Let the Memories Begin--A Mother/Son Adventure of a Lifetime!-update 8/6-17 the end!

[jeremysdisneymom]

Can't wait for the next update

Hope to have one up this weekend.

Sorry you got sick, I know another DISer that had major issues with it on a trip, I can't even imagine how difficult the whole thing would be.

It is not fun but so worth it in the end. I do get better in a day or two....

Glad you made it to the party but so sorry you got sick.

About the Casey's bathroom. I wonder if Jeremy changed his mind about the dwarves.

No, it wasn't the dwarves but another character. That child never ceases to amaze me.

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

What a nice mom! I know Jeremy was a happy boy, and I totally agree about the Florida sunshine and pools atmosphere - sometimes you just have to drop everything and enjoy soaking that in.


A new Christmas shirt, new Christmas ears (I like them!), and cookies and hot chocolate in Magic Kingdom - very fun and festive!

Too bad about the getting sick part. I'm glad it wasn't a virus or anything that went on for days. That could have sure messed up a trip!

Jeremy wore those ears everywhere we went at Christmas! They were a big hit with him.

I would love some of that Florida sunshine today. It is pretty gloomy here in Ohio.

Joining in!!!

Sounds like a great start to the trip! I love that Jeremy was so excited to be “puked out a clowns mouth!” DS9 is hoping to stay at BWV for his 10th birthday trip this fall! That slide has his name written all over it!

UGH! Poor Tom and the gallbladder! I may have mentioned this on your other TR but I had mine removed when DS9 was a just weeks old! It was AWFUL!!

OMG! You get all the excitement on your trips! Kids almost drowning, people passing out on planes! Yikes!!!

Isn’t Boardwalk lovely?! It’s just so pretty!! Great view too!! Woo hoo!!

Your afternoon by the pool sounds so nice and relaxing!

Ugh! I’m sorry you had such a hard time with the sandwich! That doesn’t sound fun at all! But, I’m glad you got better!!!

Oh!!! How I love that castle lights!!!!! So beautiful!

I must admit, DH and I enjoyed the cookies and hot chocolate at both our trips to MVMCP a lot!! So yummy!!

Gald you are here. I loved the Boardwalk. I can't wait for Tom to stay there in April. It is going to be hard to pick another resort for future trips. I loved walking over to Epcot.

The afternoon at the pool was a perfect way to start the trip.

I just love MVMCP. It really gets you in the spirit. I am going to have try two in one trip sometime in the future. That would be perfect.

Thanks! Not sure on a TR.

Glad you got to feeling better and could get to MK that night! Jeremy's new Christmas shirt and Ears!

The castle is so pretty! Can't wait to read more about the party!

Hope to have an update this weekend. The party is so much fun. The castle literally takes your breath away when you first see it decorated.

Hopefully if you don't do a trip, I can get some good advice on planning for DL when we go next year!

Ericka - thanks so much for letting me know you had started a new trip report!!

Your studio looks fabulous - and I am so going to have to stay at the Boardwalk. My girls love slides - but I wonder what they'll think of the scary clown?

I can't believe how many times we've been there at the same time - and I am so glad that we managed to finally meet this trip!

Your girls would love the Boardwalk. That entire area is so much fun. The pool is really not that scary at all either!

You will make an appearance in this report and hopefully the next one too!

I'm so sorry you were sick!! I'm worried about your reference to the bathroom at Casey's!

Hope to post an update this weekend. You don't need to worry about Casey's.

Just catching up, hurry and write more

Hope to have an update this weekend.

 

[midwest2wdw]

Joining in.
Looking forward to reading more.

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

Joining in.
Looking forward to reading more.

Glad you are here! I see you are fairly new to the Dis. This is a great place to get Disney information and a great group of people.

Hope to have an update this weekend!

 

[Poolrat]

No, it wasn't the dwarves but another character. That child never ceases to amaze me.

He didn't have another joke for Alice, did he?

