Not All Who Wander Are Lost Unless You’re Waldo. A Julyish PTR. UPDATED AGAIN! 7/28

[debraW76]

Yes there is...she leaves in 13 days

 

[jordanyosh]

I've been MIA, but see that she's been too.....

She might be melting..it's hot out here in So Cal.......

 

[Flora]

I remembered you're leaving soon. Just popping in to wish you a wonderful vacation!!!

 

[Lauralee131]

Seriously??? Page FIVE?????

 

[Lauralee131]

Know what I think? I think I've taken yet another DISer down. First it was Kinder, Gentler Lauralee, now it's Penciled and Less-Prepared T.

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! I'll make a group of slacker relaxers out of ya'll yet! Next thing, you'll be planning copious amounts of pool time.

How in the heck did I miss THIS before??!!

 

[TheDISneyFamily]

You're on page 3... but not anymore! The final countdown has begun! See you soon, my friend! Hope this week goes by quickly!

 

[puggymom]

Here you are at your final countdown

make sure youi give Evan a B-day cheek pinch from Miss Mo and tell him I 'm sending him special wishes for his special day.

And of course give Maddie a big hug and kiss for me too!

Have a wonderful time!!!!!!!!

 

[Disneyland_Mama]

Wow! Where in the heck did I leave off?

I know.


I suck.


It's just been so crazy around here, I've had to completely neglect my PTR. Sorry to those who bailed (heck I almost did too!) and THANKS! to those who are still around.



Well, this is what our countdown calendar says:




It's almost time to celebrate!!!

Everything is just about done. Everyone is just about packed (except Waldo) - he's always the fish swimming (wandering) the other way.

Plans are printed, laminated and placed lovingly in my Disney Notebook....

I wanted to do something special for Evan's birthday, so I perused the Disney Florist website and decided on the Mickey's Birthday surprise package. I showed it to Andy who and we went over what exactly was included in the bargain price of $195. Most of the stuff Evan wouldn't really appreciate, so I headed over to Memoriesbybetsy and make a Birthday basket request.

This is what Betsy created for us:

In Evan's basket, she put in a Celebrate t-shirt, Birthday ears, Mickey Birthday plush, Birthday lanyard and a birthday button. Isn't it cute?

Feeling a little bad for Maddie, I asked Betsy to create something for Maddie, just on a smaller scale. For Maddie she included a Minnie "Celebrate Everyday" plush, Minnie headband ears, and an Autograph book and pen.

Her price was very reasonable and she was just wonderful. I will use her again, no doubt.


I also wanted Evan to have a t-shirt to wear on his birthday during the day at MK, so I asked Tracy (MrsKSomeday) if she would mind using her mad crafty skillz and make a design for Evan. She created the cutest print that I transfered on to a sleeveless shirt:

Isn't it adorable? I showed it to him and just he loved it! Tracy - Evan sends you a big "THANK YOU!" hug!


Eek! I'm out of time! Got to get TE off to the Dr. for another check-up on that knee!

More later......

 

[mrsksomeday]

I am SO HAPPY that Evan likes the design!! I get such a kick out of seeing the things I make being enjoyed. I hope you have a great trip!

 

[DisneyJo]

Those baskets are so cute and Evan will look adorable in that shirt!

Have a great trip my friend and remember me and my family when you ride TT

 

[jcc0621]

Everything is just about done. Everyone is just about packed (except Waldo) - he's always the fish swimming (wandering) the other way.

Plans are printed, laminated and placed lovingly in my Disney Notebook....

You are the Queen

In Evan's basket, she put in a Celebrate t-shirt, Birthday ears, Mickey Birthday plush, Birthday lanyard and a birthday button. Isn't it cute?

Feeling a little bad for Maddie, I asked Betsy to create something for Maddie, just on a smaller scale. For Maddie she included a Minnie "Celebrate Everyday" plush, Minnie headband ears, and an Autograph book and pen.

Awesome!

I also wanted Evan to have a t-shirt to wear on his birthday during the day at MK, so I asked Tracy (MrsKSomeday) if she would mind using her mad crafty skillz and make a design for Evan. She created the cutest print that I transfered on to a sleeveless shirt:

Isn't Tracy awesome!

Have a great trip my friend and remember me and my family when you ride TT

Jo, who doesn't think of you when riding TT

 

[jordanyosh]

Laminated plans!!!!! Can you see me drooling......

Done packing or almost done! it's a must! Hey, how many checked bags do you take now that there's a bag fee? I'm wondering if I can take just one suitcase and one carry on? I usually have quite a few souvies though for family and friends.....

That Tracy (mrsK) is everyone and just so generous with her time and talent.

 

[boysmom5150]

WOW 4 days!!!Very cute baskets for the kiddies. I use her alot and she never disappoints. So you are ready to go. wooohooo. R u going to post live updates/tweets??If so let me know so I can get hooked up.
Have a blast and cant wait to read about it when you get back.

 

[lazydoxy66]

I hope you have a wonderful vacation!

 

[DisneyJo]

Jo, who doesn't think of you when riding TT

Oh I'm sure there are a few people out there who don't

 

[Disneyland_Mama]

I am SO HAPPY that Evan likes the design!! I get such a kick out of seeing the things I make being enjoyed. I hope you have a great trip!

I'll be sure to post a pic of him wearing your creation. Thanks again!

Have a great trip my friend and remember me and my family when you ride TT

You'll be missed, my friend. Doesn't seem complete without you. I can't even drunk dial you! Ooh... I can drunk PM you, though.

I'm sure we'll have some funny TT photos in honour of our favourite Brit.

Isn't Tracy awesome!

