DVC Jen
Wigs out even the biggest circus freaks.
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- Jan 11, 2004
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We just got home yesterday after spending 11 amazing days and nights at the lodge.
I noticed some changes in the music, but alot of my favorites are still there as well. So it isn't a TOTAL change.
We were able to do flag family on the 14th (our last day) and were lucky enough to once again have Stan. It made my day -if not my entire trip. He is so incredibly special.
I have to share my absolute favorite moment at the lodge this year. We once again had our favorite studio - with a nice pool and woods view (4531). I was sitting out on the balcony reading and relaxing early one evening when I happened to look down into the woods and saw a family of about 5 deer just walking around. I was amazed and sat there watching them for about 10 - 15 minutes before they walked away. I wish I would have had my camera right there with me. I thought about going to get it - but knew just me getting up would probably be enough to scare them away and I was not about to miss out on the magic of watching them.
We have a fantastic stay. The weather was really nice for June. I was torn between wishing for rain because of their drought and praying it wouldn't rain on our vacation.
This was the first time we had been there since Roaring Forks had been redone. I liked the changes, but wish they had a bit more selection. For people with shorter stays I am sure it wouldn't be an issue. We had the dining plan and ate quite a few counter service meals at RF. I have recently lost 50 pounds and was trying to not gain very much on this trip, so I was avoiding the chicken strips, pizza and burgers like the plague. Got kinda tired of the 2 salad choices. The tuna was good. The roast beef sandwich was awesome - but I just wish they had a few more selections.
Our room was in great shape. Everything was clean. We did notice a bit of normal wear and tear on the couch. Nothing major just some fraying on the arms.
I was a bit disappointed with the upkeep of the villas pool. I noticed some not so lovely green algae growing on a few places that looked like some repair work had been done. Almost like they had caulked it??? Well that area was very very green. Not a hard thing to control - some simple brushing would take care of it. That was the only thing I noticed and it really is small.
We used Sturdy Branches for the first time this year and really enjoyed it. The CMs there were so nice.
Our first day we had one "gentleman" get rather rude with us while standing in line for Pirates. I am not sure what his problem was - but I was not about to let his issues bother me. I actually felt sorry for him - there he was in the most magical place on earth and he clearly was NOT feeling the magic.
Other than that - we had a wonderful time. It is nice to be home - but I am so missing the serenity of the lodge.
I noticed some changes in the music, but alot of my favorites are still there as well. So it isn't a TOTAL change.
We were able to do flag family on the 14th (our last day) and were lucky enough to once again have Stan. It made my day -if not my entire trip. He is so incredibly special.
I have to share my absolute favorite moment at the lodge this year. We once again had our favorite studio - with a nice pool and woods view (4531). I was sitting out on the balcony reading and relaxing early one evening when I happened to look down into the woods and saw a family of about 5 deer just walking around. I was amazed and sat there watching them for about 10 - 15 minutes before they walked away. I wish I would have had my camera right there with me. I thought about going to get it - but knew just me getting up would probably be enough to scare them away and I was not about to miss out on the magic of watching them.
We have a fantastic stay. The weather was really nice for June. I was torn between wishing for rain because of their drought and praying it wouldn't rain on our vacation.
This was the first time we had been there since Roaring Forks had been redone. I liked the changes, but wish they had a bit more selection. For people with shorter stays I am sure it wouldn't be an issue. We had the dining plan and ate quite a few counter service meals at RF. I have recently lost 50 pounds and was trying to not gain very much on this trip, so I was avoiding the chicken strips, pizza and burgers like the plague. Got kinda tired of the 2 salad choices. The tuna was good. The roast beef sandwich was awesome - but I just wish they had a few more selections.
Our room was in great shape. Everything was clean. We did notice a bit of normal wear and tear on the couch. Nothing major just some fraying on the arms.
I was a bit disappointed with the upkeep of the villas pool. I noticed some not so lovely green algae growing on a few places that looked like some repair work had been done. Almost like they had caulked it??? Well that area was very very green. Not a hard thing to control - some simple brushing would take care of it. That was the only thing I noticed and it really is small.
We used Sturdy Branches for the first time this year and really enjoyed it. The CMs there were so nice.
Our first day we had one "gentleman" get rather rude with us while standing in line for Pirates. I am not sure what his problem was - but I was not about to let his issues bother me. I actually felt sorry for him - there he was in the most magical place on earth and he clearly was NOT feeling the magic.
Other than that - we had a wonderful time. It is nice to be home - but I am so missing the serenity of the lodge.
I think that would have put me over the top and I would have hunted someone down for a "chat". 
Thank you!!!