 

[Sooze]

I made it!! Sorry, I have been a BAAAAAAAD Diser lately!!

I'm laughing that you had such a perfect view of the creepy clown slide! It was a definite omen for your evening. Glad you were able to feel better.

I love Jeremy's new sweatshirt! You guys picked out a good one!

 

[MEK]

Totally missed your last update. Not sure how? ugh to the bread and the lap band. It must be so hard to pick the right foods to eat when you are in Disney world. It must be a continuous challenge.

Glad you were still happy to go to the party and did you get your hair wet in the pool? That's my line, "I don't want to get my hair went".

I'm a little worried about the bathroom story!

 

[momtoccc]

I'm waiting to hear more also!!!

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

He didn't have another joke for Alice, did he?

Dear God no! I wouldn't even let him get near Alice if he wanted to after the last time.

I made it!! Sorry, I have been a BAAAAAAAD Diser lately!!

I'm laughing that you had such a perfect view of the creepy clown slide! It was a definite omen for your evening. Glad you were able to feel better.

I love Jeremy's new sweatshirt! You guys picked out a good one!

You are not a bad diser at all! I think it is just a hectic time of year. I have been on a lot lately either.

Jeremy loves that sweatshirt. He is still wearing it even though Christmas is over.

Did you check out any of the super bowl activities up your way this past week? It looked like lots of fun was being had on the news in Cincinnati.

Totally missed your last update. Not sure how? ugh to the bread and the lap band. It must be so hard to pick the right foods to eat when you are in Disney world. It must be a continuous challenge.

Glad you were still happy to go to the party and did you get your hair wet in the pool? That's my line, "I don't want to get my hair went".

I'm a little worried about the bathroom story!

It is a continuous challenge. Well worth it but can be frustrating at times.

What is it about hair and pools! We have a pool at home and honestly, my hair looks horrible every day I am in the pool as I am too lazy to fix it afterwards!

Bathroom story on the way!!

I'm waiting to hear more also!!!

Update coming within the hour!

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

November 18, continued

After Jeremy enjoyed his cookies and cocoa, he saw a group of characters he had never seen before and he was off to get in line. I love those few moments when the child comes back and see in him the love for Disney that was there the first trip we ever took. Too often, those things aren't "cool" at home and he wouldn't dare tell his friends he saw characters at Disney. I guess that is why I truly love this place!

So, did you guess who he wanted to see?

None other than Cinderella and her family! We have seen Cinderella before but not the others so even I was excited for him.

The step sisters were having quite a lot of fun with him. They thought the gingerbread ears could be eaten. They were smelling them here. The entire time Jeremy is giggling away.

There was conversation being had here. Not sure what was being said but I know it wasn't any jokes!!!

I was tempted to put this on my Christmas card but Jeremy would have killed me.

This will be the only character picture the entire trip. The next trip, I am going to bite the bullet and get in line by myself!

After meeting one princess, it was time to ride another princess's ride, Snow White.

I am not good at taking pictures in rides but I tried to get a shot of the queue line or something every time we rode so I could remember for my trip report and to share with Tom when we got home.

We headed to Frontierland to see the Tomorrowland Christmas show.

The show was cute however I wish it was in a bigger area. We could really see well until 5 minutes after the show started. People were rude and stand in front of you--a lot with children on their shoulder. Jeremy found a good place further up where he could see so I stayed back and kept an eye on him.

continued in next post...

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

After the show, Jeremy wanted to ride Astro Orbiter. Geez, this is not a favorite of mine and had it been daylight, I would have let him ride on his own. But, with it being night and I wanted to make sure he was strapped in, I decided to go on it with him.

It was getting close to parade time so we decided to head toward the hub and see if there was any spots left in Frontierland.

The hub was pure madness so we decided to head towards Frontierland through Adventureland. Oh my, Adventureland was deserted. However, Frontierland was just as bad as Main Street. The parade was starting so we decided to skip it at this point and ride some Magic Carpets.

