Tammy & Randy's Wishes VR:7/14/10~WP/Napa/France-PROF PICS!!!!!

[figmentfan814]

Great music choices, I love how you have a mix of Disney in with all your other favorites. My mom wants to use You're Still the One if they have a VR someday - they are hoping for their 35th in 3 years.

Very cute earrings too!

 

[padisneyfour]

I love your earings they're awesome!

Sam, Thank you for stopping bye. They are fancier than I usually wear but with my hair up I figured they would work!

Great music choices, I love how you have a mix of Disney in with all your other favorites. My mom wants to use You're Still the One if they have a VR someday - they are hoping for their 35th in 3 years.

Very cute earrings too!

Vanessa, Thanks for reading. We worked on mixing the songs up. DH actually picked still the one....then we had to find a version/artist we both liked. we aren't at 35 years but twenty married and several before that....but close. wow where does the time go....

In other news we actually added another guest....which is nice because its someone we knew really wanted to come but wasn't sure they could but now they can! My buying a few extras of everything just in case for welcome bag/favors etc is paying off.....

 

[padisneyfour]

Lately I have been working on wording for our family sand ceremony, I have found several versions and I working on combining them.... more to come

 

[padisneyfour]

here is the verse I have for the sand ceremony, it needs some tweaking.....

Twenty years ago _____ and _______ made a promise to one another. We have all joined them here on this day to celebrate the reaffirmation their commitment to each other along with their children . We recognize the significant role that child, and child have in the marriage and family celebrated today. They join ____ and ____ in their commitment to each other by contributing a part of each individual person into a family.

this family bond is symbolized through the pouring of these 4 individual containers of sand, each representing a member of them in all that they were, all that they are and all they will ever be.

As Each individual sand is poured into one container, the individual container of sand no longer exists, but will be joined together with the others as one. ____ and _____ will first pour their sands into the vase, showing that their marriage is the foundation of this family. Their sands mix together and symbolize their bond of love and respect that can never be separated. As child and child now add their sands, we are reminded that though we are all different people, it is our individuality which adds a unique color to the tapestry of the family. Just as the grains of sand can never b e separated and poured again into the individual containers, so is the bond of family.

 

[padisneyfour]

In mid feb. just for fun I sent a general invitation to our VR to Mickey and Minnie in California (Disneyland), today in the mail we got an 8 by 10 autographed picture of M/ M in front of the castle and a happily ever after pin from Disneyland.

Today we received a certificate for our "Happily Ever After" signed by cinderella and prince charming from wdw
no special occasion buttons though, but I had picked up the happily ever after and just married pins in dec.

I think I am going to add the certificate and the M/M pic to blank pages in our photo guest book

 

[Ann117]

I had a question about your aisle runner. How long is yours going to be. I know its 70 feet from the table to the door but I kinda feel like the should start from the first row of chairs. Also how far in are you putting your design. You were very smart to take a mock up to the planning session I wish I would have done that.

 

[padisneyfour]

FOUR MONTHS!

Started to organize boxes that will be shipped and hopefully two other boxes that family driving will take. more to come....

 

[padisneyfour]

after talking with different family members we're going to have a family welcome breakfast at ohanas the mon morning after our family arrives. I had hesitated to plan one because I wasn't sure about everyone paying for themselves(I didn't want anyone to feel like they had to come to breakfast), but my SIL brought up the idea, she wanted to do it so between us and some others we have it scheduled. we originally wanted chef mickeys but couldn't get a table for all of us together so we opted to go to ohanas( which we really do like).I think it will be fun!

we will still have the pool/pizza gathering along with the resort photo scavenger hunt late that afternoon ( break in between parks)for everyone. will be a busy day!

more to come...

 

[padisneyfour]

we plan on doing a photo scavenger hunt at the resort with our guests and then have pizza etc by pool for a break... but I found a cool around the world scavenger hunt for epcot. Its pretty long and not really easy but I am going to include in our welcome folders for guests to try if they choose and have them return answers at DP. That way they have a couple days to work on if they want. I will have a prize for the winning team( most likely wdw gift card/disney$) and give that out before everyone leaves.....

 

[figmentfan814]

Would you mind sharing the Epcot scavenger hunt? I know after doing our scavenger hunt that someone gave me on the board which covered all four parks I would love to try an Epcot specific one. I wonder if it has any similar things on it like you sometimes get when doing the Kim Possible tours I think the pizza party at the pool with everyone will be fun and relaxing, looking forward to reading more.

