~DISappearing PEEPS~Vol. IV Come Play With Us!!!!!

[lauren_elizabeth]

May 2013. Yes, over a year! We decided we needed to cool it on Disney World until Seth can actually beg us to go there. We spend too much on our vacations there and we have a college fund to worry about now. We'll probably do a beach vacation this year, maybe early fall. I want to get back down to the gulf...love it there. Maybe somewhere near Destin. And our 10-year anniversary is in April, so possibly just a quick weekend away then. We'll see. You?

We're in the same boat. My husband just transferred jobs this week, so with the switch over the new location, he now only has a week vacation to use instead of the usual 2 weeks. We are going to Cancun in March with my MIL and husband's Grandma. I am definitely looking forward to that vacation... sun & fun!! But with us going there, it looks like Disney is probably on hold until next year.

Plus, we can use my MIL's timeshare to book a DVC 1 or 2 bedroom in 2013. So, I'm thinking that it's in our best interest to wait until next year. It's killing me to wait, but it will go by fast. We will be saving SO much money, too since we won't be paying for a room. (AND IT'S A DVC RESORT!!!) Now when in 2013, I don't know!

Our last trip we did a split stay at universal and i cant believe i am going to say this but our stay at universal was a million times better than disney

I want to do Universal... the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is calling my name!

I'm sorry yall had issues with the rooms.

I am going to WDW January 15-19 and April 1 -8.

Awesome! Your first trip is coming up SO SOON!

 

[punkin413]

We're doing Universal next trip, too. Well, at least Islands of Adventure. There's not really anything at Universal I want to see except Shrek and I'm not paying to go there just to see that. But I am DYING to see the Harry Potter stuff. Ray's nephew and sister are HP FANATICS so they are going with us. I say "us." Ray is sitting this one out. It's gonna be me, Seth, my mom, Ray's sister and nephew. My mom hasn't been to Disney since 1972 so she is due for a trip! I think she and I are gonna do EPCOT while Ray's sis and nephew go to see HP for a second day. I love HP but not like them and I think one day will suffice for me. And we'll do MK, of course. Trying to decide between DHS and AK for our third Disney park. We have time for 4 parks and HP will take a day of that. I might get a park hopper and do a morning at AK and afternoon/evening at DHS. We'll see. Anyway, it's over a year away so no definite plans yet. But that's the general idea.

 

[lauren_elizabeth]

We're doing Universal next trip, too. Well, at least Islands of Adventure. There's not really anything at Universal I want to see except Shrek and I'm not paying to go there just to see that. But I am DYING to see the Harry Potter stuff. Ray's nephew and sister are HP FANATICS so they are going with us. I say "us." Ray is sitting this one out. It's gonna be me, Seth, my mom, Ray's sister and nephew. My mom hasn't been to Disney since 1972 so she is due for a trip! I think she and I are gonna do EPCOT while Ray's sis and nephew go to see HP for a second day. I love HP but not like them and I think one day will suffice for me. And we'll do MK, of course. Trying to decide between DHS and AK for our third Disney park. We have time for 4 parks and HP will take a day of that. I might get a park hopper and do a morning at AK and afternoon/evening at DHS. We'll see. Anyway, it's over a year away so no definite plans yet. But that's the general idea.

It's never too early to start planning! Ray isn't going with yall at all on the trip? Or just not to Universal?

 

[punkin413]

It's never too early to start planning! Ray isn't going with yall at all on the trip? Or just not to Universal?

Nope, not at all. He said he needed a Disney break...like a 4-year Disney break. That's fine with me, as long as he knows I'm still gonna go like every other year. And he was fine with that. He likes Disney but I think he's just had his fill over the past 5 years. And I don't want to torture the poor guy! We are planning on a big trip again when Seth is 5, so 2015. I'm thinking December - I want to go back to see the Christmas stuff again!

 

[dwheatl]

I am down -2.8 pounds it's mostly holiday bloat but Ill take it

I'm down -2.4 pounds but it's also holiday bloat. There were a few days during the holidays where I ate so much, I felt sick.

When is everyone going to Disney World again?

We haven't set a date yet, but some time this summer. Have to coordinate with our adult offspring to do the planning.
My mom loved to travel, but in her later years, couldn't get around, so she watched the travel channel and lived vicariously. She saw "Beaches and Cream" on a WDW show, and told me that, when she died, I had to take my family there and eat the giant ice cream sundae(Kitchen sink) in her memory. So that's the plan.
We also are going to DL next month for my fiftieth b-day. 2 of my sisters and their husbands, 1 of my brothers and his girlfriend, and my 2 kids and their s.o.'s are coming. Can't wait!

