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[maroo]

Fellow Soldiers, it has come to our attention that our fellow compatriot, maroo, has a secret weapon up her sleeve that will bring amazing results in the TC3 Quest for Freedom!!! Replete with coded information, ready and armed, she unveiled this most wondrous, most discombobulating, most worthy and capable instument of vacation warfare- the all-encompassing....

PIN CODE!!!!


But, you already knew that, didn't you Fellow Soldiers?! You also already knew that when you signed up for this PTR, NOTHING would stay the same, didn't you?? When maroo is on your side, who can stand against you? And who can rest in the knowledge that their vacation plans were tidily sewed up and socked away, just needing a cute little ticker (which was very difficult to make, might I add maroo!) to ticky-tock away the days and months. HA! NEVER!

Who? Me? A PIN??

By the way, folks. This was no "ordinary" PIN. I have received several PINs - mostly for a block of dates and something everyone was offered - and this will probably be released to everyone at some point. But this PIN - is special.

It covers the WHOLE YEAR.

So I have booked WL for a long weekend in December. This was 40% off! It is probably the weekend that they will have more meets (like they are this year). I will only have to take a half day off work, which is quite nice!

And of course booked this few days at the POLY in September!


Now...as for the ticker - none of our tickers work anyway...so you have a reprieve before you have to "fix" yours...And I would not work too hard on it.

But, you already knew that, didn't you Fellow Soldiers?! You also already knew that when you signed up for this PTR, NOTHING would stay the same, didn't you?? When maroo is on your side, who can stand against you? And who can rest in the knowledge that their vacation plans were tidily sewed up and socked away, just needing a cute little ticker (which was very difficult to make, might I add maroo!) to ticky-tock away the days and months. HA! NEVER!

So, maroo calls using the wireless communicator to make the all-important field call to Soldier #1 (me) on Saturday night, all in a dither, (Well, it wasn't quite that dramatic, but I do love that word) and tells me she has a PIN. I already knew, without her having to say it, that she was wondering if we should go changing our battle tactics to staying at the POLY (which is like officer's base housing vs. enlisted digs) for part of our stay. I think all the "better" outweighs the "good" of the hot tub in this case. Who can resist soft Tahitian drumming on the pathways, the view of MK from the beach, hammocks, soft sand, and Lapus right around the corner? WHO, I ASK YOU!!?

So, the new battleplan is this: (Remember, in my very first post, I told you we'd take you into our confidence, as you deemed yourselves worthy- consider yourselves highly capable and worthy compatriots!)

POR- Sat., Sept. 4th- Wed. Sept. 8th

Move to POLY Thurs., Sept., 9th- Sun., Sept. 12

NOW, here's what I originally thought I'd be posting today: Remember, last Friday, before my "weekend hiatus" (good one, Cynthia! ) I told you there'd be a big update, and change of plans?? Well, honestly NEVER, EVER, EVER in my wildest dreams did I EVER think I'd be able to stay at the POLY, EVER. I just figured I'd have to wait until Heaven to get something that wonderful.

Well, there you go. The new, improved ultra-plussed, super-sized battle plan. The only thing that could get any better is Free Dining AND the 40%. Do I need to remind you that this is still a PTR with maroo involved, don't be surprised....

You never know when this will all change again? (Although, didn't we say that this was the ultimate? Aside me really wanting DVC?) So we are there...and before the deals get released to the public. We can plan. Get our ADR's set. Good stuff, good stuff!

So, maroo calls using the wireless communicator to make the all-important field call to Soldier #1 (me) on Saturday night, all in a dither, (Well, it wasn't quite that dramatic, but I do love that word) and tells me she has a PIN. I already knew, without her having to say it, that she was wondering if we should go changing our battle tactics to staying at the POLY (which is like officer's base housing vs. enlisted digs) for part of our stay. I think all the "better" outweighs the "good" of the hot tub in this case. Who can resist soft Tahitian drumming on the pathways, the view of MK from the beach, hammocks, soft sand, and Lapus right around the corner? WHO, I ASK YOU!!?

In a dither??

You probably did not know this...and it could get me fired. I got the email on the 22nd. I didn't even see it until Saturday. But how sad is that?

However, the biggest thing we've lost, which may actually cause stress induced trauma to maroo is the lack of hot tub!! I know!! Scary!

So, we'll have to make sure there's plenty of time to hot tub time at POR before the move. Now, we'll just make sure that the water stays IN the hot tub, right, maroo?!

I had forgotten about that!

I guess they are scared of me!

You know...the hot tubs at Disney are not that hot anyway. Maybe just layign out by the pool - since it will be so warm anyway - and their water is heated in the pools - will be perfect!

