The DDA Trouble Free Zone Part 5

[Tammi67]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley. It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

I think that is a great, fun idea, Vicki. I'd be up for it.

 

[Tammi67]

If I remember correctly, lucyanna girl used to post and design on this board. I just wanted to let all of you see this. It sounds like she and her daughter can use all of the prayers/good thoughts they can get.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1082218

Thanks for showing us this, Dawn.

 

[yellowfish78]

Hi. I feel pretty silly lamenting about this, with the more serious problems we all face, but I figured you might be wondering where I've been all day, so here goes:

We lost one of our cats today. We noticed Mickey was acting a bit odd on Saturday, but it was easy to assume he was at odds with Lucy, the other cat. (Lucy is the alpha cat and she typically puts him in his place.) Yesterday, we noticed he was walking funny, so I made him a vet appointment today for when Kevin got home from work, so someone could stay home with Alyssa. Well, when Alyssa and I got back from getting her pictures taken this morning, Mickey couldn't even walk, so I begged Kevin to come home early and I rushed him to the vet. He had a bladder infection and though he survived the process of unblocking him, his heart gave out after the procedure. I feel terrible. He was only seven. And Alyssa keeps asking where he is.

I'm going to turn the computer over to Kevin, because I asked him to design our Easter card, but I'll try to check back in later tonight and respond personally to some posts from the last 36 hours...

Amy

Amy - I lost my Simon in December to the same thing. He was three. I don't have children; so I can only imagine how hard it is for your family.

 

[my3princes]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley. It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

We have 2 Pal Mickey's I'd be happy to donate one to the cause if you can't bear to be without yours.

Deb

 

[tmfranlk]

Tia - Did you see that best days are out?

They are?!?! Yippee!! Guess what I'm doing as soon as I get to work in the morning!! I'd check now, but it's already 11 minutes past my bed time and I know if I look I'll get sucked into reviewing my plans. I'm glad they are out though. I can't believe how upset some people were getting.

 

[julia & nicks mom]

We have 2 Pal Mickey's I'd be happy to donate one to the cause if you can't bear to be without yours.

Deb

Maybe we could have a WDW Pal Mickey and a Traveling Pal Mickey!!!

 

[yellowfish78]

I can't believe how upset some people were getting.

I tried to break the ice with the dancing sheep/marshmellow/ghost but it didn't work. I'll pm you my schedule, we'll see if we can meet up. Maybe one of us will have "The Pal Mickey that Travels the World" with us to share with the DDA! Two birds with one stone!!!

 

[bengalbelle]

Try it with a little KoolAid. I would "water" down powdered drink mixes to give the water a little flavor and color. This seemed to help for a while. But the copious amounts of water does suck.

I actually don't mind the water, I just don't see how I can drink more than the 64+ oz. I drink every day.

 

[PNO4TE]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley.

That was me

It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

Vicki -- I think that is an adorable idea!

 

[tmfranlk]

Hi. I feel pretty silly lamenting about this, with the more serious problems we all face, but I figured you might be wondering where I've been all day, so here goes:

We lost one of our cats today. We noticed Mickey was acting a bit odd on Saturday, but it was easy to assume he was at odds with Lucy, the other cat. (Lucy is the alpha cat and she typically puts him in his place.) Yesterday, we noticed he was walking funny, so I made him a vet appointment today for when Kevin got home from work, so someone could stay home with Alyssa. Well, when Alyssa and I got back from getting her pictures taken this morning, Mickey couldn't even walk, so I begged Kevin to come home early and I rushed him to the vet. He had a bladder infection and though he survived the process of unblocking him, his heart gave out after the procedure. I feel terrible. He was only seven. And Alyssa keeps asking where he is.

I'm going to turn the computer over to Kevin, because I asked him to design our Easter card, but I'll try to check back in later tonight and respond personally to some posts from the last 36 hours...

Amy

to you all. I know how hard it is to lose a beloved pet.

