"Having a GRAND time - The Official GF Chat Thread"

[tholczer]

It is Praline! We should all point at her accusingly

Actually, she'll be the reason our kids look so cute! I can't wait to see all my loot. The pirate outfits are being made by a local lady who used to work on Disney costumes! She did my window treatments and I asked her if she did kids costumes and she said yes! I used to work for Disney! How funny is that?

Speaking of dieting and stuff - I've gone the last five weeks without sugar, wheat, soy and dairy. It has been so hard, let me tell you. Health problems we're still trying to figure out, but the strict diet seems to be helping. I just want my old self back!

Thanks for the welcome. Goodnight ladies.

Tracy

 

[Lives4Disney]

It is Praline! We should all point at her accusingly

Actually, she'll be the reason our kids look so cute! I can't wait to see all my loot. The pirate outfits are being made by a local lady who used to work on Disney costumes! She did my window treatments and I asked her if she did kids costumes and she said yes! I used to work for Disney! How funny is that?

Speaking of dieting and stuff - I've gone the last five weeks without sugar, wheat, soy and dairy. It has been so hard, let me tell you. Health problems we're still trying to figure out, but the strict diet seems to be helping. I just want my old self back!

Thanks for the welcome. Goodnight ladies.

Tracy

Tracy! OMG....what do you eat??? I hope you start feeling better. That is sooo neat about the lady that used to work on Disney costumes sewing your stuff! Imagine what she might have sewn.

Well, Jojo spent the night on the bathroom floor. She felt sure she was going to throw up. She didn't though. ugh. I am sick with worry now. I couldn't sleep last night. I always do this before a trip and somebody always gets sick before a trip. I am already having post trip depression, too. What a nutcase.

I am going to watch Lucy's band competition....it will take my mind off my worries. Then I need to pack.

Have a great day, all -

Channing

 

[WishesQueen]

Tracy! OMG....what do you eat??? I hope you start feeling better. That is sooo neat about the lady that used to work on Disney costumes sewing your stuff! Imagine what she might have sewn.

Well, Jojo spent the night on the bathroom floor. She felt sure she was going to throw up. She didn't though. ugh. I am sick with worry now. I couldn't sleep last night. I always do this before a trip and somebody always gets sick before a trip. I am already having post trip depression, too. What a nutcase.

I am going to watch Lucy's band competition....it will take my mind off my worries. Then I need to pack.

Have a great day, all -

Channing

I hope Jojo feels better!!!

When do you leave? Maybe its better she feel bad now at home!!!

 

[tinklvr64]

I am already having post trip depression, too. What a nutcase.

You are not a nutcase! I'll bet ALOT are in that same boat. Sometimes I ruin a trip (only to Disney I might add) for myself because I am already thinking of the high I get planning and arriving that first day, and then the sadness of that last day and flying home.
Right there with ya!
Hope your daughter feels better

 

[tholczer]

Channing! I hope JoJo feels better soon. Maybe it's just pre-vacation nerves or something. And I understand about already feeling a little sad. But once you get there, I'm sure the sadness will go away

And as for what I eat? Very little. Lean meats. Lots of veggies. Nuts. They make a great yogurt cheese at Trader Joes (don't know if you have Trader Joes over there?) and Whole Foods has all kinds of crackers made from rice and potato. For a long time I really resisted the strict diet. But then I got vertigo from the inflammation of the food allergies and vertigo will make you give anything up! It's been five weeks and the dizziness is better, but not gone.

Hoping it's gone by trip time. Otherwise, I may get on the carousel and then it will feel like I never got off! Happy packing!

Tracy

 

[arbonnette]

Channing, you are not a nutcase. I do the same thing. From reading this thread, I see a lot of us do. I am sending that no one gets sick. I worry so much before a trip that I forget to enjoy it while I am there because I am already depressed about leaving. So you are not alone.

We are going to see Horton Hears a Who tonight ... I need a nap before that!

ETA, Tracy, my sister was on a simliar diet, but not for serious health reasons, just trying to be healthier. I know I could never do it! I hope the dizziness continues to fade for you!