NOW, here's what I originally thought I'd be posting today: Remember, last Friday, before my "weekend hiatus" (good one, Cynthia! ) I told you there'd be a big update, and change of plans?? Well, honestly NEVER, EVER, EVER in my wildest dreams did I EVER think I'd be able to stay at the POLY, EVER. I just figured I'd have to wait until Heaven to get something that wonderful. Here's what I thought I'd be telling you right now:

It turns out that the conference in Thailand doesn't start until the 18th. That's Saturday- a whole week after I'd originally planned on leaving (well almost, anyway). Basically, I have no-where to go in FL, and I'm certainly NOT going to go to meet up with my family and be alone in Bangkok for 5 days. Hmmm.... what to do, what to do?? Oh, wait, let me see, I'm at WDW. IT suddently comes to me. (Yeah, that took about 3 nano-seconds) I could check into POP for 3 nights and do a little solo time.

But, can I just bare my soul for a just a little?? Indulge me. Having 3 days all to myself brings a multitude of conflicting and weird feelings. I am an extrovert- to the max. I love people. I love being WITH people! Disney, just feels right with people. But is it only this that makes me want a touring partner?? I think not. If I were really honest with myself, I'd have to confess that being alone kind of scares me. Will I really have fun? Will I feel weird eating all alone? Can I stand it riding BTMRR all alone and not have someone to turn to and scream, "That was totally wicked!" I just don't know.

I am so torn!! Part of me says, "Do this, it will help you grow as a person", other part says, "Find someone to go with you". First off, it will help with the costs! And that's no small potatoes. But who? I did actually ask a couple of you- you know who you are... So, here's what I'm thinking... if those ladies can make it, I will be so thrilled. We can hang out, do a very relaxed pace of hanging out, (Cynthia, you know that drink card you made?? We could knock off a few more from it) see whatever I didn't from the first days, etc... But if they can't make it, then I will have to make peace with that part of me that has been lost over the years of being mom and wife.

I totally understand where you are coming from. Remember last Feb when I went with Sarah and her sister? How freaked out I was going alone?

I LOVED it! In fact...I wish I had some alone time this December. It is going to be a little strange going with 6 other people and not having a little solo time.

I walked around with the biggest GRIN on my face! The whole time. I LOVE Disney.

I enjoyed:

* riding EE as many times I wanted!
* sitting on the ground in the HUB of the Magic Kingdom after the fireworks were over. It is pretty with no one around.
* going to my room when I wanted to. If I was tired - go back. If I was up early - go for a walk.
* Eating at Biergarten. I ended up at a table full of very nice people. It was fun to be able to eat and not really be alone. Aside from that small group at the table, no one else knew I was eating alone.
* It was just nice to be able to go where I wanted to, when I wanted to.
* And I would TOTALLY go to MNSSHP - again.

One tip I would give you - Write down a "bucket" list - start it today and just keep a running list - of everything you wish you could do in Disney. Things your family may not enjoy as much as you do. Want to meet a specific character? Go take pictures at a certain resort? Ride horses at FW? You could take pictures of Hidden Mickey's to send to Steve for his website - that would be cool! Just start a list...so that if you get bored, you can pull it out and have something to go do.

After 9 days in the World - you may just want to really rest one day. Really rest. Take a book. Sit in the WS and just read.

solo is bliss to an extrovert. take it from one who lives for others.

it takes a full day to transition from having so much fun with friends and family to fully enjoying the solo time. However, once you are in the solo zone, you experience WDW in a completely different way. For instance, at Pop early in the morning or late in the evening, a walk along Hourglass Lake takes on new meaning by yourself. Thankfulness is a word that immediately comes to mind. Thankfulness for all that I have. Thankfulness for all that our Father has allowed us to enjoy.

Theme park touring is not so frenzied. You only have yourself to please. You find yourself sitting on benches and just enjoying the view and people watching. Fun places to find solace--Behind Club Cool and the Character Connection at Epcot there is an indoor hallway, there are only a few benches but its a great place to sit when it's hot and it's usually very quiet.

There is a TR by MARYPPNS that is all about her solo stay at WDW. She just finished day 1 with 4 more to go. You might want to check it out.

Yes! What he said!

 

[maroo]

So, without further anticipation, maroo and I talked at length this AM and decided that here's how we'll be spending those 5 precious TS credits and which ones we'll go with paying OOP.

Hoop do Doo (2)
'Ohana (1)
Teppan (1)
Boma (1)

OOP will be Sanaa, Cali Grill, and maybe Biergarten.

We had to drop Crystal cuz although it sounds wonderful, we just couldn't fit it in, and since one morning we'll be doing an AM EMH, we'll be getting to the park plenty early anyway. For me, it was all about getting in early, not the breakfast or the characters.

