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[TarzansKat]

10) Last, but not least, I can be a little hyper, kinda like a 5 year old, when I hit property. Ask my own kids, Mom actually jumped up and down in the driver's seat when we sailed under the Welcome to the (insert whatever park we were visiting on any given day) sign. Skipping down Main Street? Yep, did that too. Sang in It's a Small World? Had to. Cried at Wishes? Uh Huh!

Can I confess, that a little piece of Soldier #1 never grew up, and it has a name. Disney. Being there takes me back to 19----, and evokes deep-seated memories of family, fun, togetherness, long lost high school comraderie etc.... It's still induces adrenaline, effects nostalgia, and emits emotion. I cannot help it or contain it . I won't apologize; just deal with it or join in.

Oh, hon.

This is my favorite of your "faults." But I don't see it as a fault at all!

I have this strong urge to go skipping down Main Street in your honor!

 

[JPFamilyMom]

10) Last, but not least, I can be a little hyper, kinda like a 5 year old, when I hit property. Ask my own kids, Mom actually jumped up and down in the driver's seat when we sailed under the Welcome to the (insert whatever park we were visiting on any given day) sign. Skipping down Main Street? Yep, did that too. Sang in It's a Small World? Had to. Cried at Wishes? Uh Huh!

Can I confess, that a little piece of Soldier #1 never grew up, and it has a name. Disney. Being there takes me back to 19----, and evokes deep-seated memories of family, fun, togetherness, long lost high school comraderie etc.... It's still induces adrenaline, effects nostalgia, and emits emotion. I cannot help it or contain it . I won't apologize; just deal with it or join in.

I think we are all like this, at least a little. We wouldn't be here if we weren't Remember, me, jumping on the bed in the a.m. (unheard of hours to DH) saying lets go lets go. I too dance along, sing a-long, skip, etc. Disney is my happy place, where all my worries, troubles, etc. fade away.... and I can just be

 

[maroo]

I'm sure you have SOME sort of dirty laundry to hang out for us all

who?


me?









Yes...I do need to write my own confessions...but first I am working on a little project for Magic Meets...and yes, I am at work. I am almost caught up...then I need to work on my little project....THEN...I can get back over here and talk smack with you guys!

 

[MKBekka]

Yes...I do need to write my own confessions...but first I am working on a little project for Magic Meets...and yes, I am at work. I am almost caught up...then I need to work on my little project....THEN...I can get back over here and talk smack with you guys!

So, I was wondering, what do you accually do at work?

Oh yes, Mom can (and does) act like a 5 year old. She almost drove off the road when we went under the Pink Arch and onto Disney property because of her bouncing. And she was driving her sister's car.

 

[maroo]

So, I was wondering, what do you accually do at work?

Oh yes, Mom can (and does) act like a 5 year old. She almost drove off the road when we went under the Pink Arch and onto Disney property because of her bouncing. And she was driving her sister's car.

Are you suggesting I don't actually work?

You think that I can't DIS and work at the same time?

Actually, right now I am on hold with an insurance company. They have refused to pay for our patient's medicine and I am holding for a "supervisor" so I can talk some sense into someone. If that doesn't work, then I will be writing a letter to the company and sending a copy to the insurance commissioner. And that actually works about 95% of the time I am denied the first time around. So that is what I do...I fight with insurance companies all day to pay for the medicine our patients need.

And I am good at it, if I don't say so myself. I am very nice. But firm.

So, yes, I actually work. Some days I have to stay a little late if I have spent too much time on here.

*hold please...

*I am back.

Now, see, I just got off the phone with a very nice supervisor that approved my patient to take this medicine for a full year. She said she was sorry for the inconvenience. And I politely asked her to call the patient and let them know she was sorry for the delay, too.

So there you have it...a glimpse into the work life of Maroo.


Now...what was the question?

Oh, yeah! Your Mom is definitely not allowed to drive this trip, then! I can drive and be excited at the same time and not run off the road. And I don't bounce.

 

[jenb1023]

I am a little late to the latest list of confessions!

