It was to be a SURPRISE trip, but I blew it May 2012 PTR (New May 9 )

[Queenofallthings]

I can't wait to see the packing cubes! I am about a month out from my trip so I guess I need to start dragging out the suitcases soon!

Isn't it just the best when the suitcases come out? I love it!

I really like those packing cubes. They would be great for my kids when they go to beach camp to help them keep organized for the week.

It's funny you say that Amy because Jasmine said "boy I wish you had those when I went on the cruise" It was her first time away for a week without me so she found it a bit of a challenge. She did great tho!

Those packing cubes are so cool!!
Where did you get them?
I usually pack my things in big zip lock bags!! Like underwear and bras... I don't want any handlers rifling through things if the TSA goes through and it's always my bag that gets picked!! lol

Debbie

I ordered them off the shopping channel. My sister called there last week to see when Hey's would be on again and it's June 2! Check it out....this was the showstopper of the day that day but sometimes they have them even if they aren't the showstopper!

I spend so much time organizing everything and then when I open up the suitcases its a shambles....I love these!

I have packing cubes and love them. It makes everything fit better into the suitcase. I used one each for my clothes, the girl's clothes, and dh's clothes. One for swimsuits; one for cold weather jic clothes (it was Dec.) They were wonderful!

Congratulations on the raise!

Couldn't agree more! Sounds like we pack exactly the same

The cubes are definitely cool!

Thanks Mary Ellen!

I am totally putting that on my shopping list. We just went on a shopping trip today and I spent way too much money (couldn't resist, I was having one of those days where everything looked good! Which is great because all too often I have those days where everything looks awful and I leave with a white tank top or something). So maybe next month!

If you find things that fit and look good you have to get them. I have no luck on most outings so when I do find stuff I love, I snap it up! Good luck with your list!

The packing cubes are a great way to keep your luggage tidy and organized! I think I can guess who made fun of you.....I live with two teenaged girls. The thing is, though, just like you said...they like it when you can find exactly what they're looking for!

Yup, you hit the nail on the head, my teen was rolling her eyes and laughing at me. She now just says "oh mother" with that pathetic look on her face Good think I love her!

 

[Queenofallthings]

I was ok up until this morning and now I have a little panic setting in. I realized last week that we haven't received our ME tags yet I called my sister and she said yup I should definitely have them by now. I called on Thursday and got the nicest young man on the phone and he confirmed that yes I should have them by now!

He called over to ME, came back on the line to confirm all my flight information and yes it was all correct so back he went to ME, then back to me. He said "there was a bit of a glitch with your ME but it will be going to the printer tonight and will be UPS'd to you tomorrow (Friday May 4). Ok, great thought I would have it by Monday...then Tuesday came and still nothing.

We've become spoiled with using ME and I know it's not that big of deal to go and get our luggage ourselves if they don't arrive but it shaves off previous DTD time of ours

Keep your fingers crossed for me that they arrive before we leave

 

[dawnbu40]

It's so stressful when things don't go smoothly! There have been many issues with ME lately but if your tags don't come here is all you do...

when you arrive at MCO just go to the ME desk and give them the "reciepts" you'll get when you check your bags. They can use that to find your bags and take them to your resort. This is very commonplace and it'll be much easier than finding them and lugging them yourself!

 

[shan23877]

UUUggghhh. I sure hope that they get there! We had to stop for MiL's luggage last trip and I was shocked at how much time we wasted in the airport. I'm too impatient to get to Disney to stand around the airport!

 

[MEK]

Call again if you don't get it today. The same thing happened to another DISer who had to request it two or three times and finally got it like - the day before!

 

[IheartDDuck]

I hadn't commented on it before, but I love your packing cubes! Mine are just black and boring, but your's are too cute. I don't know what I did without mine before.

I would have been a little worried to. Although, I haven't taken ME in years where they've picked up my luggage, so I don't know what that feels like. Hahaha.

 

[teekathepony]

Yikes! I hope the ME tags come in for you really soon! I'm sure it will all go well.
In 2008 when I took DH on his first trip, our TA was really lax and didn't get us our stuff until the last minute. We had to go into the agency 2 days before we were set to leave to pick up our package (tickets, ME info, everything!) because we hadn't heard anything from her! Turned out she was on vacation! The other agents were just shocked that she hadn't gotten it to us yet. And then we found out there was a problem -- DH wasn't scheduled for ME! They called and got things arranged for us but of course we had no tags. We just had to explain to the cm at the ME counter what had happened and describe DH's luggage and assure them that it had a tag on it with his name and address. They still picked it up and delivered it for us no problem. So there you go, worst case scenario, you can still get them to pick it up for you! I completely understand not wanting to miss DTD time!

 

[kansasdisneygal]

Oh no! I really hope that your ME tags come in time!! I admit we have been spoiled also with the lovely bag service that Disney offers. If its on UPS shouldn't you be able to track your package on their website?? Just an idea! I have no idea how long packages take to get from Florida to Canada? But I think they have a time estimator also on the UPS site.

 

[klacey1]

Eeek, I'd definitely be giving them another call! I'd be totally annoyed to have to wait for my luggage! Plus, I'd be worried about being turned away from the buses without the booklet!

 

[Queenofallthings]

It's so stressful when things don't go smoothly! There have been many issues with ME lately but if your tags don't come here is all you do...

when you arrive at MCO just go to the ME desk and give them the "reciepts" you'll get when you check your bags. They can use that to find your bags and take them to your resort. This is very commonplace and it'll be much easier than finding them and lugging them yourself!

It sure is stressful! Thank you so much for that information! I am still wondering what the "glitch" was but was afraid to ask!