 

[samples78]

Just had to pop in and say I finally did it! I have made our ressies for the GF SLC for September 3-7 I had checked various rates over the past month and then out of the blue I got a 40% discount e-mail the night before last. I then spent over an hour yesterday with a CM trying to find dates that would work, and on my last option (out of about 15 different date combinations) the discount was finally available for all of the nights I wanted.

I am sure I will be reading this thread and the official GF thread quite a bit over the next few months. I am already coming up with a list of questions about the GF - especially since we plan on being at the resort the majority of the trip.

 

[arbonnette]

Hooray for you, samples on your discount code. You will love the GF. It is wonderful. I still long for one of those discount codes.

 

[tholczer]

Samples - Yay for discounts! You've found the right place. These ladies know everything about the GF! Have fun planning.

Tracy

 

[MsStinkerBelle]

So glad to find this chat thread! My DD8 wants to stay at the GF next year so now I'm trying to figure out if we'll go for Easter or Christmas.

 

[Lives4Disney]

Hello!

Well it looks like my Jojo is better. Maybe it was just something she ate. It passed whatever it was & I am relieved. Thanks for all the kind words....I always get in a funk right before a trip. I stress myself out. I am just a megaworrier. I was on the fence when DH decided to meet us down there, but now I am glad he is. What the heck was I thinking going alone for 8 nts with just DDs. I can't even get back into that mindset. WHY would I do that to myself??!?! I feel so bipolar.

I have everybody packed except ME! I am so not in the mood....I feel like I have to try things on and it's too much effort today. I will get at it tomorrow or Monday. It looks like it's going to be warmer than I previously thought and I am in NO mood or shape to wear summer clothes!!!! I thought I could wear capris and 3/4 slv tees....maybe not. uh oh....should have started the WW in December!!! I was fairly good today. Lucy and I went out for lunch after her band comp. and I did Diet Coke and a yummy salad - and passed on the dessert....I was thinking of you Andrea. And your good job at Red Lobster.

Samples - you will love the GF!! Way to go booking it with a discount.

Tinklvr -Did you try the Zantac?? It might take a couple days to kick in, but I hope it works for you. It has been a lifesaver for me.

Andrea - Did you like Horton?? We were going to go tonight, but everybody was just crashed, so we're going tomorrow.

Tracy - Wow!....You are great being so dedicated to the healthy eating. I don't have experience with vertigo, but I know a couple people that had/have it and I know how devastating it is. One person I know with it was a commercial pilot. She can never fly again. I hope you continue to feel better.

Hi, MsStinkerBelle!!- Glad you found us over here!

Praline must be busy playing her Civilization. Hope you're having fun Praline!!!!!

Have a great night, all! Good luck on the WW!!!!

 

[tinklvr64]

Tinklvr -Did you try the Zantac?? It might take a couple days to kick in, but I hope it works for you. It has been a lifesaver for me.

Good luck on the WW!!!!

I did start today, feel pretty good tomorrow maybe better!


WW-I did pretty good this week if I do say so myself. We'll see on Monday when that darn scale tells the truth!
How has everyone else been doing?? I logged on to the WW site to get some ideas on recipes and read some of the success stories. Talk about getting inspired!

 

[tinklvr64]

Just had to pop in and say I finally did it! I have made our ressies for the GF SLC for September 3-7 I had checked various rates over the past month and then out of the blue I got a 40% discount e-mail the night before last. I then spent over an hour yesterday with a CM trying to find dates that would work, and on my last option (out of about 15 different date combinations) the discount was finally available for all of the nights I wanted.

I am sure I will be reading this thread and the official GF thread quite a bit over the next few months. I am already coming up with a list of questions about the GF - especially since we plan on being at the resort the majority of the trip.

Yeah for you on the 40% discount. When we went in Sept we had a 40% code for GF and then to our delight we were upgraded to SL...well that spoiled us for sure! Now we just straight up booked SL for Nov...I dont want to take a chance on an upgrade

 

[vbarry]

Hi everyone! I am looking for the IPO email address. Does someone have this? I read that if you book through a TA they do not email you. Does anyone know if this is correct? I thought I would post here instead of the GF thread since you guys are on this a lot more.

