The DDA Trouble Free Zone

[ellenbenny]

The only immediate thought that I have is that it usually goes for about $10 a point, but I haven't checked recently - so I could be behind the times. Of course, I think DVC is fantastic and renting points is a great way to have a "trial run" of owning DVC. I'd continue to investigate it.

Marti, Thanks for the input, it sounds like $10 is the going rate so I took karebear's advice, and posted a request on the DVC rent/trade board, to see if I can find someone willing to rent what I need for the $10 price. It seems that is about what they are going for, and I have a little time. Hopefully I can, because I would love to stay at the Beach Club, and I don't think I would pay full disney price for a room. So if this works out, I will have a disney vacation next January. Now I just have to get in shape to actually do the 1/2 marathon. Hope I didn't bite off more than I can chew!

Hey Marti, I will be turning 43 on the 25th.... Just one day younger than you right?

Ellen

 

[Glynis]

I'm not Glynis but we went there twice this year(August and December). I don't think there's a really good website for DL like WDW. The DIS has a DL chat area. I found the people there anwer questions fairly quickly and are willing to share their knowledge. There's a miedevil(sp?) dinner show in the area and I think a Pirate's one. We went to all the character meals except the princess one. If you want any reccomendations. I would highly recomend Blue Bayou as it's unique. It is a restaurant inside POTC. You want the 11:30 seating ( first seating) if going for lunch to get a waterside table. Lunch menu has the famous Monte Cristo sandwich. A lot of people rave about it. DH and I split one as it is quite big. LA is nearby. There's some museums and the La Brea Tarpits. For the FW you absolutely need to stake out a spot in the hub to really get the full effect. I teared up during part of it. I actually videotaped the Electrical Parade and FW and Fantasmic this last trip. Be sure to look up at Walt's apt. on main street. Fantasmic is dif. than at WDW : 1. the show is on Rivers of America so no real seating. You'll need to stake out a spot on the ground ahead of time or shell out $56 for the balcony dessert seating. (We did this our August trip if you want any opinions) 2. They use the Mark Twain and Columbia(with Peter Pan & gang). It really is neat. If you have any questions I'd love to help. We plan on going this summer to squeeze one last trip out of our AP's hoping to take the stepsons.

This is all good stuff. One thing, though. Pirates of the Caribbean is going to be closed for refurb from February through June. This means that the Blue Bayou is also closed since it's part of the ride. So, don't get your mouth all set for the Monte Cristo, 'cuz it's most likely you won't be able to get it. Bummer, huh?

 

[itdjbw]

The new hairdo looks very hip.........I'm sure you will get used to it.

 

[karebear1]

I'm not Glynis but we went there twice this year(August and December). I don't think there's a really good website for DL like WDW. The DIS has a DL chat area. I found the people there anwer questions fairly quickly and are willing to share their knowledge. There's a miedevil(sp?) dinner show in the area and I think a Pirate's one. We went to all the character meals except the princess one. If you want any reccomendations. I would highly recomend Blue Bayou as it's unique. It is a restaurant inside POTC. You want the 11:30 seating ( first seating) if going for lunch to get a waterside table. Lunch menu has the famous Monte Cristo sandwich. A lot of people rave about it. DH and I split one as it is quite big. LA is nearby. There's some museums and the La Brea Tarpits. For the FW you absolutely need to stake out a spot in the hub to really get the full effect. I teared up during part of it. I actually videotaped the Electrical Parade and FW and Fantasmic this last trip. Be sure to look up at Walt's apt. on main street. Fantasmic is dif. than at WDW : 1. the show is on Rivers of America so no real seating. You'll need to stake out a spot on the ground ahead of time or shell out $56 for the balcony dessert seating. (We did this our August trip if you want any opinions) 2. They use the Mark Twain and Columbia(with Peter Pan & gang). It really is neat. If you have any questions I'd love to help. We plan on going this summer to squeeze one last trip out of our AP's hoping to take the stepsons.

oh Boy, Oh Boy, Oh boy!!! I'm getting some good info coming my way (as soon as I know what questions to asK!) Thanks for your help- I've got your name on my list of people to ask about DL!
Can you tell me where you are in Oregon again???

 

[Eeyorecln]

I'm not Glynis, I know, but I may be able to help some. We lived about 10 minutes from DL for a couple of years and it was my second home for much of it. There are so many places within walking distance and much cheaper that the onsite hotels (all deluxe and seem to be booking up quite often lately). I have heard many recommendations for the Candy Cane Inn. It has a free shuttle as well. I've also heard good recommendations for the Holiday Inn on Harbor. My family has stayed at the Alamo. It is a decent place and a really good price (usually about $50). If you don't want to walk everywhere there is the Anaheim Resort Transit that is about $3 a day (may have changed). This is a shuttle bus that stops at area hotels.

