Sssh....don't tell anyone...we're cheating on CSR -- Contest -- Days 6 & 7--#3516

[shocky5]

After a longt, emotional draining day, here is the news on the cars.

My car cost $590 to fix. I needed an oil change, air filter replaced, new battery and both rear shocks replaced.

As for my husband's car, nothing will be done until we get back. We need to get a couple of estimates and just do NOT want to deal with it right now. It might be totalled (it is a Chevy Trailblazer and the entire front is smashed in, the air conditioner cracked and the shift gear does not work; however, the car starts ande the wheels turn) or it might not.

In case I have NOT mentioned this before, we have TWO abswolutely terrific sons. Andy paid for my car to be fixed on his Firestone Tire & Repair shop credit card and told us to pay him back whenever. He also insists on paying for the deductible of $500 if the other car can be fixed. I told him over and over we would just cancel our trip and pay for the repairs, etc. He told me in NO uncertain terms, that this was his vacation too and he was not forfeiting his airline tickets, park tickets, etc. He made me cry so many times today with this thoughtfulness and generosity.

So the trip is on and he won't even let me cancel some of our ADR's and give him at least part of the money. He says we are having the vacation of a lifetime together.

So I tell you all, I love both of my kids and they truly are remarkable young men.

Okay, I am going to post the last two days of questions soon as after being on the phone off and on all day with my husband and son about both cars, I got nothing done and the next two days are going to be extremely busy at the office.

Thank you all for all of your good wishes, thoughts and hugs, etc. I will say it once more: the DIS friends are the best friends.

What a beautiful moment out of a completely frustrating situation. Speaks volumes about what your boys think of their parents!

But I'm so thankful all is moving forward for you and your trip and I'm hopeful that all will work out, insurance-wise, on the trailblazer. So weird it will still start and the wheels will turn with all of the other issues. But I'm glad you can set it aside until you get back. Here's to having a couple of really good days to prepare for your trip!!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Kathy, I have not been able to keep up on your report - every time I get a chance to visit again, I'm 30 pages behind. I skimmed quite a bit, noticed the accident! Yikes! So glad everyone is okay! And how incredible of your sons!!!! What good men. You are blessed!

In case I don't get back here, have a WONDERFUL trip, I look forward to reading all about it on the other side!

 

[shocky5]

Day 6 (Wednesday, September 28)

1) Will Andy get to front of line at Rope Drop for mad dash for Fast Passes for Toy Story Mania? He will do his best!!

2) What do we ride first: Toy Story Mania or Tower of Terror? Tower of Terror since you will have FP for TSM

3) If we get to the Animation Studios, which character will we get? One of your favorite fab four!

4) Will we find time for The Beauty & The Beast show?
Probably not this trip... been there, done that.

5) What will Kathy do while Mark and Andy ride Rock & Roll Roller Coaster?
Hang out in the gift shop or get a fake tattoo at a local vendor

6) What, if any appetizer, will we get at 50's Prime Time?
the sample platter!

7) What time will we get to Epcot?
by 2:00p

8) Will Kathy finally do Pick a Pearl?
YES!

9) Will we see Voices of Liberty this trip?
YES!

10) How many Grand Mariner slushies will Kathy have?
Two

11) Will Andy and Mark get a beer in every country? If not, how many countries?Not every country, but at least 5 of them.

12) Will we make it until midnight at Epcot?You will try to but might cut it a little bit after Illuminations

Day 7 (Thursday, September 29)

1) Will we finally make Kona for breakfast or cancel again?
You will make it to Kona

2) If we make it, what will Mark finally decide to order?
Tonga Toast!!

3) What will the first attraction at the MK be this last day at DW?
POC

4) Will we find Push this trip? Will he have a conversation with us again?
You will keep your eye out for him. If you see him, you will have a conversation. If you don't, you won't.

5) Who does Space Mountain? All three of us? None of us?
All 3 of you!

6) Will Mark try a Dole Whip this trip?
YES

7) Will the Mayor or his wife stop by The Plaza while we are having lunch?
It's always possible

8) Girl or boy? Which will get the balloon in memory of my dad/Andy's grandpa? Oh how I wish it could be one of mine I'm going with a girl receiving the balloon - such an amazing gesture

9) Popcorn to go?Of course!

