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[BridgetR3]

Very well written.....we have been and will continue to pray for your city and the victims.

 

[appleorchard]

Another sad day..l. but some of the people who rushed in to help, so gutsy... it gives you hope. Thinking of you and praying for your people, Boston!

 

[DMGeurts]

Simply an update to say my heart goes out to all who have suffered heartbreak from yesterdays bombing at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. I am very very grateful not to have had any loved ones at that point in the Marathon. Although 2 of my children attend college in Boston neither were there. And their friends/classmates that were there were not injured physically. They were extremely shaken by the events as some of them were close by. Hours after the event DS#2 held a dear friend in his arms as she sobbed uncontrollably. They are seeking the professionals they need to talk this thing out. We were able to visit with my son today in Boston. The city that is usually a buzz with activity, was somber today...quiet. Please, as I'm sure so many of you already are, continue to pray for all those victims, medical personal, emergency personal, investigators, law enforcement and all others who will have a long road ahead of them. Please may true justice be done.

For those of you who don't know, yesterday was a Massachusetts holiday. Patriots Day. To remember those men that fought for the Revolutionary War. The battles of Lexington & Concord, the shot heard round the world. The first battle of the Revolutionary War. Both towns are still functioning towns. It is one of many landmarks that make Bostonian's proud to be American & Bostonian's. Plymouth Plantation, the Mayflower, Salem Witch Trials, Boston Commons, The Freedom Trail, Olde North Church, Fanuel Hall, Lexington Concord, Scituate where the Bates sister are said to have scared off an army of Britts by banging pots & pans together, Gloucester. MA holds much history of our country. Some good, some bad. I pray yesterday will only be remembered as a day heroes emerged, angels were made, but evil did not win. That Boston & it's marathon will rise up as a Phoenix from the ash of evil.

Everywhere you go around the city and in the suburbs around where I live, you hear voices praising other communities for their support. NY our sport rival offering prayers and support. New Orleans. Atlanta. All having had their share of heart ache. They are reaching out to us, and it is not going unappreciated. This Bostonian thanks you all so very much. You hear it in their voices. I have seen what appear to be the toughest of men, with tears in their eyes as they see prayers on the side of buildings. Prayers for our victims. Bostons victims. From those cities that have experienced horror. Thank you.

You wrote this so well... My prayers continue to anyone and everyone who needs them. ((( Hugs)))

D~

 

[Luvchefmic]

so heartfelt & eloquently written Dee Its true that the whole country pulls together during times like this, so sad that's what it takes I haven't said much about it try not to even watch the news too many memories of 9/11 so sad

 

[Deesknee]

Very well written.....we have been and will continue to pray for your city and the victims.

Another sad day..l. but some of the people who rushed in to help, so gutsy... it gives you hope. Thinking of you and praying for your people, Boston!

You wrote this so well... My prayers continue to anyone and everyone who needs them. ((( Hugs)))

D~

so heartfelt & eloquently written Dee Its true that the whole country pulls together during times like this, so sad that's what it takes I haven't said much about it try not to even watch the news too many memories of 9/11 so sad

Thank you all. I am not on the computer much today, as I am not feeling well. But thank you for the nice words, but especially for the prayers.

 

[Deesknee]

I must send heartfelt sympathies to all those affected by the tragedy in Texas. May the lone star state never feel alone through this disaster. Prayers to all.

Today again, I am not feeling myself. By the time I actually come back on to do a WDW update I will have to reread my PTR to see what I have said & what I haven't.

I hope all my disboard friends are safe, gaining strength to those struggling physically or emotionally.

 

[Luvchefmic]

I must send heartfelt sympathies to all those affected by the tragedy in Texas. May the lone star state never feel alone through this disaster. Prayers to all.

Today again, I am not feeling myself. By the time I actually come back on to do a WDW update I will have to reread my PTR to see what I have said & what I haven't.

I hope all my disboard friends are safe, gaining strength to those struggling physically or emotionally.

God bless all and Dee I pray you start feeling better...always on my mind my friend

Ruthie

 

[Deesknee]

God bless all and Dee I pray you start feeling better...always on my mind my friend

Ruthie

Thank you Ruthie. My vertigo has finally resolved back to what is normal for me. I am still struggling with the migraine. But, on the road to feelign better.

I feel I should put in about 10 here, but I must say...I am overwhelmed with the prayers and well wishes that have been sent out for my "home town".

