The Chatterbox Hyena Thread

[eatmypixiedust]

Aww...I'm sorry Shawna

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Thanks pix.

We got home late last night and i'm trying to get the house back together after our bags exploded all over.

I have to get these costumes started too. They were supposed to be done this weekend. Maybe that will give me something to concentrate on.

 

[AZMickeyfans]

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[eatmypixiedust]

Thanks pix.

We got home late last night and i'm trying to get the house back together after our bags exploded all over.

I have to get these costumes started too. They were supposed to be done this weekend. Maybe that will give me something to concentrate on.

I love your costume theme. I think it's so fun to do. I can't wait to see you all of your costumes.

I'm not sure if you saw my post, but Disney Store has reusable bags for $2.50/EA. They have Wall-E, Hannah Montana and Jack Skellington. Here's a pic:

 

[eatmypixiedust]

I have to get back to work. My break is over but here is a photo I added last night: http://www.caedes.net/Zephir.cgi?lib=Caedes::Infopage&image=eatmypixiedust-1221461939.jpg

I hope you guys have a great day! :

 

[AZMickeyfans]

I thought about the jack skellington ones as the surprise bags for the kids when they go into the hotel room but we chose the Mickey mouse ones instead. I figured I would keep to the Mickey Mouse theme. Which reminds me I need to go pick up the plush characters this week and some snacks to put inside. I have a t-shirt and glow sticks already for each of the kids.

I was going to just buy gift bags but then I saw these and got so excited!!!

 

[Alex2kMommy]

Yeah, I agree. I'm not sure if keeping super-busy is a way of coping, or a way of avoiding dealing with your emotions. But when a tragedy strikes, it certainly does help me get through those first days when I feel like I just can't.

I remember DH's grandfather died on September 11th a few years ago. (Ironic, right?) The weather was sunny and gorgeous. Kids were outside playing, I kept hearing children laughing and squealing. It just felt so wrong, like the world should have stopped spinning, the sun should have turned off, everybody should be grieving just like we were.

Then as the days passed, instead of feeling wrong, it felt a bit comforting. I had felt like I wasn't ever going to smile genuinely again, but kids have a way of bringing out the joy of life. And their laughter is the proof that life really does go on, and it will be OK.

 

[eatmypixiedust]

I thought about the jack skellington ones as the surprise bags for the kids when they go into the hotel room but we chose the Mickey mouse ones instead. I figured I would keep to the Mickey Mouse theme. Which reminds me I need to go pick up the plush characters this week and some snacks to put inside. I have a t-shirt and glow sticks already for each of the kids.

I was going to just buy gift bags but then I saw these and got so excited!!!

They ran out of the Mickey ones. I saw the Hannah Montana one and got it last weekend with the Wall-E one. The Hannah one was the last one they had and it was on the counter behind the register. The CM was nice though and sold it to me.

 

[Alex2kMommy]

I have to get back to work. My break is over but here is a photo I added last night: http://www.caedes.net/Zephir.cgi?lib=Caedes::Infopage&image=eatmypixiedust-1221461939.jpg

Cute! Is this from a Christmas parade?

I can't wait for our trip! There's a Christmas parade, special Christmas fireworks show, not to mention all the decorations.

Though I've heard twice now about something called Candlelight Processional and that it's to be avoided. Since it is early Dec., I am sure it's going to occur during our stay.

What the heck IS IT???

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Yeah, I agree. I'm not sure if keeping super-busy is a way of coping, or a way of avoiding dealing with your emotions. But when a tragedy strikes, it certainly does help me get through those first days when I feel like I just can't.

I remember DH's grandfather died on September 11th a few years ago. (Ironic, right?) The weather was sunny and gorgeous. Kids were outside playing, I kept hearing children laughing and squealing. It just felt so wrong, like the world should have stopped spinning, the sun should have turned off, everybody should be grieving just like we were.

Then as the days passed, instead of feeling wrong, it felt a bit comforting. I had felt like I wasn't ever going to smile genuinely again, but kids have a way of bringing out the joy of life. And their laughter is the proof that life really does go on, and it will be OK.

When my father died I just dove into his business affairs. I took care of everything. Basically locked myself in his office and didnt come out until the funeral and then went back in. I didnt eat for 3 weeks. Someone (I dont know who) brought me food but I just set it aside. i was so busy. The DR's called it "Fight or Flight" syndrome. I knew what that was just never heard of it used in this way. He said I was in "Fight" mode. Working nonstop. my body shut down all other operations and I was focused on a task. I didnt need food, I didnt need to sleep, I needed to get the business sold, the finances, insurance in order so my mom was taken care of. He said others usually cope in a "flight" manner where they lay on the couch crying, eating and can't do anything. It goes either way.

 

[Alex2kMommy]

I do not deal well in a crisis. I panic and freeze! Thank goodness DH is excellent in a crisis, and barks orders at me. It snaps me out of the panic if I have something to do, you know?

 

[Alex2kMommy]

My parents left this morning to drive east to G's neck of the woods. Well, not quite that far, I guess. They're going to the reservation to visit family, then to the town where I was born to attend their HS reunion (50th!), and then to visit my mom's sister for a few days.

I meant to print off a few more recent pics of the kids for my mom to take along to show the family, but didn't think of it soon enough to print and pop in the mail. She oh-so-casually informed me that they were bringing their laptop anyway, so to just email the photos.

