Sunshine Makes Me Happy [04/30/11 - 05/08/11]: We're BLOOMING with Excitement!!!

[DizneyDreams]

We Are Almost There!
Yes, there are only THREE more days until the trip. I cannot believe how close it is! Honestly, if I could describe how I am feeling right now I would but it’s a mixture of feelings that are unexplainable. It sometimes feels like WDW does not exist, like it’s just an imaginary place that I like to daydream away to for a little while. But I know it does exist, because of the pictures and the Disney Boards.

These next few days will be really busy, with house chores and little things like that. Plus on Friday we need to pack and get a few things ready before we leave. Soon enough the trip will be here. I always find it difficult to sleep on the night before the trip. But I think if I tire myself out earlier I will be able to sleep quicker. Especially if we are getting up at 4:00am.

We are almost there!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[PixieMama]

I love the Cinderella fountain. It's one of the 1st places we stopped for a photo op on my family's first trip to WDW, so I'll always have a soft spot for it!

3 days! THREE DAYS!

 

[DizneyDreams]

I love the Cinderella fountain. It's one of the 1st places we stopped for a photo op on my family's first trip to WDW, so I'll always have a soft spot for it!

3 days! THREE DAYS!

Awww!!! That is such a good memory !!!!

THREEEEEEEEE DAYS!!!!!

 

[MARsMama]

Love the photo of the fountain. I don't recall ever seeing that, it is beautiful.
Three days, wow, that's so exciting!!!!

Sooo, next time this week (May 4 @ 11pm) I'll be surfing the DISboards, much like I am this week!

 

[DizneyDreams]

Are We There Yet: Part 1 – Getting Ready to Go
So this time tomorrow we will probably be panicking realizing that we still have to pack EVERYTHING. But hey, don’t worry . . . we have made a list of all that we need to pack so we don’t forget anything. So here’s a list of what we still need to do:

- Print of airplane boarding passes [Friday at 10:15am]
- Get and pack the identification items, park tickets and money
- Pack the carry-on items
- Pack the suitcase items
- Paint nails (travel in STYLE…kidding)
- Wait for the airport transportation confirmation [Call us to confirm the time of pick up and some additional information]

Man we are being bombarded with things that we need to do. Whether it be things that are really important or things that we are just thinking of randomly throughout the day we are starting to…dare I say it…PANIC!!!!!

So who is going to watch the Royal Wedding? I’m personally debating getting up at 5:00am just to watch it for giggles. Plus if I get up early, that means that I will be able to go to sleep earlier that night. Wow, now that I think about it…I just had my last nights “normal” sleep until we come back from the trip. Now that is something to be excited about.

So there is really only 1 day left, considering the departure day we will be leaving at 6:15am. That does not count as a full day and today is partially over. So let’s just say a day and a half left.

My mom said that it doesn’t feel real and that it just feels like a dream. That is how I sometimes feel, where I’m not entirely sure if this place that we are going to actually exists or is it just a figment of the imagination. That reminds me of a song…

“One little spark, of inspiration, is at the heart of all creation
Right at the start, of everything that’s new, one little spark
Lights up for you”

Let’s take a look at the weather for our trip once more!

Saturday, April 30th
Sunlit, Breezy, and Pleasant
Hi: 85
Lo: 66

Passing Clouds and Warm
Hi: 85
Lo: 63

Sunday, May 1st
Sunny to Partly Cloudy
Hi: 85
Lo: 66

Passing Clouds and Warm
Hi: 85
Lo: 65

Monday, May 2nd
Sunny and Delightful
Hi: 89
Lo: 69

Passing Clouds and Warm
Hi: 89
Lo: 66

Tuesday, May 3rd
Partly Sunny and Pleasant
Hi: 89
Lo: 69

Scattered Clouds and Warm
Hi: 88
Lo: 68

Wednesday, May 4th
Some Sun, Thunderstorms Possible
Hi: 89
Lo: 67
Probability of Thunderstorm: 35%

Scattered Clouds and Warm
Hi: 89
Lo: 69

Thursday, May 5th
Mostly Sunny
Hi: 85
Lo: 63

More Sun than Clouds and Warm
Hi: 86
Lo: 68

Friday, May 6th
Sun Followed by Some Clouds
Hi: 85
Lo: 63

More Sun than Clouds and Warm
Hi: 89
Lo: 68

Saturday, May 7th
Variable Clouds with Thunderstorms
Hi: 87
Lo: 67
Probability of Thunderstorm: 60%

Mostly Sunny and Warm
Hi: 86
Lo: 67

The weather is from 2 different websites. Looks like it will be WARM.