10) What time will we say goodbye to the MK and head off to Nickiland?
After the 3 p.m. parade

You are going to have a wonderful trip!

 

[mommy2mrb]

Kathy I am so happy you aren't cancelling your trip! You and Mark have raised two very wonderful young men, you must be so proud

so only happiness the next couple of days and then you will be in the Happiest place on earth!


Day 6 (Wednesday, September 28)

1) Will Andy get to front of line at Rope Drop for mad dash for Fast Passes for Toy Story Mania? yes, but he will just walk REALLY fast, no running!

2) What do we ride first: Toy Story Mania or Tower of Terror?TSM, get FP , then ToT and FP

3) If we get to the Animation Studios, which character will we get? Goofy

4) Will we find time for The Beauty & The Beast show? yes

5) What will Kathy do while Mark and Andy ride Rock & Roll Roller Coaster? go shopping!!!!

6) What, if any appetizer, will we get at 50's Prime Time? none

7) What time will we get to Epcot? 3 pm

8) Will Kathy finally do Pick a Pearl? no

9) Will we see Voices of Liberty this trip? yes

10) How many Grand Mariner slushies will Kathy have? two

11) Will Andy and Mark get a beer in every country? If not, how many countries? No....um Andy 4...Mark 3

12) Will we make it until midnight at Epcot? yes because you are party animals

Day 7 (Thursday, September 29)

1) Will we finally make Kona for breakfast or cancel again? yes just so you can tell Tim!

2) If we make it, what will Mark finally decide to order? the Big Kauna

3) What will the first attraction at the MK be this last day at DW? splash mtn

4) Will we find Push this trip? Will he have a conversation with us again? no

5) Who does Space Mountain? All three of us? None of us? just mark and andy

6) Will Mark try a Dole Whip this trip? yes, if you bat your pretty eyes!

7) Will the Mayor or his wife stop by The Plaza while we are having lunch?
yes
8) Girl or boy? Which will get the balloon in memory of my dad/Andy's grandpa? a boy

9) Popcorn to go? of course!!

10) What time will we say goodbye to the MK and head off to Nickiland? 8pm so the traffic will be cleared out
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[Poolrat]

Day 6 (Wednesday, September 28)

1) Will Andy get to front of line at Rope Drop for mad dash for Fast Passes for Toy Story Mania?
He wouldn't miss it for the world.

2) What do we ride first: Toy Story Mania or Tower of Terror? Andy goes for FP but you ride ToT first.

3) If we get to the Animation Studios, which character will we get?
Eeyore

4) Will we find time for The Beauty & The Beast show? Not this time
5) What will Kathy do while Mark and Andy ride Rock & Roll Roller Coaster?

watch streetmosphere,

6) What, if any appetizer, will we get at 50's Prime Time?
YOu will get a milkshake , does that count?

7) What time will we get to Epcot? 5pm

8) Will Kathy finally do Pick a Pearl? yes

9) Will we see Voices of Liberty this trip? Nope you will miss them

10) How many Grand Mariner slushies will Kathy have? just 1

11) Will Andy and Mark get a beer in every country? If not, how many countries? You will time for 4.

12) Will we make it until midnight at Epcot? Yes

Day 7 (Thursday, September 29)

1) Will we finally make Kona for breakfast or cancel again? LAte night you cancel again.

2) If we make it, what will Mark finally decide to order?

3) What will the first attraction at the MK be this last day at DW? Hm for the queue

4) Will we find Push this trip? Will he have a conversation with us again?
Nope

5) Who does Space Mountain? All three of us? None of us?

All of you.

6) Will Mark try a Dole Whip this trip? Yes

7) Will the Mayor or his wife stop by The Plaza while we are having lunch?

Nope but someone else comes in .

8) Girl or boy? Which will get the balloon in memory of my dad/Andy's grandpa? Girl this year.

9) Popcorn to go? of course

10) What time will we say goodbye to the MK and head off to Nickiland?

about 4 pm.
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[Poolrat]

Sorry about all the car drama. Glad everyone is OK and that is most important.

