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[SlightlyGoofy]

Dear Jstmee

I am so glad that through technology you are able to SEE your DH but I feel so badly that he is not there as much as you would wish. It is a hectic world we live in where we feel we have to work so much and do not get to spend the time with people we love. I find myself sometimes realizing that I am spending too much time on th ings that do not matter much and neglecting some of my friends. I imagine it is very hard on your DH to be away from you all so much and knowing that he needs to work also. A hard balancing act. It is wonderful that you guys thought of the webcam idea.

It sounds so lovely where you live, at least most of the year. I think I would dread the winter months tho. I have enough trouble down here. I do not do ice and snow. I told them at the school library when I signed up to volunteer that the bad news was that I was almost deaf, sick a lot and did not drive on icy days BUT I could work for free. I guess that they thought the second fact overrode all the other problems. LOL I have often dreamt of an Alaskan cruise to see the whales and such and you only have to go such a short distance. Have you ever dreamt of going to the Indy 500 or Kentucky Derby? We could swap homes for a week or two. LOL

It is much more relaxing now that I know that Mittens safely survived her night on the town. Sure glad that she does not tell us what she has been up to as it might cause us some heart flutters. I believe I will order a frozen drink also, no sugar, no alcohol tho. OK, I like just plain ice to tell the truth. The EWP was a little more sparkley tonight. Must be the patriotic fervor of the times.

Slightly Goofy

 

[jstmee]

I did forget to mention that when I was down at WDW in September the EWP had a bunch of American Flags all lit up, you should have heard the crowd roar. Oh, such a sight and sound.

I just got back from "Link of Hope" a walk for breast cancer. I'm a girl scout leader and I got a bunch of white T-shirts, dyed them pink and during our meeting every one used fabric paints to paint the ribbon symbol on them and other creations. We walked about 4 miles in the rain in 40degree weather. Well worth it though for the awareness. A friend of mine is terminal and I've been taking her back and forth to her radiation treatments. She also is going through chemo again. She has two DD ages 9 and 12. The closest place to go for radiation is 1 1/2 hours away, and she goes every day, so I take her every once in a while to "give her a break from her DH" lol as she says.

Everyone have a glorious day. SG are you packing yet? Helenabear hope all is well and same with you rider.

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Dear Jstmee

I know what you mean about driving your friend back and forth to radiation. It helps so much to be able to do SOMETHING in such a circumstance. I have a dear friend who is her 80's and I drove her back and forth to radiation eveyday. She was so worried about the 'trouble' she was causing and I so enjoyed spending that time with her. She survived. I will keep your friend in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot imagine how painful all this must be especially for a young mother. You are a good friend. I am glad to be able to know you.

No, I am not packing yet although I did pack my vacation purse last night. I have severe breathing problems and saving even a few ounces in my purse means a lot. My DH carried my purse a few times but I did not think it was fair so I bought a purse on a string and put only the most essential things in it. We are working on cleaning the flowerbeds today. I have a very small yard but many flowerbeds. I need to get all this winterizing stuff done before we leave as well as some of the Christmas stuff also (cards) as we might be getting back just before Thanksgiving. We are thinking of extending a few days possibly and then going thru Ohio to visit some family before we return. The suitcases will come down to the pool table next weekend. We will load the car Halloween night and then entertain all our little hobgobblins and such. Our grands come here afterward for a pizza party. After they leave we will throw the paper plates and such away, go to sleep and wake up very early on the 1st to try to get through Atlanta at a good time (NOT rush hour). I usually don't cut it this close going down but we have to be here for Halloween and have to be back in time to take our oldest grand to see the new "Harry Potter" movie.

Do you know how much your troop raised for the Breast Cancer drive? It makes kids feel so good to do for others. I was explaining the president wanting dollars for the Afghan kids to my 4 year old grandson and told him about other little boys like him that do not have food, warm clothes or maybe even a bed to sleep in and how he could dust the music boxes (his favorites) to earn a dollar to send. He told me we should go get the little boy and bring him back here and he could be my son. If only life were that simple.

Slightly Goofy

 

[CathyCanada]

Hey fellow EWP groupies!!
Haven't been around here much but caught up on a few pages and wanted to suggest a group hug!!! I'm sorry that some of the nicest people on the DIS are having some tough times here and just wanted you guys to know that I haven't forgotten you!!
CC

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Hi there WM Cathy C - It is always a delight to have royalty stop by, especially when it is you. Don't fret we are all doing fine. Life happens and no matter what is going on it can always be worse. I am a tough old bird who has seen much in my life and survived and I wills survive this. My only real worry is the kids and I am here for them. I survived a tough childhood and had hoped that my family could evolve into something resembling normal but then I am not in charge of the universe and can only do so much.