While the cast members were super nice during our incident it doesnt change the fact that I feel disney is charging top dollar but seems to be giving back less in return. So like you I am having a harder time justifying the cost for a disneyworld trip.

That is the same with the hotels at DL. Fortunately, so many of the hotels in walking distance to DL are not disney, and do not charge Disney prices.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

 

[pixie dust 112]

EEK! I did my starting weigh in this morning!

So I was right my "surprise" birthday party was last night! I have to say my DH with the assistance of my daughters did the most amazing job. It was a beautiful party. He held the dinner at a local Italian restaurant that is absolutely beautiful and classy, yet totally comfortable at he same time. My Mom and all my brothers and sisters (There are 7 kids in my family) were there with their families. There were also several friends who were there. The decorations were just beautiful and the atmosphere was wonderful. I have to say it really was the perfect party for me. They put a lot of thought into it! Now another challenge....I got so many gift certificates to local restaurants!!!! I figure I will try to space them out over the year! My to favorites were to totally opposite ends of the spectrum. One was to a local restaurant/bar that is just kind of a neighborhood gathering place, dinners, pizza, about 30 televisions with different sports games on! Kind of like our version of cheers (but not as fancy). The other is to the Culinary Institute of America. I don;t know if any of you have ever heard of it, but it is one of the premier culinary schools, if not the premier culinary school in the country. They have several restaurants on site ( Hey the students have to practice somewhere) and nothing comes out of a kitchen if it is not perfect. Very high brow kind of place.

 

[dwheatl]

PD - So glad you enjoyed your party. As for the gift cards, I was just telling DH that I thought we should be able to go out for one nice dinner a month, even when dieting. It might mean bringing half the dinner home, working out a little more consistently, etc, but I think I would do better overall because I wouldn't feel deprived. Sometimes I binge on stuff that's not very good, and not very satisfying, but it comes out of a pity party. Having a really enjoyable, relaxing meal to look forward to could be a good incentive to follow my plan the rest of the month.
Any cards that you really don't think you could use, you can regift or donate.

 

[LMO429]

We're in the same boat. My husband just transferred jobs this week, so with the switch over the new location, he now only has a week vacation to use instead of the usual 2 weeks. We are going to Cancun in March with my MIL and husband's Grandma. I am definitely looking forward to that vacation... sun & fun!! But with us going there, it looks like Disney is probably on hold until next year.

Plus, we can use my MIL's timeshare to book a DVC 1 or 2 bedroom in 2013. So, I'm thinking that it's in our best interest to wait until next year. It's killing me to wait, but it will go by fast. We will be saving SO much money, too since we won't be paying for a room. (AND IT'S A DVC RESORT!!!) Now when in 2013, I don't know!

Time for me lately seems to fly and even though you can not get to wdw this year by the time you go in 2013 fantasyland will be complete and probably all the details will be finalized by then.

I want to do Universal... the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is calling my name!

I'm sorry yall had issues with the rooms.




Awesome! Your first trip is coming up SO SOON!

We're doing Universal next trip, too. Well, at least Islands of Adventure. There's not really anything at Universal I want to see except Shrek and I'm not paying to go there just to see that. But I am DYING to see the Harry Potter stuff. Ray's nephew and sister are HP FANATICS so they are going with us. I say "us." Ray is sitting this one out. It's gonna be me, Seth, my mom, Ray's sister and nephew. My mom hasn't been to Disney since 1972 so she is due for a trip! I think she and I are gonna do EPCOT while Ray's sis and nephew go to see HP for a second day. I love HP but not like them and I think one day will suffice for me. And we'll do MK, of course. Trying to decide between DHS and AK for our third Disney park. We have time for 4 parks and HP will take a day of that. I might get a park hopper and do a morning at AK and afternoon/evening at DHS. We'll see. Anyway, it's over a year away so no definite plans yet. But that's the general idea.

I had zero interest about staying on site at universal in fact I just wanted to do disney our entire trip, but my husband really wanted to experience universal and since he goes to disney all the time with me I decided it was only fair to stay onsite at universal for him. I really can not believe how much I loved it there considering I am such a huge disney fan.

