Singles Social Club: It's Always 5 o'clock here!

[Teach2Learn]

I'm in Cleveland

I think I've only passed through Cleveland once, driving a van full of teens from northern Indiana to a large church camp in upstate New York. But I have come close, staying in Toledo on my way to and from Canada, and I know where to find Cedar Point. It's not Disney, but it does have some good coasters.

 

[DIS_MERI]

Thank you for your reply...guess I'll have to represent for the moment

I know there are many local Disney fans, but most of the ones I know are married or my students.

However, I have spent time in Cincy (as a lifelong Reds fan) and have been to Bloomington on numerous occasions for hiking/geocaching, though not in the past year or two.

Enjoying the holiday weekend with Thanksgiving leftovers, a little football on TV, exercise, Disney hopes/plans (Summer 2012), and church before heading back to the chaotic work weeks of preparation for final exams.

Yes, the SSC is a fairly small pool, since we are Disney lovers who are both Social and probably Single (although we have a few who are now coupled, including our own thread host ). We do have our own bartender (also no longer single), although drinking is not required I understand having to represent, I think I'm the only Hoosier here, although TheBigE may be able to make some claims when he's not world traveling And, since I believe you're new and just jumped in (and DC's busy meeting TDB's family)




I am enjoying my only Thanksgiving leftover (homemade caramels) and getting ready to go get the Christmas tree out of the storage shed so that when the kiddos come home tomorrow we can put it up DC hasn't checked in much, hope he's doing okay

 

[Teach2Learn]

Yes, the SSC is a fairly small pool, since we are Disney lovers who are both Social and probably Single (although we have a few who are now coupled, including our own thread host ). We do have our own bartender (also no longer single), although drinking is not required I understand having to represent, I think I'm the only Hoosier here, although TheBigE may be able to make some claims when he's not world traveling And, since I believe you're new and just jumped in (and DC's busy meeting TDB's family)




I am enjoying my only Thanksgiving leftover (homemade caramels) and getting ready to go get the Christmas tree out of the storage shed so that when the kiddos come home tomorrow we can put it up DC hasn't checked in much, hope he's doing okay

I appreciate the celebratory welcome with my single and somewhat social status, and am happy to hear I'll still be accepted as a non-drinker. Having lived in Indiana for several years and now just south of the river, I'm a lapsed Hoosier with the heart of a Kentuckian. My leftovers were the usual turkey, mashed potatoes, and green beans, which sounded better before you mentioned homemade caramels .

One of my favorite childhood memories was the traditional putting up of the Christmas tree. My dad would wear a special red sweater so that we would know it was time...cheesy, I know, but full of wonder in the eyes of an eight-year-old boy. Hope you make some great memories .

I've been perusing the resort boards, trying to decide my best options for a Disney trip next summer: POR, always thought it looked fun, if I can afford it; DVC, if my sister/BIL can help me figure out the points since they're members; or maybe POP or one of the AS resorts if it's a better financial decision. Of course, going solo affects the choice.

 

[DIS_MERI]

I appreciate the celebratory welcome with my single and somewhat social status, and am happy to hear I'll still be accepted as a non-drinker. Having lived in Indiana for several years and now just south of the river, I'm a lapsed Hoosier with the heart of a Kentuckian. My leftovers were the usual turkey, mashed potatoes, and green beans, which sounded better before you mentioned homemade caramels .

One of my favorite childhood memories was the traditional putting up of the Christmas tree. My dad would wear a special red sweater so that we would know it was time...cheesy, I know, but full of wonder in the eyes of an eight-year-old boy. Hope you make some great memories .

I've been perusing the resort boards, trying to decide my best options for a Disney trip next summer: POR, always thought it looked fun, if I can afford it; DVC, if my sister/BIL can help me figure out the points since they're members; or maybe POP or one of the AS resorts if it's a better financial decision. Of course, going solo affects the choice.

I don't drink either and they haven't run me off yet The group reference is to drinking, but we're a pretty welcoming group

As far as resorts, summer time is somewhat to rather expensive in terms of DVC points. I own a tiny amount of DVC points and we are actually staying off-site when we go down in June, I'm saving my points for a lower usage time of year Last year, we went about the same time and stayed at Pop. It was great for a first trip, the only time we had a problem with the buses was coming back from Downtown Disney and I think most resorts can run into that. The do just have full size beds there, but if you are doing a solo trip that shouldn't be so bad (unless you're rather tall, I doubt DC would be comfy there, lol). We enjoyed it and would go back there again for free dining We've looked into POR as well, and it looks beautiful! The kids were very excited about the pool, there (I think they like the pools and waterparks better than the regular parks!), but I'm rather frugal so we probably won't go there unless we take an extra and need to be able to fit a 5th person. Good luck deciding, planning is part of the fun

 

[NJDiva]

I appreciate the celebratory welcome with my single and somewhat social status, and am happy to hear I'll still be accepted as a non-drinker. Having lived in Indiana for several years and now just south of the river, I'm a lapsed Hoosier with the heart of a Kentuckian. My leftovers were the usual turkey, mashed potatoes, and green beans, which sounded better before you mentioned homemade caramels .

