Make a Wish (and other organizations) ~ Wish Trippers UNITE! Volume FIVE!!

[camidges]

Woo Hoo!
We just got a letter from our local MAW office... Ryan's dates have been chosen... We are going Jan 6-12 (The week before his birthday). It is so exciting to know that we can finally start a little planning!

 

[DelanaAndKyra]

i am so excited i wanna bounce and i feel sick all at the same time lol We just got the flight itinerary! eeeppp!

 

[carebearkidney]

Tomorrow the wish granters come over to talk to us about Prescott's wish! I found out today that the doctor that signed off on Prescotts medical form used to be a wish granter. i thought that was cool. So excited!!!

Yippee Skippy! It's feeling real now isn't it?!?

 

[carebearkidney]

Woo Hoo!
We just got a letter from our local MAW office... Ryan's dates have been chosen... We are going Jan 6-12 (The week before his birthday). It is so exciting to know that we can finally start a little planning!

Enjoy the planning!!

DelanaAndKyra i am so excited i wanna bounce and i feel sick all at the same time lol We just got the flight itinerary! eeeppp!

Just don't bounce after a full meal or you will be sick! yay on the flight info!

 

[Nevada Jen]

Love to hear about the trips that are getting close. Camidges, we will be there at the same time! I got my kids the Unofficial Guide to WDW and my 7 year old is determined to read the whole book. (Shhh. . . I am saying it is for the kids!!). Last night I tried to explain to him that he doesn't need to read the entire book and he tells me all in awe, "But mom, so many people contributed to this book! Some of the are college professors!" He is currently up to page 7. Which is basically the forward! I was reading the beginning to DD (age 14) today while waiting for the bus and reading off the names of the rides with fast pass and she was trying to repeat them. SHe got on the bus yelling "Poo, Poo, Poo" Bet there will be a lot of extra diaper changing toay! Please let her stay healthy!

 

[kalimom6]

WOO HOO!!!
We just got back from an out of town doctor appointment. We found out that her back is staying stable enough (scoliosis) that she only needs to wear her back brace at night! So for the first time in 2 years she has nothing on her truck area (cast/brace). She is FREE. And the doctor told us to leave the brace home while we go on her Wish trip
We were going to have to carry it carry on but it's such an odd shape that I dreaded it. Now she'll have more flexibilty!

 

[KaylaM]

so sorry she is sick, but much better now than in Florida! Hopefully she can rest and be ready to roll.

Definitely!! Thank you so much!

 

[KaylaM]

WOO HOO!!!
We just got back from an out of town doctor appointment. We found out that her back is staying stable enough (scoliosis) that she only needs to wear her back brace at night! So for the first time in 2 years she has nothing on her truck area (cast/brace). She is FREE. And the doctor told us to leave the brace home while we go on her Wish trip
We were going to have to carry it carry on but it's such an odd shape that I dreaded it. Now she'll have more flexibilty!

OMG! That is AWESOME! What a great gift for your trip!! HAVE FUN!!!

 

[KaylaM]

Love to hear about the trips that are getting close. Camidges, we will be there at the same time! I got my kids the Unofficial Guide to WDW and my 7 year old is determined to read the whole book. (Shhh. . . I am saying it is for the kids!!). Last night I tried to explain to him that he doesn't need to read the entire book and he tells me all in awe, "But mom, so many people contributed to this book! Some of the are college professors!" He is currently up to page 7. Which is basically the forward! I was reading the beginning to DD (age 14) today while waiting for the bus and reading off the names of the rides with fast pass and she was trying to repeat them. SHe got on the bus yelling "Poo, Poo, Poo" Bet there will be a lot of extra diaper changing toay! Please let her stay healthy!

awww.. that is so cute! he is so into this trip..

hope she stays healthy and has a wonderful trip (all of you)!

 

[KaylaM]

i am so excited i wanna bounce and i feel sick all at the same time lol We just got the flight itinerary! eeeppp!

Well, don't get sick, but enjoy the excitement!!

