January 2009. . . Calling all Snowbirds ~ Part IV !!!

[BellaSoleil]

Well we are back from dinner.... we ended up going to Smokey Bones (DS loves it there) and I ended up getting a burger and not a steak.... I could only eat about 1/2 of it and no fries... so I guess my nervous belly would have been wasted on a steak. Now I am going to get in my PJ's and watch NCIS... they are so cute.... have a good night friends!!!!!

Wendy - Please know that I am praying for you. It is okay to be nervous. G was nervous with his last surgery and he's been through quite a few in the last 2 years. You will be just fine.

 

[Mndisneygirl]

Hey everyone! My best friend and I will be going from Jan. 12-21st. It's my first time going in January and her first time going ever! It's right before I start the Disney College Program We'll be staying at the POP which looks awesome

That sounds so fun! Congrats on the CP. I have to research and get my DD7 to do it in about 11 years!

Good Evening Snowbirds,

I just want to all the new Snowbirds. It seems every time Momma Snowbird posts the list, it keeps on growing!

I would like to clarify what I have written before. I was just posting what they stated in that one podcast. Never once do they give out their sources so I guess we will only know if they are correct once we start arriving down there and can confirm.

Thanks for listening to my raving. I hopefully will be better tomorrow.

Remmy

PS Remmy is only my DIS name. DD was watching Ratatouille too and she wanted this name.

I was listening to that podcast too. I can only hope it won't be crowded, but you never know. Thanks for the info on your name too! I figured it probably wasn't your real name, but I've seen enough unusual ones to never presume so. I hope your Canadian $ gets better to make the trip easier on your wallet. It must be complicated trying to budget when it changes all the time. Hang in there!!

 

[crzyred]

Thanks! I'm so excited I'm pretty sure that i'm going to have such a good time that i'll never want to leave!

I just have to say that I love your user picture thingy. Welcome aboard and good luck with the CP! I wanted to do that so bad, but money had been tight in my family and a few other things, so I never got the chance...

Well we are back from dinner.... we ended up going to Smokey Bones (DS loves it there) and I ended up getting a burger and not a steak.... I could only eat about 1/2 of it and no fries... so I guess my nervous belly would have been wasted on a steak. Now I am going to get in my PJ's and watch NCIS... they are so cute.... have a good night friends!!!!!

Thinking and praying for you tomorrow!

 

[Seewhatimesdone]

That sounds so fun! Congrats on the CP. I have to research and get my DD7 to do it in about 11 years!

Thanks! That's really funny, it's good you're planning ahead

I just have to say that I love your user picture thingy. Welcome aboard and good luck with the CP! I wanted to do that so bad, but money had been tight in my family and a few other things, so I never got the chance...



Thinking and praying for you tomorrow!

Thanks, i'm thinking about getting it tatooed on me someday (I love Neverland). Thanks for the well wishes. I'm actually doing the CP because money is tight. I'm taking a year off from school to work so I can pay for college. I want to work for Pixar someday so I figured this connection with Disney would help.

 

[sharadoc]

ME TOO! In fact, I will probably be meeting up with Sharadoc et al for the MK parade! At this exact moment .....in 7 weeks! I am so excited I will do my happy dance! woops, how'd that sneak in there? Well, better get back to it...the laundry won't do itself!

COOL - can't wait!! Only 49 days for us

 

[Jenny Wren]

46 more days here. Was really excited until I talked to my sister-in-law today and told her about our upcoming trip and how we were nervous about flying. She looked at me and told me that she has been having nightmares about a plane crashing, great I said, great. Why would she have to go and say something like that at this stage of the game. She never knew prior to today that we were even going, she had been dreaming this for the past several months now. I could never tell someone that.

Needless to say, I'm a tad bit frustrated about her actions.

 

[Mndisneygirl]

Yeah, I can see why!! That's awful. I guess I would have kept my mouth shut about that. Why give you something else to worry or stress about? I hope you can let it go and not let it bother you too much.

 

[MindyLuvsMickey]

Ugh! I hate when I can't sleep. Thank goodness for handheld electronics. I can surf the net and watch a movie all without leaving my bed and disturbing everyone.

I hope you all are resting peacefully.

34 more sleeps!

 

[MindyLuvsMickey]

How pathetic am I?? LOL

Checking in for the day! Didn't get much sleep but Oh well!

Almost under a month . . .

 

[Remmy]

Good Morning Snowbirds,

I think some of us were a flock of a same feather last night. I have a terrible cold and was up and down with coughing spells. It is rough when you can't receive enough sleep.

Remmy's Disney Countdown:

53 more sleeps until we are there
22 more sleeps until Christmas and my 8 days of vacation
7 1/2 more weeks until we are there

I think I like counting by weeks, it seems so much faster!

I wish everyone a happy and healthy day.

Remmy

 

[Lil'Mermaid75]

46 more days here. Was really excited until I talked to my sister-in-law today and told her about our upcoming trip and how we were nervous about flying. She looked at me and told me that she has been having nightmares about a plane crashing, great I said, great. Why would she have to go and say something like that at this stage of the game. She never knew prior to today that we were even going, she had been dreaming this for the past several months now. I could never tell someone that.