One of my favorite childhood memories was the traditional putting up of the Christmas tree. My dad would wear a special red sweater so that we would know it was time...cheesy, I know, but full of wonder in the eyes of an eight-year-old boy. Hope you make some great memories .

I've been perusing the resort boards, trying to decide my best options for a Disney trip next summer: POR, always thought it looked fun, if I can afford it; DVC, if my sister/BIL can help me figure out the points since they're members; or maybe POP or one of the AS resorts if it's a better financial decision. Of course, going solo affects the choice.

I don't drink either and they haven't run me off yet The group reference is to drinking, but we're a pretty welcoming group

As far as resorts, summer time is somewhat to rather expensive in terms of DVC points. I own a tiny amount of DVC points and we are actually staying off-site when we go down in June, I'm saving my points for a lower usage time of year Last year, we went about the same time and stayed at Pop. It was great for a first trip, the only time we had a problem with the buses was coming back from Downtown Disney and I think most resorts can run into that. The do just have full size beds there, but if you are doing a solo trip that shouldn't be so bad (unless you're rather tall, I doubt DC would be comfy there, lol). We enjoyed it and would go back there again for free dining We've looked into POR as well, and it looks beautiful! The kids were very excited about the pool, there (I think they like the pools and waterparks better than the regular parks!), but I'm rather frugal so we probably won't go there unless we take an extra and need to be able to fit a 5th person. Good luck deciding, planning is part of the fun

hey kids! DC is fine, he's still alive and is on his way home, waiting for details of the meeting later.
I did mean to do the whole welcome to the group thing but honestly this is the first weekend I had to myself and I did NOTHING all weekend and have loved every minute of it. so I felt a little guilty not being on the board knowing that our host was busy but Dis_Meri took care of hosting for the weekend.
So I hope everyone enjoyed themselves this weekend, tomorrow I have morning service to sing at (last Sunday I sang at 3) then the fam will be over for dinner with my grammy. I'm working on planning my family vacation and it's looking like the Disney Cruise out of NYC may be the choice. 3 of my cousins are teachers so it has to be in the summer and they all have kids so July and August are my choices....

 

[DIS_MERI]

hey kids! DC is fine, he's still alive and is on his way home, waiting for details of the meeting later.
I did mean to do the whole welcome to the group thing but honestly this is the first weekend I had to myself and I did NOTHING all weekend and have loved every minute of it. so I felt a little guilty not being on the board knowing that our host was busy but Dis_Meri took care of hosting for the weekend.
So I hope everyone enjoyed themselves this weekend, tomorrow I have morning service to sing at (last Sunday I sang at 3) then the fam will be over for dinner with my grammy. I'm working on planning my family vacation and it's looking like the Disney Cruise out of NYC may be the choice. 3 of my cousins are teachers so it has to be in the summer and they all have kids so July and August are my choices....

So, he at least survived, that's promising And, I hope you enjoyed your nothing weekend! As busy as you stay, you need to do that sometimes. I've had a kinda nothing day as well, didn't do as much as I'd planned, but I did get my run in and pulled the tree out of the storage shed as planned, so I'm still calling it productive

And, a cruise sounds like great fun! Especially a Disney cruise I think the kids would almost rather go on a cruise, but I've already got much of this summer's trip booked and planned, so they will have to hope for 2013 Hope you have a great dinner with your family

 

[Teach2Learn]

hey kids! DC is fine, he's still alive and is on his way home, waiting for details of the meeting later.
I did mean to do the whole welcome to the group thing but honestly this is the first weekend I had to myself and I did NOTHING all weekend and have loved every minute of it. so I felt a little guilty not being on the board knowing that our host was busy but Dis_Meri took care of hosting for the weekend.
So I hope everyone enjoyed themselves this weekend, tomorrow I have morning service to sing at (last Sunday I sang at 3) then the fam will be over for dinner with my grammy. I'm working on planning my family vacation and it's looking like the Disney Cruise out of NYC may be the choice. 3 of my cousins are teachers so it has to be in the summer and they all have kids so July and August are my choices....

The laziness virus must have spread because I confess that's how I felt today as well, though I'm finally getting some laundry done and may (or may not) grade some papers.

I understand the limitations of teachers' schedules, but a Disney Cruise still sounds exciting. Hope the singing goes well tomorrow!