For my 5 CS credits, I'm going with: Wolfgang Puck Express or Earl's (both sound great), Pecos, Morocco, Mexico, and Col. H. House.

OOP CS will probably end up being: Casey's (once or twice)? and maybe a POR counter service breakfast??

Snacks: Goofy's Choco Rice Krispy, Minnie's Str. Bar, Dole Whip Float, Frozen Banana, and either Creme Brulee at Sunshine Seasons or Crepes from France?

So, although the Poly is wonderful, we do lose a fair amount of flexibility on the dining end of things. Luckily, all of us are on the whole quite light eaters and can do a lot of splitting (Cali Gr., Sanaa no problem!) Even if we split Teppan, we could do one more place and split, but I'll have to think on that.

I am PUMPED about Hoop De Doo! I really think it will be lots of fun with this group of ladies!

Ohana, Teppan, and Boma...

But I am sad that we are losing Crystal Palace. I will have to meet Pooh in a character line.

Cali Grill and Sanaa will be fine OOP - I joked with Liesa that I can eat at Casey's and then go to Cali Grill and just have some of those flat breads and a dessert! Yum!

WOWZERS!!!
There is so much to comment on! First off the POLY!!!!!! I'm jealous!!!! Although you do lose the FD, with splitting meals and not eating everything that comes with these meals (like dessert) you will still end up making out I think. Who needs chocolate cake with every lunch?

I still CANNOT believe that POLY doesn't have a hot tub! Can you use GFs or CRs hot tub? Who knows maybe it will be a million degrees and a hot tub might be the last thing on your mind.

I'm sad that you have revealed the rest of your ADRs. The game was really fun! Your ADRs do look really good though!

Finally 3 more days?This seems like my upcoming trip... one day added here another there... you might end up staying for 2 weeks!!!! As much as I would love to give you company, once again, I don't think it would go over too well with the DW. LOLOL I think you will have a great time by yourself!!! No one to please, make some new friends, tour at your own pace... sounds good to me!!!!

I am interested to see who comes to hang with her?

Talk about Ying and Yang!

Staying part-time at the deluxe Poly is awesome, but it does come with a price... reduced dining credits. Hmmm. I honestly can't say which I would choose...

Sounds like you're working it out to the satisfaction of all parties, though.

Congratulations on your good fortune!

Kathy

Really? Would you take FD over the Poly? Hmm.... This requires some consideration on my part.

 

[tinkgurl]

Woo! The Poly! I can't believe it doesn't have a hot tub though. They need to get on that!

 

[eandesmom]

POR- Sat., Sept. 4th- Wed. Sept. 8th

Move to POLY Thurs., Sept., 9th- Sun., Sept. 12

NOW, here's what I originally thought I'd be posting today: Remember, last Friday, before my "weekend hiatus" (good one, Cynthia! ) I told you there'd be a big update, and change of plans?? Well, honestly NEVER, EVER, EVER in my wildest dreams did I EVER think I'd be able to stay at the POLY, EVER. I just figured I'd have to wait until Heaven to get something that wonderful. Here's what I thought I'd be telling you right now:

It turns out that the conference in Thailand doesn't start until the 18th. That's Saturday- a whole week after I'd originally planned on leaving (well almost, anyway). Basically, I have no-where to go in FL, and I'm certainly NOT going to go to meet up with my family and be alone in Bangkok for 5 days. Hmmm.... what to do, what to do?? Oh, wait, let me see, I'm at WDW. IT suddently comes to me. (Yeah, that took about 3 nano-seconds) I could check into POP for 3 nights and do a little solo time.

But, can I just bare my soul for a just a little?? Indulge me. Having 3 days all to myself brings a multitude of conflicting and weird feelings. I am an extrovert- to the max. I love people. I love being WITH people! Disney, just feels right with people. But is it only this that makes me want a touring partner?? I think not. If I were really honest with myself, I'd have to confess that being alone kind of scares me. Will I really have fun? Will I feel weird eating all alone? Can I stand it riding BTMRR all alone and not have someone to turn to and scream, "That was totally wicked!" I just don't know.

I am so torn!! Part of me says, "Do this, it will help you grow as a person", other part says, "Find someone to go with you". First off, it will help with the costs! And that's no small potatoes. But who? I did actually ask a couple of you- you know who you are... So, here's what I'm thinking... if those ladies can make it, I will be so thrilled. We can hang out, do a very relaxed pace of hanging out, (Cynthia, you know that drink card you made?? We could knock off a few more from it) see whatever I didn't from the first days, etc... But if they can't make it, then I will have to make peace with that part of me that has been lost over the years of being mom and wife.