You definitely lose brain cells after childbirth - thank goodness I only had one or I would be in trouble! I keep telling my co-workers and DH that I can no longer remember everything for everyone but nobody listens! I will also volunteer for any studies at WDW.

Arm flab - arm flab is the least of my worries. I do agree that flattering TR photos need to be included. Maroo - are you listening? Just in case you decide to be photo happy at Magic Meets. I am the photographer usually - a) because I like to take photos b) that means I do not have to be in photos.

Acting like a kid at WDW - I think all of us have moments there which is why we love it so much. Though I don't think I have ever bounced.

 

[All7OfUs]

Oh, hon.

This is my favorite of your "faults." But I don't see it as a fault at all!

I have this strong urge to go skipping down Main Street in your honor!

Glad you see it my way. Just so they know what they are getting into, but I have a feeling they will want to skip with me too

I think we are all like this, at least a little. We wouldn't be here if we weren't Remember, me, jumping on the bed in the a.m. (unheard of hours to DH) saying lets go lets go. I too dance along, sing a-long, skip, etc. Disney is my happy place, where all my worries, troubles, etc. fade away.... and I can just be

See, even mommies can have a hard time containing themselves. I think I embarrass my kids (teenagers, ) half the time whether I was doing something silly or not; so why not??

Yes...I do need to write my own confessions...but first I am working on a little project for Magic Meets...and yes, I am at work. I am almost caught up...then I need to work on my little project....THEN...I can get back over here and talk smack with you guys!

Hmm....? A little project?? Care to share??

Talk smack?! HA!! LOL! I can't wait to read yours!!!!

So, I was wondering, what do you accually do at work?

Oh yes, Mom can (and does) act like a 5 year old. She almost drove off the road when we went under the Pink Arch and onto Disney property because of her bouncing. And she was driving her sister's car.

Okay, I knew this was a bad idea having my teen be posting on here!!! It was actually not THAT bad! I swerved a little--- perhaps... Tattle tale!

Oh, yeah! Your Mom is definitely not allowed to drive this trip, then! I can drive and be excited at the same time and not run off the road. And I don't bounce.

No Tigger action?? So I have to look like an idiot all by myself?! That's definitely not very fun. But, if you want to drive, that's okay by me; that way I can take the pictures and not have any chance of unflattering material.

I am a little late to the latest list of confessions!

You definitely lose brain cells after childbirth - thank goodness I only had one or I would be in trouble! I keep telling my co-workers and DH that I can no longer remember everything for everyone but nobody listens! I will also volunteer for any studies at WDW.

Arm flab - arm flab is the least of my worries. I do agree that flattering TR photos need to be included. Maroo - are you listening? Just in case you decide to be photo happy at Magic Meets. I am the photographer usually - a) because I like to take photos b) that means I do not have to be in photos.

Acting like a kid at WDW - I think all of us have moments there which is why we love it so much. Though I don't think I have ever bounced.

I wondered where you went! Glad you're back- I NEED YOU! I actually had to look up the word embarrass cuz you weren't here. I like your pithy insights as well.

Like, the nobody listens anymore line. Why IS it that everyone expects you to remember everything for them?? Is it a symptom of enablement syndrome??

I'm certain there will be lots of flattering photos in our TR, but I can guess right now, that either: a) I will have already had my glass of wine at dinner (or my, how does TK put it?? my nommie Lapu Lapu) and I won't care how I look, or b) it will be of pretty scenery like topiaries who don't know the difference.

 

[All7OfUs]

So, it has now been determined that Soldier #1 had approximately, 3.125% of her brain left, which makes for a very convenient excuse when she forgets her keys, camera and other junk in the hotel room. It also gives me a secure out, when being asked to do any math whatsoever. maroo will have to take care of that for us. Thankfully, she's an honest woman who would never take advantage of her fellow troops!

 

[maroo]

Maroo - are you listening? Just in case you decide to be photo happy at Magic Meets. I am the photographer usually - a) because I like to take photos b) that means I do not have to be in photos.

I am here! I am here!