UUUggghhh. I sure hope that they get there! We had to stop for MiL's luggage last trip and I was shocked at how much time we wasted in the airport. I'm too impatient to get to Disney to stand around the airport!

Thanks hon I thought the same thing when we went in jan 2010....all I kept thinking was how much easier it is when ME gets your bags!

Call again if you don't get it today. The same thing happened to another DISer who had to request it two or three times and finally got it like - the day before!

Will do Mary Ellen...thanks Oh goodness....I would be looking like this if it was the da before

I hadn't commented on it before, but I love your packing cubes! Mine are just black and boring, but your's are too cute. I don't know what I did without mine before.

I would have been a little worried to. Although, I haven't taken ME in years where they've picked up my luggage, so I don't know what that feels like. Hahaha.

Thanks Hon I actually was ordering the black and Jasmine said no way let's get something pretty....I of course was thinking this colour would show scuffs etc but I got the turquoise!

Yikes! I hope the ME tags come in for you really soon! I'm sure it will all go well.
In 2008 when I took DH on his first trip, our TA was really lax and didn't get us our stuff until the last minute. We had to go into the agency 2 days before we were set to leave to pick up our package (tickets, ME info, everything!) because we hadn't heard anything from her! Turned out she was on vacation! The other agents were just shocked that she hadn't gotten it to us yet. And then we found out there was a problem -- DH wasn't scheduled for ME! They called and got things arranged for us but of course we had no tags. We just had to explain to the cm at the ME counter what had happened and describe DH's luggage and assure them that it had a tag on it with his name and address. They still picked it up and delivered it for us no problem. So there you go, worst case scenario, you can still get them to pick it up for you! I completely understand not wanting to miss DTD time!

I have faith they will get here but I'm keeping my fingers crossed anyways! That is great to here! Our first trip with DVC they didn't have my BIL registered to stay with us....we had a good laugh at that.....they got it fixed up right away!

Oh no! I really hope that your ME tags come in time!! I admit we have been spoiled also with the lovely bag service that Disney offers. If its on UPS shouldn't you be able to track your package on their website?? Just an idea! I have no idea how long packages take to get from Florida to Canada? But I think they have a time estimator also on the UPS site.

I never thought to track it! Thanks....guess I have too much else on my mind to think logically

Eeek, I'd definitely be giving them another call! I'd be totally annoyed to have to wait for my luggage! Plus, I'd be worried about being turned away from the buses without the booklet!

Hey chicky....looks like you had a great time away with your girlfriends Did you see the picture? I think I posted it on my TR...I forgot to email it to you! I will get her to do it tonight for sure!

Good point about the buses...I will have to call if they don't get here and ask about that! Thanks Kylie!

 

[Queenofallthings]

SINGLE DIGIT DANCING DAYOk, my friends, the day is finally here where we can dance dance dance

Can you believe that my ME just arrived!!!!!! I have the tags, the booklet and they are right!!!! Gosh it's real when the Mickey Mail arrives!! I am off to work in a little bit but had to pop on here first!

 

[dawnbu40]

I'm so glad your documents arrived. You can get by without them but this is so much easier for you!

for Single Digits!



Ii'm happy to join in the dancing!

 

[teekathepony]

YAY for ME arriving!



YAYYYYYYY for single digits!

 

[pkondz]

SINGLE DIGIT DANCING DAYOk, my friends, the day is finally here where we can dance dance dance

Can you believe that my ME just arrived!!!!!! I have the tags, the booklet and they are right!!!! Gosh it's real when the Mickey Mail arrives!! I am off to work in a little bit but had to pop on here first!

Woo!!! I don't know how you're going to get through the day, knowing those puppies are at home waiting for you!

 

[kansasdisneygal]

WOHOO!!! for ME arriving on time!!!

I'm excited to join you with your dance party!!!

 

[Grumpy's Wife]

SINGLE DIGIT DANCING DAYOk, my friends, the day is finally here where we can dance dance dance

Can you believe that my ME just arrived!!!!!! I have the tags, the booklet and they are right!!!! Gosh it's real when the Mickey Mail arrives!! I am off to work in a little bit but had to pop on here first!

I like to dance, so let's get the party started.

Mickey mail is the best. So glad you got the Magical Express info in time.

 

[Queenofallthings]

I'm so glad your documents arrived. You can get by without them but this is so much easier for you!

for Single Digits!



Ii'm happy to join in the dancing!

Thanks Dawn and you're right...it just is so much easier this way!

Glad you're here dancing with us

YAY for ME arriving!



YAYYYYYYY for single digits!

Two great things in one day!

Woo!!! I don't know how you're going to get through the day, knowing those puppies are at home waiting for you!

I did it...I made it through the day

WOHOO!!! for ME arriving on time!!!

I'm excited to join you with your dance party!!!

Thanks Glad you're here to dance too!

I like to dance, so let's get the party started.

Mickey mail is the best. So glad you got the Magical Express info in time.

Me too .... move it shake it celebrate it Ok...I'm good now!

It is the best and this little envelope will be the only one that I am receiving this year because we booked room only so I'm over the moon with this one!

 

[declansdad]

Jealous.........and happy to live vicariously through your pictures when you return.

 

[CanadianWDWfan]

I didn't see until today that you were waiting for your ME tags...glad you got them!
I got mine yesterday...the UPS truck pulled up and my DMom ran out saying "I hope that envelope is from Disney!" The guy smiled and nodded.

I'm very happy they came in time for both of us.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!

 

[MEK]

So glad your documents arrived without you having to call! Yeah for single digit dancing. I am under 30 day dancing!

In fact, this summer a little panic started to set in because all of my weekends leading up to my trip are so busy. I told myself "breathe".