"Practically Perfect In Every Way!" Grand Floridian-Oct 2008*New 12/23 Our Last Day:(

[BippityBoo]

Hey Katie! I am sure she would accomodate you! She could just get an adult size shirt or you could send her one (she is very trustworthy!) You could do some really cute ones! I think she has Christmas Mickey and Minnie heads too (great for Dec). I am sure they will be a little bit more expensive than the kids because of the larger size, but not too much! I will PM you the info! Can't wait to see what you pick!!! Also, I am loving the Disney Couture shirts...thinking of getting some for myself!

 

[momto2GAgirls]

Wow!! I am so jealous that you are learning how to make outfits. It would be so much fun! I am about to write a pre-trip report and I will include my DH and his crazy idea that the matching outfits were not needed for this trip He has GOT to be kidding!! Sounds like we are in the same boat!

GF was great...but paying off a car is better! haha I am sure you will love the Pop! I see you are going to Disney in early Dec. I am so excited to hear about it because we are planning a trip early Dec 2010! I can just live through you right now

OH---and thank goodness you got my Mary Poppin's Quote! haha I was worried no one would remember Can't wait to read your report!

I am going to start their snow white costumes in a couple of weeks! Natalie (my oldest) is having her tonsil and adenoids out tomorrow, so after things settle down with that I will start my PTR and sewing!

I hope Emma Grace is as laid back during our trip as your son was! She is my fiesty one, so not sure if she will take to sleeping in the stroller the way Aiden did!

 

[Poohgirl521]

Subbing! I just caught up on your report. Love the kids reversible outfits. The GF looks amazing. I have never walked the grounds, next trip! Can't wait to read more!

 

[girliewhirlie]

Good Morning! I am enjoying reading your trip report so much .... I started about two hours ago, three large cups of coffee .... so enjoyable! I can hardly wait to read more.

My husbands thinks I've lost my marbles reading all this stuff!!! He's never been. I hope he gets addicted, too ... only 44 days!!

I told him this is all I want for my big 5-0 -- is to be at Disney!!!

 

[ms mouse]

Enjoying your report

 

[ladybugmom]

Hi Katie!! I'm all caught up after being away from the DIS for a few days! LOVE your update! WOW! I don't think we ever rode in a Disney bus that was empty!! Impressive!! The GF pool looks wonderful and the slide looks like fun!! Looks like a nice way to end the day! Can't wait to read more!

 

[DisneyJo]

Just catching up after being away and I just loved your EE photo, so funny especially as all the kids had their arms in the air, must admit I always hang on tight too

Sounds like a beautiful evening at the GF, I so can't wait till my trip there after seeing all your photos!

Oh did you see it announced that applications are being taken next month to join the Moms Panel? I'll link you when I can

 

[BippityBoo]

Subbing! I just caught up on your report. Love the kids reversible outfits. The GF looks amazing. I have never walked the grounds, next trip! Can't wait to read more!

Hi!! Thanks for reading Reversible outfits saved me time and money!! I hope to have an update soon!!

 

[BippityBoo]

Good Morning! I am enjoying reading your trip report so much .... I started about two hours ago, three large cups of coffee .... so enjoyable! I can hardly wait to read more.

My husbands thinks I've lost my marbles reading all this stuff!!! He's never been. I hope he gets addicted, too ... only 44 days!!

I told him this is all I want for my big 5-0 -- is to be at Disney!!!

Thank you so much for reading I can relate---I will get so caught up in reading the TR and my husband thinks I am crazy too!! It is def. great to know that there are other "TR crazed" people out there

Your husband will love Diseny! Especially since you can show him a great time! Thanks again--should update tonight and possibly start a PTR!

 

[BippityBoo]

Thank you for reading and commenting It is always good to know that people are enjoying the report

 

[BippityBoo]

Hi Katie!! I'm all caught up after being away from the DIS for a few days! LOVE your update! WOW! I don't think we ever rode in a Disney bus that was empty!! Impressive!! The GF pool looks wonderful and the slide looks like fun!! Looks like a nice way to end the day! Can't wait to read more!

Thanks Becky So happy you are back It isn't the same without you

 

[BippityBoo]

Just catching up after being away and I just loved your EE photo, so funny especially as all the kids had their arms in the air, must admit I always hang on tight too

Sounds like a beautiful evening at the GF, I so can't wait till my trip there after seeing all your photos!

Oh did you see it announced that applications are being taken next month to join the Moms Panel? I'll link you when I can

Haha isn't the picture funny?! I am just impressed that I got on

I did NOT see about the applications! Thank you so much for remembering me!! I would love it if you could send one my way. I will start getting some info together...any tips? What type of questions do they ask? I appreciate it so much

 

[BippityBoo]

I am happy to announce that I started a new PTR! I know what you are saying..."but she hasn't even finished her TR!" I can not help it! I am so excited and already planning, so I decided to let you in on the fun. So now you have to keep up with TWO trip reports...ready...let's go!