Only 11 more days for me. Just about have the yard all cleaned up and I will plant the rest of the bulbs tomorrow and get DH to throw some mulch on and that much will be done. I am getting so excited about the trip now that we are down to the last few days. I don't look forward to the drive but the destination is a goal worth striving for.

Some of the posts say that attendance is way down and others say it is very crowded. Hard to figure. Might be that attendance is down but because of the shorter hours and closing of some things it just seems like it is more crowded. My heart goes out to all of those who will be coming for the first time and will miss out on so much. I am afraid that they will not want to return over and over like those of us lucky ones.

I have always used the stragedy of going to the parks that do NOT have EE and with no EE to guide me it will be dificult. Not being able to stand in line for long periods of time I fear the admittance lines. In the past, when we have gone to a park to find it too crowded we have hopped a bus and went to another park but if I have to spend so much time (for a good cause) to get into the park and the short hours also it is difficult to know what to do.

Cathy, would happen to know if the story of the flags noting attendence levels is true? The CM's won't tell you which park is the least crowded. I think it would be good if they did as it would make it more enjoyable for all by getting people into the slow parks and out of the crowded ones. IMHO

Have heard reports of coupon books for discounted meals off season and off peak hours before and am hoping they might offer something in return for all the things they seem to be taking away. I just keep reading the posts each day and trying to gain wisdom from you experts.

I am hoping that Cirque will extend it's discounts but they might not feel that they have to since people will be looking for other things to do since the parks will be closed earlier. Oh well, gonna go and have fun no matter what.

How are you doing Cathy? Been to DW lately or planning a trip?

Slightly Goofy

 

[IASW Rider]

Hi Everyone!

Sounds like you are keeping busy, as always, SG! I wish that I had your energy and stamina! And that's so neat that you are going to get together with the owners of the daycare center and another couple from daycare, when you are in Florida! I'm sure that that will be a lot of fun! And I'm sure that DH will enjoy it! In fact, I'm sure that he will be even much more "fun" than usual, when you are in WDW - who isn't energetic and fun when they are there?! I do the same thing that you do - if I find a piece of clothing that I like, I buy it in every color available! If you look at my WDW pictures, you will realize that I am wearing the same shirt in different colors in every picture, and the same shorts, too - found the ones that felt the best and bought 8 pair! I'm sure that you will have an amazing time in WDW, regardless of the crowds or early closings. Besides, I'm sure that you will be well prepared by reading the Boards ahead of time, as you're doing, and know what's closing when, so that you won't miss anything! And I'll bet that the crowds won't be too bad, either!

Hi Jstmee! I'm sorry that you and your children are not able to spend more time with your DH! I got choked up reading a few of your most recent posts! I'm sure that he misses you all very much, too, when he's travelling, and wishes that he could spend more time at home. That's great that you are able to see and speak to one another via computer, though (I always knew that we would see that technology in our lifetime - kind of like the telephones on "The Jetsons"!) But if you ever feel lonely, please know that we're here for you, in the Suite! Even if we can't see or speak to one another in person, we can always "come" here for good friends and fun conversation! I'm sure that you looked absolutely beautiful at both of your weddings! You too, by the way, SG! I was a size 8 at my first wedding. In fact, I just packed up my first wedding dress (I looked at it for the first time in a long time and could not believe that I ever fit into it!) and veil with the thought of giving it to charity, when I'm ready to part with it - it still "lives" at my parents' house. Now I wear size 18-20-22, depending on the cut and the piece of clothing. Whatever. Hopefully I'll be a bit smaller by the time of my wedding, but I'm not going to kill myself to get there. I also exercise just about every day, and have recently started eating better and at more reasonable times of day (having DF here, now, helps with that - someone to actually sit down to dinner with at a "normal" dinner time!). I'm not meant to be really thin - to stay the size 8 that I once was, I basically had to starve myself and exercise every day. (not hard when I had an "ex" who constantly commented on everything that I ate) But at the same time, I want to be healthy. I see what's happened to my mother by not going to doctors, not taking care of herself, and becoming obese (around 300 pounds) - and ultimately getting diabetes - and I don't want that to happen to me. Just like you said about your wonderful DH's, Jstmee and SG, my DF also thinks that I look great just as I am, which makes me very happy (and I wasn't lacking for dates after divorcing "ex" and getting together with DF 2 years ago, so we know that not ALL men are only interested in those stick-figure-types!). But I wouldn't mind trimming down a bit for my own peace of mind.

