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

[Joshua_me]

And for the third time in a very short period of time The Dis boards bring me to tears...

That was very heartfelt and well-written, Skip.

During the past several days I've really been amazed at how much recent events have affected me, and at how not a day goes by that those events do not cross my mind, and at how this is all over people I've never even met before. Well, not in the traditional sense, anyway.

Just today I heard on the news that there was bad weather and a tornado in the Orlando area yesterday and my first thought was, "I hope the Podcast team is alright.

Crazy ? Yeah, maybe a little. But, that's never stopped me before.

I feel privileged to be even a very small part of this wonderful community, made up of fine folks such as yourself, Skip.

 

[blairbear]

Beautifully written, Skip. Well said, I couldn't agree with you more.

 

[adsrtw]

Fantastic post Skip. That brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for sharing your opinion.

 

[mainegal]

Thanks, Skip, for putting into words what many of us believe to be true.

 

[TSWJan78]

Over the past few weeks I have stopped refering to people as my friend from the DIS and now just say my friend. I know I can come here to laugh or to cry.. I can get information on any gadget or place or just about anything I need. I look forward to chat and on Wednesday night my non DIS friends don't here much of me. I look forward to talking with you all and meeting you and get sad when I cannot partake in events you are all going to. I agree 100%... this is not a virtual community.. it is a virtual family... my virtual family!! Thanks for that Pete and John!!

 

[wishspirit]

I can here the papers shuffling from here.

in really light, small font.

And all highlighted and covered in post-its! Thank you so much Skip for summing up the feelings of all of us!

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

This is exactly how I feel! You guys have been a beacon of strength whilst finding my feet at University, providing me friendship and company in a world I was too scared to venture into. Your guys support has meant the world to me.

 

[orion7096]

Even thought I do not post much, I must say Skip that your words brought warmth and a sense of security for me. You see, I am now going through a divorce with my wife and times have been very hard on the family and most of all my children. I come onto these boards several times a day, everyday to cheer me up and to lift my spirits. The podcast from last week when Pete spoke about going for your dreams really reached out to me. Coming here everyday has helped me tremendously and will continue to do so. I want to thank everyone for just being you. This is such a special place and a wonderful family here on the net and I wouldn't give it up for anything.

 

[A.Mickey]

Kevin,

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

Well said! I could not agree more!!!!

 

[cruisinpenguin]

Thank you Thank you Thank you! The DIS podcast is truely an amazing support team for all. Thank you......your all simply the BEST!
Laurie

 

[SFBayDon]

Skip you said it all very well I have struggled with words to Kevin and you really said how I feel also. Hopefully Pete will read this on one of those days.....

Don

 

[daneenm]

And I'm sure Bob already did everything ahead of time and has their eternity all planned out, complete with printed itinerary.

Yes, but did he leave them any Dole Whip is the question...

Skip, that was so well put. You brought tears to my eyes.

 

[FireDancer]

Yes, but did he leave them any Dole Whip is the question...

Are you implying heaven can run out of dole whips? Blasphemy!

 

[CinderellasSister]

Absolutely! Skip, your post was 100% true. Thanks for putting it in words. I'm not the best at expressing feelings in writing, and you summed it up beautifully! I too, am proud to be a part of this little family we have here.

 

[Justin Jett]

Thank you everyone for all the nice responses.

It is tough for me to verbalize my thoughts and feelings, so I write them down. Writing is my favorite way to communicate. I am able to talk, though with a speech impairment, but it is very difficult to put my feelings into words verbally. Yes, I will talk your ear off when I meet you, but over the years, writing has become an easier way to communicate. Also, in an emotional situation, it is near impossible for me to verbalize. E-Mail has become a huge part of my life. My favorite teacher in high school calls me "E-Mail King."

I have always had a fascination with and passion for the monorail. Also, Austin Wuennenberg had many the same dreams and interests as me. For these reasons, I have been thinking of Austin and the monorail cast members alot lately.

Dad took me see "Up" the other night. When I got home, I had planned a fun post about the movie. When I logged in, the first thing I saw was the news of Kevin's father. I tell my parents about Kevin and Bob quite frequently, so I showed them the threads about Kevin's Dad. We were all saddened and affected by the news. This was Dad's time seeing the DIS. Dad noticed number of responses and the amount of support. This prompted a very long chat between Dad and I...about the site and the podcast. Dad thought was neat to see such a large group of caring people.

Also, I've played Pete's "follow your passion" talk from last week over and over again. The past 9 months have been very hard for me because of very personal things in my life. Some people who feel that my dreams are impossible and I am chasing rainbows have taken things a bit too far. What Pete said was exactly what I needed to hear at this point. Now, I know that my life is on the right track.

There were many things going through my head, and me original post is came out. Thank you all for reading. I am really glad that Kevin didn't mind my feelings about Bob, his Dad and Austin.

 

[SFBayDon]

It is tough for me to verbalize my thoughts and feelings, so I write them down. Writing is my favorite way to communicate. I am able to talk, though with a speech impairment, but it is very difficult to put my feelings into words verbally. Yes, I will talk your ear off when I meet you, but over the years, writing has become an easier way to communicate. Also, in an emotional situation, it is near impossible for me to verbalize. E-Mail has become a huge part of my life. My favorite teacher in high school calls me "E-Mail King."

Also, I've played Pete's "follow your passion" talk from last week over and over again. The past 9 months have been very hard for me because of very personal things in my life. Some people who feel that my dreams are impossible and I am chasing rainbows have taken things a bit too far. What Pete said was exactly what I needed to hear at this point. Now, I know that my life is on the right track.

Skip,

Thanks for sharing with us on the boards. You write very eloquently to communicate your thoughts, and I have a tough time expressing my thoughts in writing. In some cases I do not post because the words do not seem to come out right.

The quote you have in your signatures is AWESOME. Dreams are never impossible unless you let others take them away form you. When I was 18, I had applied for and got a job at Disneyland, my dream. Due to some issues within the family and the lack of support for my dream, I was not able to relocate to Anaheim. To this day, I wish I had the courage to push harder for my dream to be a part of Disneyland. So please do not stop dreaming no matter how big, and do not let anyone else tell you how to dream.

Big Smiles From California
Don

 

[soxnation]

I tend to be a lurker around here but you words were jus wonderful. As I sit here sheding a tear in my dinner.

 

[epcotimagineer]

yeah bawb probably has brought them dole whips too

> DOLE WHIP

 

[SamSam]

Skip, Beautifully said! This community means more to me than I can express in words, so thank you for being able to express what so many of us feel. The Disboards is a wonderful loving, caring, supportive community that enriches my life immensely.

 

[miss missy]

Thanks for saying that Skip Its is people like you who makes this place what it is I agree 100% with all you said!

 

[jen3003]

Very well said Skip. I totally agree with you 110%.

The DIS team feels like family to me, and that's really hard to explain to someone who doesn't understand that. How can I feel so close to people I haven't even met yet. I talk about them quite a bit and I'm sure some of my family and friends don't understand the closeness.

I know I can count on the DIS team and all of you! We all have a special bond here. Disney brings us all together but everyone here makes it so much more!!!

Thank you Pete and the DIS team and everyone here on the boards!!!