***The VWL Groupies & Trivia Thread*** Chapter 2!

[mickeymorse]

Thanks to all for the moosey and wonderful welcomes! It is nice to be home at VWL.

Sorry I haven't been back at you all for a number of days. I had to take a business trip to Sault Ste. Marie (The Soo). It is a 13 hour drive from our main camp here in Ohio, and is just above the east end of the U.P. (Michigan's Upper Peninsula) for those that have no idea where that may be.

Any DVC'rs hiding in those woods?

It was 54°F Wed. Afternoon (June 11th, too! ). The Soo sits just east of Lake Superior and the winds were up that day. It is very beautiful and is a wilderness of it's own, but no comparison to VWL! (no hot tub available at the pup tent I stayed in).

DW DiznyDi just wouldn't stop doing the "Moose Dance" until I acknowledged all of the Welcome messages I received.

Down, Dear, down.

It sure is beautiful country up there. Did you happen to see any real live mooses?
We were over in your neck of the woods last Fri. Took the kids to Cedar Point. It was a little warmer than the Soo. Nothing like standing in line for an hour in that heat.

Thanks Granny! One thing you can say about the Northeast coast, we may have a naked cowboys singing on the streets and kamikazie cab drivers but all and all we really do have pretty calm weather. You saw how we passed out from a couple of hot days.

If I don't get a chance the rest of the weekend a very happy Dad's day to all the Wilderness dads.

The old guy, Sid & Rizzo are going fishing for the weekend (annual mans trip). I absolutely love Fathers day.

Thanks Eliza. This dad is just relaxing at home by the pool with my two angels. My DW has to work this weekend. Enjoy your single time.

Just heard on the news this morning that there were 15 heat related deaths in Philly this week. Glad you survived the heat wave.

Happy to hear that you are safe and sound DLI. It sure is a shame about those boy scouts. My prayers go out to everyone affected by this crazy weather.

Rob

 

[MiaSRN62]

Hi all !
Sorry I've been gone a few days. So much going on this past week : the heat wave in Philly, my dd's graduation (!!!!), other dd's birthday.....and now, my dh and one dd are down in Philly (it's going on 1am) and on the set of the Transformers 2 movie. My dd (15), just met Shia Lebeouf and got his autograph ! No photos are allowed because it's a live movie set. But dh told me (he called me on his cell), that dd is sitting in a chair just feet away from the filming. Way too excited. DD, ds and myself could not go because we had to work tonight. But dh told me that my dd is totally giddy and red-in-the-face from meeting Shia. He told me she's very shell-shocked. My dh is actually working and helping out a little on the set (he works in the shooting location---which is the Univ of Penn).

I know all of this is totally and I apologize. But just had to share all this with my fellow groupies. Very emotional week (mostly my 17 yo dd's graduation !). And I do want to say thoughts and prayers go out to all those people in the midwest who are living through the terrible rain/flooding and tornados. I pray it all ends soon. But some have lost everything.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Hi all !
Sorry I've been gone a few days. So much going on this past week : the heat wave in Philly, my dd's graduation (!!!!), other dd's birthday.....and now, my dh and one dd are down in Philly (it's going on 1am) and on the set of the Transformers 2 movie. My dd (15), just met Shia Lebeouf and got his autograph ! No photos are allowed because it's a live movie set. But dh told me (he called me on his cell), that dd is sitting in a chair just feet away from the filming. Way too excited. DD, ds and myself could not go because we had to work tonight. But dh told me that my dd is totally giddy and red-in-the-face from meeting Shia. He told me she's very shell-shocked. My dh is actually working and helping out a little on the set (he works in the shooting location---which is the Univ of Penn).

How fun for your daughter!!! I was a bit younger than your DD when I met Michael Landon (grew up in MN 35 miles from Walnut Creek and Little house was one of my favorite shows at the time)....I wanted my Dad to go take a pic of him but he told me I'd have to....so, gathered up my courage, walked over to him and asked. He was terrific about it and I still have the pic! Funny thing is that Shia Lebeaouf keeps popping up wherever I look - I just learned we share a BD and then on my BD we went and saw Indiana Jones - I didn't know he was in it. I bet your daughter is on ! Sorry about the continued

 

[blossomz]

Oh well I have to say congrats as well! That is really exciting!

