Swimming and smores sound like a great way to end a night. I've never tried making them over the stove but that's a good idea.
Looks like a nice zoo. the set up reminds me of the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans. They have a big fountain area and everything branches off from there. They also have a Flamingo Cafe at the entrance. I'm looking forward to seeing more pictures. We love to visit zoos in new areas.
I have lots of errands than need to be ran but I just don't want to leave the house. Too bad that some HAVE to be done.
I'll be saying prayers for JillyB and I'll remember her at church tomorrow too.
You have more control over the browning of the marshmallow on the stove.
At a fire, a flame might jump up and blacken it at any second.
Today is my day for not leaving the house - I hope. Last week was super busy, Saturday was for errands, Sunday was church, cooking, and company, and today is for rest! I do have some papers that need to be graded and recorded, but I will do that whenever I feel like it during the day. No rush.
I have never roasted marshmallows on a stove top- I am amazed that it works and I will need to try this ASAP!
I think the Flamingo poem is fun! I bet the kids that read it don't stop laughing when they read about "Well, you know.."
If you ever get the chance, read the animal info signs on the inside doors of the restroom stalls at Conservation Station in Animal Kingdom.
Stovetop s'mores - you will enjoy!
Jilly B -Once again many thoughts and prayers as you navigate through this tough time.
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Do my rounds at work today I stumble upon a sign obviously made by the same sign makers at Vero
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Looks like Anita And Marc were having their own entertainment and a great bug free smoke free idea to s'more inside.
The poor Vero sign makers certainly have a reputation now, don't they???
Adding my thoughts and prayers for jillyB!!
LOVE the stovetop marshmallow roasting!! Great idea!!
In pearls, of course.
I love the little signs they have at the DVC resorts that show the distance to other Disney resorts and Disney World as well. So cool! And what a great idea to do the 'Smores inside! I feel so old school for always doing it outside and not on a kitchen top or whatever like most do now.
to the awesome magnets and a Mingo cafe! Love it!
Sending pixie dust and good thoughts to JillyB!
The magnets were cute. That would be a fun craft to do with the girls.
I love this sign!
Such a cute little girly girl!
I love those fat little fingers! I miss my little guy's fat fingers. He will be 3 next Wednesday and I can't believe I have such a big boy!
Happy Almost Birthday to Seth and Trent!
Bella was so sad not to be spending the night here last night. On a normal Labor Day weekend, they will come back through and spend the night, but with the kitty being sick and stressed already, it wasn't good to have Ben-dog and a house full of people for too long. Jill thought going on home after dinner and then being able to sleep in and have the whole day at home was a good deal, too, after having spent Saturday and Sunday in Kentucky. Things she would have gotten done on Saturday didn't get done, so she needed the time today. Anyway, it was best to do it like this this time. We put together a quickie luau theme to celebrate Trent's birthday. It was a nice - but all too short - visit.
I am just in shock by all the errors in the Vero signage!
I love the Pirate friends buffet though - what fun!
YUM - I have been CRAVING s'mores like crazy lately! I should really just get off my tushy and make some already!
I love the mingo poem! so cute!
The pirate dinner was a highlight of the Vero time. The food was really good, and the kids enjoyed the characters. I don't know if they have one of those treasure hunt things like they do at some WDW resorts, but this would be a perfect place to do that!
They really are adorable! What a great picture! I am surprised you got everyone to sit still for a picture. Bravo!
Dinner sounds like a lot of fun. I agree that its really hard to see good food go to waste.
We had to coax Daisy into being in the picture by letting her be in charge of the babies.
I'm glad she obliged, because it was nice to have them all in the pictures.
That food was going in the trash can. That is just a sin! It's not like we had just ordered a new tray of food. It was what was legitimately left over.
Ah the good ole' stovetop s'more! I know it well! A delicious delicacy for us city dwellers! I like Bella's style doing it with pearls! I too am wearing pearls as we speak!
Thinking of and praying for you JillyB
Bella loves her jewelry!
I don't even remember if I ended up eating a s'more, now that I think about it. Maybe I had a bite of Bella's. I can't remember.
Sending good thoughts and prayers for JillyB. I really hate that monster.
I am really enjoying a look at all that Vero has to offer. Looks like you guys had a really great time and I am impressed with all of the activities.
I am not, however, so impressed with their signmaking and proofreading skills!
Being an activities director there would be a fun job, in my opinion.
The sign department probably does need a little help.
Prayers to JillyB!! Many thoughts & prayers headed your way.
Wow they do have lots of activities at Vero. Never knew. But really the signage is just terrible! Very surprising.
Yes I see Anita & Marc really were getting into it.
I agree. I would have thought some Disney executive would have had the signs corrected.
Wonder what they were checking out on their little communication devices? Vero Vera sales, perhaps?
Okay, all caught up on the 10 or so pages since I left!
I think my next career should be a proof reader for Disney. Yup.
Happy Belated Birthday to Marc and to Sophie! That party was TOO cute!! You guys are so amazing!
I like Vero - we own points there, but have never stayed. Must be rectified. I really enjoyed Hilton Head and the relaxed atmosphere there, I'm sure I'd like Vero. We had great activities CMs. My kids were with them all the time! Didn't notice a lot of sign errors though. Makes me want to go check my pictures.
Prayers for you JillyB!
congrats on the job Stacy!
Hope Brooklynn's feet are doing well. I brought home a message from Mickey that didn't get mailed yet...still unpacking stuff.
Here we don't start school until the day after Labor Day in most districts. It's actually a state law, but some districts have gotten exemptions and private schools can do whatever they want. I think it's due to the farming community, tourism industry and the big state fair all running through Labor Day. There were a few that started last week, and it was so hot/humid (no a/c) that they either let them out early or canceled. My girls go back on Tuesday.
ETA: One more thing - those distance signs? I've got one now! My kids made it for me for my birthday!! It's got a sign for the Disney Alaskan Cruise, Disney's Hilton Head, WDW, Vero,
Castaway Cay,
Disneyland Paris, Disney's Aulani and Disneyland California! None of which are closer than 1300 miles!
We have had some days in the past that they cancelled school because of the heat, but we have done okay so far this year. They say we're going to have a cold winter, so maybe we'll get some snow days in Jan and Feb.
Happy New School Year to your girls!
You've got to show us a picture of your sign!
Add me to the fan list for those adorable pirates. Anita must have infused those cute shirts with pixie dust so you could get everyone not wiggling & facing you all at once.
Stacy, congrats on the new job!!!
JillyB, I'm sending you prayers and warm hugs.
Happy Labor Day, all!!! I do hope it's easy on the labor
They all cooperated nicely, and then we were off to eat! What do you think about that lovely background???
Labor Day here is going to consist of very little labor. :yes::
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JillyB,
As you can see
You have lots of Distown wishes
For an easy victory! 
"Snakes, why did it have to be snakes?"
Thank you everyone for your good thoughts and prayers! You guys are the best!
.a big DISTown congrats!!!Let's all let her know we're here for her as she faces the 'monster' that messes with so many of us.
