Mini-trip TR ~ Emma's First trip, My first MNSSHP and F&W! LOOKING AHEAD!

[Stefy]

Oh thats good, at least she didn't miss the second parade

 

[Born 2B a Princess]

We loved the parade, too. Great shots of the headless horseman! I need to see how ours turned out (Alyssa took them and I haven't looked at them on the computer yet). LOL about Tom being "molested" by the Queen of Hearts!!

 

[Cheryl726]

Enjoying your TR--also really enjoyed your honeymoon TR-beautiful wedding. I can't believe how much you got done in WDW in the heat of July! It's too bad you didn't have such a good experience on the cruise, our family enjoys it, though we haven't done a 7-day one yet.

Your niece's costume is adorable!

I also wanted to say I'm sorry to hear about your cat, hope you're doing better now. I know it's not easy, just remember the good times!

Cheryl

 

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

just a word on the Port Orleans Riverside - you are totally right- you can only request. they will not guarentee anything for you. Magnolia is the best building IMO. Riverside is my fav place to stay (traslate my fav place in my budget to stay) if you do stay there, treat yourself to a boat ride over to DTD. it is really lovely!

In all the times I've stayed there, I've NEVER done the boat ride to DTD! It's a definite next time!

Oh thats good, at least she didn't miss the second parade

We loved the parade, too. Great shots of the headless horseman! I need to see how ours turned out (Alyssa took them and I haven't looked at them on the computer yet). LOL about Tom being "molested" by the Queen of Hearts!!

Seriously, he just walked up to her to stand next to her but she grabbed him and started dancing and humping him! It was so funny!

Enjoying your TR--also really enjoyed your honeymoon TR-beautiful wedding. I can't believe how much you got done in WDW in the heat of July! It's too bad you didn't have such a good experience on the cruise, our family enjoys it, though we haven't done a 7-day one yet.

Your niece's costume is adorable!

I also wanted to say I'm sorry to hear about your cat, hope you're doing better now. I know it's not easy, just remember the good times!

Cheryl

Thanks so much! I'm so glad you are enjoying this and my other TR!

It's funny you should mention my cat because I feel like it's hitting me really hard now. I've been really upset about him and missing him this week. I think with all that was going on when he was sick, it was sort of a relief for it to be over when he died, then we had the trip and now that everything is "back to normal" it's very evident that he's not here with us and we're both just devastated.

BUT, we made a trip to Petsmart on Wedneday and had our eye on a fat, lazy 2 year old cat named Gordon. When I looked him up on petfinder, he was listed with his friend Newman. Tom called the shelter and they are just thrilled that we are interested in adopting these cats!

So we're going to meet the woman from the shelter there on Sunday and both Gordy and Newman will be there for us to meet them and see if they are the cats for us!

I'm excited and nervous at the same time. Like, am I really ready to go through all of this again? I couldn't take it if they got sick and I KNOW eventually they are going to die. But I also know we would give these cats a great home and a wonderful life, just like we did with Jack and Kitty (she died 2 years ago - cancer). It's a lot to think about.

 

[Cheryl726]

Best of luck with meeting the cats tomorrow. I feel the exact same way as you--my dog turned 15 last month and overall is pretty healthy, although the past few weeks he hasn't been eating and has lost weight. So I am trying to "prepare" myself and think how I could love another one as much as him. But I think that another animal would be lucky to have a good life so it'd be worth it. Sorry, not trying to take away from your TR. Looking forward to more!

 

[momof2TNboys]

I love your TR so far. I just finished your honeymoon report and thought it was great also. I am going with my family to WDW in November for the first time. I am excited to go, but I really wanted to go to MNSSHP. Maybe next year! I love your review of Ohana and it made me want to go there. Luckily, I finally got a reservation last week!! Can't wait to hear more about your trip.

 

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Best of luck with meeting the cats tomorrow. I feel the exact same way as you--my dog turned 15 last month and overall is pretty healthy, although the past few weeks he hasn't been eating and has lost weight. So I am trying to "prepare" myself and think how I could love another one as much as him. But I think that another animal would be lucky to have a good life so it'd be worth it. Sorry, not trying to take away from your TR. Looking forward to more!

Thanks!!

I love your TR so far. I just finished your honeymoon report and thought it was great also. I am going with my family to WDW in November for the first time. I am excited to go, but I really wanted to go to MNSSHP. Maybe next year! I love your review of Ohana and it made me want to go there. Luckily, I finally got a reservation last week!! Can't wait to hear more about your trip.

