Overkill?

[Ghost]

Overkill... nevah, there is no such thing... I would move to Orlando if it would be possible (from Belgium) just so I could go there as much as possible (I would not get anything else done though)

Enjoy your next three trips and the thousands that follow after... just bring back trip reports and pictures...

Enjoy

 

[Disneyrsh]

It sounds like you're happy .

That's what's important.

Just tell people "I have unique and unusual priorities. It's part of what makes me special!"

 

[Brianne]

Why apologize for doing something you enjoy?

We've gotten the comments too but sheesh, I figure WDW is one of the perks for putting up with the bugs, hurricanes, insurance costs, etc.

Seriously though, it makes us happy to go there, so why not? As you can see from my tickers, we're right there with ya!

 

[tmarquez]

I understand where you're coming from. Do what makes you guys happy.

I live a little less than an hour away and I feel the same way you do sometimes. I often like to go over for the day, just me and DD if DH is at work. We both love it and have a great time together. I don't like to tell people where we went last weekend either...they always say "aren't you tired of that?" or something similar.

The only thing I worry a little about is that for DD, going to Disney is probably the equivelent of going to the local park for most kids. And I just don't want her to grow up expecting too much, or being spoiled.

 

[SFLTIGGER]

More power to you! mrzrich - I say GOD BLESS you and do whatever bring your son joy!

I wish we could make it that often I would be in heaven My DW isn't as addicted, she still thinks there are other things to due in O'town She wants some resort time, so we are doing 8 nights at VWL with every other day in the parks.

Our DS is 4 and this will be his 5th trip (including Labor Day weekend we used to buy DVC). I just will FL would build the Bullet train!

 

[Zoemakes5]

You know, if you really wanted to shut people up, you could turn, look them right in the eye when they ask you why you go do WDW all the time and tell them "Because I have a son with autism, okay!?" I've found, only the very loving people in your lives will question you at all after that, (a) because they are embarrased, (b) more tends to be TMI for most people, and (c) you just gave them a perspective that they never had. In addition, you will probably be "touted" for "putting up with WDW" so much for your DS with autism! People can be so stupid! The people who really love you and DS may ask some more detailed questions to understand better.
My son has Aspergers. He will be 12 in just three short weeks! (I can't believe he's gotten so big.) I bet, if we had regularly been going to WDW (or even the mall ) on a regular basis, he'd be freaked if we changed that pattern. After visiting with DS's psychiatrist, we tried eating at a regular time and place every night. However, because my son was used to chaos and eating at all sorts of different times, it got him all confused and frustrated. "Can't we just eat like we used to?!" So, I imagine your trips to WDW are very soothing and calming to him, and reducing or eliminating them would probably cause a tail spin!
If you can afford it, and your family enjoys it, it's no one else's dang business.

 

[Kanikazi]

Do people question the guy who golfs 36 holes every weekend, or the woman who goes shopping every week, or anyone who follows a hobby or interest passionately? Some people quilt, some people fish, some people garden and some people DIS! Follow your passion!

 

[cabanafrau]

Unless I've missed the part where you're breaking some law or harming or neglecting anyone, don't see what the harm is in doing something your family enjoys. If you can truly afford the time & money, it's absolutely your business to do as you choose.

We would love to go to the world more than we do, but we've also discussed the fact that we wouldn't want to make it our only vacation destination. With so many places to see, Disney can't be our only experience, but we love to enjoy it when we're there!

 

[Eeyore'sthebest]

Not overkill. You are having a great time with your family. It sure as heck beats sitting in front of the television ignoring them or everyone going their own separate ways. Family time is wonderful!! Enjoy!

 

[steelmagnolia]

Do people question the guy who golfs 36 holes every weekend, or the woman who goes shopping every week, or anyone who follows a hobby or interest passionately? Some people quilt, some people fish, some people garden and some people DIS! Follow your passion!

Tell it Sister!