Not sure how many of you all realize at every Boston Red Sox came they play Neil Diamonds "Sweet Caroline", to which all of the fans stand and sing the chorus, while waving their arms back & forth to the music. Every game. Every fan. Every chorus. Today, Neil Diamond left LA reportedly at 4:30am to arrive in Boston 40mins before the Red Sox game started. Without notice and "asked" if he could sing today. ??!! ah, gee, I don't know... YEAH!!!!!!! It was something pretty special. Unfortunately, because it was a surprise the sound people played the track they always play with words, and Mr. Diamond (I am assuming because of feedback on the field) sang out of sync with his recorded voice, but what an INCREDIBLE gesture! What a wonderful guy he must be!

Now on with the trip planning....well kinda.
DDBF comes home from Japan tomorrow night. He will probably be busy with work this upcoming week. Hopefully, he will be able to squeeze in some time to talk with DS. Then they can tell me for sure where they want to spend the first 3 nights of the trip. Then I will call Disney to see what discounts, if any are available. Then I can finally reserve the last of the rooms we need. ..unless other DS decides to join us. Although, he said that is not likely as he has to take summer classes and 1 more semester at college. So, it is unlikely he will be able to afford it. Maybe I will play the lotter 1x per week between now & when we leave & I will hit. Then I can pay everyones way.

In the meantime, I have to find whatever website I used to use to figure out which days are busiest for which park. I know that generally speaking if a park has an EMH day, that park is more likely to be crowded. It is said that the week we are going is moderate for crowd levels. Usually we go in the fall when it is fairly low. So, crowds aren't THAT much of an issue.
I think I need to regroup. See what I have done & what I have yet to do. Then go from there. Then I will do a better update. Plus, it is difficult doing a update, when there are things I can't say on here due to surprises. In case anyone is looking over my shoulder, or comes on the disboards and reads my stuff. I don't want to ruin any surprises. I am NOT good at secrets. I promise though, my TR will be much more exciting than my PTR.

Well, tonight is the last "late night" before my DD goes back to school. (we have April vacation here). So, I am going to log off & watch a movie & pop some popcorn. The old fashion way in a pan on the stove with the actual popping, then add some melted butter, a little salt. .... yummy. And a nice memory we have together as a family. Perhaps Tangled tonight.

Good night everyone. Have a wonderful Sunday!

 

[Luvchefmic]

Oh my goodness the MEMORY of that popping corn on the stove , we did that every Sunday night as a kid, after the tuna fish on onion roll sandwiches I totally forgot about that childhood tradition Disneys Wonderful World of Color The Ed Sullivan Show etc etc MY goodtimes !

That Neil Diamond is pretty awesome what a special thing to do

Alright honey continue to take care of yourself & good wishes for the whole town & for your familys vacation Happy planning

Ruthie

 

[Deesknee]

Oh my goodness the MEMORY of that popping corn on the stove , we did that every Sunday night as a kid, after the tuna fish on onion roll sandwiches I totally forgot about that childhood tradition Disneys Wonderful World of Color The Ed Sullivan Show etc etc MY goodtimes !

That Neil Diamond is pretty awesome what a special thing to do

Alright honey continue to take care of yourself & good wishes for the whole town & for your familys vacation Happy planning

Ruthie

Popcorn & Wonderful World of Color. yup. I think popcorn is one of those smells, that can bring you right back to a special time in your life. My brother was in AA (deceased now). Some years after my brothers death I had cause to be in touch with the man who was his AA sponsor. He stopped by my house & I, being hospitable made some microwave popcorn & coffee. He started cracking up laughing. Then told me a story of when my brother brought him to meet each of us, my Mom, myself, then each of my brothers, in our individual homes, Every one of us offered him popcorn. So, all these years later when I offered him popcorn he asked laughing, "what's with your family & popcorn?". I laughed. Then realized later... it was cheap. We never had a lot of money when we were kids, so dessert or snacks were home popped popcorn, or homemade Jello. I wouldn't change one of those memories.

Thanks Ruthie for the reminder. And of course the well wishes.

 

[Deesknee]

Good Morning All!
I am happy to report my headache is gone, my vertigo is back to what I refer to as normal. The sun is shining. AND I am the only one awake & moving in my family. So here comes (hopefully) a productive update.

