Family, Friends, & Celebrities- A MAGICAL Birthday TR!!! *UPDATE*8/27! Final thoughts

[PopArtGal]

hummm MJ seems to have problem with his pants in a lot of pics. Woops!

 

[PopArtGal]

I almost started crying when you were talking about the Contemporary. I'm so happy to be going back there this year. We had a room above Chef Mickey's and loved it. The best part of my day was to look over the railing and spent time watching the characters. So magical!

And yes, the fireworks are loud. We heard them every night hehe

 

[PopArtGal]

All caught up now!

 

[that's nice]

I so know how you guys feel once you're done with security. It seems I look like a criminal since my bags are always searched lol

I was going to write back to you... but you were on a roll!!!!!

It is like an accomplishment once we are gone with security. I am usually beat!

Sorry about the messed up camera. And the shocks lol But you gotta laugh now. It's done and you'Re ok hehe

LOL I'm still ticking! I know what a certain someone is getting for her birthday in July.

That lady is soooooooooo gifted!! I want a cake like that! hehe

Mel cousin's wife makes amazing cakes! The best part is they taste better than they look!!!

Nice house!

It looks really clean!

It was clean for the most part, although it didn't seem like the stairs were vacuumed and the carpet in our bedroom was stained.

I understand how time seems to go so slowly when you are in panic mode. Believe me.

It felt like forever... thank goodness it was only a minute or 2!

You definetly have to go through the whole One Man's dream exhibit. I love it. Go everytime. Though I watched the movie only once. I bought a DVD that is somewhat similar to the movie they are showing there.

It was really interesting. I want to take some time out to go through the whole thing.

Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorite shows.

It really is a great show. We like it a lot too!!!

Sending good vibes!

Thanks! We are home now waiting for results.

 

[that's nice]

Such a cute and wonderful thing that cm did with the ring. AWE!!

It was so nice. It broke Juliana out of the mini funk she was in.

As much as I love It's a Small World, I would never wait 30 min to get on it!

Luckily we only waited 20 minutes for it.. It was getting busier as the day went on!

Ok. I definetly decided that you guys are coming to WDW between July 18 and August 1. We need to meet. Juliana and Melody are so darn cute. And you are so funny!

LOL I'm sure Melody would love to be there for her birthday(July 26th)

We really like to have a good time on vacation. Having our friends with us brought it to the next level!

yay! MJ's back!

I'd thought you'd like that!

hummm MJ seems to have problem with his pants in a lot of pics. Woops!

His velcro doesn't stick like it used to!

I almost started crying when you were talking about the Contemporary. I'm so happy to be going back there this year. We had a room above Chef Mickey's and loved it. The best part of my day was to look over the railing and spent time watching the characters. So magical!

And yes, the fireworks are loud. We heard them every night hehe

Is it loud in the room up there? I feel like CMs is such a loud restaurant. I'm sure it is so cool to be able to look down whenever you wanted and see it!

It seems like the fireworks are louder at the CR than they are standing in the hub in front of the castle. Am I right or am I losing it?

All caught up now!

WHEW!!!!! I'm sure you are exhausted after all that.. take a nap and come back later tonight... there may be an update.

 

[that's nice]

Heading to bed and will be saying prayers for the three month scans. Hugs and kisses to Ana from her "adopted Aunt Kathy."

Thoughts and prayers for the 3 month scans tomorrow. Yay for no bloodwork.

I know Juliana is going to do great tomorrow!! Praying for you all!

Aw..Ana is going to do great tomorrow! Thinking of you and good luck!

Thanks everybody. We are home now waiting for the results from her scans. I'm sure everything is fine. Juliana was still the whole time. She is a pro at this. (I guess this a good & bad thing)

By the way, there's a shout-out or two to you (and Ana) in my newest update!

COOL!!!! I will be there at some point today to check it out!!!!!

 

[that's nice]

that's kinda crappy about the hot tub and pool. But 100 corona probably lessened the pain a bit.

it's not fun being sick on vacation...hopefully melody got better quickly.

Jordan! It is nice to 'see' you.


100 coronas might be pushing it a bit... more like 90.
Looking back... there does seem to be quite a bit of drinking going on. I usually only have a few beers a week. I hope you guys don't think I'm an alchy!!!

More on Mel's sickness in the next update.

 

[KatMark]

We will be sitting and waiting for the results when you have them. But, as you said, I'm sure all will be wonderful news.

 

[that's nice]

Thanks for this information- I have been stressing about naps. I know when we are out and about Jada dont nap but thought she would in Disney. I think I will play it by ear. (I dont think she will nap in a stroller either.)

Were you planning on any downtime like hitting the pool in the afternoon? That might help recharge her batteries.

We are 'schedule' parents... but do allow some 'treats' every once in a while. We kinda throw it out the window on vacation but we know if we want Juliana to function the next day we can't have her out till 11pm. I think the latest she was going to sleep in her bed was 10. And that was one night. It seemed like most nights it was 9:30ish.. which is an hour to and hour & 1/2 past her normal bedtime.

I rarely de-lurk on trip reports, but I wanted to say this is a great trip report.

Thanks for de-lurking!!!!!!!!

There is a great group of people here! I don't allow 'crabby' people to post here!!!

Come back and post anytime! Or just say hi!

 

[that's nice]

We will be sitting and waiting for the results when you have them. But, as you said, I'm sure all will be wonderful news.

Thanks Kat! I'm sure everything is good.

