Sarah's MAW PTR

Last Saturday our family had the privilege of attending an event that the sponsor of our wish was hosting. It was a vintage car, bike, and truck show. Our wish coordinator had told me that this event usually raises enough money to sponsor two wishes!

As we were walking up to the show people started greeting us by name...Sophie, Sarah's sister was a little weirded out by that! Then they handed us some programs for the event and showed us Sarah's picture inside, that made it make sense! They also gave Sarah a big bag filled with goodies...all in her favorite color, purple;) There were many pictures taken and many people came up wishing our family well...it truly made us feel very special!

We are down to about three months until our trip...getting very excited!
 
Down to about two and half months for us before we get to bust out of town!! Once school starts next week I know time will fly by quickly:) I know weather is always unpredictable...any thoughts on whether or not we would be able to hit up a water park while there?? We will be there the week of Thanksgiving. I know we will have plenty to keep up busy without going to one, but they are always fun for a change:)

Sarah is doing well, we have had a pretty uneventful month of August, which is always a good thing!
 
Down to about two and half months for us before we get to bust out of town!! Once school starts next week I know time will fly by quickly:) I know weather is always unpredictable...any thoughts on whether or not we would be able to hit up a water park while there?? We will be there the week of Thanksgiving. I know we will have plenty to keep up busy without going to one, but they are always fun for a change:)

Sarah is doing well, we have had a pretty uneventful month of August, which is always a good thing!

You might be able to, or at least the pool @ GKTW. I'm from North Florida, about 3 hours from Orlando & I have been to the beach Thanksgiving week. its hard to predict. When we went on our trip in Feb/Mar, i didn't expect for it to be warm enough to swim & we were in the pool 4 of the 7 days we were there. Bring swim suits just in case.
 
Can't believe it has been three weeks since I have updated. Life has gotten crazy with school being back in session. It doesn't help that between my teaching job, and the girls being at two different schools...there are three calendars to keep track of!! Sarah has been doing pretty well and has been working so well at physical therapy these last few weeks!

One of these days I will upload some more pics of my wish girl and family!!!
 

We have dates! We also have a sponsor!!! I think everything is falling into place now, well other than I am not one of these wonderful planning type people that so many of you are! I did find a website that listed which days of the week were the best to hit each park...not sure how accurate those are, but I may try to plan around their suggestions. We are going to be there over Thanksgiving, so the crowds may be interesting!

I am just so excited to have definite dates and to be able to start thinking about plans. Plus this gives me six months to try to drop a few pounds;)

Hello.

Congrats!!

My daughters' Make a Wish trip to GKTW is the week of Thanksgiving as well. I just found out a few weeks ago, and am starting to plan.

Do you know of any special holiday events/parties that week?

Thank you.
 
I am not sure if they do anything special/different for Thanksgiving. I think I saw that you posted that on the main site, maybe someone who volunteers there will have some insight! How old is your wisk kid? I am sure we will see you there!!! Happy planning;)

Hello.

Congrats!!

My daughters' Make a Wish trip to GKTW is the week of Thanksgiving as well. I just found out a few weeks ago, and am starting to plan.

Do you know of any special holiday events/parties that week?

Thank you.
 
Big day for my girls today...they got to start putting stickers on the countdown calendar that our Make-a-Wish coordinator sent to us! How fun...only a month and a half out now. My mom and step-dad just made reservations to stay in Kississmee for a few nights while we are down there. It seems like I remember reading that guests can buy meals at GKTW...anyone know??
 
My daughter is 16, severe special needs and wheelchair bound. She LOVES Mickey. I am trying to make this as special for her as possible.

I am sure we will see you there...

So excited about her trip!
 


We hope your trip was amazing!​



Thanks so much for the well wishes!!!! We have not gone on our trip yet, but I am sure it will be fabulous!!! We fly out Nov. 18, and we are definitely very excited! The countdown calendar is on the last page now...that is big news:thumbsup2
 
Thanks so much for the well wishes!!!! We have not gone on our trip yet, but I am sure it will be fabulous!!! We fly out Nov. 18, and we are definitely very excited! The countdown calendar is on the last page now...that is big news:thumbsup2


Love it!!!

We fly out Nov 18th too.. So excited!!! Already getting things together now that Halloween is past us.
 
Thanks so much for the well wishes!!!! We have not gone on our trip yet, but I am sure it will be fabulous!!! We fly out Nov. 18, and we are definitely very excited! The countdown calendar is on the last page now...that is big news:thumbsup2

I thought your trip was October 18 to the 24th...:blush::blush::blush::blush: I obviously can't read! :confused3
It WILL be fabulous!

NOW I remember, uuhhh, I was just giving a foreshadowing....Yes, that was it, That is my story and I am sticking to it! :rotfl2:

I love last page countdowns, at least I do when I am ready...You must be SO EXCITED!!!!
 
Your girls are adorable. So sorry that your family has gone through so much. So exciting that Sarah is getting her wish. I hope your family has a wonderful trip. :)
 
2mwihzo.gif
 
Thanks so much for the Christmas wishes!! I still have written a trip report, but I do still plan on it!
 














Save Up to 30% on Rooms at Walt Disney World!

Save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels when you stay 5 consecutive nights or longer in late summer and early fall. Plus, enjoy other savings for shorter stays.This offer is valid for stays most nights from August 1 to October 11, 2025.
CLICK HERE







New Posts







DIS Facebook DIS youtube DIS Instagram DIS Pinterest

Back
Top