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

[cantwaittoseemickey]

We had a great Easter. It was sunny and warm. Im just wondering where the warmth went all of a sudden

Here's an Easter pic

Sierra loves to do sculpting. She constantly has clay in her hands. These are a few of my favorites.

My little dude having another rough day today.

 

[kellyw8863]

I'm sorry Ty is having a rough time.

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

So I thought I would also do a little trip report on my pretrip report. I found some of the pictures but the picture fairy did something with the rest of them

So welcome to my practice trip reportOur 2008 trip


We started off by driving to the Indianapolis Airport which is a few hours away from us. We decided to drive up the night before and stay in a hotel at the airport just to make it that much more fun. Our plane took off early the next morning. We got to the hotel pretty early so the kids could go swimming and we could watch the planes come in and land. Our room had a perfect view of the planes and we stood in the window for quite a while after the kids were done swimming

The next day we headed to the airport and checked our luggage and did the security thing. Somehow me and Ty were seperated from Tim and Sierra and he had Ty's pump, his cpap machine and Sierra with him. I had Ty in his wheelchair, the carryon backpack and a bag with his medical supplies in it. Everything went well except they didn't want to let me bring on Ty's pediasure cans and pedialyte.So after a bit of discussion the lady said ok only when she zipped one of my bags she zipped the zipper right off. It broke So then we had to fill out a report and that took about a half hour for a bag that wasn't really replaceable since I got it in Chicago at Childrens Memorial when he was up there And the worst part is I was left to do the disney thing with a bag without a zipper on it But it worked out I just left that one in the room.I was so happy to land since it was a bit of a bumpy ride and the well me being the chicken that I am

When we arrived at All Star Movies they told us our room was finished and we headed up. When we opened the door there were towels on the floor and it looked like it hadn't been cleanedSo we contacted the front desk and they sent up some house keepers who took a while to decide what to do all the while we were hungry and warn out. So finally after a manager got involved we were given a room just down the hall and it was a corner room It was just a wee bit bigger then the regular room and the way it was situated was better for Ty's wheelchair.

Shortly after we dumped our things off we went to catch the bus to DD. We got in line behind some women and one was on an ECV. It was very hot outside that day. Apparently the lady that was with the group had been in already to complain that they had been waiting for 45mins for a bus but they just kept going by. Well little did we know what was going on. So when we were there for 45mns ourselves I started getting a little annoyed so I went to the cm at the desk and she said it would be here soon. Well I kid you not there were a ton of buses roll up and board but NONE had room for any of the ecv's or wheelchairs. The next time me and the lady went in and we both complained and the CM told us there was nothing she could do about it So then I went out again and we had waited for close to two hours and Ty was pretty much melted tired and DONE but finally a bus rolls up that we could get on. So we arrived and got some yummy McDonalds and took a few pics but I couldnt get them to turn out when I tried to take a pic of those pics.

Just had to get a pic of the broom guy

Next up Epcot...

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Ok now onto Epcot

This was our second day but first day in a park. We headed for Soarin and we all loved it. That is high on our list this time. After Soarin we headed to the Bill Nye and Ellen Dinasour ride. Now that one is NOT one of my favorites. So we were in the last car and all I could do is look behind me thinking about what would be following us Ty was none to happy either and when that big Dinsour looks over the car me and Sierra just happened to jump at the same time knocking our heads into each other.


After that we went to Turtle Talk with Crush. DUUUUDDDEEEEEE Yes I said that for the next month after our vacation lol. That was the cutest show. We enjoyed that alot. It was a nice break too.

We did alot of walking around. Then we rode Honey I shrunk the Audience and well lets just say Ty did NOT like that at all.

We went to get in line for Test Track and the line was long. We waited for quite a while. When we went to approach the CM about where to go with his wheelchair the cm asked us for a gac I really hadn't even thought about one since I really wasn't sure what it was but none the less we waited in the regular line and Ty had so many melt downs I was ready to call it a night. But we kept on and finally made it to the ride. All was well until just before it was over the ride stopped But after just a bit it started back up again and when we arrived the cm asked if we wanted to go again I hurriedly said NOOO and the guy that was riding with us along with my hubby and the kids all yelled simutaneously YESSSSSS so off we went again.