I tell ya what...I will only post pictures that are flattering if you will promise to do the same! And you have veto rights of any picture posted if I think it is fine but you don't like it. I will just take it off!

I am getting excited about Magic Meets now that Ra is doing better!!

So, it has now been determined that Soldier #1 had approximately, 3.125% of her brain left, which makes for a very convenient excuse when she forgets her keys, camera and other junk in the hotel room. It also gives me a secure out, when being asked to do any math whatsoever. maroo will have to take care of that for us. Thankfully, she's an honest woman who would never take advantage of her fellow troops!

So...I see my math skills have been corrected...

Yes...I am very honest. Normally to a fault, honestly. As I would cheat myself before any of you guys!

 

[that's nice]

My last confessions- after this, you can consider yourself duly forewarned. I cannot hold myself responsible, however, for things I may have inadvertently forgotten or overlooked.

Now, for my final confessions, I must mention that maroo and TPW should be warned that:

8) Everyone has their "place" of solitude. For some it's in their bedroom, for others it could be in the yard or a quiet corner that no one ventures into much. There, they can center themselves again, and renew their batteries for the next task.

As for me, I love, adore, and cherish my bath time. I CAN take a shower, but, oh so much, would rather take a long, hot, soaking timeout in the tub! Imagine it, the door is locked, just me, my bubbles, and God. It's my quiet time haven, getting things sorted out in my mind and heart.

As I've mentioned in our last confessional, I hate slow-pokiness in the mornings, myself included, so it should be noted here that evenings will be tub-soaking time for this tired soldier.

9) Can I just take a moment here to re-iterate (is that a hyphenated word?) that I really hate my arm flab?? You're probably rolling your eyes at me right now, and asking, "Sooooo, why doesn't she do something about it?" I give you my word, I am; or at least I am trying. I have some weights, and I jog/walk 3 times a week and watch what I eat, but it is SO annoyingly obstinate!!

So, I will go to great lengths to hide my um, embarrasing anatomy, and may become a little grouchy if photographs encroach upon my efforts to find more "flattering" Trip Report material.

10) Last, but not least, I can be a little hyper, kinda like a 5 year old, when I hit property. Ask my own kids, Mom actually jumped up and down in the driver's seat when we sailed under the Welcome to the (insert whatever park we were visiting on any given day) sign. Skipping down Main Street? Yep, did that too. Sang in It's a Small World? Had to. Cried at Wishes? Uh Huh!

Can I confess, that a little piece of Soldier #1 never grew up, and it has a name. Disney. Being there takes me back to 19----, and evokes deep-seated memories of family, fun, togetherness, long lost high school comraderie etc.... It's still induces adrenaline, effects nostalgia, and emits emotion. I cannot help it or contain it . I won't apologize; just deal with it or join in.

I don't think that #8 & #10 are confessions.

I think that everyone need their alone time. Hey, you can relax your mind and get clean at the same time!!!!

You weren't around for my TR but I 'confessed' that I got a little teary eyed at Wishes too. I was holding DD and we watched Tinker Bell fly over our head. She was amazed!

Then the part when the kid? girl? (whoever it is LOLOL) sings "And all our wishes.. will come true" I was watching DD and I started to get choked up. I think it is good for me to let my emotions out.. it doesn't happen too often.

Now we listen Wishes in the car and Juliana sings it. I can play it over and over and just listen to her.

So back to my point (if I even have one?), I don't think #8 is a confession. As far as #10 goes, I think a lot of people get a little emotional in Disney. If you can't let your inner child show in Disney, where are you supposed to let it show?

 

[that's nice]

My last confessions- after this, you can consider yourself duly forewarned. I cannot hold myself responsible, however, for things I may have inadvertently forgotten or overlooked.

Now, for my final confessions, I must mention that maroo and TPW should be warned that:

8) Everyone has their "place" of solitude. For some it's in their bedroom, for others it could be in the yard or a quiet corner that no one ventures into much. There, they can center themselves again, and renew their batteries for the next task.

