NOVEMBER 2012 Trip Planners Thread~ Everybody is Welcome~Part 3 already!

[mommyof3princess27]

Need help! I have to complete these trip binders this weekend for my out of town family... should I put the confirmation numbers on the meal times? Should include menus? What other things should I include? MVMCP info? Osbourne lights? Ideas!!!

 

[KSBelle77]

I see everyone posting about trip binders. Can I ask a stupid question? What are trip binders?

 

[mommyof3princess27]

I see everyone posting about trip binders. Can I ask a stupid question? What are trip binders?

just a binder where I have broken our trip down into days with everything we are doing those days

 

[KSBelle77]

just a binder where I have broken our trip down into days with everything we are doing those days

Oh ok! I did one of those when I went to Italy. So for your question are the binders for people on the trip that may want t I do something else and not stay as a group or for people at home to know where you are?

 

[GMU MOM]

I put this on FB but gonna post it here in hopes that someone else MAY feel this way too~ Im gonna post this because well I dont want it on my fb page and I trust you guys....
Im having a hard time today. My DH has said things to me like 'you need to do something about this closet' which isnt a big deal but he is only home at night lately and I have been doing everything! We live in a townhouse(Maryland real estate is soooooo expensive) because thats all we can afford right now so I do the best that I can with what we have. I have been taking a little bit of our vacation money here and there for craft supplies and things for our trip but now its getting down to crunch time for spending money. I *should* have enough by then BUT its getting hard. Sometimes I feel like we cant afford this trip and I know these two things are NOT related in anyway, BUT these are weighing heavily on my mind. I feel like im broke. The trip is paid for and we have half the spending money but things keep getting in the way. This week was Target Christmas shopping (which I probably shouldnt ahve done but I will not be able to get the things I got around Christmas for that price) I know everything will be fine but I still have soooo much on my mind. Bills are paid.... food is bought and trip is paid I just dont know where all these feelings are coming from UGH! I hate being in a bad mood and esp this weekend when its a DISNEY weekend!

Mommyof3, I know how you feel...I've had my moments where I have stressed out over money issues especially now since my DH is the only one working and he's self-employed so our income is different each month. I quit my job back in December when I was feeling burnt out and I was graduating from Grad school in May. But after graduating I decided to take a 1 year break before going back to work. We live in Northern VA where everything is also more expensive.

Just take a minute to breathe and tell yourself everything will be ok.

I guess all of you missed my post .....was it yesterday? About the stress of the trip. I do this to myself every time. I have gone as far as cancelled trips in the past. Remember mommyof 3....we both had trips planned at the same time last year as well and I cancelled.......It was mainly because I talked myself out of it. I gave myself a million and three reasons why we shouldn't instead of giving myself permission to go and enjoy myself. And that is the big thing right there.......GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION. Its what we should all do. We have busy lives....we do, do, do for everyone else without a second thought. We all need to pinky swear that we are going... we are going to have an AWESOME time and it doesn't matter if the matching t-shirts are perfect or not....or even if the hairbows are the perfect size. Its Disney with family and the memories are precious.

I'm sorry .....didn't mean to rant. But the older I get the more I realize that fun filled time out of our normal routines (what is normally called vacation) with our loved ones are so important. We don't get "do overs".
So make the most of it. Relax and ENJOY!!

That's exactly my explanation to DH when planning all these vacations. I think I really went overboard this year with vacations but I keep saying that spending time with the family on vacation and creating those memories really is precious.

 

[mommyof3princess27]

Mine are for the ppl that are going on the trip for meal times, which park etc

 

[aubreysmom09]

Good morning. Little hurdle in the road and a bad night of sleep. The SIL had an eclamptic seizure and was airlifted to a hospital near our house about 2 hours from her house. twin baby boys born yesterday early afternoon. My SIL on the other hand is in ICU in a coma. No news since yesterday evening which I hope means good news. Last i read on facebook which isnt official to me is that she had gotten worse about 8pm. Once the DH wakes up we will be on our way to the hospital, and then off to work for him this afternoon. DH doesn't want to go, but I think he needs to go support his brother.

