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[duquette25]

Ok, I scanned the pages out of the Passporter with the packing list on them. Here ya go.

Sorry, I couldn't get that first one to turn out great. Let me know if you want me to try it again.

Wow, thank you. That is awesome. I greatly appreciate it.

I just wanted to thank you for sharing your story. My little brother has larsens syndrome and had to have casts like that when he was younger and I have had 2 heart surgery's. I have a feeling of how hard it is for you. My brother was given a new wheelchair through The Dream Factory which is very much like MAW found.

You are gonna have such a great time at disney!!!


I am going to message you some of the websites that helped us when we traveled!!!


Don't forget to keep us posted on all the details of your trip!!!

I have never heard of that. I will have to look it up. The cast was awful. He was in a different cast for 6 months straight. And talk about heavy. Wow that's awesome about the wheelchair. That's what my husband keeps saying, he used to go to disney all the time when he was a little kid. Thank you for all the great info about traveling tips. I really appreciate them.

Aww, what cuties! I read a bit of your trip report the other day but now just getting back to it and you have posted a zillion more adorable pictures!

I love the duck. My son loves penguins the way yours loves ducks I think!

Is that a quilt I spy in the picture? If you sew or quilt or anything you have to share with us!

The boys cars collection is unbelievable!!! OMG! I cannot believe how many they have!

Thank you. My son has a raccoon, but he calls it a squirrell . No no no, my mom quilts, not me LOL. I will take some pics of what she's done. I honestly don't enjoy stabbing myself LOL It took us a while to get that cars collection, but they play with it all the time. I just cleaned the toy room yesterday and there were cars everywhere. My kids are silly.

 

[duquette25]

Today was Grandparents day at Jeremiah's school. I dragged my parents down there with me, they weren't going to go which really really bothered me. So, I get up this morning and my husband didn't have to leave until 6:30 so he got Jeremiah dressed and fed him breakfast so I could get some things done of my own. I leave here at 6:55, because I also had to take my 15 year old nephew to school this morning, and I HATE being late. I get Jeremiah to school, drop him off at 7:35, leave the school and get home at 8:00. Grandparents day starts at 9:00. We leave here again at 8:15 and make it to his school 20 minutes before it started. We go into his classroom and there's Jeremiah jumping up and down because his little brother and grandparents are there. It was so funny the way Ethan was acting. No, I'm a HUGE DINGBAT!!! I forgot my camera so no pics of the boys this morning sorry. To make a long story short, Ethan had a blast with Jeremiah this morning, and before I could even put Ethan in his wheelchair to leave he had to give everybody in the classroom a hug and kiss, it was AWESOME!!! Hopefully I can get some pics from the teachers, they took pics this morning.
Jeremiah will be going on his first field trip Monday the 8th. They are going to an apple orchard. I hope he has a GREAT time.
I will have more pics later. I'm trying to get things ready for October 3rd. It's a long story, I will tell you about that later. It's time to go get Jeremiah from school now.

 

[Trentmom]

Cute pics with the ducks




I saw Mac from Cars in one of the pics.. We just got that last night for DS at Toys R Us.


hope the dentist goes okay


The class trip sounds like fun



Hugs for you for all your stress

 

[duquette25]

Cute pics with the ducks




I saw Mac from Cars in one of the pics.. We just got that last night for DS at Toys R Us.


hope the dentist goes okay


The class trip sounds like fun



Hugs for you for all your stress

The kids wouldn't know what to do without their cars lol. Thank you. The dentist with Jeremiah went pretty good, he just had one cavity filled, he suprisingly LOVES the dentist, don't know why but he does. Ethan on the other hand despises the dentist, but I don't blame him with all the stuff that he's been through. I hope Jeremiah has a GREAT time on his first trip. AWWWWWW thanks for the hug. I appreciate it. I've got more pics to post.