I am so excited, I wish my daughter could understand the full extent of it! I keep telling her daily she is going on a special trip just for her to see Mickey Mouse and do everything she wants, etc

Lastnight we finished packing up two boxes to ship out today, which I need to get going to get them shipped!

ENJOY your planning!

 

[kalimom6]

Well, don't get sick, but enjoy the excitement!!

I am so excited, I wish my daughter could understand the full extent of it! I keep telling her daily she is going on a special trip just for her to see Mickey Mouse and do everything she wants, etc

Lastnight we finished packing up two boxes to ship out today, which I need to get going to get them shipped!

ENJOY your planning!

Elsa doesnt fully understand either. At our doctor appointments yesterday and today we talked about it with the doctor but she has yet to mention it anywhere else. We are keeping it a secret until the week we go and half of the time the kids can't fully understand what she is saying. That's what makes it so exciting, to watch her face when she understands!

 

[KaylaM]

Elsa doesnt fully understand either. At our doctor appointments yesterday and today we talked about it with the doctor but she has yet to mention it anywhere else. We are keeping it a secret until the week we go and half of the time the kids can't fully understand what she is saying. That's what makes it so exciting, to watch her face when she understands!

That would be fun!

I am telling her so it will really be sunk in when we leave to help her be excited, so she knows its for her and Mickey Mouse. Well at least I would like to think so. What ever works.

Good luck!

 

[Nevada Jen]

I am doing the same thing with my DD. I want her to understand it is about HER. I'm not sure she will be able to comprehend it until we get there.

Question: Is it wrong to make my 14 year old DD and my 7 year old DS wear matching outfits the entire time at Disney? What if the outfits are obnoxiously over the top disney rather then just a little decal on the top? The 14 yearold is the size of a 5 year old and in a wheel chair stroller. SHE will love the bright Mickey looking prints I am thinking of. But I associate them more with toddlers. I don't want to make her look like a fool.

 

[KaylaM]

I am doing the same thing with my DD. I want her to understand it is about HER. I'm not sure she will be able to comprehend it until we get there.

Question: Is it wrong to make my 14 year old DD and my 7 year old DS wear matching outfits the entire time at Disney? What if the outfits are obnoxiously over the top disney rather then just a little decal on the top? The 14 yearold is the size of a 5 year old and in a wheel chair stroller. SHE will love the bright Mickey looking prints I am thinking of. But I associate them more with toddlers. I don't want to make her look like a fool.

I question this type of thing all the time because my 16 year old daughter wears much smaller than her age. I always try to find something that is more appropriate to her age, but like her teacher has told me a few times when I say"this is a new outfit and I think it suits her age" she says, "look at all the other high school girls, they wear stuff that aren't there age, so do adults sometimes, so its fine if she likes it. I wouldn't worry about it". I still do though.

I don't think that is wrong at all. You can maybe change the style a tad to suit each ones personality. Like add a "big" girls necklace to your 14 year old, and a "young" girls necklace on your 7 year old. I try to use necklaces, rings to bring her age out more.

I don't there is such a thing as over the top disney! I think with children and teens, the more there is, the better! It's more fun too!

I was just thinking last night, "how am I going to dress her age when she is in her mid 20's when she would still wear a girls 10-12". I wonder how others do it. I have no idea. Just thought I would throw that in. Sorry.

Good luck!

 

[sarsop524]

Love the shirt...

I would take my own stroller because its what he is used to, and you know you will have it every step of the way in case you need it.

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I finally got two boxes packed and ready to ship out in the morning to GKTW. It is so nice to have that part done. Seems like there is so much to do. I think because this is also a very busy time with my daughters' medical, its just a lot. Also, my daughter just came down ill, so its a little stressful as I just want her to be 100% for her trip so she will enjoy it thoroughly. Thankfully, she got sick now and not next week, so she has some time to get better and recover.

Hope everyone else is getting ready for their trips in what ever stage they are in!