There was no one riding the carpets. The ride operator literally would stop the ride for anyone who wanted to get off and then start it right back up. Jeremy loved it and I think we rode it 4-5 times.

Jeremy and I were getting hungry so we thought it would be a good time to eat since so many people were watching the parades so off to Casey's we go. Jeremy found us a great table near the rail so we could see the fireworks later and I went and got me a hot dog and him some corn dog nuggets. This is when I learned another valuable lesson.

First, I knew better than to eat the bread after what had happened earlier so I didn't touch the bun. However, I learned that hot dogs no longer mix with my lap band, even when they are chewed VERY well. So, right as the parade had ended and everyone is heading to Casey's restroom, I get sick. Really sick....to the point I can't even talk. And there is a line to the women's restroom a mile long. Jeremy knew what was going on and I was able to make him understand to stay there and not leave under no instance. A VERY, VERY NICE cast member was close by and she could tell something was wrong with me when I started toward the restroom. I couldn't talk but she was able to understand that I needed in the bathroom now so she got me to the front in a hurry. She even waited on me and asked me once I was better if she could get me some water or anything.

I went back to the table and the Magic, Memories, and You show had began. I couldn't get very good pictures and halfway through, I was sick again. So, off to Casey's I go but luckily there was no line this time. It took one more trip after that and finally the sickness was gone.

I know this was long and probably too much information. However, if you ever have a lap band, please be aware that these things can happen at the worst possible time. However, Disney has some of the best cast members and are truly there to help you whenever you need it.

As for me, I avoided Casey's restroom the rest of the trip!

Jeremy and I enjoyed the fireworks from our table.

After the fireworks, a lot of people were starting to leave the party. We went in search of party merchandise but honestly didn't find anything we wanted.

It was starting to snow on Main Street. See Jeremy pointing up at the snow!!!

Up Next:

Will we see the second parade?
Boy, it has been a long day. What time will get back to the room?

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

A little Disney Planning Update!

I seem to find less and less time to get on the Dis as I would like lately. Work has been really crazy with year end and the auditors were in for a whole week.

Jeremy turns 10 the end of this month and we are having a Pirates of the Caribbean roller skating party. I am still trying to get everything organized for that. Plus, his cub scout blue/gold banquet is coming up this month as well along with a Father/Daughter PTO Dance I am helping plan.

To say I am exhausted is an understatement. However, I did find time to plan our vacations this year. We are heading back to Disney in April to celebrate Easter and Spring Break for 5 nights at the Boardwalk. This has been planned for several months but we decided to pay out of pocket and add 3 more nights at a moderate. I am leaning to Port Orleans but we haven't booked it yet. We may let Jeremy decide in the end. Let me know your thoughts! I am also waiting for the dessert party to open as I want to book that for this trip. And, I am going to book a Behind the Steam Trains tour! Jeremy loves trains so this is a surprise birthday gift for him. He will finally be old enough to go on this so I know he will be super excited.

In May, we are taking a long weekend and heading to a time share we own in Pigeon Forge, TN. We haven't been in years and it is a surprise end of the school year trip for Jeremy.

We are all heading to San Francisco in July for a conference I attend for a work. We are taking a few extra days for vacation and plans are to visit the Walt Disney Museum.

Now, for the big news. We will be heading back to WDW in November for Thanksgiving. We will arrive the Friday before Thanksgiving and staying until the Wednesday before Turkey Day. However, we are not heading home but................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
sailing for 4 nights on the Disney Dream to the Bahamas!!!!

 

[MeMom]

I bet this was fun. They had parties during Christmas week, but I didn't see Mike Wazowski.

There was no one riding the carpets. The ride operator literally would stop the ride for anyone who wanted to get off and then start it right back up. Jeremy loved it and I think we rode it 4-5 times.

We've done rides like this before, too. It's great to get in several rides within a few minutes without having to get off.