I'd be at WDW once a week if possible. My DH knows that if he wakes up one morning and I'm missing, following a Powerball drawing, I'll be on I-95 heading south!

 

[ms.ojo]

Big hugs for you here!

First, if we lived that close, my family and I would be there often too!!! There's a thread on the resort boards about the magic of staying onsite at Disney and it is just soooooo wonderful to read. It will help lift your spirits!

Second, I'm hoping for a few hugs of my own too if I can glom onto your thread.... as I've been having the same problem! Mixture of guilt, and almost not wanting to admit we're going again.

We live in New England and use to get to the World about every 1.5 yrs. Then last year in Feb 05 dh discovered he had a business trip oppty in Dec. 05. Our next planned trip was April 05. We didn't want to cancel April, it was too close and we were too excited...so we added the 2nd trip in Dec. People started to think we were crazy, but somewhat understood since it was combined w/ a business trip.

Welllllllll, fast forward to June 06 and I'm looking at planning a trip in Apr 07 (1.5 yrs from our last trip in Dec and once again, combined w/ a pot'l dh business tirp) Dh's job changes and he won't be attending the conf...no biggie, we can still go...but then I hear about the Free dining offer for THIS YR!!! Next thing I know, we're booked for THIS Sept. DH was thrilled about the deal. (sure w/ AAA and/or codes we can get close to this at other times of yr but now we can try many restaurants and just not worry about what we order.) We are all very excited. Kids can't believe we'll be back so soon!!!! But you know what, none of us want to talk about it outside our family. And when we do...I find myself justifying it "was just too good a deal to pass up". My mom especially thinks we're nuts.

We've done other vaca'ns too, but for us, Disney is just our favorite!!!! With young children, it is just a great great great vacation!!!!! (And propbably will remain so as they get older too!!)

So I understand, I understand completely, that the more you go, you can run into others who just don't get why you would spend more money to go there when "you've just been". But here, on the disboards, we all know how much we love to escape to WDW!!!!

 

[GalDisney]

I live an hour away of WDW. Look at my sig to see how often in the past two yrs I have stayed overnight on property.

 

[winniedapooh]

Resol37...no flames

Its just that I've gotten to the point were I'm embarassed to be honest with people when they ask "What did you do this weekend?" People are staring to look at me like I'm a freak. (note the photo to the right of this post )

I don't even bother telling anyone any longer. As a matter of fact when I went with a friend in February I never even told anyone at work. DH & the cherubs knew and Mother, only because she called-she thought I was at a conference, her thought I just never expanded when I saw her. It is none of anyones business and my thought is do what you want. I am sick of the comments that people make to me...and I live a heck of a lot further away than you. I work very hard and love Disney so what? If it makes you and your family happy go for it and have a blast!

 

[Tink-n-Belle]

Your situation is no different than someone who goes to Cape Cod or Maine every weekend during the summer!!

My sister travels 2 hours each way to spend every weekend in Maine!! She loves it and deserves to have her get-a-way and So do you!!

Enjoy it!! If I lived 90 minutes from Disney--- I'd be there all the time too!!!

 

[goNDmay9]

Disney Overkill?? I beleive that is an oxymoron!

My family would LOVE to go more often! We live in Georgia so we go a couple times a year.

Everyone one of my friends and everyone i work with knows that for at least one week our of every year - the Lewis' take their family vaca to disney! A lot of people ask - don't you guys get tired of going? NOPE! We have all grown up now - so occasionaly people will ask why we still go if there are no kids in the family. That is when i proudly hold my ears up high and exclaim - "please stand clear of the doors, por favor mantanganse alejado de las puertos!" (not really sure how that is spelled)!

Yes, i am proud to be a disney freak - come join the club! We meet in tomorrowland for turkey legs!


Now a niece and two nephews have just been added to the family - so we must induct them to the disney way! They already have ears and they are 2yrs, 6 months, and 4 months! LOL!

Life is about having fun - and what better place to do that than disney??? So keep going and make sure you bring back some new information and tips and great trip reports!

smooches!