As for me, I love, adore, and cherish my bath time. I CAN take a shower, but, oh so much, would rather take a long, hot, soaking timeout in the tub! Imagine it, the door is locked, just me, my bubbles, and God. It's my quiet time haven, getting things sorted out in my mind and heart.

As I've mentioned in our last confessional, I hate slow-pokiness in the mornings, myself included, so it should be noted here that evenings will be tub-soaking time for this tired soldier.

9) Can I just take a moment here to re-iterate (is that a hyphenated word?) that I really hate my arm flab?? You're probably rolling your eyes at me right now, and asking, "Sooooo, why doesn't she do something about it?" I give you my word, I am; or at least I am trying. I have some weights, and I jog/walk 3 times a week and watch what I eat, but it is SO annoyingly obstinate!!

So, I will go to great lengths to hide my um, embarrasing anatomy, and may become a little grouchy if photographs encroach upon my efforts to find more "flattering" Trip Report material.

10) Last, but not least, I can be a little hyper, kinda like a 5 year old, when I hit property. Ask my own kids, Mom actually jumped up and down in the driver's seat when we sailed under the Welcome to the (insert whatever park we were visiting on any given day) sign. Skipping down Main Street? Yep, did that too. Sang in It's a Small World? Had to. Cried at Wishes? Uh Huh!

Can I confess, that a little piece of Soldier #1 never grew up, and it has a name. Disney. Being there takes me back to 19----, and evokes deep-seated memories of family, fun, togetherness, long lost high school comraderie etc.... It's still induces adrenaline, effects nostalgia, and emits emotion. I cannot help it or contain it . I won't apologize; just deal with it or join in.

I don't think that #8 & #10 are confessions.

I think that everyone need their alone time. Hey, you can relax your mind and get clean at the same time!!!!

You weren't around for my TR but I 'confessed' that I got a little teary eyed at Wishes too. I was holding DD and we watched Tinker Bell fly over our head. She was amazed!

Then the part when the kid? girl? (whoever it is LOLOL) sings "And all our wishes.. will come true" I was watching DD and I started to get choked up. I think it is good for me to let my emotions out.. it doesn't happen too often.

Now we listen Wishes in the car and Juliana sings it. I can play it over and over and just listen to her.

So back to my point (if I even have one?), I don't think #8 is a confession. As far as #10 goes, I think a lot of people get a little emotional in Disney. If you can't let your inner child show in Disney, where are you supposed to let it show?

 

[All7OfUs]

I am here! I am here!

I tell ya what...I will only post pictures that are flattering if you will promise to do the same! And you have veto rights of any picture posted if I think it is fine but you don't like it. I will just take it off!

I am getting excited about Magic Meets now that Ra is doing better!!



So...I see my math skills have been corrected...

Yes...I am very honest. Normally to a fault, honestly. As I would cheat myself before any of you guys!

I'm so happy Rachel is doing better! Gosh, she sure gave us a scare! It means you're back on boards with us here too- until you go off to your Magic Meets things, anyway.

Deal! NO bad photos, and broad sweeping veto powers. I"m starting to feel like a bonafide president already! Hey that brings me to another topic. TODAY IS THE DAY- We get our monthly upgrade/promotion today. Remember, everytime we hit exactly another month before we get to promote ourselves! Announcement coming soon!

Anyone who works with MAW kids and families as much as you, certainly must be an

I don't think that #8 & #10 are confessions.

I think that everyone need their alone time. Hey, you can relax your mind and get clean at the same time!!!!

You weren't around for my TR but I 'confessed' that I got a little teary eyed at Wishes too. I was holding DD and we watched Tinker Bell fly over our head. She was amazed!

So back to my point (if I even have one?), I don't think #8 is a confession. As far as #10 goes, I think a lot of people get a little emotional in Disney. If you can't let your inner child show in Disney, where are you supposed to let it show?

I'm glad you sorta see it that way. Trust me, after a day in the parks, they will want me to both: have my quiet time AND take care of the undoing of deodorant. I almost put another amendment in the Consitution to the effect that there would be no Central Asian "I've worked in my garden too long wearing Chinese (non)deodorant" smells from the TC3; we can leave that for the public transportation here where I live, Thank You!