My heart goes out to the people in the midwest as well...

Good Morning Groupies! Back on topic...A week from today...right now at 9:30 AM we'll be taking off to our beloved lodge! I can't believe it!

 

[MiaSRN62]

I was a bit younger than your DD when I met Michael Landon (grew up in MN 35 miles from Walnut Creek and Little house was one of my favorite shows at the time)....I wanted my Dad to go take a pic of him but he told me I'd have to....so, gathered up my courage, walked over to him and asked. He was terrific about it and I still have the pic! Funny thing is that Shia Lebeaouf keeps popping up wherever I look - I just learned we share a BD and then on my BD we went and saw Indiana Jones - I didn't know he was in it. I bet your daughter is on

Oh she is ! She got home with dh at 4 am and went to sleep with the picture of Shia he had autographed for her ! Photographs were strictly prohibited on the set unfortunately. His bday is 6/11 (DH had seen him that day and wished him a happy birthday and he replied, "thanks man !"). DD b-day was 6/12. I am sorry I am continuing the

But hey....I LOVE the VWL/WL !
And I have a question about VWL. Do u think the housekeepers will let dh peak into a 2 bedroom villa that is vacant if we get there around the time people would be checking out ? We are still trying to decide VWL or AKV for an add-on (I want VWL and he wants the other---because of the extra years and several other things). And dh hasn't seen anything larger than a studio since we toured in 7 years ago. He just wants to get a fair comparison. Just wondering if anyone has been allowed to do this.

 

[eliza61]

The front desk actually let me peak 2 years ago. I didn't ask the mousekeepers because I thought that might put them in an uncomfortable postition. (not sure if they are supposed to let guess into rooms) I was in a 1 bedroom and just asked could I see a 2 bedroom before I left. I was planning a mini family reunion and was trying to see a 2 bedroom and a grand villa.

Also if you've go a free moment try asking one of the dvc guides in the lodge, they might not be as busy as the front desk. They may be able to let you look at a 2 bedroom some where on site.

Congrats on your DD's graduation, is she going to continue onto college? I bet it was emotional, I got weepy at the kids kindergarten graduation

have a great holiday, Maria. I'm living vicarously through you now

 

[MiaSRN62]

I was in a 1 bedroom and just asked could I see a 2 bedroom before I left. I was planning a mini family reunion and was trying to see a 2 bedroom and a grand villa.

Thanks eliza....dh specifically wants to see a 2 bedroom at VWL. But the extra years is selling him on AKV (and I am sad about that ! ).

Yes....dd is leaving in 8 weeks for FL Tech. Very emotional stuff going on here......I must keep it together ! We are planning a week in WDW just before moving her in to the dorm.

 

[MiaSRN62]

right now at 9:30 AM we'll be taking off to our beloved lodge! I can't believe it!

You are so lucky blossomz ! How long are you staying ? Are you at the main Lodge or the Villas ?

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Happy to hear that you are safe and sound DLI. It sure is a shame about those boy scouts. My prayers go out to everyone affected by this crazy weather.

Rob

Thanks Rob! The stories coming out of there are all so positive as far as the character of the scouts. True heroes. Now some of them are setting up funds for the injured and to raise money for storm shelters. What great kids.

Oh well I have to say congrats as well! That is really exciting!

My heart goes out to the people in the midwest as well...

Good Morning Groupies! Back on topic...A week from today...right now at 9:30 AM we'll be taking off to our beloved lodge! I can't believe it!

Blossomz I know I was just there but I am oh so jealous!!!!

Boy Maria you have been so busy! That is really cool for your DD!

Happy Father's day to all Groupie Dads!!!

 

[blossomz]

Hi guys..

