Mystery Woman w/Teddy Bears at Grand Floridian Mystery Solved!!

[wtccheermom]

I just don't understand why some posters on this thread find this so distasteful.. "Happiness" is not a fatal disease.. It's a blessing - whether you're on the giving end or the receiving end.. Thank God for people like Lynne!

Because apparently there are a few on here who spend thousands of dollars to go to WDW to worry more about what others around them are wearing, eating, drinking, and whatever else others around them are doing that has no direct effect on them instead of enjoying their vacation

 

[Mimi1965]

agree with you Karen-the children she encounters at the grand Floridian are amongst the most privileged in the USA- a child in a shelter would appreciate the bears more.
It's still an odd situation to me- and I wonder why wdw allows it

 

[C.Ann]

I won't get into why she needs to find help (and yes, I do hold a masters degree in social work if you would like to question or challenge my credentials or level of education).
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You have never spoken to her - you have never seen her - you have never interviewed her - so the mere fact that you have a masters degree does not put you in a position of being able to "diagnose" what may or may not be "wrong" with her..
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From my post, I am simply hoping that SOMEONE who knows her will heed my advice and take action.
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The OP of this post is her sister - who I would assume is in a much better position of making a diagnosis (if one is needed) and/or making decisions as to whether she requires "professional help" than you, me, or anyone else here..
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Her behavior may be triggered by psychological trauma suffered as a result from the loss of her husband. It could also be environmental, and bringing her to the very place where she shared memories with her husband might only be enabling and flaming the illness.
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This is not "new" behavior.. This has been her enjoyment prior to her DH's passing as well.. And from what I understand, he would often accompany her and found it rather enjoyable himself.. They both simply enjoyed Disney World..
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As to her repetitive coping mechanisms- eccentric clothes, wig, makeup, nails, garbage bags filled with old bears, ritualized behavior she feels compelled to perform each day, etc..

I did not see her described in this manner at all.. Could you please find the parts I have underlined in the last part of your post and pull them up for me? If I missed them, I owe you an apology.. If you have described her incorrectly, then maybe you would like to apologize to the OP - Lynne's sister..

 

[DisneyFan32WI]

The parts underlined are from my own two eyes-and they can't be too far off from the observations that others have experienced as well.

*This is NOT your typical "widowed old woman" that I believe people are imagining in their heads.

 

[momrek06]

agree with you Karen-the children she encounters at the grand Floridian are amongst the most privileged in the USA- a child in a shelter would appreciate the bears more.
It's still an odd situation to me- and I wonder why wdw allows it

Thanks, Mimi, it is a sad time we are all living in. So many littles going without and how they would love a warm, cuddly Teddy bear to hold each night as they lay their heads down on a cot in a shelter.

 

[Disneyadore]

Funny thing is obviously her presence is obviously not that big of an issue to the rest of the guest because if it was I am sure the GF would address it. In fact I saw several GF cast members stop and chat friendly with her. It is amazing to me what some people on here find offensive just happy to know that the rest of the world does not think that way. What a novel idea to go on vacation and worry about you and your family!!!!!!

Well we just might take here with us to enjoy the perks and food of the club level. We will just ask front desk if this is okay and let her enjoy a few snacks and if she likes a glass of wine or just coffee.

 

[Mimi1965]

The opp posted this thread in 2008 and has
only 17 posts- I doubt she even knows this thread
still is being discussed.
I still think it " creepy" for any non paying person
to hang out daily in any hotel lobby

 

[Mimi1965]

Well we just might take here with us to enjoy the perks and food of the club level. We will just ask front desk if this is okay and let her enjoy a few snacks and if she likes a glass of wine or just coffee.

So now we have disers going to actively seeking
out this woman to feed her on the free food
at the club level?

 

[C.Ann]

Because apparently there are a few on here who spend thousands of dollars to go to WDW to worry more about what others around them are wearing, eating, drinking, and whatever else others around them are doing that has no direct effect on them instead of enjoying their vacation

Actually I think it's just people making choices.. People can choose to be happy - make others happy (in whatever manner they choose) - and/or be happy for others - or they can choose to be miserable and try to drag everyone else down with them..

I choose happiness - as irritating as that must be to those who choose misery.. I'm happy that Lynne has the wonderful opportunity to visit WDW every day - and I'm happy that she can bring happiness to those who are receptive to it.. Hopefully she will have many, many, more happy days at the GF - teddy bears and all...

 

[DisneyFan32WI]

So now we have disers going to actively seeking
out this woman to feed her on the free food
at the club level?

Yes, this is the problem. She is treated as an attraction, pet, or an indigent (which she is not).

 

[momrek06]

Yes, this is the problem. She is treated as an attraction, pet, or an indigent (which she is not).

Well let me tell you, if she headed out every morning to a different homeless shelter in central Florida with her teddies, she would not be an "attraction" but instead she would be "hero" to all those families she would make so happy!

 

[momrek06]

Well we just might take here with us to enjoy the perks and food of the club level. We will just ask front desk if this is okay and let her enjoy a few snacks and if she likes a glass of wine or just coffee.

Are you kidding?

 

[wdwmom2]

Actually I think it's just people making choices.. People can choose to be happy - make others happy (in whatever manner they choose) - and/or be happy for others - or they can choose to be miserable and try to drag everyone else down with them..

I choose happiness - as irritating as that must be to those who choose misery.. I'm happy that Lynne has the wonderful opportunity to visit WDW every day - and I'm happy that she can bring happiness to those who are receptive to it.. Hopefully she will have many, many, more happy days at the GF - teddy bears and all...

We think the same way C.Ann.

 

[eeyoresnr]

So now we have disers going to actively seeking
out this woman to feed her on the free food
at the club level?

I wouldn't exactly call it "free" food....it's more than paid for in the club level price

 

[eeyoresnr]

Yes, this is the problem. She is treated as an attraction, pet, or an indigent (which she is not).

no...she is treated like a lonely woman, and if more people would take time from their busy lives to notice and spend a little time with the many lonely widows and widowers in the world....the world would be a better place

 

[momrek06]

Well we just might take here with us to enjoy the perks and food of the club level. We will just ask front desk if this is okay and let her enjoy a few snacks and if she likes a glass of wine or just coffee.

Maybe you would give some thought to stopping at a homeless shelter in central Florida and offering those in need "the perks and food of the club level" as well. I am so sure the volunteers at the shelter would be thrilled at your offerings to those in need.

 

[wdwmom2]

no...she is treated like a lonely woman, and if more people would take time from their busy lives to notice and spend a little time with the many lonely widows and widowers in the world....the world would be a better place

Yep, it's called compassion. And it is a great thing to have!

 

[Disneyadore]

I wouldn't exactly call it "free" food....it's more than paid for in the club level price

Paying almost a thousand Dollar per night it is well payed food. And the CM on that level are always very polite and helpful. As they always state "your guests are our guests" so there would be nothing to stop us by sharing this perk with anyone we want.

 

[momrek06]

if more people would take time from their busy lives to notice and spend a little time with the many lonely widows and widowers in the world....the world would be a better place

Now this post ITA with.

 

[C.Ann]

We think the same way C.Ann.

Thank goodness!! Now I think I need to step away from this thread before I "catch" the "misery" (which can be fatal - strokes; heart attacks; ulcers; etc..)
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To anyone heading down to WDW soon, if you stop to chat with Lynne, be sure to tell her there's a whole bunch of people out here who appreciate the happiness she shares with others each and every day..