Harry Potter is truly amazing. I never read the books saw the movies was not a fan by any stretch of the imagination. That being said that part of the park is just hands down amazing for me not knowing all the cool details of the movie and books I can only imagine how incredible it is for someone that is a huge fan. I am a HUGE disney fan but that Harry Potter land imo beats any themed area in all of walt disney world you truly feel immersed.

We stayed 3 nights at Universal and every morning we used the hour to gain access to Harry Potter to our advantage on the last morning we just grabbed some butter beers and people watched and soaked it all in I didnt want to leave it really is that great. You might be surprised you 1 day might not be enough there especially if you do not want to rush through it.

I had the same attitude as you when it came to the universal side of the park I had no interest and I was pleasantly surprised on much we enjoyed it..that being said we do not have children so it would probably be different if that was the case. I think staying on site at universal for a night or 2 is so worth it just for the different experience. Not having to wait on lines for rides, walking up to restaurants without having to make an adr without reservations, no lines for characters, actually having the time for a pool break because we never had to worry about extended waiting time for rides was just truly refreshing for us. The difference between universal and disney for me is the magic it just doesnt have that disney spark, but with harry potter now there is def something more special about it.

They need some fireworks over hogwarts nightly I think that would be an awesome idea.

anyway you cant go wrong with what you are deciding to do its something different to do for sure.

 

[LMO429]

EEK! I did my starting weigh in this morning!

So I was right my "surprise" birthday party was last night! I have to say my DH with the assistance of my daughters did the most amazing job. It was a beautiful party. He held the dinner at a local Italian restaurant that is absolutely beautiful and classy, yet totally comfortable at he same time. My Mom and all my brothers and sisters (There are 7 kids in my family) were there with their families. There were also several friends who were there. The decorations were just beautiful and the atmosphere was wonderful. I have to say it really was the perfect party for me. They put a lot of thought into it! Now another challenge....I got so many gift certificates to local restaurants!!!! I figure I will try to space them out over the year! My to favorites were to totally opposite ends of the spectrum. One was to a local restaurant/bar that is just kind of a neighborhood gathering place, dinners, pizza, about 30 televisions with different sports games on! Kind of like our version of cheers (but not as fancy). The other is to the Culinary Institute of America. I don;t know if any of you have ever heard of it, but it is one of the premier culinary schools, if not the premier culinary school in the country. They have several restaurants on site ( Hey the students have to practice somewhere) and nothing comes out of a kitchen if it is not perfect. Very high brow kind of place.

So glad you had such a wonderful surprise party!

PD - So glad you enjoyed your party. As for the gift cards, I was just telling DH that I thought we should be able to go out for one nice dinner a month, even when dieting. It might mean bringing half the dinner home, working out a little more consistently, etc, but I think I would do better overall because I wouldn't feel deprived. Sometimes I binge on stuff that's not very good, and not very satisfying, but it comes out of a pity party. Having a really enjoyable, relaxing meal to look forward to could be a good incentive to follow my plan the rest of the month.
Any cards that you really don't think you could use, you can regift or donate.

I like your idea of giving yourself a meal to look forward to. I read somewhere that it's actually a good thing to eat alot of calories every 3 to 4 weeks when you are consistently dieting because it actually boosts your metabolism

 

[Wonders10]

Hi peeps! I feel like poop. Really hoping this cold gets better by tomorrow so I can make it through the work day.

Went to Target yesterday and bought 2 workout DVDs...the Skinnygirl workout (Bethenny Frankel) and a 4-DVD dancercise set (I love dancing). Plus went to the farmer's market and got tons of fresh fruits and veggies.

Happy Birthday PD! Glad you enjoyed your party!

I bought an AP in September and have only used it twice, like 2 actual days, so I really need to head back so I can attempt to get my money's worth, but no idea when I'll be able to do it. I can't really take time off work and I'm also trying to save money, but I'm sure I'll make it there a few times in the next 9 months.

Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend!

 

[punkin413]

LMO - thanks for the insight on Universal/IOA. I'm looking forward to it. I had no interest in the books but my friend Erin, who is sort of my reading buddy, kept bugging me to read it. After I saw the Half-Blood Prince, I knew there was only 1 more movie left so I gave in and tried to get through the 7 books before the Deathly Hallows Part 2 came out. I didn't make it b/c I got pregnant in the middle of reading them and started reading baby books instead. But finished the last book about a month ago, so I *almost* made it. Anyway, if you enjoy reading I'd highly recommend them. They are amazing books. You'll fly through the first 3. And once you hit number 5 you won't be able to put them down. I'm so excited to see the WWoHP b/c now I'm really into all of it. And the good news is my mom will be with us so she can watch Seth while we play there. He will only be 2.5 then so he won't be into that stuff yet, and she doesn't give a flip about HP. She'll probably spend some time in the Dr. Suess area (even though I do want to see that too) while we were taking our time in the HP area. Fireworks there would be awesome!