On a good note *because I need one* 121 days

UPDATE* SIL has woken up from her coma. She is still in ICU, but if things go well will be moved to the maternity ward. Babies will stay at hospital 2-6 weeks. we will go visit tomorrow.

 

[KSBelle77]

UPDATE* SIL has woken up from her coma. She is still in ICU, but if things go well will be moved to the maternity ward. Babies will stay at hospital 2-6 weeks. we will go visit tomorrow.

I'm glad to hear she is awake. I'm sorry your family had to go through this. Prayers for a speedy recovery!

 

[KSBelle77]

I put this on FB but gonna post it here in hopes that someone else MAY feel this way too~ Im gonna post this because well I dont want it on my fb page and I trust you guys....
Im having a hard time today. My DH has said things to me like 'you need to do something about this closet' which isnt a big deal but he is only home at night lately and I have been doing everything! We live in a townhouse(Maryland real estate is soooooo expensive) because thats all we can afford right now so I do the best that I can with what we have. I have been taking a little bit of our vacation money here and there for craft supplies and things for our trip but now its getting down to crunch time for spending money. I *should* have enough by then BUT its getting hard. Sometimes I feel like we cant afford this trip and I know these two things are NOT related in anyway, BUT these are weighing heavily on my mind. I feel like im broke. The trip is paid for and we have half the spending money but things keep getting in the way. This week was Target Christmas shopping (which I probably shouldnt ahve done but I will not be able to get the things I got around Christmas for that price) I know everything will be fine but I still have soooo much on my mind. Bills are paid.... food is bought and trip is paid I just dont know where all these feelings are coming from UGH! I hate being in a bad mood and esp this weekend when its a DISNEY weekend!

I know how you feel. DH works two jobs an I work at a law firm. I everything around the house. I am stating Law School in 23 days and am freaking out about the money aspect. We are going in November and January! I am good about how much and which bills to pay but am starting to freak. Only one set of airline tickets a bought and DH hates talking about money! It always seems like thinks happen at the worst time BUT you will save money in the long run! I have faith that everything will work out for you. Don't worry (I am a worry-wort) but just go with the flow and enjoy the ride. Everything will work out!

 

[disneychic2]

Finally got caught up! For so long there was almost nothing and now we're back to speed. I love it!

Now that most of us have our trips planned. Are any of you second guessing anything? I'm having a problem with being gone for so long. This is completely unfounded. I will have 2 of my children taking care of my pets. (I call them my toddlers.) Its the perfect time for DH to be away from his office. So whats my problem?

I think we tend to feel guilty for doing something just for ourselves. Just for the fun of it. We spend a lifetime being so practical and putting everyone else's needs first, it feels wrong to do something for entirely for our own enjoyment. But, DH and I go to Disney every year now and love every minute of it. I don't feel guilty. It took some time, but I've made the adjustment to being a princess! Go and enjoy. Rediscover the magic between you and your DH. Your pets and everything else will be there when you get back. I guarantee it!

I'm thinking of attending on Dec 2nd (Sunday). It will only be me and my 8 year old so no stroller to push. How bad do you all think it will be? I hear weekends are busier. Thanks for any info.

I think Sunday is a great day to go. It's Friday and Saturday you need to watch out for. Also, since that is still pretty early in the month, that will help as well. Hope you have an awesome time!

SOOO happy to find people to share in my excitement!!!!!!!! We always go the same time in November and now that it's booked, all I want to do is talk about it ALL day every day! I always feel like I don't have anyone to share in my anxiety other than my hubby & daughter! (and even she doesn't want to keep talking about it!) lol November can't get here fast enough!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How are you guys hanging in there?

Going for our wedding anniversary & daughters b-day!

Welcome to our thread! We LOVE talking Disney.

Can I join in on the November party? We changed our September trip to November this year. My kids are starting school and we just think November is a better time. We chose November 10-17 at AKV Kidani. We are very excited. We have ADRs booked but I am a changer so what I have now may not last lol. Excited to share the November excitement!!

Welcome! Sounds like you have everything well planned. And NO ONE on this thread EVER CHANGES ANYTHING!!! That's all we do, so you'll be in good company! .

I might try to do T shirts for this trip. Before, we have just ordered from DisneyStore personalized stuff, or made LGMHs. I'm not the craftiest of folks, but I think I will take a crack at it this time. The tie dye ones are sooooo cute!!