Then we rode Mission space the lite version. That is one I will skip this time

We rode a few others but I can't really remember too much else We sat and watched Illuminations in between the rain. We could see lightening off to a distance. It was wierd because the lightening was all up in the clouds. Really neat. Illuminations was awsome! We really liked it but it was one of those things where we learned to bring headphones to.

Here are some other pics ok well I have resized these 3 times now and they say they are medium but theres no way lol

NEXT UP... Magic Kingdom????? Maybe Maybe not...

 

[yinyanggirls]

Another flashback! Yay! I love how every kid has to climb into that shark.

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Another flashback! Yay! I love how every kid has to climb into that shark.

Lol there is something about appearing to be eaten by a shark with a big smile on its face

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

3 MONTHS TODAY!!!!!!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I'm sorry Ty is having a rough time.

Thank you Kelly. How is Ali doing? I hope she is doing good and ready for her big trip!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Our 2008 trip Day 3

We get up to go to MK board the bus raring to go. Walk through the gates and OH NO. Momma doesn't feel so well The nerves from the plane ride catch up to me so we have to leave. But knowing we had bought one day tickets to Epcot and MK I had to do something or we wouldnt be able to go back to MK!! I couldn't let that happen Knowing that this probably wouldn't work I thought I would at least try. So I marched myself up to the guest services building and pleaded my case. Explained what had happened that I was feeling ill. (I knew we wouldnt be back that day because my stomache conditon usually lands me in bed for the day) and the very nice CM told me that they don't usually do this at all but they gave us another ticketOh I was so greatful. She also had to "escort" us past the turnstiles as well to make sure we didn't come back in. She was awsome about it and actually talked to us all the way out.

So back on the bus and to the resort we went.I went to bed and dh took the kids swimming.Thank goodness for the pool! Later on I was able to get up and do a little laundry and that night we were able to go to the resort restaurant and eat a little. So it wasn't a total loss. I mean being in Disney even just at the resort is such an experience in and of its self. Just that Disney Magic I guess

Next up..Day 4 WHAT IS THAT LOUD NOISE MOM!!!

 

[kdzbear]

I am caught up again. I was so confused! One post said 3 months to go and the next one said day 3. I realize now that you are recapping a previous trip! I am back on board!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

I am caught up again. I was so confused! One post said 3 months to go and the next one said day 3. I realize now that you are recapping a previous trip! I am back on board!

I was afraid of that. I should make sure to put 2008 trip Welcome back!

 

[kellyw8863]

Thank you Kelly. How is Ali doing? I hope she is doing good and ready for her big trip!

She's doing okay. We're still seeing a lot of fatigue and in general "offness." I'm beginning to think that maybe it's allergy related and have started her on Claritin. My allergies are a mess, so I imagine it's a distinct possibility. I'm enjoying reading about your past trip!

 

[wish_upon_a_star35]

Three months will go by so fast! Just wanted to say that you have an adorable family! Your son's wish trip will be awesome!!!

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

She's doing okay. We're still seeing a lot of fatigue and in general "offness." I'm beginning to think that maybe it's allergy related and have started her on Claritin. My allergies are a mess, so I imagine it's a distinct possibility. I'm enjoying reading about your past trip!

Allergies are awful here too. Tim and Sierra have both had a harder time far this year. I hope the Claritin helps.

Three months will go by so fast! Just wanted to say that you have an adorable family! Your son's wish trip will be awesome!!!

In a way I want it to hurry up and get here. But yet I don't want it to rush because it is something we have to look forward to and talk about and having fun imagining. But we definately wont argue if it hurries up

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Day 4 WHAT's THAT NOISE MOM!!

We slept in just a tad bit this morning. And didn't arrive at MK till after 11am. Probably not a great idea and you will find out why later.But Ty was all smiles and ready to go.