Your sons have amazing parents and you are so blessed.

Listen to them and have a great time and deal with the real world when you come back.

I hope it all gets settled with the least amount of trouble and money.

 

[amandaw]

I'm so sorry to hear about the cars situation! But, I'm so glad everything worked out. You definitely have 2 wonderful sons. Y'all should be very proud of not only them but the terrific job y'all did as parents! I can only hope & pray that Reid will be that way when he is grown.

Now, on to positive vacation thoughts! I wish y'all a very safe & magical vacation!

 

[dizneeat]

Kathy, congrats on your sons!!! They truely are remarkable! But then, I guess I need to remodel this old phrase and say ........ Like parents, like sons!
As for the cars ........... as long as no one got hurt, if it can be fixed with money there will be a way to do so!

Andy and Markie ........... this is for you - for being the perfect sons!

 

[MEK]

OMG - I am so sorry to hear about all the car problems and expenses. Your son is truly wonderful and I am so glad your trip is still own. You will have an absolutely wonderful time!!!! In the grand scheme of things, this is just another bump in the road!

 

[tankgirl427]

After a longt, emotional draining day, here is the news on the cars.

My car cost $590 to fix. I needed an oil change, air filter replaced, new battery and both rear shocks replaced.

As for my husband's car, nothing will be done until we get back. We need to get a couple of estimates and just do NOT want to deal with it right now. It might be totalled (it is a Chevy Trailblazer and the entire front is smashed in, the air conditioner cracked and the shift gear does not work; however, the car starts ande the wheels turn) or it might not.

In case I have NOT mentioned this before, we have TWO abswolutely terrific sons. Andy paid for my car to be fixed on his Firestone Tire & Repair shop credit card and told us to pay him back whenever. He also insists on paying for the deductible of $500 if the other car can be fixed. I told him over and over we would just cancel our trip and pay for the repairs, etc. He told me in NO uncertain terms, that this was his vacation too and he was not forfeiting his airline tickets, park tickets, etc. He made me cry so many times today with this thoughtfulness and generosity.

So the trip is on and he won't even let me cancel some of our ADR's and give him at least part of the money. He says we are having the vacation of a lifetime together.

So I tell you all, I love both of my kids and they truly are remarkable young men.

Okay, I am going to post the last two days of questions soon as after being on the phone off and on all day with my husband and son about both cars, I got nothing done and the next two days are going to be extremely busy at the office.

Thank you all for all of your good wishes, thoughts and hugs, etc. I will say it once more: the DIS friends are the best friends.

Aww..... what a sweet story. I love hearing stories like this cause you know the parents raised their kid right. So honestly, Andy is really a reflection of you and Mark and how amazing you two must be. I hope you have a great trip. Enjoy relax and don't worry about real life until you come back!

 

[FauntleroyFAN07]

awesome sons you have there.
good job on making them that way

Day 6 (Wednesday, September 28)

1) Will Andy get to front of line at Rope Drop for mad dash for Fast Passes for Toy Story Mania?
yep he will be rope to belly.
2) What do we ride first: Toy Story Mania or Tower of Terror?
TSM as standby after you get your fast passes, then head to TOT
3) If we get to the Animation Studios, which character will we get?
or hopefully stitch.
4) Will we find time for The Beauty & The Beast show?
yes
5) What will Kathy do while Mark and Andy ride Rock & Roll Roller Coaster?
people watch and shop in the shops.
6) What, if any appetizer, will we get at 50's Prime Time?
um, do they have some sort of fried appetizer if so you will get that.

7) What time will we get to Epcot?
6:48
8) Will Kathy finally do Pick a Pearl?
yes
9) Will we see Voices of Liberty this trip?
yes
10) How many Grand Mariner slushies will Kathy have?
one
11) Will Andy and Mark get a beer in every country? If not, how many countries?
no, they will try, but will get a drink in 6 countries..you run out of time.
12) Will we make it until midnight at Epcot?
nope 11:15
Day 7 (Thursday, September 29)

1) Will we finally make Kona for breakfast or cancel again?
yes
2) If we make it, what will Mark finally decide to order?
tonga toast
3) What will the first attraction at the MK be this last day at DW?
space mountain
4) Will we find Push this trip? Will he have a conversation with us again?
no, he wont be around
5) Who does Space Mountain? All three of us? None of us?
all three
6) Will Mark try a Dole Whip this trip?
yes
7) Will the Mayor or his wife stop by The Plaza while we are having lunch?
nope
8) Girl or boy? Which will get the balloon in memory of my dad/Andy's grandpa?
little girl
9) Popcorn to go?
popcorn while sitting by the caslte.
10) What time will we say goodbye to the MK and head off to Nickiland?
umm, lets say around 3:45 after the parade.

