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

[Andrew015]

Well pleasure to meet you! Tell me a little about yourself.

 

[wdwgirl03]

Congrats Andrew! How exciting to finally have your first DVC trip booked. 10 days at the Wilderness Lodge Villas sounds awesome. But really I'd take 10 days at any Disney resort.

 

[Andrew015]

Hey stranger! I agree, 10 days anywhere at Disney is a great thing! How have you been? Long time no talk!

 

[wdwgirl03]

Hey stranger! I agree, 10 days anywhere at Disney is a great thing! How have you been? Long time no talk!

I've been good. Went to Disney World in April (right after Easter) and stayed at the Boardwalk for a week which was AMAZING!!! We had a BW view so that was really cool. Now I'm teaching summer school and looking forward to going to Boston for a couple days later this summer. Sounds like you've been busy lately too!

 

[DIS_MERI]

Just checking in to say that it finally rained in Indiana today, which was very welcome! It cooled things off enough for me to get out for a run tonight, for the first time in a *very* long time. It got me thinking, my November trip just happens to coincide with the Wine and Dine Half....I might have to seriously consider doing that. Right now the race is 82% full and I am a long way from 13.1 miles, but it is an intriguing idea, especially since I wasn't able to do the Princess back in February like I had wanted to....My kids will be there, but since it is a night race I can leave my oldest in charge with some food and electronic baby-sitters in the room with no worries....Any thoughts?

 

[beachphotog]

Just checking in to say that it finally rained in Indiana today, which was very welcome! It cooled things off enough for me to get out for a run tonight, for the first time in a *very* long time. It got me thinking, my November trip just happens to coincide with the Wine and Dine Half....I might have to seriously consider doing that. Right now the race is 82% full and I am a long way from 13.1 miles, but it is an intriguing idea, especially since I wasn't able to do the Princess back in February like I had wanted to....My kids will be there, but since it is a night race I can leave my oldest in charge with some food and electronic baby-sitters in the room with no worries....Any thoughts?

I have no opinion to offer on the race other than, you should totally do it! You have plenty of time to train and get in your qualifying runs.
Also, it sounds like we'll be there at the same time. I'm there 11/9-11/13, what are your dates?

 

[beachphotog]

I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend! Mine was low key, trying to stay cool... I did spend the afternoon at the pool without sunscreen you would think that at almost 30 (for the 3rd time... next sunday) I would learn... Guess not.

 

[NJDiva]

Hey gang!

It's been a long while, for which I apologize. Sometimes, life just gets busy and priorities change. But I am looking forward to getting back on the DIS on a more regular basis. I'm glad to see the regular "crew" is still in tact!

In my few month absence, I've taken on some new responsibilities at work, done some traveling (as a result of said new responsbilities), purchased a new house (closing mid-August), and booked my first Disney Vacation Club trip I'm taking my parents and my brother for 10 days at the Wilderness Lodge Villas in May 2013. We're going to be meeting my cousin and his wife + 3 kids, who will be staying in the main lodge.

So that's the abbreviated version How's everyone doing, and what's new with the group?

well hey sunshine!!! we missed you! so awesome about the house..where is the house located? so you are gonna be in WDW in May, what are your dates? I'm down there the first week of May for my birthday (of course staying in the Princess rooms in POR).
how is work going for you...new responsibilities...that equals more money and less time to yourself...

 

[DIS_MERI]

I have no opinion to offer on the race other than, you should totally do it! You have plenty of time to train and get in your qualifying runs.
Also, it sounds like we'll be there at the same time. I'm there 11/9-11/13, what are your dates?

My biggest worry with the race itself (other than the 13.1 miles lol) is that it is a night race and I'd always done morning runs before. But, I went out this evening without issue, so I'm not as concerned. I'll have a little time before I *have* to make a decision, so I can try out evening running some more.

As for our dates, we will be there 11/7-11/13, so we will be there at the same time It's a great time to combine food and wine with christmas decorations, and as a bonus it is 2 weeks before my girls' birthdays

 

[ahoff]

Do the race! Running at night is pretty cool, especially through Disney.

I had a great week, saw Phish twice, toured some caverns, ran an 8K this morning and spent the rest of the day at the beach. The water was great, nice way to cool off. Sure had been hot here.

Have a good week, everyone!

 

[superdisneydork]

Hey all, new guy here!

So, is this just a thread for us awesome solo-ers (to be) to hang around, chat and plan interesting get togethers? Cause I'd love that
Is there a newbie guy, should I stand up and say my name, occupation and blood type? ;-)

I'm in the beginning stages of planning a solo visit in mid-September, I'm looking forward to the experience, but I'd be a bit less apprehensive if I made some friends before or during the trip!

 

[Andrew015]

I've been good. Went to Disney World in April (right after Easter) and stayed at the Boardwalk for a week which was AMAZING!!! We had a BW view so that was really cool. Now I'm teaching summer school and looking forward to going to Boston for a couple days later this summer. Sounds like you've been busy lately too!