Knott's Berry Farms is very close as well. They have a Snoopy theme to the kid's area and some shows. There are a lot of thrill rides here as well. Universal Hollywood is about an hour away. Otherwise, there are the beaches. A couple of hours away in San Diego is Sea World and the San Diego Zoo/Wild Animal Park.

I personally haven't found any great Disneyland sites. The DIS is probably the best one and laughingplace.com has some info. Themouseforless.com and allearsnet.com have been building DL sections.

Have a great trip!!

The ART is great. They only charge for adults, kids(under a certain age) ride free. We actually prefered this to driving to Mickey parking lot. We always ended up the farthest away from the elevator, then had to wait for tram and walk from the dropoff to DL. My kids didn't like all the walking back in the evening after they were tired out. One night we waited in line 15-20 min. to get a tram. The ART drops you right off near the ticket counters. I timed it and we were quicker using the trolley as opposed to fiddling with parking. And it was $6 for ART for both of us and $10 parking so cheaper per day.

 

[karebear1]

This is all good stuff. One thing, though. Pirates of the Caribbean is going to be closed for refurb from February through June. This means that the Blue Bayou is also closed since it's part of the ride. So, don't get your mouth all set for the Monte Cristo, 'cuz it's most likely you won't be able to get it. Bummer, huh?

Bummer.... unless I decide to go down in September- I'm gonna have to think about this now!

 

[Eeyorecln]

Here's my do...

After a few glasses of wine...I'm getting used to it...

Kristine

PS...It's lighter that it looks in the pic...

It looks great.

 

[ReAnSt]

I got twenty pages to catch up on. Hope I can through them before I decide to get to bed.

I found out why I was nauseous, stomach ache, had to pee quite often and my back hurts. Before anyone gets hopeful I am not pregnant. I have a UTI. The only reason this was figured out was because I had a physical and drug test yesterday for my new job. They said I had bacteria in my drug test sample and told me I should go to my doctor. So I go today and that is the verdict.

I probably never would have went had I not had the physical yesterday. I could attribute all of those symptoms to other things. nauseous/stomach ache-had cramps and the stomach bug is going around lots of people have the stomach bug. I have been drinking lots more trying to drink my water hence the need to pee more often. As for the backache- Also one of my normal PMS symptoms and also I have helped move some furniture and started hurting after that. Shows what I know.

Becky

Becky

 

[ReAnSt]

she is a Virgo, I am a Libra
i have three kids she has two
we both have two grandkids

At least you're not a Gemini. I always feel like I have twins who argue back and forth all the time when I try to make decisions. I can never make up my mind.

And no those twins aren't kids. I don't have any.

Becky

 

[KristineN]

I got twenty pages to catch up on. Hope I can through them before I decide to get to bed.

I found out why I was nauseous, stomach ache, had to pee quite often and my back hurts. Before anyone gets hopeful I am not pregnant. I have a UTI. The only reason this was figured out was because I had a physical and drug test yesterday for my new job. They said I had bacteria in my drug test sample and told me I should go to my doctor. So I go today and that is the verdict.

I probably never would have went had I not had the physical yesterday. I could attribute all of those symptoms to other things. nauseous/stomach ache-had cramps and the stomach bug is going around lots of people have the stomach bug. I have been drinking lots more trying to drink my water hence the need to pee more often. As for the backache- Also one of my normal PMS symptoms and also I have helped move some furniture and started hurting after that. Shows what I know.

Becky

Becky

Feel better soon I have bouts of UTI's...some years quite a few..other years none. weird...drink cranbery juice, the real stuff, not cocktail

 

[babytrees]

Oh please....

I will tell ya all, in April I went to Vegas with DH...I got carded at one of the casinos!! I think DH got all turned on thinking he was with some young chick!!

PS...I am 40!

Great do!!! I stopped going to a hairdresser because not only did she talk constantly but all the other stylists did too!!

 

[Eeyorecln]

This is all good stuff. One thing, though. Pirates of the Caribbean is going to be closed for refurb from February through June. This means that the Blue Bayou is also closed since it's part of the ride. So, don't get your mouth all set for the Monte Cristo, 'cuz it's most likely you won't be able to get it. Bummer, huh?

Sorry. I forgot about the ride closures. I'll have to make sure we schedule our trip for after it's open. We went both trips waterside tables. The boys loved waving at the boats going by and the pirate hat menus.

 

[ReAnSt]

Ok guys, I made 7 eye patches for Kristine's daughter. Here is a photo.

I also came up with this letter to send with it. If I had past and next trip dates I could make it more personal, but since Kristine's not on I don't have the info and need to get to the post office by 5 PM.

What do you think? Should I make any changes to the letter?

Deb

That is such a nice and thoughful thing for you to do Deb and the letter is just a perfect addtional touch.

Becky

 

[Eeyorecln]

oh Boy, Oh Boy, Oh boy!!! I'm getting some good info coming my way (as soon as I know what questions to asK!) Thanks for your help- I've got your name on my list of people to ask about DL!
Can you tell me where you are in Oregon again???

