I didn't mean to DIS "dis" you.We will be at MK that night!
A quick hello somewhere sure works for me since I know you are with your clan and that takes ultimate precedence. 
I only meet if I am alone or with DH. 
Ooops, I meant Sunday, Aug 24th. What are your plans that day? We've got AK mid-day... so far. Our approximates times are: we've got Tough/Bug 12-1, Jungle Trek 1-2, Dinosaur 2-3.
...We like The Plaza to cool down. Nice spot for a not too heavy sandwich especially in Aug heat. Big portions. Good prices. We've only caught the The Mayor dude one time, but it was cute. The chosen Jr Mayor boy's face was purple from embarrassment. 
And now there's a modified Kitchen Sink there, too, for those who revel in gluttony! The new wall they put up in front of the Plaza picture windows sure takes away from the lovely view of the Castle. I heard it's temporary for construction of one of the new FP+ kiosks. Hope so.
I didn't mean to DIS "dis" you.
Ooops, I meant Sunday, Aug 24th. What are your plans that day? We've got AK mid-day... so far. Our approximates times are: we've got Tough/Bug 12-1, Jungle Trek 1-2, Dinosaur 2-3.
It SO is!!! And POP ROCKS!!! However our Queen of Pop loves her POR as wellOMG. Resort Changing....it's an illness, it really is! I made a reservation for a trip to the World for Villains Unleashed on Monday - staying at Pop....and I'm already considering switching to a Royal Guest Room at POR....I CAN'T HELP MYSELF!
Courtney
Leave your ADRs alone, did that work?? It is the need for perfection..and the itch too switch sneaks up right about the time we think..OK I'm goodSomeone tell me right now to leave my ADR's alone!! Argh, I wish it was time to book FP+! I've switched our date night from Cali Grill to Citricos. I'm excited to visit GF. I've also switched our Rose and Crown ADR to La Hacienda. I also cannot decide if I want to keep our first day breakfast ADR at the Wave. A part of me would like to eat at Pop, get to POFQ and then head to the park.
Why can't I nail down a solid plan? I feel like I'm crazy!
Great idea!!!!
Just throwing it out there.....The Pas clan AND Janet (with DD)are at AK that day!!!Ooops, I meant Sunday, Aug 24th. What are your plans that day? We've got AK mid-day... so far. Our approximates times are: we've got Tough/Bug 12-1, Jungle Trek 1-2, Dinosaur 2-3.
Miss is great! We miss her here too, she was in WDW end of April for DD's birthday!!!
The best beds EVER were at the Universal resorts...Pas, do tell... more info please.
Pas130 and Koh1977, I love POP beds, and well, the Deluxes comfort level goes without saying.I personally think Mod beds are the worst on property for comfort. That said, there was a box truck full of new mattresses on the opposite side of the lake at CBR than Pirate Rooms. I think near Aruba. I thought I heard rehab starting of some magnitude. So maybe better mattress quality. Pas: I have my opinions of SDMT, just don't want to spill here.
I can't wait to hear the thoughts on SDMT, but I totally get why not here 
and I know we are in the 200s so I will be rev'ing up a spanking new thread very soon!!!Considering changing from WL to AKL since WL will be under construction at the time of our stay. I just feel like the ambience of the WL Courtyard will be ruined
Considering changing from WL to AKL since WL will be under construction at the time of our stay. I just feel like the ambience of the WL Courtyard will be ruined
to the RC thread!!! AKL is AWESOME! And to me bus rides are no biggie at all. To WDWdadof3 if your trip is MK heavy, I wouldn't necessarily change. Especially given to option of the CR pool...it's a quick easy bus ride IMO! However my kiddos are not pool picky and are happy anywhere. There's so much awesomeness at WL, Bay Lake, the CMs walk to FW...again just an opinion. If I were booked CY view I may try to get Standard or Woods view...but to me the pool doesn't make or break the resort. Where the Poly the construction is everywhere...
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WELCOME to some of the newbies. I'm sorry for the other WLers and Poly people! Hoping that 2015 will bring some amaing resorts and amenities because I SWEAR all these hotels are getting spiffed up this year!