 

[padisneyfour]

here are the scavenger hunt questions. the last question in china has a picture/illustration that goes with it thats not posted , but I will send it to anyone interested

Canada
1. What is the name of the park which inspired the gardens in the Canada pavilion?
2. The Canada pavilion has a number of totem poles that represent its native heritage. What was the original purpose of totem poles?
3. Canada is one of the world’s largest producers of icewine. What are her two main icewine-producing regions?
4. O Canada! The Circle-Vision 360° film in Canada features a new version of its theme song sung by this winner of the fourth Canadian Idol contest. Who is she?
5. I really “saw” this one coming! What year did the “Tool Shop” open?

United Kingdom
6. The row houses on Upper Regency Street are based on those from the London street in what Disney movie?
7. The sign outside the Sportsman’s Shoppe shows the equipment used for four separate sports. What are they?
8. The World Showcase Players present some wonderful shows, but during the Holy Grail show what do the audience members say they think of it?
9. The “Royal Adventurer’s Society” undertook two special expeditions in the years of 1893 and 1894. What were the names of these expeditions?
10. The artwork in The Toy Soldier is wonderful. In the London Alphabet frame, what does the letter ‘O’ stand for?
11. In the center of town, there is a seating area and a spire. What is on top of this spire?

France
12. Who was the sculptor who made the cast of “The Spitting Gargoyle” located in the entryway of Impressions
de France?
13. The sign for “Plume Et Palette” shows a human doing what activity?
14. What is the house number of “La Signature”?
15. How many palettes are there around the base of the book display in the center of the gift shop?
16. To what arrondissement does “La Promenade” belong?


Morocco
17. What is the name of the lead singer / violinist of Mo’Rockin?
18. What is the name of the main gate in the city of Fez?
19. According to Moroccan proverb, what is the first thing one should own and last thing one should sell?
20. What year was “The Treaty of Peace & Friendship” between the United States and Morocco signed?
21. What is the name of the cultural and religious center of Fez?

Japan
22. What year was Mitsukoshi founded in Japan?
23. The torii gate recreated in the World Showcase Lagoon across from the Japan pavilion is modeled after the famous floating torii gate at the Itsukushima Shrine. On what island is this shrine located?
24. What is the name of the famous Japanese pearl maker?
25. What art form is made from a special cord created from rice paper?
26. What is the name of the calligrapher and poet who wrote, “Happiness is always decided by one’s own heart”?
27. Tin Toys are very popular in Japan. What is the name of the Japanese Tin Toy master?

The American Adventure
28. What is the full name of the outdoor theatre across from The American Adventure?
29. In the main seating area of this theatre there are trees with twinkling lights. How many of these trees are there?
30. Who said, “It does not require many words to speak the truth”?
31. The American Adventure show features many “supporting cast.” Which of the following is NOT one of them?
(A) Freezing Revolutionary Soldiers. (B) Angry Colonists.
(C) Adventuresome Mountain Men. (D) Midwest Farmers.
32. In whose memory was a sample of lunar rock donated to Epcot?

Italy
33. What are the two traditional Italian frozen dessert treats?
34. What is the main tower of the pavilion modeled after?
35. How many regional coats of arms are painted on the second story of the outside of the Chocolate/Wine shop?
36. Murano Glass is prized around the world as some of the most gorgeous of actual colored glass. Generally, the color red is one of the most expensive glass colorings because it requires what as a coloring agent?
37. On the right hand side of the piazza there is a small building with samples of the various styles of column capitals used in Roman/Italian architecture. What are the names of the four of classic capitals shown here?

Germany
38. In the toy shop “Der Teddybar” there is an animatronic band of nutcrackers. How many members are there in this band? (Do not include the flag bearers, just count those playing instruments.)
39. In the German crystal shop, look up and you will see a window with three flags and a corresponding regional coat of arms. What do each of the three flags and corresponding coat of arms signify? (Hint: Look at the glasses in the shop; they might provide some illumination.)
40. The term “stein” is a shortening of what traditional word in the German language? (The word translates to mean “Earthenware Mug.”)
41. Children on Christmas morning hunt for a traditional German Christmas ornament to win a special present for the most observant child. These ornaments are in the shape of what?
42. German winemakers use terms to denote the ripeness of their wines. Which of the following is NOT one of these?
(A) Kabinett. (B) Rheinhessen. (C) Auslese. (D) Spätlese.


