The Podcast.....I just have to talk about how I feel.

[TXYankee]

Skip,

That was very well said. Thank you for posting your thoughts.

I hope I am lucky enough to meet you in person at DAP!!

 

[maroo]

Skip -

You going to DAP?

 

[rotlex]

This was really, really, really well put...thank you.

I must offer that I have many of the same feelings. I'm not a very "emotional" guy, but there is something about these boards, the people here, the podcast etc. While I know none of them\you personally, it really is like no other place on the web.

I love it here. Best wishes to you all, and thanks for making this community a true place of joy.

 

[hideeh]

Thanks for putting your feelings in to words, Skip. You certainly said it better than I could have, yet it is exactly how I feel about the DIS. I am so thankful to be a member here where it is safe and welcoming. I also like my DIS freinds a lot better then most of the locals!



Heidi

 

[georgemoe]

Nicely done Skip.

 

[slapwhitey]

Well said Skip...I couldn't agree more.

Even though I'm a bit of an "anti-social" I know that when push comes to shove these forums would be here for me......I think. There are some folks on here that I do consider good friends. I know more about some of you people than I do about people right in my neighborhood. We've thanked Pete on numerous occassions for these boards as it's what brought my DW and I together so I'm sure he gets tired of us saying it but thank you. Thank you to everyone who takes time out of their own private, busy lives to make the rest of us feel welcome.

Chris

 

[maroo]

eta: I was literally just telling a co-worker what an amazing group the Dis forums is just before I read this and that I like my "imaginary computer friends" better than my local friends. This is the most caring, helpful group of people and I am so very proud to be a part of this incredible group.

I totally agree with this.

My friends just don't get it. I went to dinner with an old friend last night, but I was sorta glad we finished in time for me to make it to chat...even if I was a little late...because hanging out with you guys is fun, too! And I have not laughed that much in a long time.

I can't seem to explain you guys to my friends, though. They don't get the internet forum thing?!?

 

[tlcoke]

Well said Skip!!

Everyone on the boards is like extended group of family & friends.



Thanks Pete & Team for giving us the boards and the hard work each of you do. We appreciate and love each one of you.

 

[UrsulasShadow]

I get it.

Well said, Skip.

 

[kab407]

Thank you Skip!

I look forward to meeting you at DAP!

 

[bannermouse]

Very well said Skip. You were able to put into words what I believe many of us feel. I know I am very poor at expressing my feelings. While I do not post often, I daily look over these boards and feel I am friends with the Podcast crew and some of regular contributors on the disboards. Thank you again for your posting.

Bannermouse

 

[corky441]

Skip- I could not have said it better myself.

Sometimes I feel like I am lucky to have stumbled in

To think that just a little over a year ago I found the DIS while trying to get some information on making ADRs. I never would have thought that I'd find such a wonderful warm group of people who all shared the same passion.
Then.. finding the Podcast put me on

 

[safetymom]

Thank you Skip for your words of wisdom!

 

[Justin Jett]

I've known this for a while now....

And now everyone is going to know...

Skip, you are one special guy and I'm honored to be your friend.

Thanks for what you've written.

Kevin,

I feel very much the same way about you!

There is a virtual buffet of Disney sites and podcasts that have news and information, but the "DIS Unplugged" podcast and this site brings personalities to life. Not only do the hosts have personalities, but the fans/listeners' personalities are showcased Even the fans have fans. There is no other show that has done that. Regardless of subject matter or media format!

This site is not an online community. It is very much an online family!

 

[DWGal210]

Great and poignant words, Skip. What a beautiful thing to write, and it brought tears to my eyes.

I agree with you 100% - I have friends here on the boards just as I have friends in my "real life" and I cherish those friendships equally. It's a special thing when you can initially bond over a shared interest, and then have friendships arise from it.

 

[BRobson]

Wonderful words Skip

Even though I live an ocean away and haven't met any of you in the flesh yet - I an truly honoured to call you all my friends

 

[Justin Jett]

Skip -

You going to DAP?

Yes indeed, my parents gave me a DAP trip for my birthday. Mom and Dad are not sure what it is all about. They just know that I am very excited. While they dont read the boards themselves, they are extremely thrilled that I have found the site and podcast.

Mom and Dad only hear segments when they wonder what I am laughing at. The time that Dad sat down with me and listened.....he got up in the middle and said "Let's go." We never made it through the full show. Since then, my parents have started to learn who is who on the team.

At DAP, Corey and I may have to talk a little football....though we do not share the same taste in college football teams. Yes, Corey.....stay outta the d*** lakes at DAP. I can guarantee that there will indeed be a "Florida Gator" on Disney Property.

My parents (Doug and Barb) and I look forward to meeting everyone.

 

[DVCJones]

Last week's podcast was very special for me personally. I love every episode, but both of the shows last week really connected with me. I really think the team's handling of the monorail accident was very well done. The crew's view was better than any other media outlet's coverage. Also, Pete's words about following your passion reguardless of money really "hit home" with me. Actually, they brought a tear to the eye.

As I sit here thinking of the events of the past 12 days.....I just had to post about how wonderful the Podcast and the boards are. The podcast is indeed infotainment. The podcast brings information to people in a very fun and entertaining manner.... We all know that, but there is more to it.....In addition to bringing information to people, the podcast brings people to people!

Not only have we gotten to know the crew/team through the podcast.....we have gotten to know each other through the podcast! Sure, the internet is peppered with message boards and online communities available for any subject. Friendships are formed on every message board out there....and there are "meets" for other boards. However, what has taken place here is incredible and wonderful. People here are close friends. Friends that may have never had the chance to meet if it was not for the Podcast. Look at the number of DIS meets that take place around the country. Far from a Disney park or resort. Yes, Disney is our favorite destination, but the bonds and friendships here have grown so close that if people here cannot go visit Disney, they go visit each other. Also, it's true the every podcast has listeners and fans.....but here, we get to know each other through the podcast. Be it the Sistern Saga, a trip report, or DATW phone call....we get to know each other through the Podcast, even before we start reading the boards.

I'm sorry for rambling on. I have been thinking about Kevin's Father and Austin Wuennenberg today, and I just felt like writing.

I hope I'm not out of line for saying this, but I think that when Mr. Klose and Austin got to heaven, Bob Varley was the first to greet them and give them a tour.

Yes, I am sure they had their very on Dis Meet in Heaven

 

[Justin Jett]

Thank you Skip for your words of wisdom!

Kathy,

Thank you for booking our DAP trip!

 

[Bewitch324]

What a beautiful post that completely sums up how I feel. I only started listening to the podcast and reading the boards a few months ago when researching for a trip...but already I feel so invested in all these people I really don't know but I feel like I do. I loved last week's podcast so much; it was so great to learn more about everyone. I've been listening to old podcasts, and on Sunday was listening to the one in June 07 where Pete was giving the history of everything and everyone talked about how grateful they were for each other and their love of what they do and I got all emotional...I think my boyfriend thinks I'm crazy, but hey that's ok!! Anyway, I'm babbling, I just wanted to say thank you to Skip for articulating (so much better than me!!) what so many of us were feeling.

Thank you!!
Brooke