rnCheck in Saturday having a freak out this morning

[TourPixie]

We check in Saturday and i am so excited. Leaving tomorrow for our drive.

Then this morning I have a little freak out and I am in tears. Last years trip to POR was boked very last minute and it was a trip for my family to run away. My brother was killed January 21st and we checked into POR February 26th. We were really running away from life and it was a wonderful trip.

We immediately started planning this years trip. I have 3 children, a DD5, Ds4 and DD23months. My youngest was born with a disability so we were also recovering from that on last years trip. For this trip we had planned to take my father at my childrens request, sadly my car decided to break down and the budget to bring my father went to its repairs. In the long run it was a good thing as in January this year my fathers cancer returned, we almost lost him more than once during that month and he still remains terribly ill. I the mother also have been dealing with some health issues and underwent a radiation treatment in February, and have been terribly ill ever since, dizzy spells, weakness, confusion, body aches etc. I found out just yessterday that the treatment did not work and that is why I am still feeling so terrible.
So now we leave tomorrow to drive to POR. Staying 6 nights and I am so excited yet so scared. My budget for the trip went into a lot of my medical needs so I am coming in with less than I had hoped for, I am so worried about having the energy and ability to make it through the trip but I can not let my children down.
This is also our first trip since i have had to go gluten free so this adds to my stress. I m just in tears this morning trying to figure it all out
Like I say maybe this is a mini freak out but I just need reassurance that the disney magic will shine in my childrens eyes and bring us through this just as it is supposed to. Any tips or suggestions in regards to my situation would be greatly appreciated as well.

 

[rewardsinlife]

It will be okay!

Actually, I have been on a trip to Disney on some of my lowest days and it turns right around to be the greatest day! Pain especially seems to disappear the second I start listening to the wonderful Disney music. Being immersed in the colors and sounds and actions of rides helps as well.

Take breaks and go slow. If you go running around like crazy, you won't feel well a couple hours later. Some of the best trips I have been on are when we went on a few less rides, but was able to see a few more shows or attractions/parades by taking our time.

Set a reasonable budget. If you go over one day with a sit down meal, look more for snack foods the next.

If you all seem to be dwindling it is okay to go back to the hotel and sit by the pool or take a nap! You can always go back later that night if you all feel up to it!

Have a great trip!

 

[Shelly F - Ohio]

At WDW it seems that all the life stressers seem to go away for a bit. Its like being transformed into a different world. You are focused on different things that bring joy and happiness.

I know that just planning a trip and be stressful but in the end it all works out. Dont worry and no more tears !!!!

 

[Disneyaddictz]

They moment you see those babies eyes light up i just know you will be cured! Seems even at your lowest moment your little one can just brighten your day in an instant! Good luck and pixie dust

 

[I Love Pluto]

I believe in Mickey!

I hope your trip is the best one you ever had. That's what Disney is for!

Have a great trip!!!!!

 

[jmartinez1895]

Some times a little pixie dust ( and some well timed breaks to rest ) can go a long way. You will have a blast I know. Once you get there don't think about the things that have happened or the things to come. just savor the time with your kids.