 

[tinacaplan]

So the trip is on and he won't even let me cancel some of our ADR's and give him at least part of the money. He says we are having the vacation of a lifetime together.

So I tell you all, I love both of my kids and they truly are remarkable young men.

First of all, I'm glad that you're all OK. Sound like it could have been a lot worse, although I know that dealing with paying that kind of money just as you're about to away can seem prety darn terrible.

And that last line made me tear up. I hope I'm as blessed with my son as you've been with yours, Kathy. And absolutely...go on your trip, have a BLAST, and you can deal with all of it when you return.

 

[MickeyNicki]

I am not a bad Diser for not posting its just that I talk to you every day so I know the skinny on whats going on

And I am not going to play in the contest because I will have an unfair advantage since you will test me everything while you are living it LOL

And Todd says if its a fight Mark wants then that is what he is going to get

 

[Piglets Mommy]

After a longt, emotional draining day, here is the news on the cars.

My car cost $590 to fix. I needed an oil change, air filter replaced, new battery and both rear shocks replaced.

As for my husband's car, nothing will be done until we get back. We need to get a couple of estimates and just do NOT want to deal with it right now. It might be totalled (it is a Chevy Trailblazer and the entire front is smashed in, the air conditioner cracked and the shift gear does not work; however, the car starts ande the wheels turn) or it might not.

In case I have NOT mentioned this before, we have TWO abswolutely terrific sons. Andy paid for my car to be fixed on his Firestone Tire & Repair shop credit card and told us to pay him back whenever. He also insists on paying for the deductible of $500 if the other car can be fixed. I told him over and over we would just cancel our trip and pay for the repairs, etc. He told me in NO uncertain terms, that this was his vacation too and he was not forfeiting his airline tickets, park tickets, etc. He made me cry so many times today with this thoughtfulness and generosity.

So the trip is on and he won't even let me cancel some of our ADR's and give him at least part of the money. He says we are having the vacation of a lifetime together.

So I tell you all, I love both of my kids and they truly are remarkable young men.

Okay, I am going to post the last two days of questions soon as after being on the phone off and on all day with my husband and son about both cars, I got nothing done and the next two days are going to be extremely busy at the office.

Thank you all for all of your good wishes, thoughts and hugs, etc. I will say it once more: the DIS friends are the best friends.

I am so happy that you don't have to cancel, my Pickle friend!!! I was so excited to read that you were still getting to go on FB yesterday, bt reading the details brings tears to my eyes. You did a great job raising those boys, Mama!!! I can only hope that my kids turn out as wonderful.


Now for the goofiness...answers below in white...
Day 6 (Wednesday, September 28)

1) Will Andy get to front of line at Rope Drop for mad dash for Fast Passes for Toy Story Mania?
Yes
2) What do we ride first: Toy Story Mania or Tower of Terror?
TOT...Andy got the TSM fastpasses, but they weren't for later, so you head back to TOT first
3) If we get to the Animation Studios, which character will we get?
Dumbo (never seen him done there before, but one can hope)...if you DO get him, please take a pic of your finished drawing for your Dumbo loving Pickle!
4) Will we find time for The Beauty & The Beast show?
Yes (that is one we have not yet seen, and hope to get to next time)
5) What will Kathy do while Mark and Andy ride Rock & Roll Roller Coaster?
Grab a snack at the CS back by there.
6) What, if any appetizer, will we get at 50's Prime Time?
Beer Battered Onion Rings for Two - served with Horseradish sauce (my mouth is watering for them now)
7) What time will we get to Epcot?
4:30
8) Will Kathy finally do Pick a Pearl?
No...I think you will still try to save some $$$ so you can pay Andy back sooner
9) Will we see Voices of Liberty this trip?
Yes
10) How many Grand Mariner slushies will Kathy have?
1 (You can't discriminate against all those other countries, now can you?)
11) Will Andy and Mark get a beer in every country? If not, how many countries?
Yes if they share. If they are each having a whole beer in each country, they will make it to 5
12) Will we make it until midnight at Epcot?
No, see above
Day 7 (Thursday, September 29)