I also love when the EWP turns into the flags and stars, Jstmee, and I'm sure that it was even more meaningful and touching seeing it at this particular time! Did you see the American Adventure show at EPCOT? I have been thinking about that show and about the song "Golden Dreams" and get goosebumps - I'm sure that people are walking out of there teary eyed, these days - I know that I would, if I was there now! Is the Hall of Presidents open, or are they "installing" President Bush? I would get choked up seeing that now, too!

It's so kind of you to drive your friends to radiation, SG and Jstmee. I'm sure that it is very difficult for you both to do that because you care so much about your friends, but I'm sure that they appreciate what you do for them and the fact that you are both such good friends to them. It's wonderful that you and your Girl Scout Troop participated in the Breast Cancer Walk, Jstmee, and it sounds like you all had fun doing something for such an important cause! And I loved hearing about your DGS, SG, and his wanting to bring a little Afghan boy to live with you! That is very sweet! And it's great that you're teaching him about the horrible situation that the innocent people of that nation have to endure.

Great to hear from you, Webmaster CC! Thanks for checking in!

How are you doing, today, Helenabear?

DF and I are celebrating the 2 year anniversary of our first date, this weekend, so I'd better jump into the shower before we go out to dinner!

Hope that you're all having a wonderful weekend! Since I missed the jacuzzi last night, can we all meet there again, tonight? I'll have the gentlemen make up a platter of goodies to bring to us while watching the EWP and MK fireworks over the Lagoon! What do you say?

 

[CathyCanada]

Congrats on your anniversary Rider!
Thanks for remembering me ladies!! LOL

Linda, from what I hear, during the week the parks are quiet but on the weekend, the locals come in and are more crowded. If possible, other than to see the fireworks and parade at night, I would stay away from the Magic Kingdom that day.

I have been busy cruising with the family. Had a wonderful time, thanks!!

Have a good weekend all, anyone for the jacuzzi tomorrow night? Don is serving.
CC

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Rider, I just love your verbosity and your way with words. My favorite line was what you said to Jstmee about us being there for her. Just what I thought and did not have the words to say. I will take you up on that offer of joining you at the jacuzzi for a platter full of goodies. I had a piece of toast for breakfast and have been too busy to eat since then. I am starving. Only problem is I am too tired to cook. Whine!!!!

I think Jstmee will agree that we are not so wonderful for helping our friends. It is such a relief to have something concrete that you can do. I just hate it when someone has a problem that I can do nothing about. I have dreams about winning the lottery and doing like a really old tv show used to do. It was called the Millionaire and he sent his man around to people in trouble and spent his money to make their problems go away. Now, I know that money cannot solve every problem but it is especially sad when it IS a problem that can be solved by money and it is not available.

I surely do not know where you think I have so much energy or stamina. You work a full time job and do all sorts of things I do not. I work for a bit and rest a bit and then work some more etc. I cannot do too much at one time cause of my breathing. The prednisone is helping a lot right now.


I cannot buy clothes from the rack so it is really hard for me to find clothes I like. I have to read the descriptions carefully and then pray that they are acurate. You have to pay return shipping even if you do not like the clothes so you often keep things you don't like because it would cost too much to return them. If I do get something I like the chances of them still having more in stock later is uncertain. I tell you, it is almost enough to make me starve myself down a few sizes so I could at least shop at Wal Mart. LOL

I am not going to sweat it too much about the changes at DW but with the early closings I will probably go earlier than we usually do. We are second shift type people so that will be difficult. I get up at 7 most days but DH often sleeps until 10 or 11.

I believe I am the only one on this thread that has never actually seen the EWP. I am so stoked about it. I have a file card of suggestions that each of you have given me and plan to put them to good use. Thank you.

I will miss you all so much while at DW. I will have a lot of reading to catch up on when we return home.

Rider, congratulations on your anniversary. I hope you will have a wonderful eveing.

