Make a Wish (and other organizations) - Wish Trippers UNITE! Volume THREE! :)

[jbrnhrt]

I think our flights come in at the same time so maybe we will see wach other at the airport!!

cool, we'll probably run into each other at some point during the week!

 

[jen-y]

**took out your quote...Something is wrong with the DIS - it didn't match...?? I am so confused. lol

so they DO have shirts...you just have not gotten them yet.

Hmm...

Which questions were you left not answered? I guess I am wondering how important those are?

Do you have your expense check for the trip?? Because that is pretty darn important!

That is unfortunate...I don't think we got Lauren's stuff till a few days before either...but they came by with a cake and such for Lauren and made a party out of it...so maybe they have something planned for you guys but want it to be a surprise??

Are you corresponding with the volunteers that are your wish granters? Or with the official MAW office? If not the office, you may want to call them? I usually called the office...

You really should be fine finding your Greeter...although I would definitely wear something Make a Wish if you have it to the airport because that will help with any possible pixie dust they want to bestow.

But the GKTW greeters stand right outside the security gate - you really can't miss them. They get to stay further in than the Limo drivers and such so that they find you guys and you don't have to search through multiple people.

I do have my expense check
The "impression" I have is that they do have shirts for us, they just have not brought them over yet. Guess it does not really matter whether or not I have them now, or the day before. Just wigging out
But I would like to have them for the airport if possible.
I have been corresponding with the volunteers, but I just left a message with home office.
and the questions left unanswered were whether or not certain arrangements could be made. Nothing important, but would have been nice to know. Maybe its a control freak thing

 

[maroo]

I totally understand where you are coming from! There is so much to remember and do that you just want to have the details that can be out of the way out of the way! I totally get it.

Hopefully the home office will help you out a little more!

 

[billwendy]

When we arived at the airport, the volunteers were also waiting for more groups of people. So I bet you guys would meet each other if you arrived at simliar times!! The volunteers were so nice and let my DH hold the sign for my nephew (they had flown and we drove down to meet them).

 

[pacrosby]

Oldie here. Welcome to all who are in the process of planning your trips! I promise it will be a trip of a lifetime

Question for any of those who have been 'around' for awhile. Wasn't there a family or two who posted about returning to the Village as 'alumni' to volunteer???? I can think of one but don't remember their name (screen name). We are returning in December to celebrate the 'anniversary' of our Wish trip and were hoping to volunteer if possible. I did look at the gktw site but it didn't give too many details or a contact person. Just hoping I could touch base with someone who already did this before I go ahead and make a call.

Also.............we are planning on organizing a donation drive for items from the gktw 'wish list' before we go. Has anyone ever done anything like this before? I've come up with a couple of ideas but I've never done ANYTHING like this before.

I've been pretty much MIA from the disboards since June. Soooooooooooo crazy busy around here. "Hi" to any of my old 'friends' who still pop in and out. "Someday" I'll get back in the swing of things and read everyone's TR's. Hey................I may even get to finishing my own

 

[jbrnhrt]

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

 

[wishin' on a star]

Have a wonderful trip!!

 

[that's nice]

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

Have a great time!!!!!

 

[jenb1023]

I've been pretty much MIA from the disboards since June. Soooooooooooo crazy busy around here. "Hi" to any of my old 'friends' who still pop in and out. "Someday" I'll get back in the swing of things and read everyone's TR's. Hey................I may even get to finishing my own

Hi Pamela! I don't know the answer to your question but wanted to say hey! I have been MIA from the DIS off and on over the last 5 months too. I'm still subscribed to your TR's. We did go to US/IOA for a few days in May thanks to your rave reviews and just loved Seuss Landing!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

A Trip Report - Non Wish Trip - Maroo went to Disney with Strangers!

As promised here is a link to my last big trip! It will be a really fun TR (I can say that, because I am not writing it...well, I will be writing parts of it...but the fun comes from Liesa!)

Feel free to join us!

I can't seem to get your link to work. I can't wait to read all about your trip!

For those who may have MAW chapters who do not provide shirts (ours didn't), here is a link to the Make A Wish Marketplace so you can buy your own with the official logo. I hope it's okay for me to post the link here!

www.makeawishmarketplace.com

They have shirts, luggage tags, hats, etc.

I never knew this existed. Thank you for posting this. I am buying my Chrsitmas presents from GKTW and now MAW too. Thanks again!!

Oldie here. Welcome to all who are in the process of planning your trips! I promise it will be a trip of a lifetime

Question for any of those who have been 'around' for awhile. Wasn't there a family or two who posted about returning to the Village as 'alumni' to volunteer???? I can think of one but don't remember their name (screen name). We are returning in December to celebrate the 'anniversary' of our Wish trip and were hoping to volunteer if possible. I did look at the gktw site but it didn't give too many details or a contact person. Just hoping I could touch base with someone who already did this before I go ahead and make a call.

Also.............we are planning on organizing a donation drive for items from the gktw 'wish list' before we go. Has anyone ever done anything like this before? I've come up with a couple of ideas but I've never done ANYTHING like this before.

I've been pretty much MIA from the disboards since June. Soooooooooooo crazy busy around here. "Hi" to any of my old 'friends' who still pop in and out. "Someday" I'll get back in the swing of things and read everyone's TR's. Hey................I may even get to finishing my own

Hi Pamela! I was just thinking about you yesterday! How are you all doing? I am curious to know this as well as I am thinking of us volunteering on our return trip as well. That is a great idea to do a donation drive! When are you guys going in December?