Needless to say, I'm a tad bit frustrated about her actions.

Yeah, I can see why!! That's awful. I guess I would have kept my mouth shut about that. Why give you something else to worry or stress about? I hope you can let it go and not let it bother you too much.

How horrible! I wouldn't worry too much about flying. Just think of how much FASTER you're getting to Disney!!!

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Good morning Snowbirds!

I'm feeling a little under the weather today. Nothing major, just a nasty sore throat and headache.

Everyone please remember to keep Maggied (Wendy) in your thoughts and prayers today.

 

[snykymom]

Good morning, all! Here's to Wendy, a successful surgery and a quick recovery! (OK, it's early, the toast should look more like this: ).

Look at my ticker:

1 MONTH TO GO!

 

[pamouselover]

I want Samantha Brown's job. (it would be easier if I didn't have children though.)

Me too. She has children,and from what I hear they travel with her.

QOTD:
I'd say for me a disney cruise, or visting Up of Michigan or even Henry Ford museum in Dearborn MI. Although I'd like to revist Wash DC as last trip was my first airplane ride and was a class trip. I'd also love to vist Philly someday.

Sorry I have to . No really there is a lot to see in philly.
Right now we have a world series cup!

Great QOTD! I love to travel. I enjoy the annual Caribbean cruises that my DH and I take in the winter. I enjoy traveling to Maine to visit my brother and his family. And I enjoy traveling to Central America to do mission/service work. Did I mention that I love to travel?

I am hoping to go a on a crusie to grand turk this spring.

 

[sharadoc]

Sorry I have to . No really there is a lot to see in philly.
Right now we have a world series cup!

I loved when I lived in Philadelphia. I'm out in the rural/suburbs now. There is SO much to see and do in that city. The history is awesome. The coolest part is all of the Ben Franklin stuff - there's basically a city block dedicated to him. His house was there (now it's just an outline). But there's a fantastic museum and film about him, all of his major inventions. Plus on street level, there's the original post office and print shop that he ran. Independence Hall is cool, too and the new Constitution Center is awe-inspiring. If you want to drive, there is Valley Forge park where you can see Washington's Headquarters house, and walk around the battlefields.

Plus, the food and entertainment. And so much within 2 hours in all directions - you can go to New York, Lancaster, Hershey, Gettysburg (another awe-inspiring place to visit for American History), and New Jersey shore/Atlantic City.

You'd think I worked for the tourist agency! But I do love Philly. I would absolutely recommend it.

 

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Tutto Italia

Dinner

Assaggini

Verdure, Olive "Giardiniera" e Ricotto con Basilico

Pane De Casa - with Tuscan olive oil - herb and parmesan grissini breadsticks


Appetizers


Grand Antipasto Misto - chefs selection of various appetizers and specialties, generous platter served family-style (serves two) $29

Affettati Misti - artisanal Italian Salami, prosciutto and capicollo ham with mustard fruit relish $16

Prosciutto di Parma - ham with thin slices of seasonal melon $18

Carpaccio di Manzo - Venitian style beef carpaccio with a light mustard sauce $13

Eggplant Caponata - with Sicilian olives and pine nuts, and raisins $14

Caesar Salad - romaine, olive crostini, pomodorini, and shaved parmesan $16

Fresh "Bufala" Mozzarella - vine ripened tomatoes, basil and Tuscan olive oil $15

Insalata Mista - arugula, radicchio, and endive, citrus vinaigrette $12

Galantina di Pollo - cold chicken breast rolled with prosciutto "cotto" and carrots with greens salad $14

Calamari Fritti - with spicy marinara sauce $13

Minestrone di Vedure - fresh garden vegetables and ditalini pasta soup $8

Pasta "Tutto" Italia

Bucatini Gratinati with Italian prosciutto ham, peas and parmesan cream $24

Lasagna al Forno with meat ragu, bechamel and parmesan $24

Tagliolini con Granchio, Pomodorini Alle Erbe - tagliolini pasta topped with crabmeat, sweet tomato and garlic $27

Sacchetti - pasta pillows filled with ricotta and mozzarella cheese and pomdoro sauce $25

Tagliatelle alla Primavera - tagliatelle egg pasta with zucchini, broccoli, peas, mushrooms, and tomatoes in a light cream sauce $24

Paccheri - pasta tubes calamari, green peas, garlic, herbs, and olive oil $25

Penne Caprese with crushed tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and basil $24

Cannelloni al Forno - baked with spinach, ricotta, bechamel and parmesan cheese $24

Spaghetti - veal meatballs and pomodoro sauce $24

Pesce E Carne

Fish Filet "all'acqua pazza" with clams, tomato, capers and olives $34

Salmone al forno - baked salmon filet over fagiolini beans with a fresh tomato relish $29

Branzino in Padella - striped bass filet with sweet tomatoes, zucchini and Sardinian "fregoal" $35

Costoletta Di Maiale - grilled pork chop with broccoli rabe and "mostarda di mele Campanine" $30

Petto di Pollo - over roasted chicken breast with tomatos and mozzarella, served with roasted potatoes $26

Pollo Al Mattone - roasted-pressed chicken with lemon, herbs and hot red peppers $26

Tagliata di Manzo with fennel and arugula salad $36

Contorni

Side Dishes $10 each

To complement your main course selections,
the chef has prepared a few market-fresh side dishes -- ask the server.