Oh I know that part, that lost part....finding it is a bit scary and intimidating.

I have thought of a solo trip myself and haven't had the nerve either. Any solo travel I've done has been for work and it's just not the same.

Extrovertitis I think.

Relaxed and just hanging out....no agenda...does sound



And just so we are clear, I will NOT be checking off every box on that drink card. even if I somehow manage to get to the world more than once next year

I will however have fun deciding which boxes to color in....

I am thinking though that you now need at least 2 more dividers!

The poly! So well deserved, I'm thrilled for you guys!!!!!!!!! Sad about the hot tub though, that's just plain odd if you ask me but hey, you will have a volcano in your pool!

solo is bliss to an extrovert. take it from one who lives for others.

it takes a full day to transition from having so much fun with friends and family to fully enjoying the solo time. However, once you are in the solo zone, you experience WDW in a completely different way. For instance, at Pop early in the morning or late in the evening, a walk along Hourglass Lake takes on new meaning by yourself. Thankfulness is a word that immediately comes to mind. Thankfulness for all that I have. Thankfulness for all that our Father has allowed us to enjoy.

Theme park touring is not so frenzied. You only have yourself to please. You find yourself sitting on benches and just enjoying the view and people watching. Fun places to find solace--Behind Club Cool and the Character Connection at Epcot there is an indoor hallway, there are only a few benches but its a great place to sit when it's hot and it's usually very quiet.

What a lovely post and so true.

With every job that must be done, there is an element of fun. Mary Poppins

Okay, so we get to luxuriate ourselves in a little slice of heaven on earth; all in a good day's Quest for Freedom. Unfortunately, this diversion will also cost us. Hence, this next update...


By changing our POR ressie WITH Free Dining to only 5 nights, we will go from having 9 credits of gastronomic delight to only 5!! This is severely limiting, I must say. There are actually 9 places I really wanted to try, and 2 are 2 TS credit places. This is now going to mean we'll be having to pay OOP for some and simply skipping several others.

Now because this has become so incredibly confusing, I'm going to put long pause into our game of Rations Drop for awhile until we make some final decisions on some things. So, I'll just tell you now, EVERYONE scored in the last round with guessing the Cantina. Yum!! I love me some combo plate- I've eaten here every trip, and have never been disappointed yet.

So, without further anticipation, maroo and I talked at length this AM and decided that here's how we'll be spending those 5 precious TS credits and which ones we'll go with paying OOP.

Hoop do Doo (2)
'Ohana (1)
Teppan (1)
Boma (1)

OOP will be Sanaa, Cali Grill, and maybe Biergarten.

We had to drop Crystal cuz although it sounds wonderful, we just couldn't fit it in, and since one morning we'll be doing an AM EMH, we'll be getting to the park plenty early anyway. For me, it was all about getting in early, not the breakfast or the characters.

For my 5 CS credits, I'm going with: Wolfgang Puck Express or Earl's (both sound great), Pecos, Morocco, Mexico, and Col. H. House.

OOP CS will probably end up being: Casey's (once or twice)? and maybe a POR counter service breakfast??

Snacks: Goofy's Choco Rice Krispy, Minnie's Str. Bar, Dole Whip Float, Frozen Banana, and either Creme Brulee at Sunshine Seasons or Crepes from France?

With as light as eaters as you say you are, this probably works out perfectly! I love your TS choices. Can you all do CP instead of Biergarten? You both seem rather sad about that one....

I really think you will enjoy your 3 solo days. And coming at the end of your stay with friends will be perfect for you since you have a bit of fear about it. Believe me when I tell you no one even notices that you are alone. I have always had no problem eating alone...and Disney was no exception...I think I even felt more comfortable!

My only suggestion would be for you NOT to plan out your 3 solo days ahead of time. What? No plans? Yes no plans ahead of time.....don't hold yourself down with plans months and weeks ahead of time. It's really freeing! Just ask yourself "what would make me happy today" and go for it! Your answers might surprise yourself.

Very good advice! Plan not to plan!

Who? Me? A PIN??

By the way, folks. This was no "ordinary" PIN. I have received several PINs - mostly for a block of dates and something everyone was offered - and this will probably be released to everyone at some point. But this PIN - is special.

It covers the WHOLE YEAR.
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I totally understand where you are coming from. Remember last Feb when I went with Sarah and her sister? How freaked out I was going alone?

I LOVED it! In fact...I wish I had some alone time this December. It is going to be a little strange going with 6 other people and not having a little solo time.

I walked around with the biggest GRIN on my face! The whole time. I LOVE Disney.

