Ty-bugs MAW pre-trip to ride Jaws and go to Disney! July 10-16 2010

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I actually live quite close to the Opryland Hotel and Opry Mills Mall. We left on that Sunday night at 9:30 pm (me two big dogs and my 16 yr old son) with nothing but the clotehes on our back because the water was rising so QUICKLY...we spent the night in my office...did not know of any where we could go that would take the big dogs like ours...when I saw pictures of Opryland Hotel Monday afternoon, I almost got physically sick...I was not very hopeful that we would escape the water. We went back to the house about 7:30 Monday evening to find that we were extremely blessed...our house stayed dry. (We are litereally 5 houses away from major flooding! ) Things will not be back to normal in the area for quite a while. I am not a TN native, so I am not real sure where Monterey is...I will have to ask...It is a beautiful state though!

Lynn

Oh my goodness. Bless your hearts! I can understand taking your dogs with you to your office. I often wonder if something happens what will happen with my Ratties. I always try to take them with me when I know there is going to be bad weather. One time my cousin took her pugs into walmart during a really bad storm and they told her she was welcome to. What a Blessing to be able to return home to a dry house. Monterey I believe is near Cookeville if that helps? lol I know that is a small place.

Yes it is a very pretty state. We go to Gatlinburg quite a bit. As well as Cookeville. I love it down there.

 

[cajunfan]

I know where Cookeville is! My puppies are my babies...just ask my son...he swears I love the dogs more than him...I always say that I do because they do not talk back as much!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I know where Cookeville is! My puppies are my babies...just ask my son...he swears I love the dogs more than him...I always say that I do because they do not talk back as much!

My cousin is the same way. Me too! I love my Ratties. Have you ever gone to the "Bark in the Park in cookeville"? We will make it to it eventually lol. We have been trying to get there if nothing comes up lol.

 

[xanphylus]

I love Ty's Goofy shirt!! If I ever figure out how to operate my sewing machine- that is my goal, to make a bowling shirt. I love them!!

Love your Big Gives!

 

[eyor44]

They also each recieved a postcard from Disney World. Ty's has all of the gang on it and was signed by Donald and Goofy And Sierra's has Mickey and Minnie Mouse and was signed by Minnie That was a pleasant surpise. Thank you to the Fairy God Mailer

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

So cute! Ellen made the same style top for Carmella...just adorable!! I love the Goofy shirt! I wish John would wear something like that, but he's all t-shirts and gym shorts!

It is so light and perfect for warm weather. Ty loves his tshirts and shorts too. But he usually doesn't mind to stray away. As long as I button the shirts

Love the Big Give stuff, especially the cool Goofy shirt

I love Goofy's expression. Ty puts his hand up and leans on it all the time!

I love Ty's Goofy shirt!! If I ever figure out how to operate my sewing machine- that is my goal, to make a bowling shirt. I love them!!

Love your Big Gives!

I have a sewing machine sitting in the corner of the livingroom collecting dust. I have no idea how to use it. I did manage to make Ty some gtube cozies but everytime I did anything the bobbin thread would break. I gave up. I am not a sewing person. I think I just had some wishful thinking

I received another phone call from Ty's teacher yesterday. This one was telling me how proud she is of him. They had a new student and Ty has never seen him before. When it was time for Ty to say his name and things he likes etc he spoke right up and he even made eye contact! She also said he was chattering away during class when he was spoken too. I am just on with the progress he is making socially.

I had to fill out these cards for Weakly Reader for his school.He took them in yesterday and those who brought them back was allowed to pick out a small rubber duck. He picked out the one with a green hat and camafloug on it. It happened to be a prize duck. He got to keep it and recieved one of those rubber bracelets. I cannot count the hugs I got yesterday and this morning from him telling me thank you. He loves that little duck. It just tickles me when he does things like this.

 

[pacrosby]

YAY..................I'm all caught up with YOU now too!!!! You've certainly been a chatty Patty haven't you???

So happy to hear that you all have been chosen for the Big Give!!! Makes it all that much more "real" I bet huh? Keep those px coming.............I love seeing all the goods (and the smiling faces)

It was nice of Ty's teacher to let you in on his recent accomplishments. I'm sure she knew how much it would mean to you. The little things often warm the heart the most don't they????

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

YAY..................I'm all caught up with YOU now too!!!! You've certainly been a chatty Patty haven't you???

LOL!!! I have haven't I!! I had to so I didnt feel so lonely with everyone being gone to Disney (and going soon)

So happy to hear that you all have been chosen for the Big Give!!! Makes it all that much more "real" I bet huh? Keep those px coming.............I love seeing all the goods (and the smiling faces)

Thank you It sure does. I can't even begin to tell you how many smiles I have seen from Ty with these Big Gives!

It was nice of Ty's teacher to let you in on his recent accomplishments. I'm sure she knew how much it would mean to you. The little things often warm the heart the most don't they????

They sure do. I am looking for something very special for her end of the year gift. I got to let my "guard" down a little bit this year thanks to her.

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Oh and guess what!