 

[MARsMama]

That weather forecast looks great!! It is so exciting to be this close but still have your entire trip ahead of you. I know what you mean about it not even seeming like a real place anymore.
This time for us there will be more nervousness and excitement as the last time was our first trip so we really didn't know what to expect, this time we do!! Also, it's our first time flying and the boys first time on a plane, so that is all new and I'll be a nervous wreck for sure!
Have an awesome trip (I know that you will!!) Can't wait to see more of your random photos, newer ones, when you get back!

 

[DizneyDreams]

That weather forecast looks great!! It is so exciting to be this close but still have your entire trip ahead of you. I know what you mean about it not even seeming like a real place anymore.
This time for us there will be more nervousness and excitement as the last time was our first trip so we really didn't know what to expect, this time we do!! Also, it's our first time flying and the boys first time on a plane, so that is all new and I'll be a nervous wreck for sure!
Have an awesome trip (I know that you will!!) Can't wait to see more of your random photos, newer ones, when you get back!

Thank you!!!
The first time flying is fun, seriously. I was worried about it when it was my first time but its actually a nice way to travel. It's faster anyways ! Knowing more about WDW and where to go after the first visit makes the trip a bit more interesting and different. Your trip is quickly approaching!!!!

 

[DizneyDreams]

It’s Time for the Daily Disney Countdown + Daily Disney Picture!

There are 2 days until the trip!

 

[DizneyDreams]

It’s Time for the Daily Disney Countdown + Daily Disney Picture!

There are 1 days until the trip!

 

[DizneyDreams]

Are We There Yet: Part 2 – It’s Packing Time!!!
Some people like to pack ahead of time, like one or more weeks before the trip. We used to do that, but on our recent trips we realized that we have a grasp on how to pack and it really does not take us that long anymore. We have to wait until it is 24 hours until the plane actually takes off, so that would bring us to 10:15am. However, I will just wait until lunchtime to do the boarding passes, just because I do not want to make a mistake.

The funny thing is that doing the boarding passes ahead of time really does not save us that much time. Simply because we still have to go into a line up that takes a little while. I know that I have mentioned this before, but one thing that I find a little bit different is the people who get to the front of the line and wait until they reach the desk to go looking for the documents they need to check-into the plane. I don’t know, maybe it’s just me – but I just think that if you know that you are getting close to the line, it would be nice if you could have your documents organized, to help save time for others as well. That is neither here nor there however.

I had every intention of going to bed at a decent time last night, and I did. But waking up at 12:00am and staying up until 2:30am and waking up to watch the Royal Wedding = 3 hours of sleep. So I’m a little bit hyper and I’m certain I will crash later on today. Either that or my excitement for the trip will get me through the day.

We are getting Subway for dinner tonight, makes it easier than making real food. I mean we have to pack tonight, do we really have time to eat…no. This really doesn’t feel weird. Like I know that we are going tomorrow…but it just doesn’t feel like we really are. I like this feeling of excitement though!

I’m not sure if I will be able to post a update tomorrow morning, I most likely will, but I wanted to take the time to say thank you for reading along on my pre-trip report. I have appreciated all of your company so much and to those of you who have upcoming trips or trips in the making congratulations and I hope that you have a magical vacation!!!

More updates later!

 

[MARsMama]

You sound very calm and organized! I hope to be the same the day before we leave, although I'm doubtful! lol
Still loving your photos, and enjoyed your PTR. Looking forward to following your TR once you return.
Enjoy every moment of your trip

 

[DizneyDreams]

You sound very calm and organized! I hope to be the same the day before we leave, although I'm doubtful! lol
Still loving your photos, and enjoyed your PTR. Looking forward to following your TR once you return.
Enjoy every moment of your trip

Thank you so much!!! I really enjoyed your company on this PTR .
Calm? Organized? I'm more like in shock haha!!!

 

[DizneyDreams]

This time tomorrow we will be on the plane!!!!

Less than 24 hours now!!!

 

[PixieMama]

Woohoo, your trip is finally here!

Have a safe flight and a magical time at WDW. I've enjoyed reading your PTR and can't wait to hear all about your trip when you get home!

Say "hi!" to Mickey for us!

 

[DizneyDreams]

Woohoo, your trip is finally here!

Have a safe flight and a magical time at WDW. I've enjoyed reading your PTR and can't wait to hear all about your trip when you get home!

Say "hi!" to Mickey for us!

Thank you very much!!!!!!
I've enjoyed having you along on my PTR! It's nice to have some company .

I will say hi to Mickey for you all!!!!!!!