1) Will we finally make Kona for breakfast or cancel again?
You will make it
2) If we make it, what will Mark finally decide to order?
Tonga Toast and Kona coffe (is there really anything else???)
3) What will the first attraction at the MK be this last day at DW?
The train
4) Will we find Push this trip? Will he have a conversation with us again?
No. He is elusive this year.
5) Who does Space Mountain? All three of us? None of us?
All 3
6) Will Mark try a Dole Whip this trip?
He better!
7) Will the Mayor or his wife stop by The Plaza while we are having lunch?
no
8) Girl or boy? Which will get the balloon in memory of my dad/Andy's grandpa?
a very lucky little boy.
9) Popcorn to go?
Of course? Are you really asking that? Isn't that like asking me if I'd take a free trip to WDW if offered?
10) What time will we say goodbye to the MK and head off to Nickiland?
Just after the 3:00 parade
Snarkyness included at no extra charge!

 

[KatMark]

Kathy, you and Mark raised those two extraordinary young men and they take after their parents in thoughtfulness and generosity.

I am so happy everything worked out and you can put all worries behind you for some time....enjoy the Magic, be enchanted, smell the ocean and hug Nicki!!!

You're going to DisneyWorld!!!!

Thanks, Christine; I'm glad it worked out too.

Kathy I am sorry I missed the post about your cars , I understand the feeling of having such wonderful children !!Recently Judy came to my rescue with an unexpected car expense and used her money for their trip to NYC next month to do it !!Then last week while I was in Albany her car wouldn't start , so she had to use mine that day and then called AAA in the evening to come see if it was the battery or to tow it !! Werll it was the battery and I had to help out with my CC for that so I know how you feel !!I am so glad the trip is on for you

We did good, Rosie.

Hallelujah! I'm so very happy that your trip isn't cancelled. You and Mark raised your sons into wonderful young men who appreciate and love all that you did for them growing up.

Thank you, Lisa. I am very proud of my boys for many reasons.

What a beautiful moment out of a completely frustrating situation. Speaks volumes about what your boys think of their parents! But I'm so thankful all is moving forward for you and your trip and I'm hopeful that all will work out, insurance-wise, on the trailblazer. So weird it will still start and the wheels will turn with all of the other issues. But I'm glad you can set it aside until you get back. Here's to having a couple of really good days to prepare for your trip!!

Thanks, Amy. And thank you again for yesterday.

Kathy, I have not been able to keep up on your report - every time I get a chance to visit again, I'm 30 pages behind. I skimmed quite a bit, noticed the accident! Yikes! So glad everyone is okay! And how incredible of your sons!!!! What good men. You are blessed!

In case I don't get back here, have a WONDERFUL trip, I look forward to reading all about it on the other side!

Thanks, Brook. I'll try to post updates on FB at night.

Sorry about all the car drama. Glad everyone is OK and that is most important.

Your sons have amazing parents and you are so blessed.

Listen to them and have a great time and deal with the real world when you come back.

I hope it all gets settled with the least amount of trouble and money.

Thanks, Pat. I hope we see you on the trip.

I'm so sorry to hear about the cars situation! But, I'm so glad everything worked out. You definitely have 2 wonderful sons. Y'all should be very proud of not only them but the terrific job y'all did as parents! I can only hope & pray that Reid will be that way when he is grown.

Now, on to positive vacation thoughts! I wish y'all a very safe & magical vacation!

Amanda, thank you. I'm going to make this a GREAT trip for Andy, and Mark and me.

Kathy, congrats on your sons!!! They truely are remarkable! But then, I guess I need to remodel this old phrase and say ........ Like parents, like sons!
As for the cars ........... as long as no one got hurt, if it can be fixed with money there will be a way to do so!

