October 19th Cruisers again and again...

[jiminyC_fan]

Denine wrote that Julie fell down the stairs holding Brooke.

 

[Mickey02]

Good Morning

I am hanging in there. Thank you for all your concerns. You guys are the best! I am still denying myself any thoughts of Jaymee right now. I just can't think about what will be missing in my life. I am happy for her but it is such a loss for me.

Julie-Hope you and Brook are ok and are not to sore. OUCH!

Stacy- It was nice seeing you yesterday. I was a little distracted. I am hoping to pull myself together this week and start moving forward.

Denine-Glad you are back safe and sound.

Sandy-Thanks for being such a caring person.

Heidi-How the wedding plans coming?

Hi Mom

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Thanks mom, I totally missed that in Denine's post I guess.

Barb - Wedding plans are going okay I guess. I keep researching places but haven't found the perfect place yet!!!

 

[#1Disfan]

Barb- it was really good seeing you again too. Dont' forget I need your sister's address. I have the part in my hand...who would have known. It came yesterday when I got home from seeing you. Haha!! Things will get easier though for you soon...I know it. Like everyone says, just keep busy. Start working on your bags for the Missionettes...you'll get into that and lose track of time.

Got to go. Busy busy busy.

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Stacey, I got the coolest clothes for Joey. Call me. I am so excited.

I ordered flowers for my SIL and her mom today. It took all of last night and then some today to find someone willing to even deliver to this small town in Kansas. When I did find someone I couldn't order the flowers that I wanted because they can't carry all flowers. WHAT A PAIN! Glad I live in big town usa.

I have my windows open at 4:00 in the afternoon airing out the house. It was a beautiful day so I thought I would take advantage of it. It is hard to believe that an artic front will hit tomorrow! Just pray that Bonnie's plane can land and we can actually drive away from the airport safely. I am sooooo worked up over this. Then on top of that, my brother is driving back roads to KS for the funeral by himself in this weather. I am ready for next week to begin. BAD ME! I shouldn't rush the weekend! Oh well, I told Bonnie that we can sit around drinking Bushwackers and play games in between shoveling. lol

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

I heard that it is supose to be more cold than snow. Too bad it is starting out with freezing rain to make things more dangerous!!! We will have an ice rink on all of our streets.

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Hey, any of you Easterners want to come ice skate on the streets?

 

[Mickey02]

Good Morning

Still focusing forward... Looking forward to Disney in 101 days!! Yipeeeeee

You are soooo right about the streets Heidi. Some are completely dry and others are solid ice. It has been so warm during the days the snow is melting leaving puddles on the steets then it freeze's at night making my morning commute VERY scary!!!

Tonight is scrapbook club at my Moms, I have to get Tiffany computer over to my Dad to check then in the mail.

I have a hair appointment tomorrow, sure hope I can make it. I really do not like driving on snow!

 

[Mickey02]

Heidi- How about a Disney wedding!! We could all meet in Disney for your wedding!

 

[jiminyC_fan]

That's not fair BARB!!!!!! Disney in 101 days????? Just think, warm, warm, weather ahead for you! Ok, so I am jealous! I'll get over it.

 

[Mickey02]

I am so excited Sandy. I have not been to Disney since December 2005. I am determined to go to Disney twice a year from now on. This year we are going in April and December for sure and possibly October.

 

[Denine]

Sorry I was MIA yesterday. I got busy taking down Christmas decorations. Everything is put away except for the tree and a Christmas wreath with ornaments on it. It took me 3 days to get it all down.

Our whirlwind weekend:
We left on Friday and it took about 8 hours to get to DC. Of course, it rained the whole way. We stayed in a Residence Inn. It was very nice. It was a cross between a DVC studio and 1 bedroom. Will have to stay in one of these places again. They even had a free hot breakfast. We got up Saturday morning and headed toward the Metro for our train ride to the National Zoo. It was a beautiful, sunny, 70 degree day. We saw the 3 pandas, a neat demonstration of the elephants, and the mama tiger and her three 7 month old cubs. They were soo fun to watch. Kaleigh got a stuffed baby tiger and a little book about a tiger mama and her babies to remember her trip by. I had forgotten how hilly that zoo was! We had a really nice time. We relaxed that evening because we knew Sunday was going to be a long day.
We got up and headed into DC on the Metro again ( I love this train). We went to the Air and Space Museum. Kaleigh and I had just finished a unit on transportation in school and the last thing we talked about was space. The funny thing was, we walked around the corner and Kaleigh said "look, it's the Mars Rover!" and she was right. I guess she is learning something in school. Kaleigh loves stuff about space and the planets. We couldn't spend a lot of time here because a 4 year old just doesn't have the patience. They had a special room with stuff from the American History Museum since it is closed until 2008. THey had the original Kermit. From here, we went to the Natural History Museum. We only looked at the dinosaurs and other animals. Kaleigh though they were really cool. She loves dinosaurs. Again, we didn't spend a whole lot of time here. I found you can see more museums with a 4 year old, just none of them in depth. We walked around the Mall and saw the Washington monument. We saw the White House from a distance as wellas the Capitol. We walked over the the new WWII Memorial. From there, we walked the the Lincoln Memorial. Kaleigh is going to look like a bug in the picture! We then went to the Korean War Memorial. We didn't have time to see the Vietnam Memorial. We had to get back and get ready for dinner with my family. Another train ride to the hotel where we had dinner. I couldn't believe how many of my cousins were there from Ohio. Only 3 of my cousins and my brother didn't come. It was nice to see family I hadn't seen in a very lont time. I have a cousin in Anchorage, Alaska, and 2 in Seattle, Washington. They are the kids of my uncle that died. I also got to see my cousin that lives in Chicago and one that lives in Richmond, VA. They are also kids of my uncle that died. I haven't seen most of my Ohio cousins since my grandma died 4 years ago. I hadn't seen my aunt in I don't rember when. It is hard when you live so far away. They live in VIrginia Beach. Anyway, it was a late night and Kaleigh enjoyed playing with her 2nd cousins. Up early the next morning for the funeral. We had to be there by 8:30 AM.
The funeral took place at Arlington National Cemetery. You have to understand that Towslee's get buried in snow storms. But, since this was in VA, it was a rain storm. There was a light rain until we got out of our cars and then it just poured. THe rain stopped about 15 minutes after the funeral. A little background info. My dad was 1 of three brothers and the youngest and shortest and 6'2". The oldest died several years ago from cancer and my uncle who is 18 months older then my dad died from MS. My dad also has MS. My uncle was a Lt. Col. in the Air Force. He was a Base Commander in Califonia when he had to retire on disabilty. I found out that he was involved somehow with the Iran Hostage Crisis in the 70's. He was buried with full military honors. There was a caisson pulled by 4 or 6 horses, It was hard to see. There was a military band. There was a nice ceremny performed by a chaplain. He also had the gun salute. It was very moving, even if it wasn't for family. My aunt had it video taped so those that couldn't come, like my dad, could see the funeral. I took pictures as I didn't know she was having this done. I am proud of the way my uncle served his country and he deserved this funeral. He was always my favorite uncle.
We drove home right after the funeral and actually made it home in about 6-1/2 hours. It was sunny most of the way and we didn't make any long stops.