 

[duquette25]

I know I told my friend I wouldn't do this until tomorrow nightish, but I told the kids they could watch Dora for a few more minutes, so I'm going to post these pics now. I'll have more hopefully tomorrow and Sunday. I'm still waiting to hear from the wish volunteers about the wish party, hopefully that'll come soon. I've got a TON of things scheduled for the upcoming weeks. The 8th Jeremiah goes on his first field trip, the 9th he gets to see McGruff the crime dog at his school and I also have a meeting with the special needs committee(i can't spell) for Ethan. The 12th Jeremiah's class is going to be making apple pies so I've got to bring some stuff for that and I'm also the mystery reader for his class that afternoon and it's my mom's b-day. The 14th we've got a 75th anniversary for my old church to go to. The 15th Ethan goes back to the dentist to have his teeth fixed. The 16th is an early release day so ALL the kids will be coming home from school early. The 22nd is my husban'ds mom's b-day. The 23rd I go back to get Ethan's braces for his legs. That's it for this month, I think. If anything else comes up I'll let you guys know. There's not a whole lot planned for the month of October, but when the time comes to post about it, then I will. Anyway, here's the pics from the kids playing with their daddy.

Jason and Jeremiah climbed a tree lol

A somewhat closer view of them in the tree

Ethan walking along the brick wall

He kept telling me to go away.

Ethan coming down the driveway with his dump truck.

Ethan and Jeremiah on the brick wall

Ethan and Jeremiah on the brick wall again

There they are again.

 

[Tat2ddisneymom]

Hi, Shavone! I was online trying to help myself make a shopping list to get ready to leave, and I remembered you needed a packing list. I found one on one of the websites that has some interesting things on it. Here ya go!

OUR VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Media

* Cellphone and charger
* Digital camera, batteries, memory cards, manual
* iPod/MP3 player and headphones, batteries, mini-speakers
* Disposable underwater camera
* Camera case
* Foreign-language dictionary or phrase book
* Journal/notebook and pen
* Maps and directions
* Mini-DVD player or DVD-capable laptop and DVDs
* Reading material
* Travel guide(s)

Medical

* Antibiotic cream
* Anti-diarrheal medication
* Band-Aids
* Birth control
* Bug repellent
* Cortisone 1% anti-itch cream
* Extra pair of eyeglasses
* For cruisers: Sea-sickness bands or pills
* Lubricant
* Pain reliever
* Prescription medicines

Money & Documents

* Addresses for sending postcards/e-mail
* Auto insurance card
* Business cards
* Cash
* Copy of marriage license
* Copy of medical history, if necessary
* Copy of vacation packing list
* Driver's license/international driver's license
* Emergency numbers and embassy address
* Frequent flyer/frequent guest cards
* Paper airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
* Passports and visas, if necessary
* Photo ID
* Pre-paid phone card
* Travelers checks and receipt (keep separate)
* Vaccination certificates, if required
* Vouchers/coupons/tickets
* Your itinerary

Miscellaneous/Extras

* Anti-bacterial wipes
* Bubble bath
* Binoculars
* Currency converter
* Duct tape
* Keys
* Krazy Glue
* Lint roller
* Luggage locks approved by TSA
* Massage oil
* Plastic Zip-Loc bags
* Playing cards
* Q-Tips
* Scented candle
* Sports gear (tennis racquets, golf clubs, swim goggles)
* Sunscreen/SPF
* Sunglasses
* Travel alarm clock
* Umbrella
* Zip ties

HIS VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Menswear

* Athletic or walking shoes
* Belts
* Boxers / Briefs
* Casual shirts
* Dress shoes
* Hat
* Oxford shirts
* Pants
* Pajamas / Robe
* Sandals
* Shirts
* Shorts
* Sports jacket
* Swim wear
* Tie
* T-shirts / Undershirts
* Workout clothes

Men's Toiletries

* Comb / Brush
* Deodorant
* Floss
* Lip balm
* Rogaine, if necessary
* Shaving kit / Shaving Cream
* Shampoo / Conditioner / Styling Products
* Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash

HER VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Women's Clothing and Accessories