Hello all!
It's been a roller coaster of a week!
First, MM - CONGRATS! I felt bad I couldn't post sooner but am so thrilled for your fam.
To those prepping for their Dis trips,
To those coming back or just back,
I spent the better part of last week at extra dance practice for DD6's dance recital this past Sat (she rocked it) and prepping for my ILs arrival. We drove out to the beach on Sunday and spent the night (fun!) but on the way back Monday we found out that my grandma passed (sad but she was suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's so also glad she is at peace) and that my MIL's uncle is in convalescent center for cirrhosis of the liver. Yesterday was spent running around trying to coordinate information for both families and since Sunday I have driven almost 750 miles and haven't left the state of Maryland! (well, I did dip into Delaware but only to get back to Maryland from Maryland... crazy state).
Also, DH is starting to talk about where our next move will be and things are totally 180 from what our detailer (guy who finds slots for people) said a few weeks ago. We thought we had the next year mapped out (as much as you can in the military) and now we're back to square one.
All this capped off by confirmation of the pool at WL closing right before our trip. Options to move are thin and not enticing (AKL pool view for $50 more, POR and only save $200 over the week, and BWI for $75 a NIGHT more). DH and I have been back and forth about possibly moving to AKL but I feel like I need to upgrade to animals ($40 a night more) and DD isn't thrilled with the theme and I'm not thrilled with the distance since we'll be toting LO. I have come to accept that the pool issue won't be too bad (CR has a great pool area and we always wanted to scope the resort out) but I am worried about construction noise since LO often naps. We are on woods side but I know how sound can travel.
Top that off with December ADRs being due next week and my ILs giving DH the "whateve ryou think is best" answer... but then hinting they aren't thrilled with what we are saying.
I know it's silly to throw Disney drama in with death and dying but planning trips is a great escape and right now I am having trouble finding the 'fun'. Also, reading some of the people on the WL threads right now made me so frustrated for criticizing those at WL who are in the same spot I am in. I had to hop off the boards for the last 2 days because I was getting too riled up... I am fortunate we can take frequent Disney trips but I know people who save, save, save and plan, plan, plan and this is a huge blow for them. Heck, the irony is I cancelled SoG 2 weeks ago because I've debated trying to just stay there in Sept to save money but a lot of their great rates are gone.
*HUGS* to everyone here
Can't wait to share. 
But I did see that Candace is adding another Mouseketter to her family 
Very exciting!!! Congrats!
Thank you ALL for your well wishes!!!!
No GF???
I must have missed something along the way....what's up with your new ticker???
Good Morning to all
We made it back from the World ...always bitter-sweet, ya know. Had a fabulous time, and both FW and WL were awesome. Got lots of great pictures
It appears I have TONS of catching up to do
Now back to reading
Heather
Jeannette ..please be sure to let me know when the new thread goes up!! TY!
Congrats, Candace...how exciting and blessed!! Nothing like a new baby in the family.
Hi! So nice to "see" you here .... we miss you!
Now that we will be pushed out of AKL due to being a family of five, we are going to do it now!!! Last chance!!!
We use to be able to sneak one of the little ones in, but everyone is too big now to sleep 3 in a bed. Look on the bright side...at least the baby will be "free" for a couple of years!!!That pic is so relaxing.
Waiting for more
.... Crazy but true Now this is the way to wake up! Love the picture as always!
Doesn't shock you a bit, does it?
I forgot at which resorts you were staying, and when. Oooh, we are just across the pond at BWI so maybe somewhere near SAB? We'll already be home by the time you get to MK that evening.
Oh reeeeeaallly? That interesting.Just throwing it out there.....The Pas clan AND Janet (with DD)are at AK that day!!!
I agree. I really like AKL for a pool/relaxation/AKL weekend, but I just can't pull the trigger ever for a Parks-heavy stay.
It keeps us sane.
Sorry for all you are going through right now. It's a boatload. Remember, any resort you end up staying will be totally wonderful. I just know the right resort for your family will pop up soon. Are you at the 45 day mark yet? Lots of peeps cancel then. Thanks for the link. Food porn excites me.