Finding this thread has been expensive- I have already added 1 day to our trip, purchased the ebay "Disney Family" car decals, and now I'm gonna spend $$ on making Ts!

I think I need an intervention...

I agree too Smileybug... Its not exactly the money of the trip...I think its just life in general. Things are REALLY tight this week and I think its stressing him. I need to focus on the trip and save my doll hairs! Ill get it lol

I commented on FB, but just wanted to say hang in there. You'll get your mojo back...as well as the magic!

UPDATE* SIL has woken up from her coma. She is still in ICU, but if things go well will be moved to the maternity ward. Babies will stay at hospital 2-6 weeks. we will go visit tomorrow.

So glad! Keep us posted.

I know how you feel. DH works two jobs an I work at a law firm. I everything around the house. I am stating Law School in 23 days and am freaking out about the money aspect. We are going in November and January! I am good about how much and which bills to pay but am starting to freak. Only one set of airline tickets a bought and DH hates talking about money! It always seems like thinks happen at the worst time BUT you will save money in the long run! I have faith that everything will work out for you. Don't worry (I am a worry-wort) but just go with the flow and enjoy the ride. Everything will work out!

You might want to look into Dave Ramsey programs. He really breaks everything down and helps each family find a plan and a budget and explains how to achieve financial peace.

 

[KSBelle77]

You might want to look into Dave Ramsey programs. He really breaks everything down and helps each family find a plan and a budget and explains how to achieve financial peace.

Thanks my m is a big Dave Ramsey fan! I'm not worried about the money so much I just miss my best friend! There are several days I don't get to see him! These trips bring us closer together.

I am a big believer in Karma so even though things are tight now I know they will not be for long! It's only money and you can't take it with you when you go!

 

[anjalee6]

Hi everyone! Just got back from Disney after 11 days yesterday! While we were there, my DH and I made a bounceback reservation for November for our anniversary. We are going for a long weekend November 2- November 5 @ AKL. This will be the first time since we went on our honeymoon that we will be doing Disney without the kids. made my ADRs this morning. Very excited! Now to plan out who will be watching the kids while we are gone and to change my ticker!

 

[DisneyMom0709]

What do ya'all think of this dining schedule

10:30 am Storybook Princess at epcot
4:00 Sci fi
8:30 1900 park fare

Just wondering if that is too much in one day, I just dont want credits left over and My kids are picky eaters and get hungry at night, just wondering if I would have time to get to my reservation at 1900 park fare after the fantasmic show ends around 7

 

[DisneyMom0709]

Fantasmic question: The past two years we always do the fantasmic package, but this year I want to take my son to scifi, so just wondering how hard will it be to get in the showing I know there are two showings on sundays 6:30 & 8:00 but I need to get to the 6:30 due to adr at 8:30 at a different location,
is it hard getting a seat without the package

 

[FaerieFire]

Are we ever going to find out what "Holiday Season" means for BOG? It's the ONLY thing I'm still waiting on. Vacation P.I.F. tomorrow!!!

The 2013 DDP brochure actually says it will open in Fall 2012, so my hopes are up that it could be open by November... We may have to wait a month to know for sure, though...

°o° Lace — Planning our second WDW adventure, 11/1-10 AoA-LM (Sent from my iPad using DISBoards)

 

[mrsap]

Aubreys - my heart goes out to you & your family. I hope everyone is alright.

MommyOf3- Not sure if this helps, but do you have the Disney credit card by any chance?? If you sign up you get a $100 statement credit, plus every time you use it, you can collect points which turns into a gift card when you've collected enough points (and they could be used at Disney World!) It might not solve all your problems, but it might help since you are Christmas shopping anyway. Put all your Christmas purchases on the card and hopefully it will equal some extra spending money at the parks. Everything will work out. Good luck to you.

I honestly can't wait for November to get here. This morning, we watched our honeymoon video and the video from 2 years ago when we took our DD for the first time! We just can't get enough. I keep thinking of events we still have to attend before even going and I wish we could just skip over everything and just get there already! lol

 

[Smileybug]

UPDATE* SIL has woken up from her coma. She is still in ICU, but if things go well will be moved to the maternity ward. Babies will stay at hospital 2-6 weeks. we will go visit tomorrow.