Thanks in advance! Vanessa

 

[praline3001]

Hey everyone! Tracy glad to see you finally started posting here!!! Dont blame me for your pocketbook being empty

I have been busy this weekend, doing stuff with the kids as I never get online time when they are home

Just wanted to send out a quick HI! I am sure when they are back in school tomorrow I will be able to get on here!

 

[arbonnette]

Hi everyone! I am looking for the IPO email address. Does someone have this? I read that if you book through a TA they do not email you. Does anyone know if this is correct? I thought I would post here instead of the GF thread since you guys are on this a lot more.

Thanks in advance! Vanessa

Hi, Vanessa. I have heard that if you book through a TA IPO may not e-mail you. So go ahead and e-mail them! They will be happy to hear from you.
The address is: Grand.Floridian.Itinerary.Planning@disneyworld.com

Channing, so glad to hear JoJo is feeling better. WTG on the passiing dessert. Horton was good. We went later than usual and Hannah was tired, but she enjoyed it. We both laughed out loud at parts, and it has a nice message in the story. The best part was I managed to pass up candy and popcorn in the movie and brought a bag of Jellybeans instead. Still crocked with sugar, but smaller portion and less fat than a huge chocolate something!
I am really trying to "finish" my weight loss by June 1 ... I did not go to a WW meeting last week, but I have it marked on my calendar for the Wed. after Easter. Of course, I am starving this morning and wanted to run out to Krispy Kreme. Didn't. But my mouth is watering thinking about!!!

Have a great day, everyone! And to everyone doing WW, here's hoping we stay on plan!

- Andrea

 

[Cinderumbrella]

Hi!!! Busy weekend, hope to catch up more tomorrow!!
Kristin

 

[tholczer]

Arbonnette - sorry I didn't respond earlier, I somehow missed the post about your sis the first time. Wow! Good for her for wanting to be healthy! It's really tough for the first couple of weeks. But what ends up happening is that your blood sugar levels even out and then your body doesn't crave anymore. Out of everything that's happened, the lack of cravings is probably the weirdest thing. I'm used to running my day by my cravings. Sad? Eat a donut. Happy? Eat a donut. Disappointed? Eat a donut. Well, not always donuts, but something sweet, or maybe just a good hunk of sourdough bread and butter. I was always asking myself, what do I FEEL like eating instead of what does my body need about now? I miss the feelings of wanting to eat things. Food has been a huge part of my life after being raised in a gigantic Italian family. Strange thing is, I never had a weight problem. Just these recent health issues.

Channing - glad JoJo is better! I know what you mean about not being ready for summer. I actually went and purchased a month's supply of unlimited tanning sessions! Just so I could be ready for Florida. Am I pathetic or what?

Praline! Glad to see you too. Have fun with the kiddies and I'm hoping you post tomorrow

Tracy

ps - I still have this picture I'd love to post of my DD12 with her princess costume, but I haven't figured how. It may be the last photo we will ever be able to take of her wearing it. So sad to see the passing of an era in their lives. I'll try to post it again.

 

[Lives4Disney]

I am ALMOST totally packed and I am feeling better about things today. I tried on different outfits and had my kids tell me what they thought.....they got a little too honest. I have a top that is kind of cute....navy blue with teeny white polka dots and it ties in a bow on the side, had it with some light khaki bermuda type walking shorts.....well, the girls liked it, but DS17 said it looks "Amish". Or rather I looked Amish. I said I bought it at GAP...they dont sell Amish stuff...it has buttons and elastic.......DS (my smarty pantsmouth) says Great Amish People. (GAP) Then I tried on a different kind of floral 3/4 slv top....the girls said it's 'Hawaiian"....DS liked it. Then after all my try ons they labeled me Hawawmish. OK, if kids won't make ya self conscious who will? Does anybody but my kids have the Weird Al, "Livin in an Amish Paradise"??

Here's a silly link to it on YouTube....my son was so into Weird Al a few yrs ago. It is pretty funny. I just listened to it for the first time in a couple years....cracking up here.....ok if anybody out there is Amish...no disrespect meant. All in good fun.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsfVw9xxoNY

Happy day!

 

[DisneyMomx7]

One of my older ds's has that cd. He also had the Hannukah one too.

You are not alone!