Oh great! I'm so glad you are reading my TRs! First timer, huh?? This forum is helpful and if you have any questions about anything, don't be afraid to ask! Even if you think it's stupid!

Congrats on the 'Ohana ADR! It really is a fantastic dining experience!

Don't worry about missing MNSSHP...there will be TONS of things you won't get to do on your first trip...I think that's what keeps most of us going back so often!

 

[anetnmike]

good luck at meeting the new cats
follow what your heart tells you - obviously you and Tom have lots of love to give and they would be so lucky to have you!Let us know how it turns out.

 

[swankybeth]

Hey, I didn't see you at the party on Friday night! You were there right?? How was your quickie trip?

Yes, we were there and we had a great time!! And guess who is in your fireworks pic??? US!!! In the corner on the bench there drinking water is my DH and I'm sitting next to him. We were right there at the Crystal Palace watching fireworks too! I can't believe we still managed to miss each other!

 

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

Yes, we were there and we had a great time!! And guess who is in your fireworks pic??? US!!! In the corner on the bench there drinking water is my DH and I'm sitting next to him. We were right there at the Crystal Palace watching fireworks too! I can't believe we still managed to miss each other!

That is hilarious!!!!

 

[BippityBoo]

Awww poor Emma. Even my 5 year old had trouble with Wishes. Even though there is beautiful music, it can get pretty loud! I am curious to see how my 2 year old handles it this year. He slept through last year

We usually stand by the Ice Cream shop on the corner, kind of far away, but still visible. Where were you standing?

 

[Stefy]

Good luck with meeting the cats, they are really lucky to be going home with you guys

 

[NikkiLovesWDW!]

We just got back from lunch, after spending about an hour and a half in a little room with Gordy and Newman. It was such a big decision and after taking some time to think about it, we decided to not take them home with us.

I wanted to fall in love with them both even thought I KNOW that it takes months, even years, to become as close to cats as we eventually became to Jack and Kitty. We really loved Newman, he was very easy to love but we had some concerns about Gordy...nothing crazy but we just weren't feeling him. He was very active, trying to jump on everything and I don't think we're ready for that right now.

But what really made us not take them was the fact that it's just way too soon. Every time I made the decision in my mind that we should take them, I started crying about Jack. I miss him so much, it is so painful. I look at these two cats and they are strangers. I don't want strangers sleeping in Jack's chair and playing with his toys. I know that some people think getting a new pet is good for someone who just lost a pet, a distraction. But to me, I feel like they would be a constant reminder that Jack is not here.

I think we just need more time.

 

[PrincessCaitlin]

Hi I am a lurker and I am loving your trip report

I just wanted to say I am sorry about Jack and I know how close a pet can get to your heart. My dog recently passed away and it's been really tough.

It is nice remembering the good times though and I understand about not wanting another pet yet when the time is right you will be able to

 

[anetnmike]

 

[PopArtGal]

I so understand. It took me a year before I was ready for a cat.

 

[disneyfav4ever]

I understand. My dog died over the summer, and I've just started to really accept that he's gone. I do plan to steal my aunt's dogs at Christmas though. They're little, they'll fit right into my suitcase.

 

[BippityBoo]

Give yourself a little more time. Your heart will tell you when it is time

 

[Stefy]

We just got back from lunch, after spending about an hour and a half in a little room with Gordy and Newman. It was such a big decision and after taking some time to think about it, we decided to not take them home with us.

I wanted to fall in love with them both even thought I KNOW that it takes months, even years, to become as close to cats as we eventually became to Jack and Kitty. We really loved Newman, he was very easy to love but we had some concerns about Gordy...nothing crazy but we just weren't feeling him. He was very active, trying to jump on everything and I don't think we're ready for that right now.

But what really made us not take them was the fact that it's just way too soon. Every time I made the decision in my mind that we should take them, I started crying about Jack. I miss him so much, it is so painful. I look at these two cats and they are strangers. I don't want strangers sleeping in Jack's chair and playing with his toys. I know that some people think getting a new pet is good for someone who just lost a pet, a distraction. But to me, I feel like they would be a constant reminder that Jack is not here.

I think we just need more time.

Oh I'm sorry it didn't work out but like everyone one says give yourself a lil more time and you will know when you are ready

 

[knewton64]

esp from MNSSHP.

Never been to it & lookin forward to it.