 

[Teach2Learn]

I don't drink either and they haven't run me off yet The group reference is to drinking, but we're a pretty welcoming group

As far as resorts, summer time is somewhat to rather expensive in terms of DVC points. I own a tiny amount of DVC points and we are actually staying off-site when we go down in June, I'm saving my points for a lower usage time of year Last year, we went about the same time and stayed at Pop. It was great for a first trip, the only time we had a problem with the buses was coming back from Downtown Disney and I think most resorts can run into that. The do just have full size beds there, but if you are doing a solo trip that shouldn't be so bad (unless you're rather tall, I doubt DC would be comfy there, lol). We enjoyed it and would go back there again for free dining We've looked into POR as well, and it looks beautiful! The kids were very excited about the pool, there (I think they like the pools and waterparks better than the regular parks!), but I'm rather frugal so we probably won't go there unless we take an extra and need to be able to fit a 5th person. Good luck deciding, planning is part of the fun

Oops...thanks, I must have overlooked the five o'clock happy hour reference. Then again, the end of a traditional work day could also be a cause for smiling .

All things considered, POP Century is the most likely destination for my June trip. The savings are substantial and I can relive part of my 70s' childhood. I'm right at 6' tall, so hopefully I'll fit. Even Dave Ramsey should be proud...no credit card (gone long ago), only debit card. I can still visit POR and keep it in mind for a future visit .

Although I'm sure it's a lot of work, it must be fantastic taking your own kids. My grandparents took the grandchildren (five of us) in the mid-70s. From the Haunted Mansion to the Hall of Presidents, from Space Mountain to Tom Sawyer's Island(?), even our own MM Ears, we were so spoiled. I don't think I truly appreciated it until years later when I realized the sacrifices they made to get us there. I've always wanted to take my own children, but life hasn't worked out that way (no kids). However, I have vicariously shared in the joy of my nephews and nieces, though I haven't been to Disney with them.

Yes, I agree the planning is part of the fun. I'm the type that plans in detail an agenda for each day, but then I go with the flow once there, realizing that sometimes the best things in life are often unexpected.

 

[MICKEY88]

I don't drink either and they haven't run me off yet The group reference is to drinking, but we're a pretty welcoming group

as the resident Pyrate, I prefer non drinkers... fewer people trying to steal me rum....

 

[NJDiva]

The laziness virus must have spread because I confess that's how I felt today as well, though I'm finally getting some laundry done and may (or may not) grade some papers.

I understand the limitations of teachers' schedules, but a Disney Cruise still sounds exciting. Hope the singing goes well tomorrow!

singing will be fine. I'm the choir directress for 4 of the 5 choirs at my church and tomorrow is the gospel choir and they totally rock.
I was traveling up until Thursday so laziness was overdue

my aunts and uncles will be over so they will be the ones to pitch the idea to their children (my 1st cousins)..I personally love cruising and if they don't go I will...alone!

oh and btw, I LOVE POR! big fan of all the moderate resorts...

 

[MICKEY88]

I was traveling up until Thursday so laziness was overdue
..

with your work schedule is it really laziness ?? sounds more like exhaustion

 

[NJDiva]

with your work schedule is it really laziness ?? sounds more like exhaustion

I did sleep most of the time...I was reunited with my bed this weekend...

 

[ctnurse]

I spent the morning with my mother working through an impressively long to do/shopping list for her new condo. Then caught the Osborne Lights, and parade + Wishes @MK. Today was all dish shopping and dealing with the driver's license place. Gack.

Hoping to get over to Epcot one night over the weekend to see the Candlelight Processional.

Sounds like a great night. I love EPCOT at night.

Happy belated Thanksgiving!

I had a nice day with family yesterday, stopped at Old Navy on the way home and then spent from 9pm-1am looking for a lost dog DS's best buddy is going to be heartbroken if we don't find this little guy (his parents haven't told him yet, they return Sunday). I did go to Walmart at 8am to get a few things, but there were no crowds. Spent from 9am-noon looking for the doggy again. We put up flyers last night and got a call this morning just before 8, but he'd run away from the lady who saw him and no one has seen him since Gotta leave in a couple hours to take the kid to their Dad, but then I have the weekend off (which means I get to clean the house, lol). Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend, and that DC is surviving the grilling



ETA: Doggie has been found! Much thanksgiving going on

What great news about the dog. I can't imagine having to tell a child that his beloved animal was gone. We just got a kitten a couple of weeks ago and my son is in love with him. It would break my heart if I had to tell him something like that.