Laminated plans!!!!! Can you see me drooling......

Does the same to me!

Done packing or almost done! it's a must! Hey, how many checked bags do you take now that there's a bag fee? I'm wondering if I can take just one suitcase and one carry on? I usually have quite a few souvies though for family and friends.....

I've got 3 checked suitcases (for the 4 of us) and each kid has a backpack, I have a carry-on tote and ANdy's got a small carry-on suitcase.
With United, if you pre-pay the baggage fee at home it's $11 v. $15 at the airport - so I"m prepaying. I always tuck a duffel bag in a suitcase for dirty clothes, that way I have room for the souvies.
I think you'll be just fine with 1 suitcase and 1 carry, though.

WOW 4 days!!!Very cute baskets for the kiddies. I use her alot and she never disappoints. So you are ready to go. wooohooo. R u going to post live updates/tweets??If so let me know so I can get hooked up.
Have a blast and cant wait to read about it when you get back.

Hi T2! I will post tweets, not sure about live updates, as I won't have a laptop and my DSi might not cut it for updates. But, I can tweet with my phone, so that's probably what I will do.

I hope you have a wonderful vacation!

Thanks Kristel!

Oh I'm sure there are a few people out there who don't

I doubt it.

 

[PrincessV]

It's almost time to celebrate!!!

Yes, yes, yes!!!

In Evan's basket, she put in a Celebrate t-shirt, Birthday ears, Mickey Birthday plush, Birthday lanyard and a birthday button. Isn't it cute?

Feeling a little bad for Maddie, I asked Betsy to create something for Maddie, just on a smaller scale. For Maddie she included a Minnie "Celebrate Everyday" plush, Minnie headband ears, and an Autograph book and pen.

Aww, they'll love these!

And this:

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Is fantastic! Well done Tracy!

Jo, who doesn't think of you when riding TT

LOL, so true!

You'll be missed, my friend. Doesn't seem complete without you. I can't even drunk dial you! Ooh... I can drunk PM you, though.

And we can drunk email her, from the (wait for it)... iPhone!

 

[Disneyland_Mama]

How could I forget the "PLAN"???!!!

Not one of you knows the "PLAN"! Scratch that, a few of you know the "PLAN", but I should probably post it, right?


Here's the "PLAN":


We fly out LAX taking the red-eye on Thursday night, arriving at the butt crack of stupid on Friday morning. THe butt-crack of stupid is 6am, TFI.

July 31st: My "PLAN" is to arrive at SSR (I already did online check-in), grab our folder and if our room is ready, head to our room for a little R&R and hit DTD, then a little pool time and head for Epcot around 2ish. Dinner at Le Chefs to see Remy! I'm so excited. Then I've got a date with V & LL for some champagne and cheese!

Aug 1st: My "PLAN" is to hit MK rope drop. Since this is Evan's birthday, he created the RideMax plan. We'll head out of the park around 1pm for some pool time and then meet up with V and Leo and LL, Tony and M for some birthday dinner at Chef Mickey's! We plan to head back to he park for some nighttime fun.

Aug 2nd: My "PLAN" is hit AK rope drop and let Evan get his EE ride on! He's so excited! He's been waiting 2 years to ride this one. He finally made the height this summer and is totally legit! BUT, I am taking his Vans with the fat sole, just in case. We'll stay here as long as we can, perhaps 2ish? and head back to SSR for some rest before heading out to Narcoossee's for dinner! I can't wait for this one!

Aug 3rd: My "PLAN" is to hit Epcot rope drop. We'll leave here after lunch for some pool time and/or rest and come back for dinner at Tutto Italia.

Aug 4th: My "PLAN" is to hit DHS rope drop and get our TSM on! Love, love, love this ride! We have it here and DLR, but I just can't get enough. NODepecheMode. We also have lunch plans with V & LL and their families. I'm excited about this one, too. Again, we'll take an afternoon break and then head for dinner at 1900 Park Fare. Afterward, I've got a meet with some dear friends, sans kids tonight!

Aug 5th: My "PLAN" is to hit MK again. That "PLAN" might change, depending on how everyone is feeling. With DLR in our backyard, MK is just not high on our priority list, KWIM? So this day is a little iffy. We'll have dinner at the long awaited 'Ohana and then we have plans for the MK dessert buffet later that evening.

Aug 6th: My "PLAN" is to hit AK again and then hop over to Epcot for awhile. We'll have an afternoon break and head to Boma for dinner, and the kids will hit the Kid's Club. We'll probably head to DTD for some shopping.

Aug. 7th: Our last day. The plan is to hit Epcot late in the morning to get our fill of WS and just enjoy our last day taking it all in. I figure ME will pick us up around 4pm for our 7pm flight, so we'll head back to SSR around 2pm.


So you may notice my plan is a little more laid back than usual, right? Now I'm not admitting to going completely "Kinder and Gentler" ala LL, but I do admit that with DVC, running around the parks trying to get everything done is a priority for us. I know we'll be back next year. Heck, I even have our dates worked out.

I'm not sure I'll do any live updates, but I may post on here if I can't get my Twitter account to work, but for those of you who FB, I will be posting pics there.

I am setting up a new Twitter account for Follow Waldo here:

http://twitter.com/FindingWaldo

You don't have to join to Find Waldo, I've made it public! Have fun!

 

[sharkB8HooHaHa]

I'll be thinking of you guys all week! Wish Evan a very Happy Birthday for us...I hope his day is wonderful (he'll be in WDW...who needs to hope?)

Have a wonderful and safe trip. I'll be following Waldo

 

[jcc0621]

Looks great T. I will add Finding waldo to my twitter account, not if I can figure out how the heck it works on my phone