I have all my pics for my next update uploaded ready to go. Maybe I can get to the writing tonight!

Now I'm all caught up here... time to go play outside with the princess.

 

[KatMark]

Thanks Kat! I'm sure everything is good.

I have all my pics for my next update uploaded ready to go. Maybe I can get to the writing tonight!

Now I'm all caught up here... time to go play outside with the princess.

Have fun, Ana!

 

[that's nice]

Have fun, Ana!

I just showed Juliana your post, read it to her, and she said 'That was so nice of you!'

This is from her:::

juliana

 

[TarzansKat]

Hi, hon. I'm super late to this party, but looking forward to going back and reading about your latest trip.

I haven't been on the DIS as much in general, and my mom passed away last week, so I'm starting to get back into the swing of things. Bring on the Disney fun, I say.

 

[KatMark]

I just showed Juliana your post, read it to her, and she said 'That was so nice of you!'

This is from her:::

juliana

Thank you for all the rainbows and the "drinking", Ana. You are too cute.

Hi, hon. I'm super late to this party, but looking forward to going back and reading about your latest trip.

I haven't been on the DIS as much in general, and my mom passed away last week, so I'm starting to get back into the swing of things. Bring on the Disney fun, I say.

I am sorry to hear about your mom.

 

[TarzansKat]

I am sorry to hear about your mom.

Thank you.

 

[TarzansKat]

Okay, all caught up.

First of all, I love reading about your beautiful family and I love that you're willing to share the good and the bad. With three little ones around, every moment isn't going to be stellar, and you are really great at taking it all in stride. I admire that.

On a side note, I have to say, Goofy is a big flirt. Any time I've met him, he's super flirty, which makes me wonder. What don't we know about the Goof, eh?

I'm cracking up over all the MJ pics. Too funny. Glad to see he's having a good time as well.

I only read your updates and none of the in between banter, but I'm guessing Juliana is having some tests done? If so, I hope everything is fine.

 

[PopArtGal]

His velcro doesn't stick like it used to!


Is it loud in the room up there? I feel like CMs is such a loud restaurant. I'm sure it is so cool to be able to look down whenever you wanted and see it!

It seems like the fireworks are louder at the CR than they are standing in the hub in front of the castle. Am I right or am I losing it?

hummm....that sounds funny lol

Not really loud. The doors do a great job. You only hear it when the room is really really quiet, and when you open the door.

I wish I could answer that question. I don't think I've ever noticed it was louder, or not.

 

[PopArtGal]

Hi, hon. I'm super late to this party, but looking forward to going back and reading about your latest trip.

I haven't been on the DIS as much in general, and my mom passed away last week, so I'm starting to get back into the swing of things. Bring on the Disney fun, I say.

My condoleances

 

[that's nice]

Hi, hon. I'm super late to this party, but looking forward to going back and reading about your latest trip.

I haven't been on the DIS as much in general, and my mom passed away last week, so I'm starting to get back into the swing of things. Bring on the Disney fun, I say.

TK! Thanks for stopping by!

I have been a total slacker on your TR. I really need to catch up.



I am so sorry to hear about your mom.

Okay, all caught up.

First of all, I love reading about your beautiful family and I love that you're willing to share the good and the bad. With three little ones around, every moment isn't going to be stellar, and you are really great at taking it all in stride. I admire that.

Thanks. The kids had their meltdowns but we knew it was going to happen at some point. I know we were pushing them a little bit. I think it helped being able to unwind a bit back at the house at night once the kids were in bed.

On a side note, I have to say, Goofy is a big flirt. Any time I've met him, he's super flirty, which makes me wonder. What don't we know about the Goof, eh?

I wonder about the Goof. He tends to gravitate towards the ladies... doesn't he.

I'm cracking up over all the MJ pics. Too funny. Glad to see he's having a good time as well.

Oh believe me... MJ had a blast and was asking Dave & Branda when he could go back!

I only read your updates and none of the in between banter, but I'm guessing Juliana is having some tests done? If so, I hope everything is fine.

You would of been here all week reading all those pages. Although, with some of the 'regulars' posting, you know the banter can sometimes be funnier than the TR itself! LOL

She has to have scans and usually bloodwork every 3 months to check for any signs of her cancer coming back. They don't considered her cured until she is 5 years off treatment.

Her nurse just called and told us everything was clear!!!

 

[TarzansKat]

My condoleances

Thank you.

TK! Thanks for stopping by!

I have been a total slacker on your TR. I really need to catch up.

There hasn't been too much going on over there, but I did post an update today.

I am so sorry to hear about your mom.

Thank you. She was quite young, so it was totally unexpected. I'm still in shock, I think.

Thanks. The kids had their meltdowns but we knew it was going to happen at some point. I know we were pushing them a little bit. I think it helped being able to unwind a bit back at the house at night once the kids were in bed.

I hear you! One of the things I lament right now about being pregnant is not being able to have a little glass of wine to unwind with! Of course, the baby is so worth it, but let me tell you, it'll be a rewarding day when I get that first drink afterwards!

I wonder about the Goof. He tends to gravitate towards the ladies... doesn't he.

Let's just put it this way. I have been danced with and dipped.

She has to have scans and usually bloodwork every 3 months to check for any signs of her cancer coming back. They don't considered her cured until she is 5 years off treatment.

Her nurse just called and told us everything was clear!!!

YES!!!! I'm so happy for you guys.