I enjoyed:

* riding EE as many times I wanted!
* sitting on the ground in the HUB of the Magic Kingdom after the fireworks were over. It is pretty with no one around.
* going to my room when I wanted to. If I was tired - go back. If I was up early - go for a walk.
* Eating at Biergarten. I ended up at a table full of very nice people. It was fun to be able to eat and not really be alone. Aside from that small group at the table, no one else knew I was eating alone.
* It was just nice to be able to go where I wanted to, when I wanted to.
* And I would TOTALLY go to MNSSHP - again.

One tip I would give you - Write down a "bucket" list - start it today and just keep a running list - of everything you wish you could do in Disney. Things your family may not enjoy as much as you do. Want to meet a specific character? Go take pictures at a certain resort? Ride horses at FW? You could take pictures of Hidden Mickey's to send to Steve for his website - that would be cool! Just start a list...so that if you get bored, you can pull it out and have something to go do.

After 9 days in the World - you may just want to really rest one day. Really rest. Take a book. Sit in the WS and just read. :cloud9

The whole year?

WOW!

What a great list Maroo!

 

[ExpatDisneyLover]

More greetings from Central Asia!

I just happened to be disboard surfing - ok yes we might call it an addiction! And there was your PTR right at the top! Ok I am dancing a zillion dances in celebration - the POLY - you are going to have a fabulous time! A little down home southern charm POR style followed by Hawaiian happiness at the Poly!!! I look forward to seeing more surprises as they unfold - you will have a great trip! And enjoy that solo time - I am thinking - "hey" if I have to travel to the States anyway - why not do a transatlantic Disney cruise!!?? Haven't booked it yet but I am stoked and brushing up on my research! What is a fish extender??? The results of my research - apparently lots of people do Disney solo and really enjoy it! Have a great time!

 

[winkers]

The Poly!!!

 

[maroo]

More greetings from Central Asia!

I just happened to be disboard surfing - ok yes we might call it an addiction! And there was your PTR right at the top! Ok I am dancing a zillion dances in celebration - the POLY - you are going to have a fabulous time! A little down home southern charm POR style followed by Hawaiian happiness at the Poly!!! I look forward to seeing more surprises as they unfold - you will have a great trip! And enjoy that solo time - I am thinking - "hey" if I have to travel to the States anyway - why not do a transatlantic Disney cruise!!?? Haven't booked it yet but I am stoked and brushing up on my research! What is a fish extender??? The results of my research - apparently lots of people do Disney solo and really enjoy it! Have a great time!

Oh...that sounds WONDERFUL...a Transatlantic Cruise...

And I just read your whole TR! Enjoyed it! Great pics - good times!

The Poly!!!

Woo Hoo!!

 

[All7OfUs]

OH, you know I'll cheer at the thought of the Poly!! That is fabulous news.

I wish your trip was in the summer. I'd jump right in and offer to join your solo time. Unfortunately, I think my principal would have something to say!

Yeah, s/he probably would, unfortunately! Bummer, it'd be fun to have some company, at least for a meal or two. I think we're going to have a fabulous time there!

WOWZERS!!!
There is so much to comment on! First off the POLY!!!!!! I'm jealous!!!! Although you do lose the FD, with splitting meals and not eating everything that comes with these meals (like dessert) you will still end up making out I think. Who needs chocolate cake with every lunch?

I still CANNOT believe that POLY doesn't have a hot tub! Can you use GFs or CRs hot tub? Who knows maybe it will be a million degrees and a hot tub might be the last thing on your mind.

I'm sad that you have revealed the rest of your ADRs. The game was really fun! Your ADRs do look really good though!

Finally 3 more days? This seems like my upcoming trip... one day added here another there... you might end up staying for 2 weeks!!!! As much as I would love to give you company, once again, I don't think it would go over too well with the DW. LOLOL I think you will have a great time by yourself!!! No one to please, make some new friends, tour at your own pace... sounds good to me!!!!

You don't HAVE to be jealous... I"m sure there is a room waiting for you too... (AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAND Mel, and that cutest of cutie pies, Ana)

You could be right about it being HOT, maybe pool time is all we'll need; and we've all seen the pool of volcanic coolness!! Can't wait!

Don't worry, remember... I have 3 days of solo AND I didn't share where we'd be eating at during any of the days we aren't on FD. So, when things settle down a teensy, I'll start back up. Tom. AM, I'll post the scores as they stand. Honestly, you're not that far behind.

Talk about Ying and Yang!

Staying part-time at the deluxe Poly is awesome, but it does come with a price... reduced dining credits. Hmmm. I honestly can't say which I would choose...

Sounds like you're working it out to the satisfaction of all parties, though.