Andy and Markie ........... this is for you - for being the perfect sons!

Thank you, Karin. They are good boys (I guess I shouldn't really call them "boys" anymore ).

OMG - I am so sorry to hear about all the car problems and expenses. Your son is truly wonderful and I am so glad your trip is still own. You will have an absolutely wonderful time!!!! In the grand scheme of things, this is just another bump in the road!

Thanks, MEK. It has all turned out and everyone is safe and that is what counts.

Aww..... what a sweet story. I love hearing stories like this cause you know the parents raised their kid right. So honestly, Andy is really a reflection of you and Mark and how amazing you two must be. I hope you have a great trip. Enjoy relax and don't worry about real life until you come back!

Thank you, friend. They are good young men.

awesome sons you have there.
good job on making them that way

Thanks, Dan (and thanks for the answers to the contest).

First of all, I'm glad that you're all OK. Sound like it could have been a lot worse, although I know that dealing with paying that kind of money just as you're about to away can seem prety darn terrible.

And that last line made me tear up. I hope I'm as blessed with my son as you've been with yours, Kathy. And absolutely...go on your trip, have a BLAST, and you can deal with all of it when you return.

Tina, we will have a blast...thank you.

I am not a bad Diser for not posting its just that I talk to you every day so I know the skinny on whats going on

And I am not going to play in the contest because I will have an unfair advantage since you will test me everything while you are living it LOL

And Todd says if its a fight Mark wants then that is what he is going to get

You are not a bad DISer; we do talk a lot on the phone (good thing we don't get charged for all those long distance calls ).

Mark said to tell you that "he is bringing his right hand man to deal with his light work" so Todd best be prepared.

I am so happy that you don't have to cancel, my Pickle friend!!! I was so excited to read that you were still getting to go on FB yesterday, bt reading the details brings tears to my eyes. You did a great job raising those boys, Mama!!! I can only hope that my kids turn out as wonderful.

Thank you, Heather. I'm a very happy pickle today.

 

[Shannon84]

It's no surprise you raised some wonderful kids That is so sweet and I am so happy to hear that you guys are still going on your trip!!

 

[elaine1109]

Kathy, So glad things have worked out for you now GO and enjoy your trip!!! Looking forward to hearing all about it. Elaine

 

[jedijill]

Ah, your kids are the best! Have a GREAT trip!

Jill in CO

 

[eandesmom]

After a longt, emotional draining day, here is the news on the cars.

My car cost $590 to fix. I needed an oil change, air filter replaced, new battery and both rear shocks replaced.

As for my husband's car, nothing will be done until we get back. We need to get a couple of estimates and just do NOT want to deal with it right now. It might be totalled (it is a Chevy Trailblazer and the entire front is smashed in, the air conditioner cracked and the shift gear does not work; however, the car starts ande the wheels turn) or it might not.

In case I have NOT mentioned this before, we have TWO abswolutely terrific sons. Andy paid for my car to be fixed on his Firestone Tire & Repair shop credit card and told us to pay him back whenever. He also insists on paying for the deductible of $500 if the other car can be fixed. I told him over and over we would just cancel our trip and pay for the repairs, etc. He told me in NO uncertain terms, that this was his vacation too and he was not forfeiting his airline tickets, park tickets, etc. He made me cry so many times today with this thoughtfulness and generosity.

So the trip is on and he won't even let me cancel some of our ADR's and give him at least part of the money. He says we are having the vacation of a lifetime together.

So I tell you all, I love both of my kids and they truly are remarkable young men.

Okay, I am going to post the last two days of questions soon as after being on the phone off and on all day with my husband and son about both cars, I got nothing done and the next two days are going to be extremely busy at the office.

Thank you all for all of your good wishes, thoughts and hugs, etc. I will say it once more: the DIS friends are the best friends.

I am so so sorry you have to think about any of this at all right before vacation. What a blessing to have such amazing children. I hope these two days fly by and you can get out of dodge and just not think about anything for two weeks!

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

Your sons are awesome! Sounds like somebody raised them right. I'm really, really glad you guys will be able to take this trip. And it's coming up fast!