"Reach for the sky!" We're finally getting there in JAN 2012!!!TR LINK PG 69!

[Twoboysnmygirl]

And you know what really makes this sad? I woke up this morning so excited b/c it's our 100 days today.

 

[Victoriasmom98]

Please don't give up hope yet!!!! And even if you don't go in October, that doesn't mean NEVER!!! I wish there was something I could do for you.....

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Thanks Ann. It's not looking good, I just got off the phone with the state and they didn't take any money from it, so it must have just been an adjustment the IRS made and so there won't be more money coming. There's just no way I can save thousands of dollars in 100 days.

 

[Victoriasmom98]

Oh Karen.... Obviously there's nothing I'm going to say to help things out. You do have your trip planned with Hope for 2013.....I know that's no consolation, but it's something.....AND you will have a new to you Durango!! That's worth something right there!!!

 

[Parla]

Oh Karen, I'm so sorry. I know you must be heartbroken. It seems like every time we get ahead here something major happens with the house or car. I used to always say at least we have our health. Then DD was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and I have constant worry from that (I'm up now because I often have to check her blood in the middle of the night). Now I say it's just money and as you said you have a wonderful loving family. Keep trying, I'm sure you'll get there soon.

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Thanks Ladies.

So, as it stands now, I think so that I can just let go and not stress over it, we are going to postpone the trip. I put in an email to the house and asked if we could just change our dates, I'm waiting for them to respond. I'm thinking Jan. 28-Feb 4th, 2012. I'm not really jumping for joy or wanting to continue the PTR right this moment, but maybe in a few weeks or near my ADR dates (7/31) I will feel like coming back and continuing on with my PTR!

For now, I just need to step back and focus on some other stuff. For so long, this trip has been really more than a trip. It signified us making it through a horrible year and finally being able to "do it". Well, we could have done it, I know we CAN do it now, it's just that there are other things that need to come first and I've made peace with that (actually, MORE than peace with it, I feel relieved and happy to think of other stuff for a while).

So, I'm going to focus on getting the Durango (the guy said he would hold it until next week when we get the check and I think with what I have in savings and some real penny pinching on groceries, we'll be able to still get it. It won't take long to catch up and start saving, but I would like to do some things with the house first before I start Disney saving again and stressing about it. So, when I do that and know for sure that we're going to try for end of Jan/beginning of Feb. then maybe I'll be ok with continuing on here.

It's not such a bad thing, I feel relieved in a way, I was so stressed about it and now I realize that it would have made the trip stressful as well.

Thanks for listening to me yammer!

So, I'm just taking a little summer break! I'll be around, reading still, I'm sure. I can't resist the DIS for long. AND, there's still mine/Hope's trip too.

 

[-Hope-]

I'm glad to hear he's holding the Durango- at least there's that. I actually got a little teary eyed reading that update. Seeing you talk about focusing on other things reminded me of how strong you are and that this one of the many things I admire so much about you. I know how letting go of a trip can lift the burden of stress and it leaves a bittersweet feeling, relief mixed with disappointment. A bit different for me, I know, since I CHOSE to give up Disney for a different trip. But that feeling of a weight being lifted I definitely understand. Hang in there (and let there be wine!).

 

[Pixiedust530]

So sorry about everything that is going on! It sounds like you already feel better about where things are headed. Focus on what's important (family) and the rest will fall into place! Good Luck!

 

[Kari-B]

Very sorry to hear about your disappointment Karen. I hope something ends up working out for you to still be able to go on your trip at one time or another. I have really enjoyed your PTR so far and hope you are able to continue it again later.

 

[MARsMama]

I'm so very sorry to hear about you having to postpone your trip I know what it's like to get hit with one thing after another Take care, and I hope things turn around for you and I'm soon reading your pre-trip report for Jan/Feb 2012

 

[msmith1026]

I'm sorry you have to postpone your trip, but i agree with MARsMama, you will get there. I'll be sending good thoughts your way. Hang in there.

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Thanks everyone! I'm still popping in every now and then and I'll be back in full force in the fall, I think, when summer busy days calm down a bit! I emailed the house and they said we could change our dates to the end of Jan/beginning of Feb. and just pay the difference (which is another 200$)

I'm hoping I will continue to be busy this summer and the holidays this year and will be able to save up and still take the trip. This time though, I won't be chatting it up with my family until we hit 100 days. I feel the worst about that, like I keep building them up and not following through with a trip. To be honest though, I think it's made them less excited about Disney b/c they don't really get excited about it, either b/c they don't really care or they don't think we'll go.

So this time I'll have to keep it quiet. 100 days falls the day before Savannah's birthday and I put away our chain (on day 100) and will pull it back out IF I think we will be able to make the trip. I think I'll know by 100 days.

So, do you want to see what my Disney Fund bought? If you weren't following, it was a huge ordeal with the IRS, they owed us money from a previous year that we amended and at the last minute they decided to only give us half. I still have no idea why, waiting on that info, but I've been driving a car that is literally falling apart, the windows will not open in front AND the AC is out, it's dangerously hot and too old to dump any money in. So...

I brought this pretty thing home Monday!!!

I'm so excited!! It's got higher miles, but SO nice compared to what I've been driving! It's also paid for, so no pesky payments! However, I still have a couple hot days left because I spent EVERY PENNY we have to purchase it and I don't have enough to pay the taxes and license it until Friday!

So, not all bad b/c now we have a vehicle to drive to Disney!

ADR's will be coming up on July 31st!!!

 

[MARsMama]

Great looking vechicle, congrats
You'll feel so much better driving to Florida in that

 

[Kari-B]

Looks good!

 

[mousescrapper]

Karen I am so sorry to hear you had to make the tough decision to cancel then postpone the trip....but from your blue post to now you certaintly seem relieved and content w/ the choice...I truly hope everything works out for the best...

I'll be back to follow along w/ what happens end of July


pixiedust and hugs


Julie

 

[DrMomof3]

Karen,
My heart is breaking for you. I'm sorry things are so hard for you.
Your new car is gorgeous!!!
Take life one day at a time and never lose faith.

Amanda

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Thanks everyone! It means a lot that you are reading still.

 

[Pixiedust530]

The new car is spectacular and although I know it stinks to have to postpone your trip again, but it sounds like you are totally at peace with your decision!

I can't wait to hear more about the Jan. plans and ADR's!

 

[Tink-erin-belle]

Karen, that Durango is gorgeous! I've always loved that type of SUV. I can understand your decision about keeping your new trip to yourself until you're closer to the dates. The only thing that got me through postponing the April trip I had planned was that the kids didn't know about it. I hope everything works out for this trip because you certainly deserve it! I went to WDW in Jan/Feb as a kid. The weather was beautiful and the rides were practically all walk on. I think you and your family will really enjoy yourselves

 

[exwdwcm]

Hi Karen

First off, LOVE the car, it is gorgeous!! Love the red. I hope you really enjoy it, it is a beauty.

Second, HUGS. I am so sorry your trip has been postponed. Don't dwell on it. It is what it is and your magical trip will come together sometime. Heck, maybe even make it a surprise for the kids this time, that way there is no pressure with when to tell them or worrying about it not coming together?

You have a great attitude and believe me, we are all allowed our pity parties. While I know we are all thankful for what we do have, it still hurts to not get what we really want. Nothing wrong with that at all. Anyhow- I am so sorry and just wanted to send you a hug and some pixie dust!

oh and your photo booth table was so darn cute! You are so talented. Besides being able to sing......being able to take great pics is one talent I wish I had. but alas, i do not. I always admire those that do!