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

Have a MAGICAL TRIP!!

 

[Mom2mitokids]

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

Have a Magical Time. I can't wait to hear all about Dominicks trip.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

Oldie here. Welcome to all who are in the process of planning your trips! I promise it will be a trip of a lifetime

Question for any of those who have been 'around' for awhile. Wasn't there a family or two who posted about returning to the Village as 'alumni' to volunteer???? I can think of one but don't remember their name (screen name). We are returning in December to celebrate the 'anniversary' of our Wish trip and were hoping to volunteer if possible. I did look at the gktw site but it didn't give too many details or a contact person. Just hoping I could touch base with someone who already did this before I go ahead and make a call.

Also.............we are planning on organizing a donation drive for items from the gktw 'wish list' before we go. Has anyone ever done anything like this before? I've come up with a couple of ideas but I've never done ANYTHING like this before.

I've been pretty much MIA from the disboards since June. Soooooooooooo crazy busy around here. "Hi" to any of my old 'friends' who still pop in and out. "Someday" I'll get back in the swing of things and read everyone's TR's. Hey................I may even get to finishing my own

Hi there...newbie here. I loved reading Matties TR. I know Christine..dmbfan-Jakob went back and volunteered for the day. They went in March 09 for thier MAW trip and I believe they went back in March 2010 and volunteered.
This is our second wish trip and I was hoping to get some stuff to donate. They have a list on their site.

 

[Mom2mitokids]

A Trip Report - Non Wish Trip - Maroo went to Disney with Strangers!

As promised here is a link to my last big trip! It will be a really fun TR (I can say that, because I am not writing it...well, I will be writing parts of it...but the fun comes from Liesa!)

Feel free to join us!

Link doesn't work for me either

 

[Mom2mitokids]

For those who may have MAW chapters who do not provide shirts (ours didn't), here is a link to the Make A Wish Marketplace so you can buy your own with the official logo. I hope it's okay for me to post the link here!

www.makeawishmarketplace.com

They have shirts, luggage tags, hats, etc.

Thank you!! We can get all the shirts we want, but they have some really cool stuff I'm going to get.

 

[Haybuggsmom]

Well the time is almost here!!!
The limo driver called for directions and the bags are packed and by the door. Now we all just have to try to get some sleep.

I wanted to take a minute to tell you all how much you have ment to us in this process. You all have been there for any crazy question I had. Without you all I would be a crazy lost mess right now!! I feel ready to go and excited for the magic to start because of you all!!

Thank you to the members of the Big Give!! There is no way to show our gratitude for the wonderful gifts you have given us. Your love will be felt in everything we do this week!!

I will be on the lookout for those of you there during our trip and I am really excited to share our trip when we return.

Thank you all for being a part of this board and an important part of our trip!!

 

[rcq925]

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

Have a wonderful trip!!! Can't wait to hear all about it when you get back!!!

 

[maroo]

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

Have a great trip!!! _ and you are very welcome!

Well the time is almost here!!!
The limo driver called for directions and the bags are packed and by the door. Now we all just have to try to get some sleep.

I wanted to take a minute to tell you all how much you have ment to us in this process. You all have been there for any crazy question I had. Without you all I would be a crazy lost mess right now!! I feel ready to go and excited for the magic to start because of you all!!

Thank you to the members of the Big Give!! There is no way to show our gratitude for the wonderful gifts you have given us. Your love will be felt in everything we do this week!!

I will be on the lookout for those of you there during our trip and I am really excited to share our trip when we return.

Thank you all for being a part of this board and an important part of our trip!!

Thanks! We hope you guys have a great time!

 

[maroo]

Oldie here. Welcome to all who are in the process of planning your trips! I promise it will be a trip of a lifetime

Question for any of those who have been 'around' for awhile. Wasn't there a family or two who posted about returning to the Village as 'alumni' to volunteer???? I can think of one but don't remember their name (screen name). We are returning in December to celebrate the 'anniversary' of our Wish trip and were hoping to volunteer if possible. I did look at the gktw site but it didn't give too many details or a contact person. Just hoping I could touch base with someone who already did this before I go ahead and make a call.

It was Jake's Mom We were going to with Lauren, but they canceled their trip.


Also.............we are planning on organizing a donation drive for items from the gktw 'wish list' before we go. Has anyone ever done anything like this before? I've come up with a couple of ideas but I've never done ANYTHING like this before.

There is a group that did it on the Podcast part of teh board - I think it is a great idea!

I've been pretty much MIA from the disboards since June. Soooooooooooo crazy busy around here. "Hi" to any of my old 'friends' who still pop in and out. "Someday" I'll get back in the swing of things and read everyone's TR's. Hey................I may even get to finishing my own

hello! How is Matty? How are you guys?

 

[maroo]

That other link is broken...

Try the FIRST green one in my siggie...it will take you there. The ABC's one...

You guys are all welcome to come check it out...it will have good stories on there .... eventually. ha

 

[Glo's wish]

We leave tomorrow morning for Dominick's wish trip! I just want to thank everyone for all of your support, and great advice!I don't think I'll do a tr,but will report back with how Dom's trip went, and any tips I learn. Thanks again!

Have a wonderful trip!!!!!!