Congratulations on your good fortune!


Kathy

That's what it is!! The perfect combo of great and even greater! Hey, you're down to mere hours!!!! Have a great time!!!

this is cool. for me it means figuring out how I am going to stay out of Mom's way until she gets her own schedule worked out. otherwise I'll be the one doing the dirty work.

See, your younger sis gets stuck with packing for the trip to Thailand! You're off the hook this time!

I really think you will enjoy your 3 solo days. And coming at the end of your stay with friends will be perfect for you since you have a bit of fear about it. Believe me when I tell you no one even notices that you are alone. I have always had no problem eating alone...and Disney was no exception...I think I even felt more comfortable!

My only suggestion would be for you NOT to plan out your 3 solo days ahead of time. What? No plans? Yes no plans ahead of time.....don't hold yourself down with plans months and weeks ahead of time. It's really freeing! Just ask yourself "what would make me happy today" and go for it! Your answers might surprise yourself.

Yes, I agree; time to really slow down and do things which totally are off the cuff. This is really starting to grow on me! Not that I wouldn't mind any company either at times.

I will definitely plan NOT to plan. maroo says that some changes are coming for POP and FD. You only get CS credits next year?? Last night I was thinking again about where I'd go, and I actually came up with 2 places I wanted to get to (TS), then she landed that bomb on me. Ah well. OOP it will be I guess... But when it came to park time, I just couldn't even begin to guess where I'd want to go back to and spend my last bit of time?? So that's exactly what I did!! I left the whole thing blank, and told myself, "Self, go where you want to that morning!" Self was happy!

Who? Me? A PIN??

By the way, folks. This was no "ordinary" PIN. I have received several PINs - mostly for a block of dates and something everyone was offered - and this will probably be released to everyone at some point. But this PIN - is special.

It covers the WHOLE YEAR.

Only you...

So I have booked WL for a long weekend in December. This was 40% off! It is probably the weekend that they will have more meets (like they are this year). I will only have to take a half day off work, which is quite nice!

That is quite nice!! I can see all kinds of 3 dayers in your future!

And of course booked this few days at the POLY in September!


Now...as for the ticker - none of our tickers work anyway...so you have a reprieve before you have to "fix" yours...And I would not work too hard on it.

We won't! It seems to be working again...

You never know when this will all change again? (Although, didn't we say that this was the ultimate? Aside me really wanting DVC?) So we are there...and before the deals get released to the public. We can plan. Get our ADR's set. Good stuff, good stuff!


HA!! I can only imagine! I love the good stuff!

In a dither?? :

LOL! Good word, eh?

You probably did not know this...and it could get me fired. I got the email on the 22nd. I didn't even see it until Saturday. But how sad is that?





I had forgotten about that!

I guess they are scared of me!

You said it...

You know...the hot tubs at Disney are not that hot anyway. Maybe just layign out by the pool - since it will be so warm anyway - and their water is heated in the pools - will be perfect!

Lava pool, here I come!

I totally understand where you are coming from. Remember last Feb when I went with Sarah and her sister? How freaked out I was going alone?

I do.

I LOVED it! In fact...I wish I had some alone time this December. It is going to be a little strange going with 6 other people and not having a little solo time.

You could arrange just a little...

I walked around with the biggest GRIN on my face! The whole time. I LOVE Disney.

I enjoyed:

* riding EE as many times I wanted!
* sitting on the ground in the HUB of the Magic Kingdom after the fireworks were over. It is pretty with no one around.
* going to my room when I wanted to. If I was tired - go back. If I was up early - go for a walk.
* Eating at Biergarten. I ended up at a table full of very nice people. It was fun to be able to eat and not really be alone. Aside from that small group at the table, no one else knew I was eating alone.
* It was just nice to be able to go where I wanted to, when I wanted to.
* And I would TOTALLY go to MNSSHP - again.

This is a great list!! Can I copy some?

One tip I would give you - Write down a "bucket" list - start it today and just keep a running list - of everything you wish you could do in Disney. Things your family may not enjoy as much as you do. Want to meet a specific character? Go take pictures at a certain resort? Ride horses at FW? You could take pictures of Hidden Mickey's to send to Steve for his website - that would be cool! Just start a list...so that if you get bored, you can pull it out and have something to go do.

Awesome list... adding them now to planner...

After 9 days in the World - you may just want to really rest one day. Really rest. Take a book. Sit in the WS and just read.

Yeah, I'm thinking Sunday, since at least one day will have to be no parks (10 day tickets and all that...)


Yes! What he said!

I am PUMPED about Hoop De Doo! I really think it will be lots of fun with this group of ladies!

Totally!! Even without the sangria!