We are gonna stay in a condo off site where I've stayed before. The guy owns like 5 condos and they are all beautiful and he only charges $129/night....can't beat that, especially when splitting it 3 ways! This is the one we have reserved:

http://amazingdisneyhomes.com/Homes/TheLionKings.html

And yes, we already have it reserved 1.5 years out! But the reason is b/c we originally were gonna go May 2012 but we decided to postpone a year. So we had reserved it for the 2012 trip and his policy is you don't lose any deposit money as long as you re-book within 3 years. So we rescheduled the date. Anyway, I'm excited about it. Especially having my mom there. Like I said, she hasn't been in ages. My dad was the one that always took us to Disney as a kid (they split up when I was 4).

Shannon - hope you feel better!

 

[ADznyDrmr]

Hi All! Last year, from Jan-May, I lost 40 lbs! I was so proud, and felt so much better, but then I started slacking and as of this past weigh-in I have gained almost 20 of it back. The willpower has been even more elusive to me this time around, but even when I mess up really bad, I'm trying not to let myself go the "Oh well, might as well give up!" route. I have a low goal of only 1 lb/week, and in addition to joining Lose It and Spark, I'm also trying to force some exercise in there as well. I'm an emotional eater and have been under tons of stress lately, with a new job (two jobs now = 62 hrs/week), the kids being sick a lot, and DH getting laid off. It's been tough for me to plan healthy meals ahead of time, and tbh, it's too darn expensive to always be buying the healthy pre-packaged foods. Regardless, this needs to be done! I think it helps immensely to have "community" support, so in addition to joining a weight loss challenge at my new job, I'm also going to try to report in on this thread every week! I'm hoping by the time our October trip rolls around, I'll be healthier and happier...and be able to handle all that walking a little better than in the past LOL! GL to all of you!

 

[pixie dust 112]

ADznyDrmr to the DisBoards and to this thread! Sounds like your being very practical with the one pound a week goal!

Danielle ~ I like that eat out once a month idea! I think I have enough gift certificates to do all those eating out meals for free throughout this year!

 

[LMO429]

Hi All! Last year, from Jan-May, I lost 40 lbs! I was so proud, and felt so much better, but then I started slacking and as of this past weigh-in I have gained almost 20 of it back. The willpower has been even more elusive to me this time around, but even when I mess up really bad, I'm trying not to let myself go the "Oh well, might as well give up!" route. I have a low goal of only 1 lb/week, and in addition to joining Lose It and Spark, I'm also trying to force some exercise in there as well. I'm an emotional eater and have been under tons of stress lately, with a new job (two jobs now = 62 hrs/week), the kids being sick a lot, and DH getting laid off. It's been tough for me to plan healthy meals ahead of time, and tbh, it's too darn expensive to always be buying the healthy pre-packaged foods. Regardless, this needs to be done! I think it helps immensely to have "community" support, so in addition to joining a weight loss challenge at my new job, I'm also going to try to report in on this thread every week! I'm hoping by the time our October trip rolls around, I'll be healthier and happier...and be able to handle all that walking a little better than in the past LOL! GL to all of you!

WELCOME! we are here for you!

 

[LMO429]

How was everyone weekend?! Lot's of get togethers watching football but I really did pretty well considering all the bad foods in front of me. Even kept up with my water consumption.

Yesterday was a rest day from insanity and I really needed it.

Week 2 starts today of Insanity wish me luck its so hard but I will finsih it its only 63 day program

 

[HockeyKat]

How was everyone weekend?! Lot's of get togethers watching football but I really did pretty well considering all the bad foods in front of me. Even kept up with my water consumption.

Yesterday was a rest day from insanity and I really needed it.

Week 2 starts today of Insanity wish me luck its so hard but I will finsih it its only 63 day program

Awesome! Weekends can definitely be hard.

I've stayed true to path since last Wed, and am down 7 lbs. A good portion of that is water weight, I'm sure, so I am rather considering today to be my starting weigh-in. I like to weigh in on Monday AM as I think it helps me stay on track better during the weekends.