He is begging for something here. I have no idea what though but he was sure giving it his best try

We board the bus to MK walk through the gates (again) lol and our first stop is a pic of

Then our next stop was a pic with Rafiki

After Rafiki we headed to Carousel of Progress. Now the kids know that this is NOT my favorite ride. I like the story but the song plays over and over in my head. So I like to play it up and pout when they wanted me to go on it They had a great time making mommy "miserable" lol

So I mentioned that we probably waited too long to go to the park and "WHAT IS THAT LOUD NOISE MOM". When we went in to the Carousel of Progress it was nice and sunny outside. While we sat inside watching the "show" we began to hear some loud noises. At first we thought they were working on something outside. But then it became apparent that it was indeed storming. Quite loud I might add. When we came off of Carousel of Progress we walked into a huge amount of people all gathered around it under the awning trying to get out of the storm. So we tried to wait it out. We waited and waited and waited. It was pouring outside. We had poncho's with us thankfully but we were still getting soaked.So we got tired of standing there and figured it was Florida it will stop soon. So we ran to TTA and hopped on. That was a nice breaker. Then it was so crowded around there we had nothing to do but go walk. The rides were shutting down except for the indoor ones.

We headed to It's a Small World and Ty was pretty much done. He was soaked and the storms was so loud and was so done with it all. His favorite word of the whole trip was "WHAT"?? That is his Im irritated and grumpy sign

Sierra was being such a good sport. She was just enjoying herself no matter what.

We were so glad we could finally ride the train. Ty loves to ride the train. But he does not like the loud whistle. The most important thing we learned this trip was to bring headphones for him.

Next...TR 2008 trip..Hey Goofy I'm GOOFY and Last day already???

 

[yinyanggirls]

Phoebe's so sensitive to noises too. General hum of a crowd is fine, but sudden noises scare her so bad! I'm hoping the earplugs I bought will help her get through the fireworks.

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

Phoebe's so sensitive to noises too. General hum of a crowd is fine, but sudden noises scare her so bad! I'm hoping the earplugs I bought will help her get through the fireworks.

We definately learned the hard way. I tried the ear plugs with Ty and he just doesnt like them I wish they would work for us. Sierra plays the clarinet in band and when we go to concerts there sits her brother with his headphones on It is quite the site. At first she was embarassed but she has gotten used to it thankfully.

 

[cantwaittoseemickey]

End of Day 4 tr 2008 A little bit of Magic goes a long way

Ok so I saved the character pictures for last. These are my favorite. Goofy just has a special place in Ty's heart and it was the only time he really opened up for the characters.

As we were standing in line waiting to see Goofy, Donald Duck and Pluto Goofy comes out to see us. Well little did I know Sierra was going to grab Goofy's wiskar! Yes my daughter grabs his wiskar. So he turned and pulled her nose To this day she says it wasnt her it was Ty but we know it was her. Somewhere I have a pic of it and I will find it and show it to her.

Here they are right after they had the wiskar/nose pulling game

And here are the rest of the character pictures. The smiles they put on my kids were awsome. After a very long rainy day these pictures made our day.

Now I really wish I had a picture from the parade but unfortunately both our camera's batteries were dead. But spectro magic parade really did some magic for our family. We walk up and get our spots for the parade on the curb. A lady and her daughter sat beside us and we immediately struck up a conversation. It was like we knew each other a long time. She was asking some questions about Ty and we were talking about her daughter and just relaxing waiting for the parade. And it begins. I absolutely love this parade. It just has that sense of ahh about it. It is my favorite. I love the music and it just brings back memories of when I went when I was younger. Well the floats are going and here comes snow white and Pluto and they say Hi to Ty over the speaker. He was having NONE of it Snow white put her hand on his shoulder and he jerked away. Pluto put his arm around Ty and gave him the BIGGEST hug I have ever seen. His face just lit up and everyone was awwing. I look over and the mom beside us is filled with tears. She was bawling so of course I had to start too. Then later on the electronic lady that has a big round dress on (the step mother?) comes over to hubby and gives him a big ole wink That was too funny. Sierra was laughing so hard at him cause his face was red We went to bed that night on

Next up... Last Day tr from 2008 and the Not so great flight home

 

[wishin' on a star]

I'm loving the past trip report! The parade story is amazing...what a great ending to a thunderstorm-y day! Three months?!! It'll be here before you know it!

 

[pacrosby]

Wonderful memories Tonya!!! Great idea to do a mini-TR within your PTR Helps pass the time and build the anticipation!

Hey, how old are Ty and Sierra anyway? You don't list it in your signature and I didn't read it in your intro. No reason, just curious