Disney just posted the first % for the 6.5K and it was 70%
Better hurry because it was even listed last week when they posted the 13K at 50%!
Robert, Dude, Disney's man with the plan. Got a question for you. Who would we approach about having a WISH Team day at WDW. This day a wish shirt would work as a fast pass for any of the rides and shows. We are loyal Disney lovers and promote the World to all.
Dave
I would figure someone at group sales at WDW. They could steer you in the right direction
We'd be walking of course!
OH NO! I have to make a decision. My daughter is 7- she says she wants to do the 6.5k with me. I've ordered her a WISH shirt and everything, but she seems to be way more focused on the shirt, the accessories, the medal, the ride, etc... Haven't heard much about the actual race!
DH totally doesn't want to go. I'd almost resolved myself to not going- after all I did the Minnie and will be going Goofy, but now I've got DD totally obsessed with it. So, my mom has volunteered to come and watch the baby (who will probably be passed out by the time the race starts anyway- not too hard a job!)
How's this sound as an argument for going-- DD tried really hard to eat healthy and exercise this summer. She should get this as a reward for all her hard work. Certainly a race is positive reinforcement for being healthy!
If I can keep a straight face, I might be able to pull this off.
Maybe I should just sign us both up with the understanding that I may be throwing the fees away...
Jen in GA
Oh, and a WISH day would be fabulous!
Hope your DH changes his mind.
Heck, I could almost carry him in the race, but he's not so good at night.
Hmmm.. so my excuse gets better. Robert and Leana and countless other WISHers fly across the country to go to all these events, but since we are within easy driving distance, I'm actually saving us money...
Yes, DH is walking a bunch now. It's the pesky 1 year old I'm worried about. I almost invited my MIL to babysit, but then came to my senses.
DH is the type who will waffle until the last minute so I am scrambling to get a hotel room and dining. You know, decide late August to go Labor Day? That kind of thing. There's the problem with not having to worry about airfare!
I think I'll just register and pay the $80 for me and DD and then decide the details later. Maybe I'll look into booking a moderate or AllStar.
I'm thinking this is probably not the place to go for the "cons"- we're just a bunch of Disney running enablers!
Jen in GA
Jen we are definitely not to be trusted to come up with the CONS for Disney races LOL Sometimes there are some members who if you catch them at the right moment you might get a more realistic input. Like Robert he tends to be a voice of reason. Erica perhaps but not Dave (*wink wink j/k Dave). Your more likely to find enablers here. Don't come here and ask if you really should buy that pair of $130 running shoes because we'll all be like 'of course, it's like eating your need shoes to run right?" not a peep will be that the $50 ones work just as well LMBO (guilty member of spending more on running shoes/apparel then on her work clothes)
I think it's a great idea to reward your DD with the 6.5K. Has she done the kids or 5K races Minnie's weekend or will she be doing them during the coming Marathon Weekend? I really think it's a great idea and what a wonderful way to start. It's something fun for her to work towards. She gets to RUN at Disney! Yeah I know kids run thru the parks everyday but really it's a real live Disney Race with a medal at the end. How kewl is that for a kid? I WISH I had been going as a kid and they had done this waay back then.
I hope we get to see you all there in October. Happy training to your entire family!!!! What a great way to spend time and work together towards the same finish line. I love it!!!!
Yea, I know "I ain't right".
Dave
It's like saying the sun rises in the East and sets in the West