Ohana, Teppan, and Boma

But I am sad that we are losing Crystal Palace. I will have to meet Pooh in a character line.

Good plan!!

Cali Grill and Sanaa will be fine OOP - I joked with Liesa that I can eat at Casey's and then go to Cali Grill and just have some of those flat breads and a dessert! Yum!

OK- great minds, Yin/ Yang, Kindred Spirits, whatever you want to call it.... Caseys and Cali?? Sounds like a good combo- passing air in a classy place!! I love it!








I am interested to see who comes to hang with her?



Really? Would you take FD over the Poly? Hmm.... This requires some consideration on my part. QUOTE]

Woo! The Poly! I can't believe it doesn't have a hot tub though. They need to get on that!

Indeed! What were they thinking??

 

[All7OfUs]

I will have to finish up my replies and some more drivel tomorrow morning..... It's getting pretty late, my water pipes burst again (remember those enemies I told you about?) time to empty the buckets again, and DH is grouchy that the patch job didn't work. Argghhh!! I'll start with you first thing, Cynthia!! Promise!!!

Love you all!

 

[eandesmom]

Oh no, not the water pipes!

Sleep tight!

 

[All7OfUs]

Hey, you're on!! Yes, the stupid water pipes!! I hate them!! I really want to do replies and chat some, but it just isn't going to happen. I need a hot bath, and some praying time. Have a wonderful day! I'll try to chat tom. around 9:00 my time (8:00 yours) PM.

And now look, my ticker isn't on again. Time to find another solution... Hmmm.... ?

 

[maroo]

I will have to finish up my replies and some more drivel tomorrow morning..... It's getting pretty late, my water pipes burst again (remember those enemies I told you about?) time to empty the buckets again, and DH is grouchy that the patch job didn't work. Argghhh!! I'll start with you first thing, Cynthia!! Promise!!!

Love you all!

I believe her "water" pipes also carry the "heat" to her house. They have these pipes around the house, I believe, that warms up the house. So...water issues and heat issues.

 

[maroo]

Hey, you're on!! Yes, the stupid water pipes!! I hate them!! I really want to do replies and chat some, but it just isn't going to happen. I need a hot bath, and some praying time. Have a wonderful day! I'll try to chat tom. around 9:00 my time (8:00 yours) PM.

And now look, my ticker isn't on again. Time to find another solution... Hmmm.... ?

Our tickers are BACK!!!

Woo Hoo!

Talk to you tomorrow...or...ur...tonight?

 

[eandesmom]

Hey, you're on!! Yes, the stupid water pipes!! I hate them!! I really want to do replies and chat some, but it just isn't going to happen. I need a hot bath, and some praying time. Have a wonderful day! I'll try to chat tom. around 9:00 my time (8:00 yours) PM.

And now look, my ticker isn't on again. Time to find another solution... Hmmm.... ?

Your ticker is gone entirely....Wierd!

I will be at the Halloween Cub Scout meeting at 8pm my time with my little inventor, having survived carving yesterday. Hopefully the rest of his costume arrives today, I need to make a backup shirt just in case this afternoon...and some pack meeting treats...and have him finish something Jeff was supposed to handle with him on Sat while I was at the gym.

Maybe I can get Jeff to do the meeting since Evan needs campaign speech coaching and practice....hmmn....

Between that, dinner, and Dancing with the Stars I will probably not be online until about 10 and then not for long. Unless I con Jeff into the pack meeting!

 

[Sandy321]

I am PUMPED about Hoop De Doo! I really think it will be lots of fun with this group of ladies!

Y'all will bring FUN!! for sure!!

Ohana, Teppan, and Boma...
I would hate to lose any of these places - but consider this - if you are at the Poly (wooHOO) You really aught to consider adding Kona - as well as going to Captain Cook's CS meals!! (altho personally I'd ski; the Tonga Toast - blech - but do figure out that ordering system before you NEED to know!! )

But I am sad that we are losing Crystal Palace. I will have to meet Pooh in a character line.

Cali Grill and Sanaa will be fine OOP - I joked with Liesa that I can eat at Casey's and then go to Cali Grill and just have some of those flat breads and a dessert! Yum!

Definately figure Cali Grill OOP!! Its not "worth" 2TS






I am interested to see who comes to hang with her?

ME ME ME - ooooo - Pick ME!!

Really? Would you take FD over the Poly? Hmm.... This requires some consideration on my part.

nah - TAKE THE POLY for PIN "alex"!!

Some math genius' on the Restaurant and DVC that will give figures - take the Poly!!