* Bathing suit
* Bras
* Panties
* Lingerie
* Costume jewelry -- earrings, necklace, bracelets
* Fake diamond engagement ring (leave the real one in a safety-deposit box till you return)
* Dress
* Heels
* Pareo/sarong/big scarf
* Robe
* Sandals
* Shorts/Capris
* Skirt
* Slacks
* Slip/Bodyslimmer/Spanx
* Sneakers or walking shoes
* Socks
* Stylish shirt
* Sweater
* Straw/wide-brimmed hat
* Tank/halter/sleeveless tops
* Thongs
* Workout clothes

Sundries

* Acne control product
* Baby powder
* Blow dryer/straightening iron
* Comb/Brush
* Cosmetic case/makeup bag
* Deodorant
* Depilatory
* Eyeliner
* Eye Shadow
* Lipsticks
* Blush
* Mascara
* Makeup remover
* Facial cleanser
* Moisturizer/SPF
* Tampons
* Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
* Dental floss
* Shampoo/conditioner/styling products
* Scrunchies
* Tweezers

 

[Trentmom]

The kids wouldn't know what to do without their cars lol. Thank you. The dentist with Jeremiah went pretty good, he just had one cavity filled, he suprisingly LOVES the dentist, don't know why but he does. Ethan on the other hand despises the dentist, but I don't blame him with all the stuff that he's been through. I hope Jeremiah has a GREAT time on his first trip. AWWWWWW thanks for the hug. I appreciate it. I've got more pics to post.

Glad it went well. Lucky you having a child who likes the dentist

I have not taken DS yet...Every dr says smething different..some say take them at 2, others say 3-4 and some say 5.

So I am going to take him maybe in November right before his 5th birthday

The dr asked me if I had taken him yet to dentist last year on his 4th well visit. I said No, I would take him before he started school...my bad

I was told first visit....they do nothing but look in the child mouth....I do not have dental insurance, so was trying to hold off.

Adorable pictures...Too funny, he was looking away


Great packing list Tat!!!

 

[duquette25]

Hi, Shavone! I was online trying to help myself make a shopping list to get ready to leave, and I remembered you needed a packing list. I found one on one of the websites that has some interesting things on it. Here ya go!

OUR VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Media

* Cellphone and charger
* Digital camera, batteries, memory cards, manual
* iPod/MP3 player and headphones, batteries, mini-speakers
* Disposable underwater camera
* Camera case
* Foreign-language dictionary or phrase book
* Journal/notebook and pen
* Maps and directions
* Mini-DVD player or DVD-capable laptop and DVDs
* Reading material
* Travel guide(s)

Medical

* Antibiotic cream
* Anti-diarrheal medication
* Band-Aids
* Birth control
* Bug repellent
* Cortisone 1% anti-itch cream
* Extra pair of eyeglasses
* For cruisers: Sea-sickness bands or pills
* Lubricant
* Pain reliever
* Prescription medicines

Money & Documents

* Addresses for sending postcards/e-mail
* Auto insurance card
* Business cards
* Cash
* Copy of marriage license
* Copy of medical history, if necessary
* Copy of vacation packing list
* Driver's license/international driver's license
* Emergency numbers and embassy address
* Frequent flyer/frequent guest cards
* Paper airline tickets or e-ticket confirmation
* Passports and visas, if necessary
* Photo ID
* Pre-paid phone card
* Travelers checks and receipt (keep separate)
* Vaccination certificates, if required
* Vouchers/coupons/tickets
* Your itinerary

Miscellaneous/Extras

* Anti-bacterial wipes
* Bubble bath
* Binoculars
* Currency converter
* Duct tape
* Keys
* Krazy Glue
* Lint roller
* Luggage locks approved by TSA
* Massage oil
* Plastic Zip-Loc bags
* Playing cards
* Q-Tips
* Scented candle
* Sports gear (tennis racquets, golf clubs, swim goggles)
* Sunscreen/SPF
* Sunglasses
* Travel alarm clock
* Umbrella
* Zip ties

HIS VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Menswear

* Athletic or walking shoes
* Belts
* Boxers / Briefs
* Casual shirts
* Dress shoes
* Hat
* Oxford shirts
* Pants
* Pajamas / Robe
* Sandals
* Shirts
* Shorts
* Sports jacket
* Swim wear
* Tie
* T-shirts / Undershirts
* Workout clothes