 

[sameyeyam]

Hi Ladies, just a quick Good Morning. Sending lots of hugs your way Shawna. I figured from your post that he must have been someone your brother was very close to and that you also knew.

Nice new photo Pix. I do believe that is the first photo on your gallery that has a person in it. Funny thing, but I always feel a need to have a person(s) in my photos. While I can appreciate photos for their color and lighting, something about a photo without a person in it makes me sad. I feel the same way about paintings. I wonder what traumatic thing in my childhood made me cry over photos with no people?

 

[sameyeyam]

I do not deal well in a crisis. I panic and freeze! Thank goodness DH is excellent in a crisis, and barks orders at me. It snaps me out of the panic if I have something to do, you know?

I'm handle crisis very well also. I go into the barking order mode too! But then when everything is over I almost go into shock, shaking and trembling.

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Ok Jeff just called said he was going to buy me a new video camera since mine broke. This was in the budget but I wasnt sure we were going to do it. I'm so excited. Maybe this will put me back in WDW mode again so I need to go meet him at the store.

Bye all.

 

[sameyeyam]

Ok Jeff just called said he was going to buy me a new video camera since mine broke. This was in the budget but I wasnt sure we were going to do it. I'm so excited. Maybe this will put me back in WDW mode again so I need to go meet him at the store.

Bye all.

Sounds like fun!! I need to get back to work also.

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Shoot the one I wanted wasn't on sale so I'm not sure. i'm going to play with mine. If I can get it to work better than we will keep it if not I'll go ahead and buy the one i want.

 

[eatmypixiedust]

Cute! Is this from a Christmas parade?

I can't wait for our trip! There's a Christmas parade, special Christmas fireworks show, not to mention all the decorations.

Though I've heard twice now about something called Candlelight Processional and that it's to be avoided. Since it is early Dec., I am sure it's going to occur during our stay.

What the heck IS IT???

The photo was taken during a Christmas Parade in H.K. Disneyland last year. The performers are so nice and they even stop in front of you so you can take a pic! They don't do that here so my siblings and I weren't used to it! They have very decorative costumes. I took pics of Disney characters as well but that website does not allow photos of Disney characters. I got in trouble once because they said the characters are "copyrighted" by Disney.

Here is an article I found on MouseSavers.com regarding the Candlelight Processional :

Candlelight Processional

The Candlelight Processional is an annual event on Main Street that includes a celebrity narrator presenting the Biblical Christmas story, plus a large choir and an orchestra performing traditional carols.

In 2008 the Candlelight Processional will be held December 6 and 7. There are usually two performances each night, at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm. The narrator has not been announced yet.

If you want preferred seating you must purchase a special dining package that requires you to spend a designated amount at one of the resort restaurants on the night of the event, after which you will be given your tickets to the Processional. Advance reservations are required and the packages sell out quickly.

2007 packages went on sale to the general public on 11/19/07 and sold out within 90 minutes.

Locations and Prices:

Hook's Pointe – $75
Storytellers Cafe – $75
Steakhouse 55 – $100
The Vineyard Room – $100
Yamabuki – $100
In addition, Napa Rose was available at $125 per person, but only for Annual Passholders. To book the Passholder Dining Package at Napa Rose, you had to log in through the Annual Passholder web site on 11/19/07.

Each restaurant will offer a special, limited menu with multiple courses. Kids pay the same price as adults. You must eat prior to the show, so be prepared for dinner at 3:30 pm if you're attending the early show! Price includes tax and tip, but not alcoholic beverages. Limit of six Dining Package tickets per person.

You do not need to purchase a special dining package if you don't mind standing. Admission to the event is included with your regular park ticket. MouseSavers reader Laura C writes: "There is limited seating in the town square in front of the train station. Those seats are reserved for VIP's and package holders. However, there is plenty of room to stand and watch behind the seating. Still very enjoyable and didn't cost us an extra dime. Hint: If you get there early enough you can stand on the porch of guest services and see right over the heads of everyone - awesome spot."

Nice new photo Pix. I do believe that is the first photo on your gallery that has a person in it. Funny thing, but I always feel a need to have a person(s) in my photos. While I can appreciate photos for their color and lighting, something about a photo without a person in it makes me sad. I feel the same way about paintings. I wonder what traumatic thing in my childhood made me cry over photos with no people?

Awww....glad you liked my photo :

Ok Jeff just called said he was going to buy me a new video camera since mine broke. This was in the budget but I wasnt sure we were going to do it. I'm so excited. Maybe this will put me back in WDW mode again so I need to go meet him at the store.

Bye all.

That's awesome that your DH got you a new video camera. Now you can document your WDW trip for us on your new hyena cam!

 

[AZMickeyfans]

Ok I just ordered my new video camera!!!


I could not get mine to work properly when transfering to the computer so I told dh and he said JUST DO IT!!!

we had a huge credit from Sears burning a hole in our pocket so we got the video camera from there and it only cost us about $200 after that thank goodness!!! WOOHOO!!!

 

[sameyeyam]

Hi Ladies! Just ran and grabbed a couple of grilled chicken wraps from Wendy's for lunch and went to Home Depot for carpet protection film for that god awful cream colored carpet! I can't even walk across a parking lot without getting black on my shoes and transferring it to the carpet. So it's either carpet protection film or leave a box of assorted slippers in my car for every time someone gets in.