I think it was last year, but mousekeepers allowed us a peak into the 2 BR around the rotunda. I was curious because one of them told me they were laid out differently. No one was there so she let me peak!

We are staying in the Villas..in a 2 BR this time and I did request to be around the rotunda! We'll see what happens! After we spend a week there..we're moving over to AKV for a couple of nights to commune with the animals!

VWL is still my first love, but I do like AKV as a 2nd! So IMO this is the perfect way to do both!

I was so excited today that I went to Michael's and bought cloth like stickers (really for scrapbooking) that say Disney to put on my luggage! My luggage is red and black and so are the stickers! Hopefully they'll stay stuck to help me better ID my suitcases as they whirl around!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

That is really cool for your DD!

Happy Father's day to all Groupie Dads!!!

Thanks Disney Lovin Iowan
A happy Dad's Day to everyone from me as well !

I think it was last year, but mousekeepers allowed us a peak into the 2 BR around the rotunda. I was curious because one of them told me they were laid out differently. No one was there so she let me peak!

Ok blossomz......you got me on this one ? What/where is the rotunda ? My curiosity is peaked.

 

[blossomz]

That's what I call the rooms around the open round area..that overlooks the lobby! I think it's better known as the atrium!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Oh ! Ok...got ya. Thanks

 

[cheer4bison]

That's what I call the rooms around the open round area..that overlooks the lobby! I think it's better known as the atrium!!

Oh, I'm so glad you brought this up Blossomz. I've long wondered how those 2BR atrium rooms differ from the traditional shaped 2BR rooms. Details! We want details! Did you like them? Do they have more windows/less closets... Give us the scoop, please!

 

[blossomz]

I thought they were great! There were more turns and cozy places! I think there was a little less space in the 2nd bedroom as far as places to put stuff, but I really like the layout! I can't remember much more..it was awhile ago and it was a very brief visit! I'm hoping we get one this time...I'll take photos and post if we do!

 

[50 years Too!]

I've stayed in a 5th floor atrium area one bedroom.
It was wonderful! All the extra windows really made the living area seem bright and majestic. The couch is under the kitchen nook, with the table to the side.
I liked the configuration of that layout a lot. (Even with the ugly couch, Muushka).
The only negative was less closet space, but not a problem in my opinion.
I'd choose that layout again everytime if it was available.

Happy Father's Day to all our Moose Dads!

Deb

 

[blossomz]

Good Morning and a Happy Fathers Day to all of you Dad groupies!!

 

[Muushka]

Yes, to all of our Groupie Dads:

Happy Father's Day!​

I went to a wedding yesterday that involved a man and a woman who had married when they were 18, got divorced and back together again 30 years later!

blossomz, have fun packing for your upcoming trip!

DLI, I hope that everything is all right. I read on Drudge all that is happening.

 

[Granny]

As one of the Groupies who is a Dad, thanks to all who have been extending the Father's Day wishes. I've got a lot of yardwork to do and then plan on settling in to watch the final round of this great US Open golf tournament.

I see that Good Ol Gal, blossomz and Bobbi are next up on the WDW trip list, all of who will be staying at VWL!! I'm sure the excitement level is up there...and it really doesn't matter if it's the first time there or the 10th time, does it? Just a great feeling of returning home.


I noticed that we are very thin with the number of Groupies heading to WDW in July. Sounds like we are not only a great group of people but also smart! Oh well, Nutzy, Corinne and my group will perservere and hold the Groupie flag high!!

To all the other Dads out there...and those others who have contact and influence over our youth....have a great Father's Day!!!

 

[blossomz]

I see that Good Ol Gal, blossomz and Bobbi are next up on the WDW trip list, all of who will be staying at VWL!! I'm sure the excitement level is up there...and it really doesn't matter if it's the first time there or the 10th time, does it? Just a great feeling of returning home.

Yeah...hey Good Ol Gal and Bobbi...we need to keep an eye out for each other...I think I'll go over to the local card and gift and see if they have a moose to wear!