Men's Toiletries

* Comb / Brush
* Deodorant
* Floss
* Lip balm
* Rogaine, if necessary
* Shaving kit / Shaving Cream
* Shampoo / Conditioner / Styling Products
* Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash

HER VACATION PACKING LIST ITEMS

Women's Clothing and Accessories

* Bathing suit
* Bras
* Panties
* Lingerie
* Costume jewelry -- earrings, necklace, bracelets
* Fake diamond engagement ring (leave the real one in a safety-deposit box till you return)
* Dress
* Heels
* Pareo/sarong/big scarf
* Robe
* Sandals
* Shorts/Capris
* Skirt
* Slacks
* Slip/Bodyslimmer/Spanx
* Sneakers or walking shoes
* Socks
* Stylish shirt
* Sweater
* Straw/wide-brimmed hat
* Tank/halter/sleeveless tops
* Thongs
* Workout clothes

Sundries

* Acne control product
* Baby powder
* Blow dryer/straightening iron
* Comb/Brush
* Cosmetic case/makeup bag
* Deodorant
* Depilatory
* Eyeliner
* Eye Shadow
* Lipsticks
* Blush
* Mascara
* Makeup remover
* Facial cleanser
* Moisturizer/SPF
* Tampons
* Toothbrush/toothpaste/mouthwash
* Dental floss
* Shampoo/conditioner/styling products
* Scrunchies
* Tweezers

Wow, thank you very much. These will all come in handy. My husband said he isn't going to help me make a packing list much less pack so I've got to do all this by myself for 4 people. Oh well, things happen. At least I know if I do it I'll get it done faster. The bad part is that I also have to pack to go to CT.

Glad it went well. Lucky you having a child who likes the dentist

I have not taken DS yet...Every dr says smething different..some say take them at 2, others say 3-4 and some say 5.

So I am going to take him maybe in November right before his 5th birthday

The dr asked me if I had taken him yet to dentist last year on his 4th well visit. I said No, I would take him before he started school...my bad

I was told first visit....they do nothing but look in the child mouth....I do not have dental insurance, so was trying to hold off.

Adorable pictures...Too funny, he was looking away


Great packing list Tat!!!

Wow, the dentists down here say they're supposed to be seen as young as 2. Everybody is different though. Wow, I'm sorry to hear that you don't have dental insurance that's awful. Just not looking forward to having such a busy month. I just want a break from all the stress ya know?

 

[duquette25]

I went to hang out with my friend Saturday. It was AWESOME!!!!!!! She gave me so much information about going to Disney and she showed me her pin collection. It was cool. She gave me a pin to start the collection for the kids. So, hopefully we'll be able to get that started for the kids while we're there so they can have something. I also got my hair done on Saturday. My husband's little sister is getting married October 5th and we'll be leaving here on the 3rd I believe after Jeremiah gets out of school, then we'll be coming home after the wedding is over. It's a 17 hour drive straight through. And yes we're only staying 2 days. I told my husband that this time I'll drive some of the way, but he has to not be grumpy like he is right now. Jeremiah is supposed to be the ring barrer and Jason is supposed to be in the wedding, don't know what he's going to be yet, but he's going to be in it. Anyway, I have some pics from this afternoon and yesterday. I'm getting soooooooooo excited about our trip. I'm still waiting to hear from the wish volunteers.

my pretty pretty hair lol

me again

it's sideways, but this is the 4 of us together after church

the 4 of us again

Hopefully I will have more pics to show later on this week, but I don't know, this week is pretty busy. I'll try to get some pics of my nephews that live here and my parents as well. My parents don't like having their pics taken so I'll have to sneak them in I hope everyone has had a GREAT GREAT weekend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[duquette25]

