had you pretty stressed for the last few weeks.

We haven't gone to WDW in May before be we are going to be there when you arrive. We are checking out on Sat of the Holiday weekend so the crowds shouldn't be as big and we still have a day or so to stop in to visit family on the way back.

I would to chat with a few peeps while they are in WDW. I am sad that we had to cancel our trip but I know it was for the best since I went to my pharmacy class and now I have a job that I really like. I will get to go at some point, maybe not next year but we'll see.

 

[dismom9761]

Good morning everyone! Anyone remember me-I haven't been around much and am feeling it.I have gained all my weight back and am starting over.This thread was a huge help and need to get back to it.I was looking at my vacation picsand that was a big reality check and none of my clothes fit.

ThinkTink75-Congrats on the apartment.

I am going to cheat using Melinda's post

MOnica,Happy Christening day!

Sandy,glad DD is getting used to the idea of going.

Everyone have a wonderful Sunday!!!

 

[ThinkTink75]

WooHOOty a dog friendly home, signed, sealed - its YOURS!!

Thanks so much! I am so excited!

Yay!!! Congrats on finding a place for your whole family!!! I know it's had you pretty stressed for the last few weeks.

We haven't gone to WDW in May before be we are going to be there when you arrive. We are checking out on Sat of the Holiday weekend so the crowds shouldn't be as big and we still have a day or so to stop in to visit family on the way back.

Thanks for the congrats! I am still doing the happy dance!

As for WDW, its great to hear that someone else is planning a May trip. I don't know how big your family is but if your are 8 or less and possibly would want to think about a Wishes Cruise, I think I am going to book one for me and the DBF and try and find a few extra folks to fill the boat so the cost goes down for everyone so if you are interested PM me and we will plan it for like that Friday night before you leave.

Also, I noticed you recently stayed at POFQ? how did you like it? I think we are going to go for FQ... I def want to try PO this time because the CBR main pool will be under refurb but its a toss up for me as to whether we should go Riverside or FQ.

 

[Wonders10]

Hey everyone,

I mentioned the Disney bug yesterday to my mom and she said that she had been thinking about it as well. That's always good. We of course want to take my niece and nephew as they have become our travel buddies and my DB and DSIL love that they get some time alone. But now that DNiece is in real school, not preschool, they aren't so gung ho about being taken out of school, even for a day. So that means we are looking to go up on a Friday afternoon and come back on a Sunday. VERY short but it will get the job done for now.

What I'm wondering is if any of you have opinions on which weekend I should choose. If I choose the later date, I can get the Dining Credit which would be a nice plus, especially since we are thinking of staying Deluxe...that would be $75 for food.

Here are the dates I'm considering:

Fri Dec7 - Sun Dec 9

Fri Dec 14 - Sun Dec 16

If you have any opinions on any of these days, let me know! Thanks Peeps! I'm off to jump in the shower. Our washing machine broke last night so mom and I are on a hunt for a new one.

 

[MA pigletfan]

Okay, so sorry to post so huge but I must share: Me and Rob found an apartment where we can have the dog! And we love it and they love us and we signed our lease yesterday!!!!!!

I am soooo happy for you!!!!!! YAY!

Hey everyone,


What I'm wondering is if any of you have opinions on which weekend I should choose. If I choose the later date, I can get the Dining Credit which would be a nice plus, especially since we are thinking of staying Deluxe...that would be $75 for food.

Here are the dates I'm considering:

Fri Dec7 - Sun Dec 9

Fri Dec 14 - Sun Dec 16

If you have any opinions on any of these days, let me know! Thanks Peeps! I'm off to jump in the shower. Our washing machine broke last night so mom and I are on a hunt for a new one.

I think you should go Dec 7-9th...because that is when i will be there heehee...seriously though, those were our options as well, and we chose that weekend due to it being just a little further away from holiday craziness

 

[dismom9761]

Hey everyone,

I mentioned the Disney bug yesterday to my mom and she said that she had been thinking about it as well. That's always good. We of course want to take my niece and nephew as they have become our travel buddies and my DB and DSIL love that they get some time alone. But now that DNiece is in real school, not preschool, they aren't so gung ho about being taken out of school, even for a day. So that means we are looking to go up on a Friday afternoon and come back on a Sunday. VERY short but it will get the job done for now.

What I'm wondering is if any of you have opinions on which weekend I should choose. If I choose the later date, I can get the Dining Credit which would be a nice plus, especially since we are thinking of staying Deluxe...that would be $75 for food.

Here are the dates I'm considering:

Fri Dec7 - Sun Dec 9

Fri Dec 14 - Sun Dec 16

If you have any opinions on any of these days, let me know! Thanks Peeps! I'm off to jump in the shower. Our washing machine broke last night so mom and I are on a hunt for a new one.

I say Dec7-16.Why??Not real sure,just sounds good.

 

[dance2874]

Okay, so sorry to post so huge but I must share: Me and Rob found an apartment where we can have the dog! And we love it and they love us and we signed our lease yesterday!!!!!!

WHOOHOOTY! That is great news!

NON-MEET PEEPS[/COLOR].....Thank you for being so understanding about our excitement. I think all meet peeps will have a cell phone...maybe we could collect some phone numbers and have a lil virtual meet with our peeps who can't be there!!! If you'd like to chat with some peeps before, during, or after the meet on Sunday Sept. 23rd between roughly 4 til 7 pm EST, just PM me your phone number and I'll try to work it out! So we can all be together.

HAVE A GREAT DAY, EVERYONE!

That is a great idea!

 

[dwheatl]

Okay, so sorry to post so huge but I must share: Me and Rob found an apartment where we can have the dog! And we love it and they love us and we signed our lease yesterday!!!!!!

Hooray! I knew something would come your way. Give your a hug from me.

Melinda-Thanks for looking at Dneph's commercial. We're all so proud of him!

Sandy- I'd love to actually VISIT Chicago one day. DD and I were stranded by American Airlines. We got in at 1 a.m., had to be back at the airport at 6 a.m. to try to find another flight to CT. If I'd known how it would all shake out, we would have just napped in the airport instead of trying to find a motel in the middle of the night.

 

[UtahMama]

Sorry if you've seen this already. I'm posting this on all my regular threads:

Guess what!!!!!!!

I just applied to be on an official MOM's Panel for Disney!!!!!!

It involves a FREE trip for 4 (ooops).

Here's the link if you'd want to also try out:

http://disneyworldforum.disney.go.com/about.aspx

But now i'm nervous cuz we are a family of 6! Eh, I wrote 3- 100 word essays that rocked so I hope I at least get considered!

 

[winkers]

I'm one of the sad peeps who can't be there for the meet, but I like hearing about your plans! Makes me feel a little involved. So don't feel bad or stop posting about it! I love Melinda's idea and will pm you my phone number.