Life is too short for self-hatred and celery sticks: final update 12/29, p.98

[rentayenta]

Of course the confusing thing is that at Disneyland and Disneyland Paris, Star Tours really is in Tomorrowland and opposite Buzz Lightyear. I am forever getting confused between the different parks.

Corinna

Me too! The Tomorrowlands at MK and Disneyland couldn't be more different yet I'm always forgetting where I'm at. There are moments I really think I'm at Disneyland. ​

WOW! You guys had hit a lot by the time I met up with you! I loved your family, great group of kids...maybe they can let Mary Ellen's son know I'm not some creepy internet lady. I really do hope we can hook our gangs up at some point, I know they'd hit it off.

Fun update

We hustle girl. The park was empty. Does her son think you're a crazy Internet lady? My kids know I'm a crazy Disney Internet mom. They can't believe there are so many of us.

It would be so fun to all do a cruise or something where they are all captive and we can chill and do some of those fun tastings.​

 

[pooh'smate]

Your almost to the double digits dance. Is Lexi so excited?

Last trip? Does he know who he's married to? I hope you extended it though.

I carried the bamboo on. No issues.​

We are almost at double digits!!!! Lexi doesn't know yet we are going to tell her for her birthday. We did extend it and we got a GREAT deal on airfair $83 down/$88 back (including all fees and taxes) on SW so no baggage fees either. I may have to buy myself a bamboo too.

 

[rentayenta]

We are almost at double digits!!!! Lexi doesn't know yet we are going to tell her for her birthday. We did extend it and we got a GREAT deal on airfair $83 down/$88 back (including all fees and taxes) on SW so no baggage fees either. I may have to buy myself a baboo too.

You still haven't told her? Are you going to burst?


Those are great flight prices. I love SW. You just can't beat two free 50 lb bags. Last trip we didn't need 10 bags so I stuffed a bag inside one of the suitcases as I'd need an extra on the way home and it worked out perfectly.​

 

[franandaj]

OK, I'm going to have to give you the short version. I woke up thinking, "why didn't she respond to my reply?" And then I went back and looked for my reply an I never posted it!

I had a huge reply written up with quotes and pictures, so I figured that if I went out to my computer, I could just copy it and repaste and reply. However, when I got to the living room, my cat was sitting on the keyboard and she made the screen all wonky! I had to restart, so now I need to remember what all I said.

I have that little black Mickey dress. I bought it at the store across from Indiana Jones ride a while back, still haven't worn it yet. I might wear it with a tank top underneath.

I loved the Boma Coma pictures. (I was waaaay behind), I forget what else other than you wear me out with the way you and your family get around! I'll try to be more prompt in posting next time!

 

[rentayenta]

OK, I'm going to have to give you the short version. I woke up thinking, "why didn't she respond to my reply?" And then I went back and looked for my reply an I never posted it!

I had a huge reply written up with quotes and pictures, so I figured that if I went out to my computer, I could just copy it and repaste and reply. However, when I got to the living room, my cat was sitting on the keyboard and she made the screen all wonky! I had to restart, so now I need to remember what all I said.

I have that little black Mickey dress. I bought it at the store across from Indiana Jones ride a while back, still haven't worn it yet. I might wear it with a tank top underneath.

I loved the Boma Coma pictures. (I was waaaay behind), I forget what else other than you wear me out with the way you and your family get around! I'll try to be more prompt in posting next time!

Dang, I love quotes and pictures. I feel ripped off.

You have that black Mickey dress? It's so so cute. I could kick myself for not buying it still.

I know, we do get a lot done. It doesn't feel rushed though in the midst of it if that makes sense. I figure it won't always be that way. I feel like I need a vacation after 12 days at WDW that's for sure but at the time, I feel good. I think its pure adrenaline. I'm hoping I feel somewhat more rested after the cruise.

Glad you finally posted. ​

 

[eandesmom]

We hustle girl. The park was empty. Does her son think you're a crazy Internet lady? My kids know I'm a crazy Disney Internet mom. They can't believe there are so many of us.

Apparently, even though it was our 2nd trip together

It would be so fun to all do a cruise or something where they are all captive and we can chill and do some of those fun tastings.

that would be really fun!

Jeff isn't so into the tasting thing but he does love some of the ships history/design tours. And of course hanging by the pool!!!!!!!!!!

 

[rentayenta]

Apparently, even though it was our 2nd trip together

Thats hilarious. Maybe once you meet him he'll realize you're not demented. What I don't get is that my kids make fun of me but they'll follow anyone on Twitter who has similar interests. The worst thing that can happen here is we all go broke meeting at WDW. Much less risk than Twitter, FB, etc etc....we were dorks before it was cool.​

that would be really fun!

Jeff isn't so into the tasting thing but he does love some of the ships history/design tours. And of course hanging by the pool!!!!!!!!!!