Awesome! I recall reading a thread of yours telling us about your then planned trip for April. Sounds like it was a great time! BWV was my second choice for home resort. I'm actually contemplating adding on some additional points at BWV in the near future. Once I get settled into the house, that may be something that I look at a little more seriously next year.

I've been quite busy, but things will hopefully be settling down for the duration of the summer.

Boston sounds like a really good time. Are you visiting friends or family, or just sight seeing? Hope that you enjoy it either way!

 

[Andrew015]

well hey sunshine!!! we missed you! so awesome about the house..where is the house located? so you are gonna be in WDW in May, what are your dates? I'm down there the first week of May for my birthday (of course staying in the Princess rooms in POR).
how is work going for you...new responsibilities...that equals more money and less time to yourself...

Hey Diva! Good to hear from you! The house is located in the subarbs of Cleveland. I'm right on Lake Erie, which is important to me because I'm into the boating thing and need to be close to the water.

I'll be down first week of May as well (beginning on the 3rd for 10 days). If I can break away from the family for an evening, maybe we can grab a bite to eat or a beer! Keep me posted.

 

[wdwgirl03]

Awesome! I recall reading a thread of yours telling us about your then planned trip for April. Sounds like it was a great time! BWV was my second choice for home resort. I'm actually contemplating adding on some additional points at BWV in the near future. Once I get settled into the house, that may be something that I look at a little more seriously next year.

I've been quite busy, but things will hopefully be settling down for the duration of the summer.

Boston sounds like a really good time. Are you visiting friends or family, or just sight seeing? Hope that you enjoy it either way!

Yes, it was definitely a great trip. I am still working on that trip report. I am glad I finally got to check the BWV off my list of DVC resorts (I want to try BLT on my next trip though that may be a tough one to get). My dad and I also did the Keys to the Kingdom tour which we both loved. I would recommend that to anyone-I had so much fun I didn't want it to end.

We're just planning on doing some sightseeing in Boston-some of the historical stuff and hopefully a Red Sox game. I've never been there before so it should be fun!

 

[TampaRobert]

Just checking in to say that it finally rained in Indiana today, which was very welcome! It cooled things off enough for me to get out for a run tonight, for the first time in a *very* long time. It got me thinking, my November trip just happens to coincide with the Wine and Dine Half....I might have to seriously consider doing that. Right now the race is 82% full and I am a long way from 13.1 miles, but it is an intriguing idea, especially since I wasn't able to do the Princess back in February like I had wanted to....My kids will be there, but since it is a night race I can leave my oldest in charge with some food and electronic baby-sitters in the room with no worries....Any thoughts?

Go for it! You only regret the things you didn't do. I haven't signed up for it yet, but I'm going to. Don't worry about being a long way from 13.1 miles. Alternate walking and running and you'll do great. There's so many people that stop and wait in line for pictures with the characters during the race, that I think the 16 minute/mile must be pretty hard not to be able to do. When I walk during a cool down, my GPS watch says I'm walking a 3.1 mph pace...a 16 minute mile is 3.75 mph....so if you can walk a little faster than me, you're good!!

 

[NJDiva]

Hey Diva! Good to hear from you! The house is located in the subarbs of Cleveland. I'm right on Lake Erie, which is important to me because I'm into the boating thing and need to be close to the water.

I'll be down first week of May as well (beginning on the 3rd for 10 days). If I can break away from the family for an evening, maybe we can grab a bite to eat or a beer! Keep me posted.

sweet!! does that mean you're coming back to the states??
I am so up for meeting up while you're down there. I'm sure your parents will want to take a night to relax.

 

[beachphotog]

*begin soapbox rant* I know I can be catty, but I'm not a b(word you can't say here) unless you push me. There is no reason to strut into the gym like you own the place, be rude to those of us who are there all the time, and not take direction from the coach.
3 minutes in the ring, I will knock you out.

I'm really not all the tough, just don't push me... *climbing off soapbox.*

Phew, I feel better now.

 

[jagfanjosh3252]

You ok there beachphotog?

 

[PlutoPatrol]

*begin soapbox rant* I know I can be catty, but I'm not a b(word you can't say here) unless you push me. There is no reason to strut into the gym like you own the place, be rude to those of us who are there all the time, and not take direction from the coach.
3 minutes in the ring, I will knock you out.

I'm really not all the tough, just don't push me... *climbing off soapbox.*

Phew, I feel better now.

Wow what did I miss? LOL

 

[beachphotog]

I encountered a very rude person at the gym tonight. Rude to the coach, who's this 62 yr old ex-boxer, and wouldn't talk to any of us except to snap that she was there to learn from the coach... Not me, even though I have been Going there for 7 months... But, what do I know?

I just needed to go on a little rant about rude people... No need for it.