These are the updated accommodations:

1st leg is aug 20-23 at AKV Jambo &
2nd leg is aug 23-26 BWV studio Confirm
3rd leg is aug 23-24 BWV 1 bdrm confirm
4th leg is aug 24-26 BWV 2 bdrm confirm
On waitlist for 2bdrm for aug23 placed on waitlist 4/8

And the updated dining:
BoG - august 20 9:15pm reservation for 5+1
Chef mickeys - august 21 7:30 am for 6
Coral Reef - august 21 4:30pm for
Restaurant Marrakesh- august 22lunch @ 11:30 res for 3
Ohana - august 22nd 9:20pm res for 6
Sanaa- 1st floor at kidani august 23 @ 11:30am. res for 3
1900 Park Fare - august 23 4:50pm res for 4
Teppan Eco - august 24 @2:10pm res for 3

I am almost certain we will be canceling the Sanna and either Restaurant Marrakesh or Teppan Eco. I can't see how I will be able to save enough money for all of these ADR's.
Our game plan will most likely be a decent breakfast at either a TS or at the villa. Then off to a park. Depending on the weather we will either come back to the resort for a swim/nap & lunch or if we are not melting from the heat & decide to stay in the park(s), we will grab fruit for lunch. As you can see most of the TS meals are dinner. So, just grabbing fruit for lunch will allow us to have plenty of room for a full dinner. On the days we don't have a TS we will grab a CS somewhere. If at the MK most will get Caseys. I will get something elsewhere as I don't like hot dogs. Usually, it would be a choc chip cookie ice cream sandwich from Main St. bakery, but since that will most likely be closed .... I may grab something from Gastons Tavern. MK is the only park that has CS that the family MUST have. Other than Caseys we aren't set on any CS food. So, the other parks we may try something new. I am inclined to insist on a rest back at the hotel. If the others are dead against it, I will most likely find a first aid station and let my vertigo resolve there a little while. That has worked well in the past for me. DH drops me off at the 1st aid. I rest there for some time, then when my vertigo resolves a bit I call them and they come back and get me. While I am resting they do rides, or see shows. It all works out well. I am extremely grateful for the disboard disability thread that helped me out so much over the years. After my first visit with vertigo I thought I would never be able to enjoy a trip to WDW again. Thanks to them, I have just worked my vacation around my disability. I could not express my appreciation enough.

DDBF comes home from Japan tonight. I will be very relieved when he is home safe. DD told him he can no longer leave the country, because since he has left there has been too much tragedy in the USA. I think he is okay with that. Atleast for now. He is very happy to be coming home. I keep teasing DD and telling her he will probably show up at the airport with a diamond ring for her & propose to her right then & there. I love to get her thinking. Yesterday both our DD's were at church with DH & I. That is a bit of a rarity. Well DH for some reason has been very emotional lately. He started tearing up. He said he kept picturing DD#1 at the alter. So, I jumped on the opportunity and asked DD#1 if she thought her BF would ask DH for her hand in marriage & tell him not to tell me. I love to get her thinking. When her BF finally does ask her to marry him. Whenever that may be. She will have no idea. Whenever they go out somewhere I ask her if she has done her nails. I have been doing this to her for about 6 months now. Poor kid. Every time he doesn't ask her she is probably secretly a little disappointed. hehehe I'm such a stinker. They have been dating for over 5 years, so I am sure it is just a matter of time before the get engaged.

Well, I have rambled enough for now. I hope everyone has a wonderful Sunday.

 

[DMGeurts]

It looks like the only park we overlap in is on Aug 20 at MK... That is our arrival night and we plan to dip in to MK for a little bit. Not sure if you are planning to park hop on any of your days? But judging by your meals, it doesn't look like any of our other parks/days are the same???

I hope there is a ring for dd soon in the future.

D~

 

[Luvchefmic]

Popcorn & Wonderful World of Color. yup. I think popcorn is one of those smells, that can bring you right back to a special time in your life. My brother was in AA (deceased now). Some years after my brothers death I had cause to be in touch with the man who was his AA sponsor. He stopped by my house & I, being hospitable made some microwave popcorn & coffee. He started cracking up laughing. Then told me a story of when my brother brought him to meet each of us, my Mom, myself, then each of my brothers, in our individual homes, Every one of us offered him popcorn. So, all these years later when I offered him popcorn he asked laughing, "what's with your family & popcorn?". I laughed. Then realized later... it was cheap. We never had a lot of money when we were kids, so dessert or snacks were home popped popcorn, or homemade Jello. I wouldn't change one of those memories.

Thanks Ruthie for the reminder. And of course the well wishes.

Good Morning All!
I am happy to report my headache is gone, my vertigo is back to what I refer to as normal. The sun is shining. AND I am the only one awake & moving in my family. So here comes (hopefully) a productive update.