Outpost
43. What three ingredients are listed on the bags in the crate/drum area of the African Outpost?
44. With what type materials does the resident artisan of the Outpost work?
45. The signpost points to various locations around the world. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
(A) Riga. (B) Lisbon. (C) Madrid. (D) California. (E) Tokyo


China
46. The main building of the China Pavilion is a recreation of the Temple of Good Harvest from the Temple of Heaven. What two mythological creatures, representing the male and female aspects of the emperor and empress, are depicted inside the entry hall?
47. What does Xing Fu Jie mean? (Hint: Look on the street signs.)
48. What is the name of the poet from the Tang Dynasty who serves as our guide in the Circle-Vision 360° film? (“Aaaaaah China!”)
49. The Tomb Warriors exhibit shows us some of the amazing facts about the first Chinese emperor’s tomb. What is the name of this emperor?
50. What does this Chinese phrase mean?
(Hint: This phrase is shown in both English and Chinese somewhere in the pavilion.)




Norway
51. Who was the king of Norway that is also the patron saint of the country?
52. From the entrance of Maelstrom to the ride load area, how many small Norwegian flags are on the walls of the queue? (Count both the single flags and each flag in the three-flag clusters.)
53. Who were the two members of the Norwegian Royal family who dedicated the Norway pavilion on June 3rd, 1988?
54. You might have to “crane” your neck to see this one! In the ride unload area, on what is the logo for “Norsk Data” imprinted?
55. One of the shops has a collection of Norwegian Wedding Regalia. What particular piece of regalia is considered to have rare origins?


Mexico
56. Oaxacan is a Mexican art form that has surfaced relatively recently within Mexico. Where were these wood carvings first sold to tourists?
57. In the Fiesta Scene of “Gran Fiesta Tour,” how many figures are dressed up for el Dia de los Muertos?
58. On the exterior of the Mexico pavilion, how many false steps are there which lead to the top of the pyramid?
59. In what shop or restaurant is the Fuente del Chorrito located?
60. True or False: Somewhere in the pavilion there is a piñata in the shape of Donald Duck

If you are interested in the answers, let me know and I will email them. send me a pm they are in a chart form.

 

[figmentfan814]

Just went back and read some of your posts from last week (we were gone for our anniversary) and I love that you're doing a welcome breakfast at O'hanas. I was also worried about planning meals that we weren't actually going to pay for our guests at but everyone asked for group reservations and really enjoyed the time together throughout the week.

The sand ceremony wording is very nice too. I also combined a couple to get exactly what I wanted for ours.

Thank you for sharing the scavenger hunt! I have saved it and plan to do it on our next trip to WDW (at a date TBD ).

 

[pezaddict231]

everything looks great! I think Ohana will be so fun for a post-wedding breakfast. And you'll get to see Stitch who is so funny! The photo scavenger hunt and pizza party sounds really fun too, your guests are going to have a blast.

 

[padisneyfour]

Thanks. I hope everyone has fun. everyone already has resort reservations and some have gotten their tickets so things are moving along....

 

[not_Joanna_eggs]

Wow Tammy, you're getting so close!! 4 months will fly by!

How great to add more guests and the Ohana breakfast sounds fun.

Your guests are going to have a blast, you're doing so much for them!

How great that everyone has their reservations already! We were 1 week out before everyone finalized their reservations

 

[padisneyfour]

Wow Tammy, you're getting so close!! 4 months will fly by!

How great to add more guests and the Ohana breakfast sounds fun.

Your guests are going to have a blast, you're doing so much for them!

How great that everyone has their reservations already! We were 1 week out before everyone finalized their reservations

Joanna, Hi! Thanks for reading. I am excited about our family welcome breakfast at Ohana. We loved it the last time we ate there and I was excited others wanted to do it to! That was my biggest fear about reservations too everyone waiting till the last minute...

 

[padisneyfour]

100 days til disney!!!!

 

[padisneyfour]

our big payment is due by the 15th. been working on getting boxes organized for shipping and giving a few to those driving( heaviest and fragile). finished and packed up welcome bags, folders, and bear necessities packs. made some autographs pages for kids for ohana, vacation journals and a few more kid friendly items I want to include. both dds have to decide about shoes, put music/playlists on ipod etc. more to come but getting there....

 

[pink_tink8i8]

100 days. that's so exciting!!!!!!!

 

[Pirate's Princess]

Now it's 99 days!! double digits!!