Such a lovely photo. The stress just melts away looking at it. So glad you and your family had a nice time.We made it back from the World ...always bitter-sweet, ya know. Had a fabulous time, and both FW and WL were awesome. Got lots of great pictures
For some reason, I am looking forward to archery at FWC. Have you ever done while there?Why, hello there.Jeannette ..please be sure to let me know when the new thread goes up!! TY!
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I spent the better part of last week at extra dance practice for DD6's dance recital this past Sat (she rocked it) and prepping for my ILs arrival. We drove out to the beach on Sunday and spent the night (fun!) but on the way back Monday we found out that my grandma passed (sad but she was suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's so also glad she is at peace) and that my MIL's uncle is in convalescent center for cirrhosis of the liver. Yesterday was spent running around trying to coordinate information for both families and since Sunday I have driven almost 750 miles and haven't left the state of Maryland! (well, I did dip into Delaware but only to get back to Maryland from Maryland... crazy state).
Also, DH is starting to talk about where our next move will be and things are totally 180 from what our detailer (guy who finds slots for people) said a few weeks ago. We thought we had the next year mapped out (as much as you can in the military) and now we're back to square one.
All this capped off by confirmation of the pool at WL closing right before our trip. Options to move are thin and not enticing (AKL pool view for $50 more, POR and only save $200 over the week, and BWI for $75 a NIGHT more). DH and I have been back and forth about possibly moving to AKL but I feel like I need to upgrade to animals ($40 a night more) and DD isn't thrilled with the theme and I'm not thrilled with the distance since we'll be toting LO. I have come to accept that the pool issue won't be too bad (CR has a great pool area and we always wanted to scope the resort out) but I am worried about construction noise since LO often naps. We are on woods side but I know how sound can travel.
Top that off with December ADRs being due next week and my ILs giving DH the "whateve ryou think is best" answer... but then hinting they aren't thrilled with what we are saying.
I know it's silly to throw Disney drama in with death and dying but planning trips is a great escape and right now I am having trouble finding the 'fun'. Also, reading some of the people on the WL threads right now made me so frustrated for criticizing those at WL who are in the same spot I am in. I had to hop off the boards for the last 2 days because I was getting too riled up... I am fortunate we can take frequent Disney trips but I know people who save, save, save and plan, plan, plan and this is a huge blow for them. Heck, the irony is I cancelled SoG 2 weeks ago because I've debated trying to just stay there in Sept to save money but a lot of their great rates are gone.
*HUGS* to everyone here
Sorry to hear of your Grandma's passing. My one grandmother had dementia too but the finality of death hit me hard. And sometimes vacation planning is a good distraction from reality..heck make that ALL the time. I also am a little frustrated with some the DIS posts. Where has the happiness escaped to? It is hard to swallow all the changes, but they have to get done and the reality is end of August is value season at the deluxes. It is what it is right? Location is so important, in my case it is NOT important to DH so we chose a villa. If VWL was available, trust that is where we would be !Our longest bus waits were GF and WL, luck of the draw!
YAY! Bring on all the pics!!! Bay Lake looks so peaceful thereGood Morning to all
We made it back from the World ...always bitter-sweet, ya know. Had a fabulous time, and both FW and WL were awesome. Got lots of great pictures
That pic is so relaxing.
Waiting for more
Of course, and great to see you ChristineJeannette ..please be sure to let me know when the new thread goes up!! TY!
Now this is the way to wake up! Love the picture as always!
and Your photos ROCK!!!!! Every last one!!If I can ever get my TR going, there will be plenty! Between dad and me, we got around 3200 pics
You know where to find us!! Right across from DTD!! I'll be attempting to do Fast passes soon....I have spreadsheets everywhereI forgot at which resorts you were staying, and when. Oooh, we are just across the pond at BWI so maybe somewhere near SAB? We'll already be home by the time you get to MK that evening.
Oh reeeeeaallly? That interesting.
Sunday is AKL and then EMH MK Sunday night!!