My point was, as far as confessions go, that I don't want to come across as a bathroom pig, but, well, I can be.

My other point was that, my kids actually called me "obnoxious" when we first got there. But, then again they use that word for everything like from classical music to locals smoking in restaurants, so you have to take it with a grain of salt. Just wanted to warn everyone, that while I might not consider myself "obnoxious", I can get excitable!

I totally agree, watching your kids BE kids is almost as much fun as seeing everything for yourself- Wishes can make anyone emotional!

 

[All7OfUs]

Here we are again; another month gone by, (hey, you could all use this pre-trippie all by itself as a "see-how-fast-time-goes-by tool") and it's time for the TC3 to give themselves a little self-promotion. Everyone likes a little of THAT, and we just happened to want to be slightly blatant about it. Why not? It's our trip, right??

For those of you who may be new our drivel, here's the drill. Each month that we get closer to our D-Day, we get to move up in rank. We started out as Privates, which is a farse, cuz there's nothing private about a Trip report in the first place. Then, we moved up to the illustrious ranking of corporal. I can tell you I"m glad to be ditching that one today. It sounds like corpulent, which means fat or fleshy; it also sounds too much like corpse, and we certainly aren't going there. So happily, we are moving on to:

Sergeant​

Granted, this is still a non-commissioned officer ranking, because we acknowledge we still don't have base housing yet. Next month, we WILL have that, and we can receive our commissed rank status!!! We are excited. So for now, we will march as sergeants which officially means:


"... a senior role of responsibility acting as second in command to a troop or platoon of up to 35 soldiers. You will be responsible for their conduct, discipline and performance. You will enjoy a wide range of career options and typically requires 12 years of service."

I"m not sure that we will have responsibility of ever being in command of 35 people- I'm thinking it's going to be hard enough to be in charge and command of ourselves (see confessions of a soldier)- everyone knows there are no guarantees after a Lapu Lapu. But I do like that little bit about having a wide range of options! Hmmmm... EPCOT or MK today?? Shall I have sushi or the cheese flight with dinner? Choices; sergeants get more!

 

[MKBekka]

Awsome Mom, congrats on the self promotion! But what does that make me? Or do I get to join the platoon of 35 troops?

 

[If U Had Wings]

Congrats on the self-promotion. I'm sure you can round up 35 lost Disney souls in need of some guidance and assistance.

 

[TarzansKat]

Self-promotion. Always a good thing.

 

[All7OfUs]

Congrats on the self-promotion. I'm sure you can round up 35 lost Disney souls in need of some guidance and assistance.

You think?? 35 actuallly doesn't sound that hard to find, now that I think about it They would all have to sign the Constitution though, and I'm sure they would have to come up with some sort of confessions! Then we could properly guide and assist them.

Self-promotion. Always a good thing.

You Betcha!! And we never said WHAT we're promoting, did we?? Except our rank. I think we should promote how pirate-y we're feeling about this whole thing. I'm even starting to feel a little like our gov't on this health care reform business, or Madoff with oodles of money!!! Except our pirate-y-ness doesn't involved tax payer money, just a week of time and freedom from everyday enemies.

 

[that's nice]

Speaking of goners....

UMMMMMMM you speaking about me??

 

[GreatBiscuit]

Congrats on the promotion! I have a sudden urge to call you Sergeant Carter and yell "Shazam!" Of course next month I'm gonna have an urge to call you Liutennant Dan and start naming shrimp dishes. I loved your true confessions, though I gotta say they caused me inhale an impressive quantity of my Sonic grape slushie into the deep recesses of my sinus cavity at a decidedly alarming velocity. Now every time I sneeze I think I'm taking communion. But, I digress.... Looking forward to more!

 

[tinkgurl]

Ok...wow...I really am a slacker. How the heck did I fall behind on you?! I'm sorry! Life has just been crazy hectic. But, I'm trying to get back to all my usual reading!