We are in Tigard technically but Beaverton school district. Outside of Portland. Where in OR are you guys?

 

[babytrees]

Glynis, I am sure that anyone who goes to WDW will tell you about their favorite places to eat. one thing is looking at the allears site because they not only show the menus but also some have recipes. Plus a lot of places do try to work with the guest to help with dietary restrictions
Since this BIG trip was really my first I can tell you that each and every place that Steffy and I went to was the best. We go out a lot for lunch at work and try to go out most Friday nights. Having worked in the food service business myself, we learned how to ask a lot of questions and make sure we got what we paid for.
My sister had told me that she and our other sister would sometimes share a meal because they serve such a big helping.
I loved seeing the characters, so the Crystal Palace with Pooh, Tigger and Eyore was one of my favorites. Chef Mickey was great for breakfast because they really had a large selection. California Grill was absoutely the best. We were there for 3 hours from checking in to leaving and I would recommend that. Our server was Ron and anywhere you sit will provide you with a view of the castle and hear the music for Wishes and see the fireworks. I know that Steffy says to see it in front of the castle for the first time but this was so very special for me so I will always treasure that night. Ron took the time to have our choices split up so we could sample each appetizer that we wanted to share. he let us sample a few sips of wines to make our final choice. With the dining plan all we paid for was the b ottle of wine and of course we left extra. Without the plan we would have paid an extra $148.
I also liked the Liberty Tree Tavern because my sister just loves Chip and he really paid special attention to her which just made her day.
At MGM we ate at the Commissary and Backlot Express. Good food
boma was good. I tend to be a pickey eater but was able to find enough to satisfy me.
Mama Melrose was a good choice. We felt rushed because we wanted to make sure we got to the evening show and we had gotten seated late.
LeCeller had the most awsome soup ever, and the steaks were unbelievable.
we really liked the room that my sisters had at POP just the right size ---what do you do in the room besides sleep and shower?

That is an AWESOME run down of your favorite spots to eat THANKS!!!

We are tent camping it so that we can afford to go this year and not forever down the road....we like camping so it's not that much of a hardship.

 

[KMH1]

Did you make the banana bread? Because if you did, then seriously.... can I just move in with you so I can eat your baked goods?

LOL! I make banana bread every once in a while, but Alyssa usually eats all the bananas before they turn nice and black. The banana bread I referred to earlier was courtesy of my mom, a woman who is much more talented in the kitchen than I am.

Hope you have a better day tomorrow Jen!
Amy

 

[KMH1]

I can SO help with that!!! We are having a Jojo party for Terra's birthday in February. We're going to my parents in St. Louis for her birthday so it will actually be a double party for her and her cousin who turns 4 the week before.

Have you seen the Jojo partyware at birthdayexpress? http://www.birthdayexpress.com/bexpress/product.asp?sku=E2411
There are so many cute things that I'm trying not to go overboard.

I bought a set of the Jojo toys from the Disney Store to use with the cake. I think that I'm going to make a Big Top cake and put the characters around it. If not, then I'll make a cake shaped like Jojo and Goliath. For decorations I think we'll do basic balloons and streamers, plus I'm going to print out some "circus posters" to hang up.

I'm thinking about trying to make my first t-shirt and make the girls shirts too, but I'm not sure I'd be very good at the designing myself. I may have to throw out a plea to the talent that hangs around here for some help.

Our party is in late Feb so I'll post some pics or ideas if I think of any that will help you.

Thanks so much Tia!

I can't wait to see your pictures! And, I hope I don't spend a small fortune on JoJo partyware!

Dawn was kind enough to PM me another link and I thought you might like to see it too:
http://www.birthdaypartyideas.com/h...rcus_party.html

There's some really cool ideas there!

Thanks again!
Amy

 

[KMH1]

Do y'all think I could learn to knit mittens before February 18th ?

I think you better perfect your mitten cookies before you start knitting mittens too! Have you made some practice cookies yet?

And, where's my PM about Lost?!! We have details to discuss!

Hope you're feeling better today!
Amy

 

[KMH1]

I hate when I get massages and the girl will not SHUT UP!! Hello - I am getting massage to relax and forget everything for an hour - not to chat with you!!!

one girl spent the hour getting my advice on where to send her DD to school - b/c she was considering my alma mater - UGH!!

You are not just a Queen, but you are a Diva too!!!

This is what I read, "I hate when I get massages...blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah"

Amy

 

[ReAnSt]

Thanks for letting me have a private posting party and then write a novel to boot!

Sorry I'm grumpy..... it's been a REALLY stressful day

Hopefully when I get back on I will have perked up a bit!

Nice to see everyone posting again!!!

Jennifer,

I'm sorry your day has been stressful. As for the weight gain that happens. You weren't at home so you were eating out and probably not excercising. Just start fresh and new. Take it one meal at a time and one workout at a time. That is all you can do.

Sending and your way.

Becky