Slightly Goofy

 

[CathyCanada]

And let me add, I love all of you ladies just the way you are. Your big hearts are what makes each of you so special.
CC

 

[helenabear]

Hi all! Wow I seemed to miss so much in just a short amount of time. It really warms my heart to hear how wonderful everyone here is! It is so nice to see also that it is easy for us to share many stories that have nothing to do with Disney. I guess the love of Disney helps breed the same kind of wonderful people no matter how old or where someone lives

SG, I had to laugh when I read that you buy many of the same clothing articles once you find it fits. I think for work I have three or four styles of shirts and when I found that I liked these particular styles I bought at least 3 of them in different colors. I will keep going back and back buying more when I can until they either change the cut or get rid of the style. If you do stop back in Ohio and have time, give me a call... we are a boring group at my house and usually are home

Jstmee, wow, I can feel for you. I don't know what I would do if I couldn't see Luis that much. I have my cats and my family and a few friends but when Luis isn't around I go to pieces. I know we aren't the same as your husband by a long shot but if you ever want to laugh or cry we are hear and ready to listen

Cathy, it is great to see you back here! We missed you around here! I hope all is well with you!

Rider, congrats on your two year anniversary! And in about 7 1/2 months you will have one more anniversary for your DF to remember I just can't get over how much all you all seem to do. Today I visted my grandmother and dropped off some quarters and dimes for her. She uses them to go get sodas from their loung in the apartment building she lives in. If I could smack my 90 year old grandmother I would. I only say this because she went on about being useless and being a pest. I told her that she is never a pest and it is always wonderful to hear the stories of her life. She has lived through a lot... two world wars, the depression, all the ups and downs some of us have only read about in history class. It never amazes me to hear what she has to say. I feel good going to see her and she feels like she is wanted. I don't know what I'll do once she is gone.

I can't believe that some men actually have the gall to tell each of these beautiful women here that they needed to lose weight! I am a nice average 10/12/14 depending on the cut so I am in no way a huge person. I am rather unhealthy (in the way I eat and take care of myself) but by no means am I big. When I was a definite size 10, someone told me that I was a little over weight, so I asked my b/f at the time if I was a little fat and he said yes! Well he and I were rocky after that and I never forgot he said that. I didn't ask him thinking I was fat but for him to say it really made me mad because he was just as flabby as I was (and I wasn't too flabby... just my hips won't let me fit into anything smaller than a 10). I couldn't imagine being married to someone who said that of me. I was thinking about our converstaions here and if I ever win the lottery (which isn't likely because I don't ever play it) I will make sure that I can come up with a good inexpesive way for people to get tailor made clothing. I had it done once with my wedding dress and I wish I could get it more often. I mean men get psuedo tailor made clothing with suits so we need more of that for us... we have more curves to deal with

I am finally just about 100% decongested My hearing is practically perfect and my coughs and sneezes are almost gone. I am very happy because if it didn't seem to go away by the end of the weekend I thought I'd have to go to the doctor to see if I had a sinus infection.

Well Luis just returned from Blockbuster so we could watch a movie or two tonight. He brought back Bedazzled because it was a free rental and he heard it was funny but really for me he brought back Cats & Dogs. I wanted to see that but we never got a chance... boy do I feel lucky. Well I am sorry I was away for a small time but I truly enjoyed reading about all you! You guys are truly a special group. Well off to watch my movies and eat my Junior Mints (boy does he think of it all). I hope you all have a great night and weekend!

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

I am delighted to see almost everybody in here tonight. It gets kind of quiet around here sometimes but with all that has been going on it has been hard to think of anything else.

Thank you so much Cathy, for all the kind words and great advice. We usually watch the parades from the porch just inside the gates. I stake out a couple of rockers and DH goes to get some food and drink and we rock and roll until it starts. One of my favorite things is to invite the small children to stand in front of us when it begins. Never watched the fireworks from there though. Is that possible? Am I missing out on a better place to watch the parade/fireworks? I always think I am missing something. LOL I bet you had a blast cruising with your family. That might be something for us to think about sometime. I think I have my DD and family talked into a slow, relaxing weekend with us at a nearby place next year. I am very family oriented, probably too much.

Helenabear, you hit the nail on the head about not wanting to be with a man who would criticize our weight. Rider, I hope you don't mind but that first husband of yours was a jerk and I am glad you are rid of him. So there!!! It is one thing to help when we ask for help but quite another to pester so we fit some perfect fantasy. My DH used to come home and tell me about the guys he worked with that had beer bellies hanging down to their knees who would hoot and holler at the girls who were 10 pounds overweight. He was kind to one poor girl who was very large many years ago, before me, and after she lost all the weight and became a bigwig in the company she would only talk to him when she came out on the floor. She said if she was not good enough for them before she wasn't going to have anything to do with them now!!! Love the spirit.