Michael doesn't know what he's into so he won't care what we do. He'll be happy to have a friend. A friend who drinks beer. A friend who drinks beer by the pool and goes to the gym. Or runs. He runs too. A friend who can commiserate although I have a feeling Jeff is more forgiving with regard to your Disneyness. ​

 

[eandesmom]

Thats hilarious. Maybe once you meet him he'll realize you're not demented. What I don't get is that my kids make fun of me but they'll follow anyone on Twitter who has similar interests. The worst thing that can happen here is we all go broke meeting at WDW. Much less risk than Twitter, FB, etc etc....we were dorks before it was cool.​

Yes, much bigger financial implications for us that's SO true!

Michael doesn't know what he's into so he won't care what we do. He'll be happy to have a friend. A friend who drinks beer. A friend who drinks beer by the pool and goes to the gym. Or runs. He runs too. A friend who can commiserate although I have a feeling Jeff is more forgiving with regard to your Disneyness. ​

Jeff does all those things! And cycles and pretty much most things outdoors and don't forget margaritas and rum drinks.

Jeff would be thrilled to have a friend too!

Jeff is a bit unpredictable on the Disneyness but in general he's awfully indulgent all things considered.

 

[rentayenta]

Yes, much bigger financial implications for us that's SO true!


Jeff does all those things! And cycles and pretty much most things outdoors and don't forget margaritas and rum drinks.

Jeff would be thrilled to have a friend too!

Jeff is a bit unpredictable on the Disneyness but in general he's awfully indulgent all things considered.

Sorry friend, I thought I replied and then realized you didn't reply.....

I could never forget margaritas and rum drinks. Michael cycles too, triathlete, so I'm sure they'll have loads in common. I'm always up for a decent hike or swim, any water activity really. I'm not a big runner though. I feel like my heart is going to snap out of my chest, I can speed walk like the dickens though.

Gabby is now saying she wants to take a trip with her friends for graduation. I'm not sure how I feel about that right now. I want to go on a Disney cruise for her graduation. Maybe I can so that and then throw a little girls' trip her way? It certainly won't be like my HS grad trip to Mazatlan.​

 

[Turbanator]

Awesome pics rentayenta

 

[rentayenta]

Awesome pics rentayenta

Thanks! I can't tell if I'm putting people to sleep so thanks for posting. ​

 

[kaoden39]

I wanted to pass on that real progress is finally being made on the rebuild.


This is the view from the garage door. Loren was in the bottom floor room and Scotty's and my heads were next to the wall on the upper floor.



This was where our front door had been.



And for your viewing pleasure one of the wandering birds from the neighborhood we are staying in right now.


Scotty does duathlons. Or he did until he lost all of his bicycles. Hopefully by next week I will be able to get him on a bike again. It has been really rough for him to be away from the bicycle.

 

[PrincessInOz]

Nice to see progress, Michele. Thanks for sharing.

 

[rentayenta]

I hope he gets on a bike soon too Michele. That bird is gorgeous. Does it just roam around?

Glad to see some progress too. I know a new home will never take away the pain of what happened but you're all safe and sound and will have a beautiful new home to enjoy very soon. ​

 

[eandesmom]

Sorry friend, I thought I replied and then realized you didn't reply.....

Hey, that's my line!

I could never forget margaritas and rum drinks. Michael cycles too, triathlete, so I'm sure they'll have loads in common. I'm always up for a decent hike or swim, any water activity really. I'm not a big runner though. I feel like my heart is going to snap out of my chest, I can speed walk like the dickens though.

Oh I can relate. Unfortunately I am being "forced" into running for a variety of reasons. I've gone through my stages of grief and denial and am now in the acceptance phase. Long story......

I suck at it though!

Although I had a VERY amusing thing happen on tonight's run.

I have Zero concerns about those two hitting it off. zero. M is far more outgoing but Jeff adapts pretty darn well.

Gabby is now saying she wants to take a trip with her friends for graduation. I'm not sure how I feel about that right now. I want to go on a Disney cruise for her graduation. Maybe I can so that and then throw a little girls' trip her way? It certainly won't be like my HS grad trip to Mazatlan.

Nice! I did a road trip to San Fran with my bestie, I can understand wanting a bit of both...friends trip and family last hurrah.

God though I will be a basket case if my kids do a trip like that, I think about it now...2 18yr old girls, crappy car, pre-cell phone....driving in peak CA heat...

And yes we did have a car breakdown...

I wouldn't trade that trip for the world but wow, cannot stomach the idea as a parent. Thank god for cell phones!!!!

 

[kaoden39]

Nice to see progress, Michele. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you. I wanted to make sure I shared with you all.

I hope he gets on a bike soon too Michele. That bird is gorgeous. Does it just roam around?

Glad to see some progress too. I know a new home will never take away the pain of what happened but you're all safe and sound and will have a beautiful new home to enjoy very soon. ​

Jenny,

The progress of seeing it all being cleared away has been medicine to us all. Now the squatters that were living in there are gone at least. That is just one of many peacocks that live in the area. There was a woman that had them as pets years ago here in town. When she died and her will was read she had left all of her property to the city and the Girls Scouts. But only if the peacocks were allowed to live and roam freely. So this neighborhood is a wild preserve.