I will have to finish up my replies and some more drivel tomorrow morning..... It's getting pretty late, my water pipes burst again (remember those enemies I told you about?) time to empty the buckets again, and DH is grouchy that the patch job didn't work. Argghhh!! I'll start with you first thing, Cynthia!! Promise!!!

Love you all!

NOT again!! Hope it all gets worked out ASAP

Hey, you're on!! Yes, the stupid water pipes!! I hate them!! I really want to do replies and chat some, but it just isn't going to happen. I need a hot bath, and some praying time. Have a wonderful day! I'll try to chat tom. around 9:00 my time (8:00 yours) PM.

And now look, my ticker isn't on again. Time to find another solution... Hmmm.... ?

Its just wrong when Real Life gets in the way of Dissin!

Our tickers are BACK!!!

Woo Hoo!

Talk to you tomorrow...or...ur...tonight?

I dont see no stinkin Tickers!!

OH, and if you really are into those 2TS places, and since you are down to 5 TS Credits - you may just want to consider....

UPGRADE TO DDP!

See, then you can do Crystal Palace( breakfast) OOP Caseys AND HDDR (last show)
Do Teppan for Lunch (it is lighter fare) and Cali Grill at 9pm for dinner
Ohana and Boma
Saana and 1 more!

Then you do all your CS meals for when you are at the Polynesian!

I know dont get me started - I can confuse my own mother!!

 

[jenb1023]

The Poly - - that is where we would like to stay! The GF seems too stuffy and if I were to buy DVC it would be at CR/BLT but a regular stay our top choice if we could stay anywhere would be the Poly. So Maroo - how many rooms can you book under this superduper whole year pin code of yours?

I am interested to see who comes to hang with her?

Hmmm - that should be interesting. Can't wait to see if anyone else tags along with the TC3!

I lost my quote about FD being two CS credits. It was already that way this year. The traditional FD was two 2 CS credits unless you were at a moderate or Deluxe resort, got a hippy dippy pin code so you can stay value and get 1 TS/1 CS (like I did) or paid to upgrade from two CS to 1 CS/1 TS. So unless there are more changes in the works, that is FD as we currently know it.

I will have to finish up my replies and some more drivel tomorrow morning..... It's getting pretty late, my water pipes burst again (remember those enemies I told you about?) time to empty the buckets again, and DH is grouchy that the patch job didn't work. Argghhh!! I'll start with you first thing, Cynthia!! Promise!!!

Love you all!

Oh no! Not those darn pipes again. Tell DH that water pipes in Kentucky don't burst but that Oregon has been known to have similar issues.

 

[maroo]

The Poly - - that is where we would like to stay! The GF seems too stuffy and if I were to buy DVC it would be at CR/BLT but a regular stay our top choice if we could stay anywhere would be the Poly. So Maroo - how many rooms can you book under this superduper whole year pin code of yours?

Well...since you asked!

It is for most of 2010. They say I can book up to two rooms...but, of course, I would have to be in one of them.

So...I say...the more the merrier!

So far I am going:

Jan 7-10 (Marathon Weekend - PIN doesn't apply)

March 5-7 Princess Half-Marathon Weekend - ASSp - quick trip - I think I get a better deal as a participant than the PIN offers for value

Sept trip (this trip report!)

December 9-13 - WL - for the big meet weekend. I assume this will happen again next year.

But...I get Friday's off now...and it really would not be a big deal for me to take half a day on Thursday and do a Thursday night - Sunday noonish trip...so...I am game! Throw out some dates...unless you want to just join us...and let's go! I love my AP!

And spliting the cost of a room is a great idea or even just sharing the code!

I also plan to get a Tables in Wonderland card for my Dec trip that I can use all year, too. To save money on food.

I lost my quote about FD being two CS credits. It was already that way this year. The traditional FD was two 2 CS credits unless you were at a moderate or Deluxe resort, got a hippy dippy pin code so you can stay value and get 1 TS/1 CS (like I did) or paid to upgrade from two CS to 1 CS/1 TS. So unless there are more changes in the works, that is FD as we currently know it.

Hmm....

I wonder how much it would cost us to upgrade our Dining Plan to Deluxe? Maybe that would solve some issues? Not sure if we would really eat that much?? Not sure how much it costs? But that would give us 10 credits to use in those 6 days...?

 

[kdzbear]

I think you guys are too funny! What happens when they open three or four new dining establishments prior to your trip? I think you will love the Poly and the convenience of it.

Good luck with the pipes!

 

[maroo]

I think you guys are too funny! What happens when they open three or four new dining establishments prior to your trip?

Say it ain't so!




But we could run into a rehab.

 

[If U Had Wings]

Congrats on the code! An upgrade to the Poly is a great idea. I always loved staying there as a kid.