A little Disney Planning Update!

We are heading back to Disney in April to celebrate Easter and Spring Break for 5 nights at the Boardwalk. This has been planned for several months but we decided to pay out of pocket and add 3 more nights at a moderate. I am leaning to Port Orleans but we haven't booked it yet.


In May, we are taking a long weekend and heading to a time share we own in Pigeon Forge, TN. We haven't been in years and it is a surprise end of the school year trip for Jeremy.

We are all heading to San Francisco in July for a conference I attend for a work. We are taking a few extra days for vacation and plans are to visit the Walt Disney Museum.

Now, for the big news. We will be heading back to WDW in November for Thanksgiving. We will arrive the Friday before Thanksgiving and staying until the Wednesday before Turkey Day. However, we are not heading home but................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................
sailing for 4 nights on the Disney Dream to the Bahamas!!!!

Happy travels! Looks like it is going to be an amazing year!

 

[MEK]

Holy Triptastic Plans! Spring break, Pigeon Forge, somewhere in June (I already forget) and then Thanksgiving AND a cruise. Once you got to the cruise part I got distracted. Awesome! It's pretty great to be you right now!

I stop in Pigeon Forge briefly a couple summers ago when we drove to see my son play in a soccer tournament in Nashville. I would love to go back sometime but it was so freaking crowded. Wow! That was in July so no surprise there.

Great update, all except for the hot dog. Ugh. Another food wreaking havoc on your GI tract. I hope you were finally able to find some foods you could safely eat.

Love the picture of you and Jeremy!

 

[eandesmom]

Oh you poor thing! What a horrible experience for you. I really hope it gets better as the trip goes on, you seem to be having a great time otherwise.

I can't STAND the astrorbitor. Seriously. Any other coaster..bring it on. But that thing? AAAAAACCCCCCCK!

GREAT trip plans, how exciting!!!!

 

[Grumpy's Wife]

Wow, you've got lots of great trips planned this year.

So sorry you got sick at Disney. It was nice to hear that a cast member was there and willing to help you.

I love the picture of Jeremy with Cinderella and her family. I've never seen them all together before.

 

[DisMomAmy]

I'm sorry to hear you got sick again at the party! That must be so difficult! I'm glad there was a CM there to help you out.

Your vacation plans sound wonderful!! Too bad you'll be at Disney in early April because we'll be there later in the month!

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

Happy travels! Looks like it is going to be an amazing year!

I am looking forward to it MeMom. I had better enjoy because as it is looking there will be no WDW in 2013. We want to save our points and do 2 weeks the summer of 2014. I do plan on venturing to DL Thanksgiving 2013 so hopefully I will survive.

Holy Triptastic Plans! Spring break, Pigeon Forge, somewhere in June (I already forget) and then Thanksgiving AND a cruise. Once you got to the cruise part I got distracted. Awesome! It's pretty great to be you right now!

I stop in Pigeon Forge briefly a couple summers ago when we drove to see my son play in a soccer tournament in Nashville. I would love to go back sometime but it was so freaking crowded. Wow! That was in July so no surprise there.

Great update, all except for the hot dog. Ugh. Another food wreaking havoc on your GI tract. I hope you were finally able to find some foods you could safely eat.

Love the picture of you and Jeremy!

Thanks! I like that picture as well.

We used to go to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg all the time. It is only 4 1/2 hours from us so it was an easy drive. We haven't been since Jeremy was in kindergarten so he will be super excited to go back. We always went in April, early May so the crowds were low and the weather was usually pretty warm. Tom and I were actually married at one of the wedding chapels there 11 years ago at the end of this month.

Oh you poor thing! What a horrible experience for you. I really hope it gets better as the trip goes on, you seem to be having a great time otherwise.

I can't STAND the astrorbitor. Seriously. Any other coaster..bring it on. But that thing? AAAAAACCCCCCCK!

GREAT trip plans, how exciting!!!!