"So this is what makes life divine!"
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33100410#post33100410

 

[disney<333]

I've been reading your TR for a while and it's really coming along great. Your kids are adorable. I love the Grand Floridian. My mom is going there next april and we might stay there for a night. What building where you in and what building do you recommend? Thanks! Next I'll check out your PTR. Just what I need another Tr to read. I know how you feel I started my PTR too before I finished my TR. Check em out. Thanks!
Have a great day

 

[BippityBoo]

I've been reading your TR for a while and it's really coming along great. Your kids are adorable. I love the Grand Floridian. My mom is going there next april and we might stay there for a night. What building where you in and what building do you recommend? Thanks! Next I'll check out your PTR. Just what I need another Tr to read. I know how you feel I started my PTR too before I finished my TR. Check em out. Thanks!
Have a great day

Hello!! You should def. stay at the GF! We were in Sago Cay ( I think that is how you spell it?) The building was very quiet and it was located directly next to the Main Building, Grill and Bus Stop! PERFECT view of the castle and monorail and marina. Really, it was the greatest location ever!

HAHA...glad I could give you reading material I will have to catch up on your TR and PTR tonight!

 

[DisneyJo]

I did NOT see about the applications! Thank you so much for remembering me!! I would love it if you could send one my way. I will start getting some info together...any tips? What type of questions do they ask? I appreciate it so much

It was on Twitter, not sure if you follow there but if you do start following DisneyParks for the official news! Obviously it may be different this year but here are last years questions....

2009 Panel Questions:

1. In 100 words or less, tell us about you and your family.
2. In 100 words or less, tell us what makes you a great Walt Disney World® vacation planner.
3. In 100 words or less, tell us what your favorite vacation tip is for visiting Walt Disney World® Resort.

There is also a thread on the Community Board if you have a few hours to spare Click here!

 

[BippityBoo]

It was on Twitter, not sure if you follow there but if you do start following DisneyParks for the official news! Obviously it may be different this year but here are last years questions....

2009 Panel Questions:

1. In 100 words or less, tell us about you and your family.
2. In 100 words or less, tell us what makes you a great Walt Disney World® vacation planner.
3. In 100 words or less, tell us what your favorite vacation tip is for visiting Walt Disney World® Resort.

There is also a thread on the Community Board if you have a few hours to spare Click here!

Thank you so much for the info!

Just what I need...another thread to subscribe to

Are you able to be a Moms Panel member again? Do you have to try out again?

 

[BippityBoo]

Hi everyone! I did not forget about ya'll! I am going to update our MK/DTD day tonight!

 

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Hi everyone! I did not forget about ya'll! I am going to update our MK/DTD day tonight!

I won't hold you to it but I'm ready.

 

[BippityBoo]

**WARNING** What I am about to report on may shock most of the DIS readers...please take a deep breath and keep reading...

HAHA well, maybe I am over-reacting! But, we did skip yet ANOTHER ADR (not my or my DH's idea....yea, the in-laws!) AND it was a big one. So...here we go!!

We woke up on this overcast, but cool morning. I decided to dress the kids in their "LSU" outfits because LSU was playing Florida that day and we thought it would be funny! Geaux Tigers!

We decided to head down to the Grand Floridian Cafe and have breakfast. I am soooo happy we did The restaurant was so pretty and the food was awesome!! We end up going back the next day, so stay tuned!

When we were searching the menu, one breakfast caught our eye..
LOBSTER BENEDICT!

It was sooo amazing! My DH ordered it, I got a veggie omlet with pepperjack cheese, the kids got biscuits and eggs. It was a great breakfast!

After breakfast, my DH took Aiden into the MEN'S BATHROOM to change him. Ahhh if every men's bathroom had a changing table.....and a MARBLE one at that~!

We had reservations at the Bippity Boppity Boutique around 11:30, so we had a little time to spare. We decided to head to the GF marina and rent a pontoon boat!

I highly reccomend doing this at your resort. It was so much fun We passed by the MK, Poly, Wilderness Lodge, etc. It was very relaxing.

Well, all that slow boat riding put us in a lazy mood, and we lost track of the time!! We only had about 25 minutes to get from GF to the Boutique! I was driving the boat at this point, so I tried to ride fast back to the GF...NOT easy to go fast in a pontoon boat

We decided to hop on the monorail, and made it to MK with 5 minutes to spare!! No time to rent a stroller, DH put Abby on his shoulders. Here is Abby leading the way!

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