This is wonderful news!! Thank you for letting us know!!

 

[ThreeAngels]

I put this on FB but gonna post it here in hopes that someone else MAY feel this way too~ Im gonna post this because well I dont want it on my fb page and I trust you guys....
Im having a hard time today. My DH has said things to me like 'you need to do something about this closet' which isnt a big deal but he is only home at night lately and I have been doing everything! We live in a townhouse(Maryland real estate is soooooo expensive) because thats all we can afford right now so I do the best that I can with what we have. I have been taking a little bit of our vacation money here and there for craft supplies and things for our trip but now its getting down to crunch time for spending money. I *should* have enough by then BUT its getting hard. Sometimes I feel like we cant afford this trip and I know these two things are NOT related in anyway, BUT these are weighing heavily on my mind. I feel like im broke. The trip is paid for and we have half the spending money but things keep getting in the way. This week was Target Christmas shopping (which I probably shouldnt ahve done but I will not be able to get the things I got around Christmas for that price) I know everything will be fine but I still have soooo much on my mind. Bills are paid.... food is bought and trip is paid I just dont know where all these feelings are coming from UGH! I hate being in a bad mood and esp this weekend when its a DISNEY weekend!

Oh, I HEAR you! I've been stressing ALOT lately, thinking maybe we really shouldn't be spending money on a Disney trp when things are so tight, but my DH worked so many off-duty jobs to save for it.... Plus, the memoriries we make are absolutely priceless and THAT is what it's all about. . But I can't stop fretting about it, though....

I guess all of you missed my post .....was it yesterday? About the stress of the trip. I do this to myself every time. I have gone as far as cancelled trips in the past. Remember mommyof 3....we both had trips planned at the same time last year as well and I cancelled.......It was mainly because I talked myself out of it. I gave myself a million and three reasons why we shouldn't instead of giving myself permission to go and enjoy myself. And that is the big thing right there.......GIVE YOURSELF PERMISSION. Its what we should all do. We have busy lives....we do, do, do for everyone else without a second thought. We all need to pinky swear that we are going... we are going to have an AWESOME time and it doesn't matter if the matching t-shirts are perfect or not....or even if the hairbows are the perfect size. Its Disney with family and the memories are precious.

I'm sorry .....didn't mean to rant. But the older I get the more I realize that fun filled time out of our normal routines (what is normally called vacation) with our loved ones are so important. We don't get "do overs".
So make the most of it. Relax and ENJOY!!

For sure! life is to short, we never know what tomorrow may bring. Gotta cherish our loved ones and our precious moments with them.

On a side note......100 days for us!!!!!

Hooray! That's about the best milestone!

UPDATE* SIL has woken up from her coma. She is still in ICU, but if things go well will be moved to the maternity ward. Babies will stay at hospital 2-6 weeks. we will go visit tomorrow.

Oh, praise God! I'm so glad to hear she's bouncing back. I hope she has a speedy recovery and congrats on the new babies! What are their names? (sorry, I'm baby name crazy, too! )

 

[aubreysmom09]

Baby names are Aiden and Evan.

 

[mommyof3princess27]

What do ya'all think of this dining schedule

10:30 am Storybook Princess at epcot
4:00 Sci fi
8:30 1900 park fare

Just wondering if that is too much in one day, I just dont want credits left over and My kids are picky eaters and get hungry at night, just wondering if I would have time to get to my reservation at 1900 park fare after the fantasmic show ends around 7

yes that would work BUT thats alot of running around..... it can be done though-iv done it! F! ends at 7 and then head right to GF and you will have plenty of time

Fantasmic question: The past two years we always do the fantasmic package, but this year I want to take my son to scifi, so just wondering how hard will it be to get in the showing I know there are two showings on sundays 6:30 & 8:00 but I need to get to the 6:30 due to adr at 8:30 at a different location,
is it hard getting a seat without the package

What date are you going? If there are two showings, the first one will be crowded..... just make sure when you are done Sci-Fi you go get in line atleast by 530 and you should be fine

Baby names are Aiden and Evan.

Im so glad!