Fun Crazy: I made it - I can't believe it's really here!

[AZMickeyfans]

Hi Alysa,

I'm catching up on what i missed over the weekend!

Dont beat yourself up about the weight. I did the same thing over this weekend. I think I gained 10 though. You'll get there!

The Shang costume is sounding really awesome. I cant believe you are doing all of that without a pattern. We MUST see pictures!!!

 

[Diamondintheruff]

Just popping up to remind you that you PROMISED us all pictures of Shang! I'm holding you to your promise and fully expect to see your DH decked out in all his "Shanglike" glory.

I've managed to lose 7 pounds this past week or so but as I sit here eating brownie mix (yes, I'm too lazy to even cook it) out of the package I guess that will be packing right back on my hips again.

 

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Hi Alysa,

I'm catching up on what i missed over the weekend!

Dont beat yourself up about the weight. I did the same thing over this weekend. I think I gained 10 though. You'll get there!

The Shang costume is sounding really awesome. I cant believe you are doing all of that without a pattern. We MUST see pictures!!!

I'm not going to keep going on about this (I promise), but I have a great way to lose weight!.......have your holiday plans implode 3 days before your trip.....I didn't eat for nearly 3 days!
OK, no more moans! Won't mention it again.
Good news on the costume!
I got the refund for MNSSHP no problem from Disney, the agent said there had been a lot of calls from the UK!
We thought about going to MVMCP instead, but the dates just weren't suitable, but the F&W festival is on at Epcot! Free wine tasting! As a Scot I feel it's only right I partake of a few 'nips', just out of politeness of course.
Di x

 

[Alysa]

Hi Everyone - 17 days to go!
I still have to order the photopass, but guess what? I finished the Shang costume this weekend with my Mum and it looks awesome! I'm so pleased about it. DH looks dead sexy! The only problem with the costume is that I said to my Mum "If I am warm in it in 13˚C weather, do you think DH will be a trifle warmish in Florida? In October?" I liken it to wearing a light sleeping bag.
But still - he looks great!

Still working on the weight thing - I seem to have leveled out at 9 pounds. But I am going to keep working at it and try to run more this week than last which was a bust. I did discover an evil culprit - tomato soup! Here I was avoiding all theses carbs but having tomato soup for dinner and a tin of tomato soup is like eating 4 slices of bread! I am getting really tired of oatmeal, yogurt, salad and soups though I can tell you. And this weekend my Mum had lemon cake at her place. My favourite! It was torture!
Thanks for all the support everyone! And Di - you can go on all you want about your trip. I can't even imagine how badly I would have taken it!

Must dash - DH tookt he kids out to a birthday party so I could work and they went to pick up DS's lightning costume at the post office. I can't wait to see it!

I just have to pick up some shoes and sandals for DD, do some final adjustments to my costume, replace some velcro on DH's costume with black ribbon ties and we are all set. I'd love to find some extra shorts for the guys too but I am not sure how realistic that is now that it is October. Plus I still have to find our annual passes. Well, back to work. I am SOOOOOO looking forward to this holiday!

 

[Diamondintheruff]

Woo Hoo! The DS costume is arriving! Can't wait to see it.

I'm guessing you can still find shorts at sports stores. The sears cataloge from the summer will still have some too. Good luck on your search.

 

[Alysa]

So DS's costume is magnificent. And massive. As in, guess who is going to be carrying it around for 9/10ths of the MNSSHP massive. He loves it. And mentions how it is hot. In Toronto. In late September. At 19˚C.
It's like one of those huge crazy carival stuffed animals you win at the boardwalk. Did I mention it is big?

 

[Diamondintheruff]

guess who is going to be carrying it around for 9/10ths of the MNSSHP

That's what the stroller is for.

 

[Alysa]

That's what the stroller is for.

I think I am going to take our old beater Peg Perego folding stroller and then leave it there when we go...I was actually not going to take one at all but my sister told me I was nuts. It is just that DS doesn't care for one much. I also got him a cute little monkey harness for when he wants to take off into the crowd. (Bad Mummy I know).

 

[AZMickeyfans]

I think I am going to take our old beater Peg Perego folding stroller and then leave it there when we go...I was actually not going to take one at all but my sister told me I was nuts. It is just that DS doesn't care for one much. I also got him a cute little monkey harness for when he wants to take off into the crowd. (Bad Mummy I know).

Sounds like a good plan! You could give it to a family that is waiting in line to get a stroller! Pass the magic on!! ixiedust:

Not much longer now!!

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Wait I just saw dead sexy husband up above. Or was that Sexy dead husband? Either way congrats on finishing up the Shang costume.

 

[Alysa]

Or was that Sexy dead husband?

Only when he puts the glasswear in the sink instead of the dishwasher...
Or when he shrinks my new wool pants in the dryer. Again.



I can't wait to post pics!