I am afraid that we will be going to Cincinnati instead of Columbus Helena. I would love to meet you and get a tour of that lovely home of yours. Maybe next spring. My sister who lives in Columbus has been here twice in the last couple of weeks so we are caught up on our visiting and she is leaving for a Carribean cruise with my FL sister next weekend. My FL sister will come over to see me when she returns. She sells advertising for a major newspaper and says she only works so she can afford to travel. My brother who was missing for 18 1/2 years lives in Cincinnati so we want to spend some time with him and his family. He is a major miracle in my life. I saved the bill from our first phone conversation. Most of the time was spent crying and laughing. Worth every penny of it. God bless the Internet!!!!

You are so lucky to have such a great relationship with your grandma and to be able to still have her around. Sounds like you are both good to each other. When this life is over the house and material things that you have gathered mean nothing but who you loved and who loved you is all you can take with you. IMHO

Slightly Goofy

 

[CathyCanada]

Elaine, sorry to hear that you were not feeling well but glad you are on the mend.

Linda, I don't think you can see the fireworks from there, 2 of the best spots to see them are from Toontown Fair (or near the Tea Cups) and the bridge to Tomorrowland. Rather than join the rush on the way out of the park, grab an ice cream and your sweetie and sit on a bench and watch the Castle change colours....sigh.

Enjoy.

Hope everyone is having a great Sunday!
Cathy

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Dear WM Cathy C

Thank you for taking the time to set me straight, as usual. I appreciate it. Did you find the goodies that I had Bo and Don whip up for you? Even got you one of those layered margaritas from the Mexico pavillion. You deserve something. It is this way, the people who do nothing don't get a lot of baloney. Anyone who tries to make a difference in the world is beset by those who don't do anything and envy the others status and preceived power. Just relax and stay here as long as you want. We appreciate you.

I am sorry to make this post so short all but I have not slept in 2 days and I worked in the yard all day and am totally bushed. Think I will crawl into bed and veg out. See you tomorrow!

Slightly Goofy

 

[CathyCanada]

Thanks Linda, the margarita and snacks were appreciated and I am just mellowing out here..... ahhhh, just what I needed, my dear EWP friends, Bo and Don. Does it get any better than this??
CC

 

[jstmee]

some PD please

I don't think any is needed, but just in case. I had a rare form of a malignant tumor that was removed last year and now need to be rechecked to see if another biopsy is needed. In a not so pleasant area, lol. I go to the surgeon this morning and am rather nervous about it.

It's nice to see you WB Cathy. On 9/22 I watched the fireworks from the bridge as you mentioned and that was a perfect spot. Although, Linda, It sounds like you may be better in those rocking chairs. The crowd to head out if you want to see the EWP will be pretty busy. Plus we stood on the bridge. I think the seating would be hard to come by if at all. May Cathy has more info. on that.

Have to run, get kids off to school and doctor for me. bye Wendy

 

[helenabear]

Jstmee, you can count on us to send loads of PD your way! I hope it all turns out for the best!

CC, I am feeling better and I only seem to have a residual cough in the morning and then it fades away. So I am pretty much back to myself!

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Dear Jstmee

I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers today. I will be wishing on a star that this is a false worry. {{{{{Big fluffy hugs to you}}}}}. Please let us know as soon as you can so we can celebrate this evening?

Helenabear, we would never want you to be anything other than your dear self so I am so happy to hear that you are doing better.

Cathy, life can always get better (or worse). I keep hanging around just so I can see what is going to happen next. Life is like the weather, if it were perfect every single day we would not appreciate it when it was.

I slept like a rock last night. I had not slept one wink Saturday night so I was overdue. I feel much better today and am ready to face the day. Whether the day is ready for M E is another story. LOL

May the day bring you all more smiles than tears and may sunshine follow you.