Desserts

Bugie/Chiacchere - Signature anise and Sambuca-flavored crisp pastry with chocolate or apricot sauces $10.00

Zuppa Inglese - trifle cake with candied fruit, vanilla cream and meringue $9.00

Gianduja - Chocolate Torta - chocolate and hazelnut torte with whipped cream and raspberry sauce $10.00

Mocha Tiramisu - mascarpone cheese, espresso coffee, savoiardi biscuits and chocolate $9.00

Cannoli - crisp pastry filled with sweet ricotta, chocolate and candied orange $12

Cinnamon Ricotta Cheesecake - pine nuts, Grappa raisins and apricot sauce $9.00

Copetta Sotto Bosco - berries, zabaglione cream gelato and chocolate sauce $14.00

Gelati and Sorbetti $8.00

Flavors:

Gelati - zabaglione, pistacchio, and Gianduja chocolate

Sorbetti - Melograno-Pomegranate, chocolate, blood orange and lemon

Beverages

Espressso Coffee $3.50

Double Espresso $5.95

Caffe Americano $2.95

Cappuccino $4.95

Infusions and Tea $4.50

Cappuccino "alla panna" $5.95

Caffe Freddo $4.50

Iced Tea with mint and orange $4.50

Mineral Waters - Pellegrino or Panna $5.00/$6.50

Fresh Lemonade $4.50

Melograno Splash - pomegranate juice, ice and soda $4.50

Soda $3.00

Aranciata, Limonata $4.50

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Kids Menu

All Meals Include 1% Milk, Bottled Water or Juice (soft drink available upon request)

Appetizers

Seasonal Fruit Cocktail $6.00

Mixed Green Salad $6.00

Mozzarella Sticks $6.00

Entrees

Pizzetta - with mozzarella and tomatoes $9.50

Spaghetti - with meatballs and parmesan $9.50

Panino Sandwich - with Parma Cotto ham, fontina cheese, and tomato $9.50

Penne with pomodoro sauce $9.50

Desserts

Italian Gelato Sundae - Chocolate sauce and banana $5.00

Italian Gelato or Sorbetti $5.00

Cannoli filled with sweet ricotta $5.00

Beverages

Milk or Chocolate Milk $2.50

Orange Juice $2.50

Soda $2.50

 

[Pluto_fan]

Good Morning Snowbirds!

Sending pixie dust to Wendy ...praying that everything goes smoothly and recovery is quick!

to the new Snowbirds!

QOTD...or rather, question of yesterday, I'm just late...well, now I want to go to Philadelphia! Really, it's only 2 or 3 hours from here so it wouldn't be that difficult. Beyond that...anywhere! We love to travel also. Beaches, mountains, cities, rural, cruises, domestic or international, you name it. (not that we've been all those places, but we'd like to go.) DH is military (hence our upcoming stay at SOG!) so we've had the opportunity to live in both Europe and Asia and enjoyed traveling around there. Of places we haven't been, probably at the top of my list would be Australia (after Philly, of course!). We looked into it when we lived in Korea, but it's hardly any closer to Australia from Korea than from California...who knew?

 

[Dancegrl624]

Good morning. My thoughts and prayers go out to maggied today on her surgery.

I can't believe how close we're all getting to our trips! It's so exciting! I'm at 52 days and that's amazing. It seems like just yesterday that I was celebrating being in double digits.

 

[CrystalCastle]

Good morning Snowbirds!!! Long time, no post! Been super busy here but I do try to get in and read what's going on with my fellow January travelers.

I had some airline drama yesterday. I found out my nighttime flight was changed to a daytime one! Yikes, that can't happen! I totally lost it! I've been so stressed and tired lately and I really felt bad for the person at Delta that they had to deal with me. I was polite but on the verge of tears. They really couldn't find me a better flight. The flight that was canceled was their only night flight out of that airport. So after I cleared my head I remembered that I live near MANY airports (duh!). So I checked LAX and sure enough they not only had a night flight but it was non-stop!

Called Delta back and they switched me to that one and I got a $95 voucher towards another trip within the next year! Plus this one lands about 3 hours sooner so that is more time in WDW for me!!

I can't wait for this vacation! I really need a break even if I'm going to run a marathon, it has to be more relaxing than things are now!

 

[jenjolt]

Good morning Snowbirds!

I'm feeling a little under the weather today. Nothing major, just a nasty sore throat and headache.

Everyone please remember to keep Maggied (Wendy) in your thoughts and prayers today.

Shelly I hope you get to feeling better! I'm just getting over the headache and sore throat thing.
I'm doing better now that I'm on antibiotics...still a bit headachy, but at least the kidneys are hurting as bad as they were..which is a very good thing. Just have to keep chugging that water and drinking some cranberry stuff LOL!!!