~~ They're leaving the nest, sew it's time for a trip - or two - or three...~~ D~'s bag ~9/22 ~~

[Chicago Mo]

this is me

 

[IowaTater]

This will probably be the only chance I get to post today so I just want to wish you guys safe & happy travels! I can't wait to read your TR!

 

[NJlauren]

We are in to hours for the count down!

I love when you talk about your relationship with your girls and Disney. It reminds me a lot of the relationship I had with my mom and I hope to have with my DD when she gets older.

Have a safe a fabulous trip can't wait to read all about it.

 

[sunnysideup3]

Have a great day of prep and safe flight! Can't wait to hear where you are staying!!

 

[Wood Nymph]

As much as I am soooo excited to go - I nearly break down in tears every time I think about leaving the girls behind... That part will be so hard for me - as this is OUR happy place, not just MY happy place... The only soothing part to all of this, is that I will be back with each of them in the next year... And I get to see Suzi, Mo and many others during this trip.

This is your vacation and you earned it. Even your daughters know that you deserve to take this trip. I bet that they want you to be happy. And they each get you all to themselves on their trips. that makes it worth it for them.

 

[gopherdame]

I think November is my favorite time to go with all the Christmas decorations and great weather. We went for 2 weeks in 2013 and we only had one rainy day and one cool and windy day. We usually go during the winter months, but that was a special 40th anniversary trip. We are going for 4 weeks in Feb-Mar and I really can't wait. All our kids are coming down at various times but we're only doing Disney with my daughter's family. My boys want to do Universal and we haven't been there in 5 years so I'm anxious to see all the Harry Potter stuff. Have a great trip!

 

[ljcrochet]

Thank you... I feel like I have put on a bunch of size since even that photo was taken... I've been so careful about what I eat, but for some reason - I am getting bigger/more bloated, and I don't understand it? After I get back from Disney - I am really doing to crunch my numbers and try to figure out what is going on. It's very frustrating to me.

bloating is from something you are eating that you didn't used to eat. I think i shared my daughters picture from last september to april with you. We think it is dairy especially milk that gives her a big bloated belly. She stopped drinking milk, and using it in her cereal and her belly is gone.

 

[ljcrochet]

have a great trip

 

[Born 2B a Princess]

The quilt is lovely! The lime green and purple -- is that a textured fabric, or did you sew it like that? It's amazing! I've never seen that before and I love it. Such a fun color combination.

Have fun on your trip!

 

[DMGeurts]

Live update

I am checked in for my flight in the morning... I received the coveted TSA precheck... I also paid my baggage fees for my flight down... No baggage fees on the way home because I am flying SW.

Luggage is officially weighed... 45 lbs... Let's pray my scale is accurate.

It's downstairs and nothing else will be added to my checked bag before I leave.

D~

 

[cajunfan]

Have a MAGICAL trip!

 

[kittylady1972]

O M G I haven't been around in a while and now you are OFF! Have a great time and I'm gonna try to remember to check in here for your live updates! SOOO exciting! My sister-in-law's family (her sister and her parents) are actually down there right now with her sister's 3 little girls and they posted photos yesterday from HS and I was so jealous! Have fun!

 

[FantasiaMagic]

I did have a good last run - I am debating on sneaking out for a short run this morning, rather than working out? I have not decided yet.

Thats good! Well enjoy whatever you decide to do!

Thanks! I cannot wait to get my nails done. I used to get them done faithfully all of the time, but I've stopped doing it, in an effort to save funds for all of these trips... So, to be honest - I am probably more excited than necessary to get them done. I will share pictures this afternoon.

OOhh yes, I'll be looking out for pictures!
YAY!!!! You only have 1 day to go!!!! D I am so excited for you!!! I wish you a safe, wonderful and of course a magical trip. I'll be sure to read any updates you have!
Sending all prayers and pixie dust your way!

 

[jandlinz]

So exciting! Have so much fun!

 

[Tinkercc]

HAVE FUN!!!! SAFE TRAVELS!!

 

[dreamit]

Hurrah for luggage being underweight!
The quilt is beautiful. I just love quilts! My children's handmade quilts are priceless to me--they just seem to carry love in them. I stole an idea I read in a newspaper article a few years ago--I'm saving different articles of clothing, blankets, etc. that have meaning to my daughter (sports uniforms, school uniform, race t-shirts, professional sports hankies, loved baby blanket...), and I'm going to have a quilt made for her high school graduation using this material. Doesn't that sound like a cool idea? I hope she'll appreciate it.
Well, if you're only averaging one TS a day, I do still think you'll be okay at $50/day, but maybe will need additional cash for tips? I'd love to do a trip someday when I'm ONLY eating snacks!
I detest the MOA except for the convenience of having access to some of the stores when needed. When we were there this past weekend, even my 9 yo daughter commented on the ridiculousness of the behavior (and dress) of some of the teenagers and parents that were there--that's why I detest... I was out there to check sizes on LL Bean boots that I'm ordering for xmas presents and my daughter had saved enough money to buy another AG doll.
Safe travels!

 

[Sweetly]

Just stopping in to say SAFE TRAVELS!!!! YAY, the luggage is under weight. Nope it's the same when you return.
Can't wait to find out where you are staying and for the updates while you are away.

The quilt is beautiful!!

 

[FantasiaMagic]

I just realized you had done a live update this morning!

Live update

I am checked in for my flight in the morning... I received the coveted TSA precheck... I also paid my baggage fees for my flight down... No baggage fees on the way home because I am flying SW.

Luggage is officially weighed... 45 lbs... Let's pray my scale is accurate.

It's downstairs and nothing else will be added to my checked bag before I leave.

Congrats on getting Pre-Check! I love when that happens!! Good for you for being done packing so early! And I love your luggage - so cute!

Again, have a WONDERFUL trip!

 

[DMGeurts]

Live update...

Nails are done! Absolutely love that I switched the colors around this time. Still totally Disney, yet unique and bold.

D~

 

[Terkina]

Sounds like you are going to have a hectic day today.
The quilt looks great

Getting up at 2 am sounds awful. I hope it goes ok and that you can get some sleep on the plane. Have a great trip and a lot of fun

I went down town again today to see if the coordinates I got yesterday was any good. As I suspected they weren't good. So I spent 30 minutes figuring out some new coordinates that would be better. The weather was better today so it wasn't that bad using 30 minutes to figure out what coordinates I should try the next time. Hopefully I only need to go down town to get the coordinates one last time.