Needless to say, come Tuesday, we were all exhausted. But, I am glad we went.

I work tomorrow and then Brookes party is on Sunday. Next Thursday, we and the Lauters are going to Disney Princesses on Ice.

We did get some snow yesterday, but it should melt today or tomorrow.

Jerry made our ressies for December yesterday! We just need to figure out October as we are most likely not going to cruise this year. We will move our booking to October 2008 and "just" go to WDW.

I think that is it. SOrry so long winded.

 

[Mickey02]

Denine-Sounds like it was a nice trip. You are sure doing a great job with Kaleigh's school! What are your dates for Disney? Do you still want to meet up for dinner?? We will be there from April 22nd to May 3rd? Any chance you will do the Panama Cruise next year if there is one??

 

[Mickey02]

I want to take Ethan to Disney on ice. The tickets go on sale February 9th. I think ours is Monsters on Ice if I am remembering right.

 

[#1Disfan]

I got you beat Barb- it has been since Sept. 2004 since I have been to Disney!! That's when we brought home our "little souvenirs"! Haha!! I always have loved that commercial...anyone remember it!! I only have 200 some odd days before we go!! Not that I am excited though!!

My Pampered Chef thing isn't looking so good. I have had another cancellation this month. I am really upset about it because I do really enjoy doing it. Plus this is my last month of earning free products with my "startup period." I am hoping that February will be better. I am trying to get people talked into doing a catalog show for me this month just so I can try and earn my free products. Good luck to me!!

Time to go cook. I am going to cook for the entire month the next couple of days since it is going to be yucky outside and free up some of my time to study!! Hopefully I can get most of it done before the weekend...Joey is sick so I am sure Tyler is about to get it too. We went back to two naps for now...Joey is ready for only one but Tyler still needs two. I'll get it figured out eventually!

Have a good day!

 

[Mickey02]

Stacy-I will have another party for you this Spring if that will help. A less crazy time so I can get people to come.

 

[jiminyC_fan]

Denine, you don't have to be sorry about a long post. I REALLY enjoyed it. It does sound like a good time but under a sad circumstance. Kaleigh is a smart littl girl and her teacher seems to be awesome, too.

Barb, there is NO WAY that I could get Ted to go to WDW twice a year. NO WAY!! I am still trying to talk him into the Aug PC repo of 2008. I am going to book it and pray!!

Stacey, your post made me sad. Poor Joey. Does she have a cold now? Now wonder she didn't want to eat. OH-OH, I nibbled on her food. Then, I feel so bad for you with Pampered Chef. I know how much you love it and you are great with it.

 

[Mickey02]

Sandy- How often do you go to the Disney Store? I am buying Ethan Disney dollars little at a time. Since we do not have a Disney Store here and I don't
have access very often. I think we are getting a Disney Store late Spring but not until after we go to Disney. If I send you money will you buy me Disney dollars??

 

[Pooh_Friend#1]

Barb - I would love a Disney wedding!!! Too bad it is so expensive!!! That is so nice of you to offer to host another party for her.

Stacey - I am sorry about your pampered chef parties. I know it is my coworkers that are cancelling. Did Jessica end up cancelling also? Is Holly stil throwing a party?

Denine - Your trip sounded fun, exhausting and sad. You describing your trip reminded me of my trip out there. It was a lot of fun going to all the memorials and museums. The funeral sounded beautifully done and well deserved for your uncle.

 

[#1Disfan]

You are so sweet Barb!! I love you!!

Heidi- still can't get ahold of Jessica...I think she knows it is me so she doesn't answer. We might have to trick her again.

Time to study!!