I haven't posted in a couple of days or a day I can't remember anyway, I'm posting today lol. I don't have any new pics to put up, but I'll have some later on. I'm still waiting to hear from the volunteers about the wish party. I emailed one of them yesterday to see if we would need the kids car seats, but no response yet. I went to Ethan's meeting this morning about getting him into special needs pre-k and I think it went pretty well. They went over all the basics of what the goals are for him and what they're going to work hard for him to reach. He starts 9/18/08. Yes next Thursday, but we are only doing 2 days a week right now Thursdays and Fridays and half days, just so he won't be too overwhelmed with it. I am allowed to change anything if need be. And right now I just really feel that 2 days a week for right now is plenty for him, because of all the upcoming things that will be going on. Like going to CT for 2 days next month and going to WDW the first week of November and all the dr appts that he's got as well as the next surgeries that are upcoming. The team agreed for right now 2 days a week is plenty for right now. BY NO MEANS what so ever am I ready for this. I know it's only half day and 2 days, but still, I will be here all by myself now. I won't know what to do with myself lol. It's going to be very hard for me next week. I don't know how I'm going to manage this. Unfortunately I will not be able to get him on the bus, due to the fact that the bus will pick him up around 7:15AM and I'm already on the road taking Jeremiah to school, and I have no one around here to take him to school for me, or else I would ask them. All of my friends live FAR FAR away except Carla, but she works. Anyway, enough whining. I just wanted to let you guys know that he will be starting school next week and I will have pics of that for you to see. I think that's about all for now. I will update again later.

 

[Leger13]

Great pictures. I said it before in person but I think your hair looks great! and the last picture of the 4 of you is adorable. YOu know you can flip your pictures in photobucket.

I know you are sad but I'm glad you were able to get Ethan into school. Is he excited about it? I'm sure you will find some time to occupy your time while they are both in school and then you will be so happy when they are there I wish I could help you out and take Jeremiah to school for you but I'm at work by 7am. I hope it all works out for you

 

[Trentmom]

Your new haircut and color looks awesome!!!



Aw.....your baby is starting school


Mine started last week and it is hard

 

[duquette25]

Great pictures. I said it before in person but I think your hair looks great! and the last picture of the 4 of you is adorable. YOu know you can flip your pictures in photobucket.

I know you are sad but I'm glad you were able to get Ethan into school. Is he excited about it? I'm sure you will find some time to occupy your time while they are both in school and then you will be so happy when they are there I wish I could help you out and take Jeremiah to school for you but I'm at work by 7am. I hope it all works out for you

LOL. Now why in the world would I want to flip it? LOL I like being sideways lol. Thank you. I just have to figure out how to use my flat iron, so I can straighten my own hair. Ethan said he was excited, he was telling everybody about it yesterday that he gets to ride the bus in his wheelchair. We'll see what happens when it actually gets here. I just wish I was able to be here to get him on the bus, I really don't want to miss that. LOL, I know. It's all good. My mom's got it covered, but she's a downer about the whole thing. She's like he's not going to get on that bus without somebody being with him, he's not going to like the bus being alone, he's not going to like this he's not going to like that. She's really frustrating me. But I know deep down that he'll be fine and the teacher told me that if I wanted to I could come up to the school and check on him whenever I wanted to for the first couple of weeks. I really hope he enjoys school. I really think he will.

 

[duquette25]

I have Jeremiah's schedule for the day. I thought it would be interesting for you guys to see what he does on a daily basis.

7:45-8:00 Meet and Greet- gretting song, attendance, perform class jobs,
Pledge of Allegiance, phonological awareness activites
8:00-8:10 Music and Movement-large group, teacher initiated activities using
musical instruments, music, props, self-expressive movements,
singing
8:10-8:25 Daily News-focus on calendar, math and language skills using
chants, cheers song and/or dance
8:25-8:30 Transition-prepare for snack, restroom, wash hands
8:30-8:50 Snack-teachers sit with students and promote positive social
experience
8:50-9:20 Outside Time-child and/or teacher initiated activites
9:20-9:30 Transition-water break, restroom, wash hands
9:30-10:00 Large Group-theme study:discovery, exploration, discussion,
stories and songs, phonological awareness activities
10:00-10:20 Small Group-teachers working with students on specific skills
10:20-11:20 Work time center-planned materials added to centers to enrich
and extend students experience and theme study
11:20-11:30 Transition-clean up, regroup, prepare for lunch, bathroom, wash
hands
11:30-12:00 Lunch-discussion (healthy eating manners, one to one
interaction and responsibilities)
12:00-12:15 Story time
12:15-1:15 Rest Time
1:15-1:30 Daily journals-recall today's events (illustrate/write)(transition
from rest-time, put mats/blankets away, bathroom, wash hands)
1:30-1:45 Outside time-child and/or teacher initiated activities
1:45-2:05 Large Group-literacy activity, musci and movement, story time
2:05-2:15 Closing-large group review of the day, sharing time
2:15 Dismissal-car riders escorted to vehicle, afterschoolers to class