So sorry to hear that kayla is sick, but at least she has time to get over it still! Sarah had to be at the hospital today for a sedated MRI, and the sedation is on the same floor as the peds unit, but down the hall. I thought about taking Sarah down to say to her favorite nurses, but then I got worried about the germs!! We stayed away from that end of the hall

Good luck getting her healthy, and hope to meet you at GKTW!!!

 

[angel's momma]

Also, my daughter just came down ill, so its a little stressful as I just want her to be 100% for her trip so she will enjoy it thoroughly. Thankfully, she got sick now and not next week, so she has some time to get better and recover.

Praying for a speedy recovery.

Woo Hoo! We just got a letter from our local MAW office... Ryan's dates have been chosen... We are going Jan 6-12 (The week before his birthday). It is so exciting to know that we can finally start a little planning!

Yay! Enjoy your planning.

We just got the flight itinerary eeeppp!

Yay!

SHe got on the bus yelling "Poo, Poo, Poo" Bet there will be a lot of extra diaper changing toay! Please let her stay healthy!

Praying she'll stay healthy.

That's what makes it so exciting, to watch her face when she understands!

The 14 yearold is the size of a 5 year old and in a wheel chair stroller. SHE will love the bright Mickey looking prints I am thinking of. But I associate them more with toddlers. I don't want to make her look like a fool.

I question this type of thing all the time because my 16 year old daughter wears much smaller than her age. I always try to find something that is more appropriate to her age, but like her teacher has told me a few times when I say"this is a new outfit and I think it suits her age" she says, "look at all the other high school girls, they wear stuff that aren't there age, so do adults sometimes, so its fine if she likes it. I wouldn't worry about it". I still do though.

I was just thinking last night, "how am I going to dress her age when she is in her mid 20's when she would still wear a girls 10-12". I wonder how others do it. I have no idea.

My 14 year old dreaded outgrowing the fun Disney selections offered in kid sizes - she doesn't care for "teen" clothes, and wishes she could still fit in kid sizes.

 

[Nevada Jen]

Kayla, do you have a PTR threas somewhere? I would love to read about your DD. SHe sounds very similar to mine. I hope she gets to feeling better in time. I know if it were me, I would actually be glad to have my DD sick a week before because it would totally mean we were in the clear for our trip! I went to Joann's today to try to buy some fabric to make some Disney clothes for my DD. The trip was not a success due to a mean lady. Mean ladies are not supposed to be at the fabric store! On a happy note, our wish granter confirmed that we did get a spot at GKTW!

 

[NEmel]

Woo Hoo!
We just got a letter from our local MAW office... Ryan's dates have been chosen... We are going Jan 6-12 (The week before his birthday). It is so exciting to know that we can finally start a little planning!

Yea for dates! After looking at the forcast here next week I'm jealous you will be there in Jan! It should be great weather!

 

[NEmel]

I am doing the same thing with my DD. I want her to understand it is about HER. I'm not sure she will be able to comprehend it until we get there.

Question: Is it wrong to make my 14 year old DD and my 7 year old DS wear matching outfits the entire time at Disney? What if the outfits are obnoxiously over the top disney rather then just a little decal on the top? The 14 yearold is the size of a 5 year old and in a wheel chair stroller. SHE will love the bright Mickey looking prints I am thinking of. But I associate them more with toddlers. I don't want to make her look like a fool.

Go For it!! I love having my boys match when we are on vacation. It is easier to keep track of them, plus looks great for pictures!

 

[NEmel]

Kayla, do you have a PTR threas somewhere? I would love to read about your DD. SHe sounds very similar to mine. I hope she gets to feeling better in time. I know if it were me, I would actually be glad to have my DD sick a week before because it would totally mean we were in the clear for our trip! I went to Joann's today to try to buy some fabric to make some Disney clothes for my DD. The trip was not a success due to a mean lady. Mean ladies are not supposed to be at the fabric store! On a happy note, our wish granter confirmed that we did get a spot at GKTW!

If you have a Hobby Lobby close by they have Disney fabric as well! Yea for GKTW, I have a friend that went in Aug and it looks amazing!!!