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Only when he puts the glasswear in the sink instead of the dishwasher...
Or when he shrinks my new wool pants in the dryer. Again.



I can't wait to post pics!

Yes we must see pictures!

 

[Diamondintheruff]

Less than two weeks to go

 

[Dr_Finkelstein]

I need to see some pics of that sexy dead husband. I'm waiting.....
I'm starting to feel a bit inadequate now, so many people are making costumes...I on the other hand, take the lazy way and buy them.
The shame, the shame!
Di x

 

[AZMickeyfans]

I need to see some pics of that sexy dead husband. I'm waiting.....
I'm starting to feel a bit inadequate now, so many people are making costumes...I on the other hand, take the lazy way and buy them.
The shame, the shame!
Di x

dont feel so bad Di, this is the first year I'm making a costume. I'm anticipating Jake's will fall off and he will run around naked for the rest of the evening. Why do you think I made the youngest one his costume and not the others? Cheap if I have to buy replacement clothes that night.


But I agree, we need pictures Alysa!!!!

 

[luvthattink]

Where to start.....

Your kids are gorgeous! You're planning sounds awesome, must be difficult with getting everyone going in all different directions. We usually always do Chef Mickey's the first evening we are there but decided not to this time because we didn't want to make it to early and be rushed or make it too late because we wanted the kiddos in bed at a decent time since we have breakfast ressies on Monday. I'm beginning to regret that decision and may have to call and see if there is an off chance that they might have something available...guess we'll see! Hoping maybe to see you there, that would be fun and a little added magic for me to run into a fellow DISer!

 

[Alysa]

I need to see some pics of that sexy dead husband. I'm waiting.....
I'm starting to feel a bit inadequate now, so many people are making costumes...I on the other hand, take the lazy way and buy them.
The shame, the shame!

DH informs me that he is NOT putting the costume on just so I can take photos before he has to at Disney. Spoil sport! I went to Chinatown to look for chinese style slippers for him to wear with the costume too but no luck. Looks like I will have to do a bit more sewing after all. I did however see fabulous black dress socks with a little bit of extra fabric for between the big toe so men can wear flip-flops with their suits. Nice. I am pretty sure that that would be a fashion faux pas, non?
And the ONLY reason I made the Shang costume is because they don't sell them for anyone older than 7. Ebay is our friend around here.

But I agree, we need pictures Alysa!!!!

I think his exact words were: No.

But the minute we get back...

Your kids are gorgeous! You're planning sounds awesome, must be difficult with getting everyone going in all different directions. We usually always do Chef Mickey's the first evening we are there but decided not to this time because we didn't want to make it to early and be rushed or make it too late because we wanted the kiddos in bed at a decent time since we have breakfast ressies on Monday. I'm beginning to regret that decision and may have to call and see if there is an off chance that they might have something available...guess we'll see! Hoping maybe to see you there, that would be fun and a little added magic for me to run into a fellow DISer!

Thanks for coming by!
You may be able to get Di's old reservation - you should check out her pre-trip!
I think all the DIS moms should make plans to head over to the SSR for a mini mani-pedi one nap time! Or maybe a girly drink down t'pub with the cute english bartender.

 

[Dr_Finkelstein]

dont feel so bad Di, this is the first year I'm making a costume. I'm anticipating Jake's will fall off and he will run around naked for the rest of the evening. Why do you think I made the youngest one his costume and not the others? Cheap if I have to buy replacement clothes that night.


But I agree, we need pictures Alysa!!!!

I like the way your mind works Shawna.

DH informs me that he is NOT putting the costume on just so I can take photos before he has to at Disney. Spoil sport! I went to Chinatown to look for chinese style slippers for him to wear with the costume too but no luck. Looks like I will have to do a bit more sewing after all. I did however see fabulous black dress socks with a little bit of extra fabric for between the big toe so men can wear flip-flops with their suits. Nice. I am pretty sure that that would be a fashion faux pas, non?
And the ONLY reason I made the Shang costume is because they don't sell them for anyone older than 7. Ebay is our friend around here.

Oooh, those socks sound so cool! That's SO this season!
And your DH is a big spoilsport, tell him to get with the programme!

 

[shellywalker]

So I followed you over from my trip report, and I was reading through quick before leaving for school. Not only are you obsessed with planning for Disney...you LOVE Gymboree! We could be long lost sisters I think! My DD who is 5, will have no choice but to wear Gymbo, until she no longer fits in it. She actually loves the store too though!!!

 

[Alysa]

Hi Shelly, So glad you came by!!

You mean that one day DD won't fit into Gymboree anymore?!?

I have to tell you - I am starting to pack her things for Disney, guess how many dresses she has? Not her school jumpers, but dresses. Eight.
Don't tell DH! I am ashamed.

But 4 are size 7 so they are big on her. Justify much?