However, I got a good bloat weight weigh-in in place for our department diet challenge, so that's good anyhow.


I'm doing a low carb version of "eat clean". Very little processed foods, with a focus on lean meats, veggies, dairy, and healthy fats.

 

[punkin413]

How was everyone weekend?! Lot's of get togethers watching football but I really did pretty well considering all the bad foods in front of me. Even kept up with my water consumption.

Yesterday was a rest day from insanity and I really needed it.

Week 2 starts today of Insanity wish me luck its so hard but I will finsih it its only 63 day program

Great! I'm giving myself a break on weekends with keeping my calorie count - it's just too hard with chasing after Seth all day to remember to check the cals and right them down. But I am still watching my portions and I have a good grip on what's high calorie so I avoid that kinda stuff.

Just ran 1.5 miles on my lunch break - first time I've ran since late October and my calves are gonna hate me tomorrow but I feel awesome.

 

[::Snow_White::]

So, it's been a long time since I posted. Almost a year I'm going to guess! I am glad that I can always come back to the WISH board and still find support even after so long! Instead of gaining the college freshmen 15 , I think I've lost it! Myself and a friend decided to become vegetarians in October, and it has almost been 4 months and I have done extremely well. I gave up meat cold turkey () and have been putting more vegetables and fruit into my daily diet, taking vitamins, working out. I feel a lot better about myself. Eventually I would like to become vegan, but I think that's still a few years out.

My goal is to run a 5k sometime this Spring. Lately I have been running a mile straight on my treadmill which is great for me! Hopefully I will be getting a fold-up elliptical, which will be absolutely fantastic because that is the only real thing I can do while watching my favorite tv shows. I will be on that thing all the time!

I start Spring classes next week so my friend and I will be taking advantage of the FREE recreation center. I actually have a required fitness (lecture) class at the recreation center a few times a week, so how convenient is that? No excuses there!

I really came back because we have a WDW trip planned for the end of May and I'm desperately trying to get in better shape for it. I don't weigh anymore because I just care about how I look and feel, my weight never seems to change much from 150-160 anyway. I think I'm just a few pounds heavier than when we went in 2010, and it's going to be cliche, but my main goal is to have a pretty flat stomach before then. I'd, of course, like to be in good shape all around, but this is my focus now. I can just picture spending 2 wonderful weeks at WDW (hopefully run around the resort! ) in great shape and not feeling tired or too self-conscious while walking around in my tank tops.

Anyway, the plan! Ignoring this past week (been hanging out with friends before they move back to their dorms!), I've been doing about an hour of exercise every night. I switch between a wii boxing (which I love!), running on the treadmill, and a regular wii workout. Since we usually walk 10 miles at WDW, I'm trying to do as much walking as possible to get my feet ready. I will be starting class next week so I will be using their recreation center and I actually have a lunch break this semester instead of the 10 minutes between classes. I'm hoping to start packing some vegan lunches to take 3 days a week. The thought of trying to get abs is so daunting, I'm not sure what exercise is best!

I noticed today that my appetite is definitely not what my mind makes it to be. I ate breakfast at 8 AM and usually I eat at 11:30 because my brain thinks it's lunchtime. Today I tried to recognize when I was about to eat and see if I was really hungry. I ended up not eating lunch until about 1-1:30. Had some chips and salsa around 6. It was really surprising how I didn't even care to eat when I stopped to think if I was actually hungry rather than eating by the clock. I've been keeping track water and today got in about 6 cups, and the day isn't over!

Basically I just wanted to post to say that I'd be coming in every once in awhile. It's easier to stay on top of things when there are other people to talk to!
Ended up getting 5 miles on the treadmill today (1 mile running) and 15 minutes of boxing. Hope you all are having a good new year!

 

[LMO429]

Snow..so glad you are back! sounds like you have some wonderful healthy habits that you have developed.

I am the same way as you I try not to focus on the actual number I weigh but the progress and good habits I keep. I posted last week that is why I purchased a zero scale. It records your weight but only shows your weight in terms of -1 pounds +2 pound. The scale has the option to show your actual weight as well but I do not use it that way. I'm a scale avoider because I wear the number of the scale like a badge of burden so this has helped with that.

another way to track progress is measurements to and by how your clothes fit.

I might be in wdw same time as you..I will be may 15 to may 22

 

[pixie dust 112]

Snow~ when we started things back up here, I was thinking about you and wondering how you were doing. I figured you must have started college...wow how time flies! Glad you'll be checking in from time to time!