Slightly Goofy

 

[helenabear]

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a great day! I am just finishing up here at work and am ready to go home. This morning I came in to a voice mail left for me on Friday at 5:30... now I am long gone by then and so I waited until 9:00 to call him back since all he did was leave me a cell phone to call. So I called him back and he proceedes to yell at me blaming me for causing a T3 not to be turned up due to one of my orders. He interrupted me and would not even let me explain. All he cared about was that his order didn't work and he wanted me to know it. Well I finally almost told him to go to h*** when I finally got a word in. He attempted to interrupt me again when I told him curtly, "No you let me finish!" We had a conversation and it came out that it wasn't my order that most likely messed up his.... well to make a really long story short it turns out that I was right, and even more so than I thought. My order did not have anything to do with his and in NO WAY was my order related. The order number he was trying to look at was one off from mine and he looked at mine instead of someone else's. I found this out later on and boy was I mad. So now I am relaxing and happy the day is done (or almost)

SG, I am so glad you had a good nights rest. It sounds like you have been busy as a bee and deserve the rest. I want to thank you for your kind words about myself. I am just happy that I don't have to take any more meds (the amount I cough or sneeze is nothing I can't live with) and everything naturally will fix itself.

CC, I think I am hard pressed to find a better place than here as well. Our wonderful guys who do everything from get us food to massages are just wonderful! I am so happy to have this place to relax in and just get my feelings out, stupid or not! Well I should get back so I can do one tiny more thing before I leave today. I will see you this all this evening. You know I think I am in the mood for a nice hotdog tonight so maybe I will mosey over to Casey's hot dog place (you know the one on Main St right by the hub) and get me one of those. Anyone care to join me?

 

[SlightlyGoofy]

Dear Helenabear

WTG!! You were right and you stuck up for yourself. I am proud of you. I hope the curr who was on your case is justifiably ashamed and will do his best to make amends to you for his horrendous behavior.

About not taking meds tho. Ummm, my doctor says that I have to finish mine even tho I am better cause it can come back. Not sure about what you have as I have asthma and it might be different.

I slept like a log last night. I was up and at em at 5 this morning but when you go to sleep at 10 that can happen. We are usually up late at night and I get up about 7 most days. Second shift lives.

I am waiting to hear from Jstmee and how she came out at the doctor's office. The only bad part about getting to know new people is that you start to care about them and it can be very rough - - - - but it is worth it. PD headed toward Jstmee********************

Slightly Goofy

9 days to go!!!

 

[IASW Rider]

Hi Friends!

Jstmee - I've been thinking of you, today, and hope that everything is all right! I'm sure that it will be! Lots of PD and good wishes to you! I'm sure that everything will turn out well.

Glad to hear that you're feeling better, Helenabear! Those allergies can be a real pain. I hope that you're over the worst of it and that they don't come back any time soon! I'm sorry that you had to deal with that jerk on the phone - UGH - I hate when people get like that. God knows, I have people like that to deal with at work, too. It sounds like you handled the situation beautifully and now have the satisfaction of knowing that it wasn't even your order - and that it was his mistake! Ah, it's good that the day is almost over! It's wonderful that you are able to spend so much time with your Grandmother and that the two of you share such a close and special relationship! And that former boyfriend of yours sounds like an insensitive fool - I would have felt the same way - not quite being able to forget about that comment - and it's good that you eventually ended things with him!

How are you doing, today, SG? The countdown continues! I really can't wait to hear what you think of the EWP after you see it for the first time! Do you have an idea of what night you might see it first? Let us know before you go, and I will watch my tape at 9:00 that night and pretend that I'm there with you! (Very corny, I know, but fun!) Hope that you have been able to catch up on some rest - you have some busy times coming up soon! Yes, I agree - my ex-husband IS a big jerk - I'm not offended that you said that! (hee hee!) And thank you for your kind words, too! My favorite place to watch the fireworks is one which Webmaster CC suggested - the bridge to Tomorrowland. If you get there early enough, you can get a great seat on one of the benches (I like to sit in the corner where the 2 benches meet, so I can put my belongings in the corner!), with a beautiful view of the castle changing colors....and when the show starts, Tinkerbell flies right over your head! And I enjoy seeing the MK parades from the same area which you do - the "foot" of Main Street, near the train station. I've been told that the train station platform is the best place from which to watch the parades, but I never seem to be able to get up there in time. So, I usually stand right by where the parade leaves Main Street to go backstage - by the barber shop, I believe.

Hope that you had a wonderful trip, Webmaster CC! It sounds like a lot of fun! And thanks for coming by to visit us, again!

I'll be happy to join you at Casey's, Helenabear! Do you know that in all these years, I don't think that I've ever eaten there??? It's one of the few places in which I've never eaten, at the MK! Let's go!

Have a great night, Everyone!