 

[tinker1bell]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley. It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

Actually not a bad idea

 

[Tinkaroo]

Hi. I feel pretty silly lamenting about this, with the more serious problems we all face, but I figured you might be wondering where I've been all day, so here goes:

We lost one of our cats today. We noticed Mickey was acting a bit odd on Saturday, but it was easy to assume he was at odds with Lucy, the other cat. (Lucy is the alpha cat and she typically puts him in his place.) Yesterday, we noticed he was walking funny, so I made him a vet appointment today for when Kevin got home from work, so someone could stay home with Alyssa. Well, when Alyssa and I got back from getting her pictures taken this morning, Mickey couldn't even walk, so I begged Kevin to come home early and I rushed him to the vet. He had a bladder infection and though he survived the process of unblocking him, his heart gave out after the procedure. I feel terrible. He was only seven. And Alyssa keeps asking where he is.

I'm going to turn the computer over to Kevin, because I asked him to design our Easter card, but I'll try to check back in later tonight and respond personally to some posts from the last 36 hours...

Amy

to you guys. Losing a pet is HUGE in my book. I will be praying for you, and that you come up with a good explanation for Alyssa.

 

[bear74]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley. It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

sounds like it might be fun. never heard of flat stanley before this thread.

 

[Tinkaroo]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley. It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

I love it! I think it would be great fun!

 

[itdjbw]

One of the wonderful designers had a Stich Elvis design, does anyone know who did that one, he is one of Adams favorites and I was thinking of putting him on a shirt for DS!!

Thanks

 

[Tinkaroo]

Problem is I have so many ideas. So I never know what to do.

That is what is wrong with my life right now. I could probably be a teacher if I wanted too I took classes to do so, etc. I don't like the politics and all the teaching to the tests going on in schools. I would love to do something with kids, that will help them out because there are so many kids out there who don't get to do alot of things but also don't have the things they need.

I have considered a center for homeschool kids, that would have all types of activities, programs, trips, teach classes in various subjects. Open a kids craft center or kids cooking school. Have a camp for all types of kids, where regular kids, kids with disabilities, medical problems, foster kids, kids from all economic backgrounds could experience camp together. An afterschool program for elementary, middle and high schoolers to keep them from being latchkey and out of trouble.

Getting a big location and creating a giant center for kids parties. A mobile craft bus, or mobile science bus or computer bus. Create an organization to help out teachers and kids to get the school supplies and things they need.

I am also considering going back to school and getting a Master's Degree in Nonprofit Management. Or a certificate for computer networking.

I could go on and on. I have so many ideas of things I would like to start and create and don't know what direction to go in. Or I just need an organization to hire me to do something with kids. I just know I want to help others, especially kids.

Becky

Becky - all these ideas sound UNBELIEVABLE. You should definitely pursue this - and then we can say we knew you when!

 

[Tinkaroo]

They are?!?! Yippee!! Guess what I'm doing as soon as I get to work in the morning!! I'd check now, but it's already 11 minutes past my bed time and I know if I look I'll get sucked into reviewing my plans. I'm glad they are out though. I can't believe how upset some people were getting.

Tia - how was the first day with the new hours?

 

[tmfranlk]

Ok, now I'm beginning to think I've went 'round the bend (as one of my elder relatives used to say) but I'm going to tell you my idea anyway. One of you, don't remember who, commented that it would be cool to have a DDA Pal Mickey similar to Flat Stanley. It got me thinking. I am probably not going to get a chance to meet most of my DDA friends in person, so I was thinking about having Mickey travel around and meet you instead. You'd be responsible to take pictures, sign his passport, get him a souvenir and ship him on to the next person. I'd provide the money for the souvenirs, pictures (unless you have digital) and shipping. He is going on the DDA trip, Japan at the end of June and WDW with me in December.

If I can't meet you all, at least something that belongs to me can share in your lives for a little while. I'd add to his website with where he's been and post pictures.

Is this totally nuts?

I think that it is a great idea! I'd love to have Mickey over for a visit.

 

[PNO4TE]

Not a lot of time, so I hope I get everyone I want:

Jo - good luck with the house

Lynn - welcome home!

Chanon - thanks for the TGM info... I will have to check that in the a.m.

Kate & Kristine - many thanks for the update on MidNite

Amy - I am so sorry to hear about your poor cat

Dawn - thanks for letting us know about Penn and her daughter

Tammi - I have a parent who's email is 2dogs3cats... you animal listing on one of your posts made me think of them!

 

[my3princes]

Maybe we could have a WDW Pal Mickey and a Traveling Pal Mickey!!!

The Pal Mickeys that we have are the original version. They've been to WDW 3 times so I know they like to travel.

Deb