I am really looking forward to all our trips. Tom says it gets me out of my winter funk to plan these things.

Seriously, what is it about that astrorbitior. That thing literally scared me to death at night. I thought Jeremy and I was going to go flying out of it. Never again!!! Jeremy will have to ride in daytime by himself.

Wow, you've got lots of great trips planned this year.

So sorry you got sick at Disney. It was nice to hear that a cast member was there and willing to help you.

I love the picture of Jeremy with Cinderella and her family. I've never seen them all together before.

That was the first time we had seen them as well. I think that the parties may be the only time they are all together.

I'm sorry to hear you got sick again at the party! That must be so difficult! I'm glad there was a CM there to help you out.

Your vacation plans sound wonderful!! Too bad you'll be at Disney in early April because we'll be there later in the month!

I am doing better with the band. I have learned what works and what doesn't.

Wish we could be there later in the month. Would love to meet you! We only get 2 days for Spring Break anymore which is really frustrating so we will pull Jeremy out for 4 days. Plus, they always do Spring Break with Easter which is one of the most expensive times of the year to travel. I would like to have a full week and it be not near Easter. I get very frustrated as the entire school board does not have children in the school and they don't seem to get what parents want.

 

[Kat in GA]

Oh, I am sooo jealous of the cruise! How exciting. I want to stow away!

I am so sorry about your hot dog issue. We had a similiar issue in December - my oldest manages to get reflux from hot dogs - and she ate 3 corndogs one day at MK - needless to say, we were in our room the next day!

Looking forward to hearing about the rest of your trip!

(Do you know your plans for spring break yet?? We are there April 2 - 7th - and we don't have specific park plans - I am thinking we'll go to the water parks a lot - we'll see though!)

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

Excuses, excuses, excuses!!! That seems to be all I write about on this report. Boy, where does the time go anymore. This has been one of the most hectic months for us in a loooooong time. It is finally starting to settle down and I can concentrate on my Disney planning.

I have a little news on the trips front. We decided to add 3 days to our spring trip so we will now be there for 8 nights!!! We had mulled this idea for some time and was going to pay out of pocket at a moderate but decided to go ahead and stay DVC. We will be at OKW the last 3 nights unless a wait list comes through. I am not planning on that happening. However, I am trying to convince Tom to stay the last night at Beach Club since we never have. He thinks it is a pain to pick up and move but oh, the thought of stormalong bay has me still bugging him every day. Wish me luck!!!

So, with staying DVC that meant we would have less points available in November. Plus, Tom's new union contract threw a kink in those plans. Tom has a lot of comp time at work. However, their new contract limits how much of it they can take in a calendar year now. It really doesn't make sense as I think more people will start asking to be paid for overtime instead of taking comp but it means that Tom will not have enough time for our November trip as we had it planned. So, we will not be visiting Disney World before the cruise. We are mulling the idea of a day at Legoland beforehand and then the 4 night cruise, which I now officially have booked!!!

I am bummed about no Disney at Christmas. I don't think we will be going back to Disney World in 2013. We are planning to visit Disneyland that year plus I want to save points for summer of 2014 and spend 2 weeks at the world. But, who knows, I never thought I would get to go back and now I am on trip #8!!!


Finally, the end of our first day....November 18, 2011. I last left this report with Jeremy and I on Main Street watching it snow. It was getting close to the 2nd parade and I was starting to wear down. It had been a long day with no rest other than some relaxing pool time. However, Jeremy and I were both determined to see the parade so stay we would.

I was able to find Jeremy some curb space on Main Street so he could sit and I stood for the parade. We only had about a 30 minute wait so it wasn't too bad.

Now I present to you..............................................................................a Disney Christmas Parade! (Please pardon the pictures...it is time for a new camera in our house!!! Does anyone have some good suggestions? It has to be simple as I am not an avid photographer like some on the boards!)

(continued in next post--I almost lost this post so I am going to several small ones!)