OFFICIAL October 2009 thread - LET US KNOW YOUR PTR LINK!

[My3kiddos]

84 hours until we leave for the airport I'm excited but also frustrated because I still have so much homework to do and I don't know when I'm going to find the time to finish packing

 

[My2Qtz0205]

nonnasally,

I understand completely! I have had my trip booked since the last one last year in October. DD is a competitive dancer and now has tendonitis in both knees. She has been doing physical therapy for a few months, but this past week, both knees swelled and she has been complaining more about the pain. She goes in tomorrow to see the dr and I expect him to say no dance or PE for at least a month. We leave the next day.

On top of that, I am battling planter fasciitis in my right foot. I also have been in physical therapy and my heel has been getting better until the last week.

I have all of these plans in place and now wonder just how much we will be able to do. I do have insurance, but the thought of canceling is worse than the thought of just doing less.

I would take it day by day. If you DH is up for it, I'd take him. You can also rent a scooter if that would help him. Be sure to check out the disabilities thread here on the DISboards. There are a lot of people who can offer advice and support.

Hang in there. You are not being selfish. Hopefully, your plans will work out.

Have you had the shot in your foot? My mom has plantar fascitis, and she just got her 2nd shot so she will be good-to-go for WDW. If it's been 6 months since your last shot, ask your dr. to get you in ASAP!

As for your husband, nonnasally, if he can handle travelling to WDW, definitely rent an ECV or wheelchair. That shouldn't keep him from participating in all of the fun!

 

[jdb1232]

One week away...

 

[melliemelo]

There was a notice on the board today that the flu is going around in my daughter's class~ ack!!! Hope it stays away.....

 

[My2Qtz0205]

There was a notice on the board today that the flu is going around in my daughter's class~ ack!!! Hope it stays away.....

Pixie dust and Vitamin C coming at ya! <--imagine that liquid is orange

 

[twinmom108]

Only 21 hours for us

 

[poohbear8]

Have you had the shot in your foot? My mom has plantar fascitis, and she just got her 2nd shot so she will be good-to-go for WDW. If it's been 6 months since your last shot, ask your dr. to get you in ASAP!

I had PF several years ago and got 2 shots which didn't do a whole lot. It was another dr and he didn't really explain that it was a bandaid and not a cure. I don't want to risk using them again.

I did go by the dr I am seeing now and get the night splint, so I can at least try to sleep with it. The one I have now is huge and not travel friendly.

It's just depressing. DD has complained all afternoon her knees hurt and my foot has been bothering all day. Actually, right now it's not burning, which is a first for today.

I'll be in Disney.....that's all that matters. Better go pack some more. 48 hours and I'll be there!

 

[TinkAsh2001]

7 HOURS AND WE ARE HEADED TO THE AIRPORT!

 

[poohbear8]

I just checked the weather (again) and it shows the 8th as partly sunny with only a 10% chance of rain! Maybe we will get through the party with no rain!

I seriously need to go to bed. I have too much to do tomorrow, including a Dr's appt for DD and physical therapy for both of us!

 

[tikkipoo]

He only knew we were going away for his birthday as he put in for vacation months ago. Since then I have purchased MNSSHP tickets for the family, upgraded the dining plan, and even paid to surprise him with the Magic Kingdom private tour. What to do? I called Disney and they will work with me whatever I decide. My problem is this --- DD feels that DGD should still go. Oh, yeah, I would stay home with DH for his birthday!
I am still hanging on to the hope that he will feel a bit better in two weeks and we will still go. Sorry to put a cloud on our October thread but I really feel alone and torn about this. Just need to vent. Thanks for listening.

You might want to speak to your DH about it. I know it would ruin the surprise, but considering the circumstances...

I hope it all works out for you!

 

[DisneyObsessive]

So far on the day of our MNSSHP (10/18), its clouds and sun, with a high of 82 and low of 68. sounds nice and warm to me(especially when by that time it'll be a steady 50s high 40s for the low around here!).

Can't believe we are at single digits!

 

[tigger51276]

Whoo hoo, i'm in the single digits now and I did online check in yesterday....it's getting here!!!!

 

[LuvindisCruiser]

10 DAYS UNTIL MY WDW VACATION!!!

YAY, YOU !

 

[TexDisneyMom]

Almost there......................today is my last full day of work before we leave!!!

 

[areno79]

11 days for me!

 

[jaydoe]

SINGLE DIGIT DANCE!!! WOO HOOOO





9 days left!!! I can hardly wait!!!

 

[poohbear8]

1 1/2 hours til I check in with SW.

This morning was a mess. Took DD to dr appt for her knees. He ordered blood work, which I forced her to do then. She is terrified of needles, so it took forever. Then it was time for my physical therapy, so I took her took and did hers too. She got to school for the first time at 1:15. Oh well. Nothing I could do about it. She now is saying "I owe" her for making her do the blood work.

I hope everyone has a nice trip! I've enjoyed checking in and getting to know you. Hope to see you there.

 

[SoScary'09]

19 days.

I have bloodwork next mon. poohbear and am terrified!~ Oh well, just have to get past that and then the trip'll be here!

 

[poohbear8]

19 days.

I have bloodwork next mon. poohbear and am terrified!~ Oh well, just have to get past that and then the trip'll be here!

Ask them to use the smallest needle they can. They used a baby needle I think on DD. She is 12, but looks 14+ and is 5' 5", so she isn't a small 12 year old. The guy got tired of her drama, so he left and the lady came in. She was the one who did it 2 years ago when she had mono.

Once we got DD calmed down and got her arm, I had her focus on me and the nurse told her to take a breath on "3" and then it was in. DD has now admitted it wasn't that bad. Actually, removing the tape and cotton ball hurt more.
I hope it goes smoothly for you also.

 

[pomcoach]

We'll be there in October from the 16th - 19th. Can't wait. It is already getting cold here in Iowa. I wore my winter coat and earmuffs to pump gas tonight. Warm Florida sounds great.
Pomcoach