I am now in the process of picking things out. I am deciding on cabinets. I believe that I want white cabinets, with a sandy colored granite counter tops with the walls being a medium light aqua color. Giving it an all over beachy feel. Any thoughts?

 

[rentayenta]

Sorry I am such a slacker girls. M is traveling so I'm solo parenting. I don't even have Gabby here to help. ​

Hey, that's my line!

Its a very good line. ​

Oh I can relate. Unfortunately I am being "forced" into running for a variety of reasons. I've gone through my stages of grief and denial and am now in the acceptance phase. Long story......

Do tell. I hope it's nothing serious but I'd love to hear how you stay motivated.​

I suck at it though!

Although I had a VERY amusing thing happen on tonight's run.

What happened on your run?​

I have Zero concerns about those two hitting it off. zero. M is far more outgoing but Jeff adapts pretty darn well.

M is social once you know him if that makes sense. I am by far the most outgoing of the two of us. Or maybe I should say, I make 99% of the effort. Once plans are set, he's fine to show up and engage. ​

Nice! I did a road trip to San Fran with my bestie, I can understand wanting a bit of both...friends trip and family last hurrah.

God though I will be a basket case if my kids do a trip like that, I think about it now...2 18yr old girls, crappy car, pre-cell phone....driving in peak CA heat...

I agree, it's sort of freaking me out. I already know she's going to ask to road trip to CO next summer or this Spring Break. We did it and lived but I swear it was a lot more mellow when we were kids.

Hopefully we can do the cruise and she can do a little Spring Break trip with her friends her senior year.​

And yes we did have a car breakdown...

I wouldn't trade that trip for the world but wow, cannot stomach the idea as a parent. Thank god for cell phones!!!!

You did? Did your folks flip?

And thank G-d for cell phones. Except when no answers theirs. Seriously all 5 of us have one and the only who to consistently answer or know where hers is is Gabby.​

Thank you. I wanted to make sure I shared with you all.



Jenny,

The progress of seeing it all being cleared away has been medicine to us all. Now the squatters that were living in there are gone at least. That is just one of many peacocks that live in the area. There was a woman that had them as pets years ago here in town. When she died and her will was read she had left all of her property to the city and the Girls Scouts. But only if the peacocks were allowed to live and roam freely. So this neighborhood is a wild preserve.

I am now in the process of picking things out. I am deciding on cabinets. I believe that I want white cabinets, with a sandy colored granite counter tops with the walls being a medium light aqua color. Giving it an all over beachy feel. Any thoughts?

I am so happy Michele that the healing process is beginning. I know it was such a terrible loss.


Your colors sounds great. We have a nautical/beachy feel to our living room. We used a darker blue, navy, though for some accent walls and our main color is a sandy taupe. I'll have to post a pic. I think there is one a few pages back.

I bet you're having fun picking everything out. ​

 

[franandaj]

Michele, I'm glad things are progressing. That's got to be somewhat of a good feeling.

Hang in there Jenny!

 

[rentayenta]

Michele, I'm glad things are progressing. That's got to be somewhat of a good feeling.

Hang in there Jenny!

I'm good though though I think I'd be better if Michael would stop sending me beach photos from the shoot in Mantauk; yacht club, beaches, etc.... I suppose it's my fault for asking. I did send him one back of the neighbors tractor. And one of chicken poop.​

 

[rentayenta]

I'm not going to apologize for the delay in updates. Its summer. We're all in the same boat.

All of the following photos were taken with my cell phone. You can practically see the steam radiate off of some of them, it was HOT today.

After Splash, we were starving. The plan was to go back to the villa and make lunch but as you all know I love Tony's. Lady and the Tramp is my favorite Disney movie. The decor is so great and we like the food. It's not great but it's good and it's better than cooking. My family enjoys Tony's a lot. The service is always good and they don't get all wigged out about older kids ordering off the kids' menu or sharing entrees. They're very chill.

I walked up and there was maybe a 10 minute wait which was perfect as it gave us time to wonder around inside and check things out. I like the little photography store right there.

At the check in podium. Are they not the cutest things ever?!

Hungry kids with the Country Bears:

Did I say I missed Gabby because I take it back. Look at her face in this photo. Beast.

We were sat within 10 minutes and got out favorite table by the fountain:

Our server was on it. We all ordered waters. It was the hottest day we had or at least it felt like it.

Gabby and Kayla shared the cannelloni:

Joshua and I shared the spaghetti and meatballs:

We also got 2 orders of calamari but I didn't get a photo.

Chloe got the mini sliders and ate every bite:

Michael got the strip steak, sorry, no photo.

Lunch was delicious and leisurely. We shared a few orders of cannoli for dessert.

We walked out of Tony's and onto Main St. People had started lining up because guess what? It was time for the parade! I swear I didn't plan it but it couldn't have worked out better.

We snagged a great seat. I can't believe we were so lucky.

Is that major pixie dust or what?

Continued in next post.... ​