LESS THAN TWO MONTHS!!

 

[Canyon girl]

Lol he has your newspaper in his room I saw it in there tonight. It is the little things with that boy I tell ya.

That is too funny!!! I find that it is the little things with my kids, too! You are on the less than 60 day countdown! Have a GREAT time! Take the time for the "little" things on the trip, too!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I can't believe it! I have soo much to do too We have a day by day schedule but we will throw it out the door if needed. Although I am getting ready to redo it b/c we have a tentative flight. But once I get confirmation then I will work on it again. Should be next week

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Ty and Sierra recieved another BIG GIVE package today

It was from Wendy (Dis name billwendy) Thank you!!

The kids loved the Mickey Mouse paper you wrapped them in. Soo cute!
They each recieved a pillowcase. Sierra's is Tinkerbell and Ty's is Mickey Mouse. Sierra's has her name embroidered in multicolor thread and Ty's is Blue. I absolutely LOVE these pillowcases. They are a very soft flannel and oh so cozy! They wanted to take them with them to my sil's house tonight (more on that in a minute) But I said nope they get packed away in with our other pixie dust for the trip.

Here are some pictures I took. This is right before Ty fell asleep for 2hours on the couch. He wasn't feeling great. He went on a field trip today and he was plumb worn out. And I think he is coming down with something (again more on that in a bit)

And here are some close ups

To be continued....

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I am not sure what is up with my photobucket account but it is acting very wierd.

So today my sil and niece came over. I had gone in the house for a minute and came back out to find my sil and hubby hugging and crying. We talked and talked and talked and cried and cried and cried. Sierra came home and my niece ran up to her and they hugged forever. Then Ty came home and they unwrapped their BIG GIVE gifts. Ty had woken up this morning not feeling great. Sore throat and a slight cough. But he insisted on going to school on his field trip so I said ok. His teacher actually called to tell me how good he did. After they unwrapped their pillowcases Ty was out for a nap for about 2 hours. My bil and nephew came over a little later while Ty was asleep then he woke up and we all went out to eat at a local restaurant and he seemed ok. Then on our way out they all started begging to stay all night with my sil (her kids wanted my kids to stay with them) Um what? Ty has only stayed with my sister a handful of times and my mom 3 times and they just live around the corner.My sil lives in the country! Well what can I say? He wanted to stay with someone his own age (my nephew) so how could I say no? So I gave sil and crash corse in his meds, his pump and feeds, cathing and she is already familiar with siezures and knows how to use the rescue med. He knows pretty much how to do it all so he can tell her. She knows about his swallowing disorder and what to expect and is brushed up on her CPR and Heimlich. She is certified so that's good.Welcome to my world!! lol So now I sit here wondering if I made the right decision. Dh said he didnt think Ty looked good at the restaurant and Ty will keep on going and not tell her then have problems later on from exhaustion.

Why is it so hard to let them be "normal"? So hopefully he will be ok and hopefully he isnt coming down with anything. Sil will take good care of him she will call me if she notices anything but he has NEVER ever been this far away from me and dh. I actually feel a little lost tonight. Scared, nervous and happy all at the same time. But still hoping I made the right decision.
It's going to be a long night. But they will be here bright and early in the morning. And Sierra is with him too.

 

[cajunfan]

Well, how did it go?

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

It went great! He fell asleep shortly after they got there and slept till she woke them up to come home. And I got some sleep too.

We had a great visit yesterday with everyone. And after at least 4 year of trying to find a decent used treadmill I found one as well as an excersize bike So I think I have a little over a month and a half to go strong and get my legs ready for all the walking we will do.

Sil told me about a restaurant at MK in the Pirates of the Carribean area. I am going to check it out today. We couldnt figure out the name of it though so I have some digging to do unless someone knows the name She said it has lanterns in it and you can watch the boats go by. That sounds like something Ty might like to do.

 

[Canyon girl]

Tonya,

There is a restaurant like that at DLR called Blue Bayou. I don't remember one at MK. At MK, you can eat at Pinocchio Village Haus and see part of It's a Small World. Also, in Epcot, you can eat at San Angel Inn and watch part of the Mexico ride (name escapes me). Village Haus is counter service. San Angel is table service, so you might need an ADR.

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I will have to ask her again. I couldnt find anything so I am also thinking she is confusing it with DLR. But dh thought she said they ate there in 08.

 

[cajunfan]

Definitely not one at WDW...Previous poster is correct about Pinocchio's Village Haus and being able to see the Small World Boasts launch (it is upstairs if I am not mistaken...never actually did this one) And the Mexico pavillion at Epcot.

Glad everyone was able to get some sleep!

Lynn

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Thank you both. I will have to look them up. The Small World seems like it would be pretty neat. We have never been to the Pavillions at Epcot. We have walked by them but never went in

Tomorrow is the day! Ty has his botox and cystoscopy. Dh is very nervous and this is very unlike him. It is because he knows this is our last hope to keep from the augmentation surgery. If you could please spare a prayer for Ty tomarrow morning.