He's got a pretty fun filled day at school. He really enjoys school and the homework that he gets to do when he gets home. He likes all the kids in his class.

 

[Tat2ddisneymom]

Wow, thank you very much. These will all come in handy. My husband said he isn't going to help me make a packing list much less pack so I've got to do all this by myself for 4 people. Oh well, things happen. At least I know if I do it I'll get it done faster. The bad part is that I also have to pack to go to CT.

You're welcome! You know you wouldn't wanna forget that Rogaine!

 

[eyor44]

Your boys are adorable. I hope you all have a great time at Disney. I know you will. My nephew had a Wish four years ago and they were wonderful to him.

 

[duquette25]

Your boys are adorable. I hope you all have a great time at Disney. I know you will. My nephew had a Wish four years ago and they were wonderful to him.

Thank you. They are a handful. I hope we have a good time too. I'm excited about going. I've never been. My husband used to go when he was little. Did he really? That's awesome. Where did they get to stay?

 

[eyor44]

Thank you. They are a handful. I hope we have a good time too. I'm excited about going. I've never been. My husband used to go when he was little. Did he really? That's awesome. Where did they get to stay?

They stayed at a place called Give the Kids the World. A bit off site. Not sure now if it was through Make-A-Wish foundation or not. They paid for the whole family to fly down, their accomodations, meals and even gift cards for souviners for the whole family. I was impressed. Because he would get tired very easily they gave him a front of the line pass and he got to choose everything they did.

 

[duquette25]

They stayed at a place called Give the Kids the World. A bit off site. Not sure now if it was through Make-A-Wish foundation or not. They paid for the whole family to fly down, their accomodations, meals and even gift cards for souviners for the whole family. I was impressed. Because he would get tired very easily they gave him a front of the line pass and he got to choose everything they did.

I've heard of that place. I have no idea where we're staying yet. I hope we find out soon. That sounds really awesome. Wow a front of the line pass, that's AWESOME!!!

 

[duquette25]

Hey everybody. Our oldest son has spots. I took him to the dr yesterday and they couldn't tell me what they were, so they just treated him for scabies. If he's still got it on Monday I will take him back to the dr. Hopefully it'll start to clear up by then though. He's not contagious and they said he could still go to school, so I sent him to school today so he wouldn't miss his field trip. Right now I'm washing everything that was in our room that he slept on or touched.

Ethan is doing good. I'm not really looking forward to his dentist appt on Monday, but I've got to get it done so I can get all of his school paper work turned in so he can be registered. I'm still waiting to hear from the trasnportation people, he will be riding the bus to and from school. I'm also waiting to hear from the wish volunteers. We leave 3 weeks to go to CT for 2 days. We will leave when Jeremiah gets out of school at 2:15, we will hit the road and be in CT sometime Saturday morningish. Then the rehersal dinner/party is Saturday afternoon/night not really sure. Then the wedding is Sunday at 12. We are either leaving as soon as the wedding is over or just after the reciption is over at 4. It takes us 17 hours to get there driving straight through. So leaving Sunday afternoon/night will put us home sometime Monday morning. That way the kids will still be on their own schedule and they will go to bed early Monday night and Jeremiah will not miss school Tuesday and Jason won't miss work on Tuesday. Jeremiah's already missed 4 days of school already and he's only been in school a month yesterday. I hate that he's missing school, but there's nothing really I can do about it.

On a note about WDW. Has anybody besides Carla heard about the pin trading that she told me about?