Yes, the SSC is a fairly small pool, since we are Disney lovers who are both Social and probably Single (although we have a few who are now coupled, including our own thread host ). We do have our own bartender (also no longer single), although drinking is not required I understand having to represent, I think I'm the only Hoosier here, although TheBigE may be able to make some claims when he's not world traveling And, since I believe you're new and just jumped in (and DC's busy meeting TDB's family)




I am enjoying my only Thanksgiving leftover (homemade caramels) and getting ready to go get the Christmas tree out of the storage shed so that when the kiddos come home tomorrow we can put it up DC hasn't checked in much, hope he's doing okay

Meri is right. We are a very welcoming bunch and you don't have to be single, just social. Please feel free to make yourself at home. She is also doing a great job of welcoming everyone since DC is out of town. I am guessing he did fine with meeting TDB family.

Homemade caramels sound really yummy. Do you coat them with chocolate? I bet they are really good warm too.

Oops...thanks, I must have overlooked the five o'clock happy hour reference. Then again, the end of a traditional work day could also be a cause for smiling .

All things considered, POP Century is the most likely destination for my June trip. The savings are substantial and I can relive part of my 70s' childhood. I'm right at 6' tall, so hopefully I'll fit. Even Dave Ramsey should be proud...no credit card (gone long ago), only debit card. I can still visit POR and keep it in mind for a future visit .

Although I'm sure it's a lot of work, it must be fantastic taking your own kids. My grandparents took the grandchildren (five of us) in the mid-70s. From the Haunted Mansion to the Hall of Presidents, from Space Mountain to Tom Sawyer's Island(?), even our own MM Ears, we were so spoiled. I don't think I truly appreciated it until years later when I realized the sacrifices they made to get us there. I've always wanted to take my own children, but life hasn't worked out that way (no kids). However, I have vicariously shared in the joy of my nephews and nieces, though I haven't been to Disney with them.

Yes, I agree the planning is part of the fun. I'm the type that plans in detail an agenda for each day, but then I go with the flow once there, realizing that sometimes the best things in life are often unexpected.

I stayed at POP in August. I was pleasantly surprised how much we enjoyed it. My son asked to stay there, and we had a great time. It was the first time I stayed at a Value, and for what we needed it was perfect! You will find that all of us on here love WDW, and the thought of being a big kid is so much fun. I can hardly wait for my next trip!!! It is fun to plan, but going with the flow can just be as much fun, since you never know what surprise may be around the corner.

I did sleep most of the time...I was reunited with my bed this weekend...

I love my bed too. It is just so warm and comfy. Glad you had a nice relaxing weekend.


I had a great weekend. Went out to dinner on Thankgiving with my son and my mom. Had a great turkey dinner with wine sitting next to the fire. I worked Friday. I had it off at first, then decided that the vacation day would be better used during the summer. We went to see the Muppet Movie on Friday night, which was really good. Last night I had some really tasty wine with a really great person. Lots of great conversation and a little too much wine. Today I need to finish cleaning my house then off to the mall for a little shopping.

And an update for the ladies....I was able to find two dresses that I needed for the fancy dinner and NYE. Now I am on the hunt for 1 more pair of shoes and the two outfits will be complete.


Hope everyone has a great weekend.

 

[nurse.darcy]

Sarafian dinner was fun. Enjoyed the family all hanging out at our place. Great food and great time. . .love it.

 

[MICKEY88]

Now I am on the hunt for 1 more pair of shoes and the two outfits will be complete.

www.shiekhshoes.com

 

[DIS_MERI]

Homemade caramels sound really yummy. Do you coat them with chocolate? I bet they are really good warm too.

I usually do just the caramels (they are *very* rich), but I sometimes use them to make homemade turtles (with pecan pieces and then coat in chocolate almond bark). Because of the way the caramels are cooked, they are usually a little firm for turtles for my taste (I cut them with a sharp knife, but they aren't as hard as the Brach's ones). This time, I pulled out some at a lower temperature to be able to use to make a softer center for the turtles And, yes, they are much softer warm and are very good pretty much any time/way I've had them. I made them this time because my Mom asked if I'd be bringing them and I took that as a hint, lol.

 

[Floydian]

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[Andrew015]

I usually do just the caramels (they are *very* rich), but I sometimes use them to make homemade turtles (with pecan pieces and then coat in chocolate almond bark). Because of the way the caramels are cooked, they are usually a little firm for turtles for my taste (I cut them with a sharp knife, but they aren't as hard as the Brach's ones). This time, I pulled out some at a lower temperature to be able to use to make a softer center for the turtles And, yes, they are much softer warm and are very good pretty much any time/way I've had them. I made them this time because my Mom asked if I'd be bringing them and I took that as a hint, lol.

I think you need to share for the entire group

 

[DIS_MERI]

I think you need to share for the entire group

I don't think they're quite as tasty on the internet

Anyone that wants to come to Bloomington is welcome to have a couple

 

[NJDiva]

I don't think they're quite as tasty on the internet

Anyone that wants to come to Bloomington is welcome to have a couple

how far is that from Indianapolis?? my sorority headquarters is in Indy so I am willing to make that roadtrip for some good caramel!!