These are the updated accommodations:

1st leg is aug 20-23 at AKV Jambo #423581671638 &
2nd leg is aug 23-26 BWV studio Confirm #430701924199
3rd leg is aug 23-24 BWV 1 bdrm confirm #430981222592
4th leg is aug 24-26 BWV 2 bdrm confirm #430981210605
On waitlist for 2bdrm for aug23 placed on waitlist 4/8

And the updated dining:
BoG - august 20 9:15pm reservation for 5+1
Chef mickeys - august 21 7:30 am for 6
Coral Reef - august 21 4:30pm for
Restaurant Marrakesh- august 22lunch @ 11:30 res for 3
Ohana - august 22nd 9:20pm res for 6
Sanaa- 1st floor at kidani august 23 @ 11:30am. res for 3
1900 Park Fare - august 23 4:50pm res for 4
Teppan Eco - august 24 @2:10pm res for 3

I am almost certain we will be canceling the Sanna and either Restaurant Marrakesh or Teppan Eco. I can't see how I will be able to save enough money for all of these ADR's.
Our game plan will most likely be a decent breakfast at either a TS or at the villa. Then off to a park. Depending on the weather we will either come back to the resort for a swim/nap & lunch or if we are not melting from the heat & decide to stay in the park(s), we will grab fruit for lunch. As you can see most of the TS meals are dinner. So, just grabbing fruit for lunch will allow us to have plenty of room for a full dinner. On the days we don't have a TS we will grab a CS somewhere. If at the MK most will get Caseys. I will get something elsewhere as I don't like hot dogs. Usually, it would be a choc chip cookie ice cream sandwich from Main St. bakery, but since that will most likely be closed .... I may grab something from Gastons Tavern. MK is the only park that has CS that the family MUST have. Other than Caseys we aren't set on any CS food. So, the other parks we may try something new. I am inclined to insist on a rest back at the hotel. If the others are dead against it, I will most likely find a first aid station and let my vertigo resolve there a little while. That has worked well in the past for me. DH drops me off at the 1st aid. I rest there for some time, then when my vertigo resolves a bit I call them and they come back and get me. While I am resting they do rides, or see shows. It all works out well. I am extremely grateful for the disboard disability thread that helped me out so much over the years. After my first visit with vertigo I thought I would never be able to enjoy a trip to WDW again. Thanks to them, I have just worked my vacation around my disability. I could not express my appreciation enough.

DDBF comes home from Japan tonight. I will be very relieved when he is home safe. DD told him he can no longer leave the country, because since he has left there has been too much tragedy in the USA. I think he is okay with that. Atleast for now. He is very happy to be coming home. I keep teasing DD and telling her he will probably show up at the airport with a diamond ring for her & propose to her right then & there. I love to get her thinking. Yesterday both our DD's were at church with DH & I. That is a bit of a rarity. Well DH for some reason has been very emotional lately. He started tearing up. He said he kept picturing DD#1 at the alter. So, I jumped on the opportunity and asked DD#1 if she thought her BF would ask DH for her hand in marriage & tell him not to tell me. I love to get her thinking. When her BF finally does ask her to marry him. Whenever that may be. She will have no idea. Whenever they go out somewhere I ask her if she has done her nails. I have been doing this to her for about 6 months now. Poor kid. Every time he doesn't ask her she is probably secretly a little disappointed. hehehe I'm such a stinker. They have been dating for over 5 years, so I am sure it is just a matter of time before the get engaged.

Well, I have rambled enough for now. I hope everyone has a wonderful Sunday.

See what I'm trying to tell you here ?? Family memories good times

 

[Deesknee]

See what I'm trying to tell you here ?? Family memories good times

So very true!! Thankk you Ruthie!

 

[Deesknee]

It looks like the only park we overlap in is on Aug 20 at MK... That is our arrival night and we plan to dip in to MK for a little bit. Not sure if you are planning to park hop on any of your days? But judging by your meals, it doesn't look like any of our other parks/days are the same???

I hope there is a ring for dd soon in the future.

D~

D~ We do park hop...alot when we are there. Maybe the best thing would to exchange phone #'s before we leave & see how things work out when we are there. WE too arrive on the 20th, but not until late. We will have about enough time to ck into the hotel & get to our ADR's.

 

[Luvchefmic]

D~ We do park hop...alot when we are there. Maybe the best thing would to exchange phone #'s before we leave & see how things work out when we are there. WE too arrive on the 20th, but not until late. We will have about enough time to ck into the hotel & get to our ADR's.

Hey I hope you want MINE

 

[Deesknee]

Hey I hope you want MINE

YES! What was I thinking?

 

[DMGeurts]

Hey I hope you want MINE

I already have yours Ruthie.

Dee... Yes, let's exchange #s... I will PM mine to you.

D~

 

[Deesknee]

I already have yours Ruthie.

Dee... Yes, let's exchange #s... I will PM mine to you.

D~

I pm'd you back D~
And I pm'd you also Ruthie.


So, DS#2 and DDBF have decided on where to stay for the first 3 nights.
Taking a que from Bridget....... any guesses?


In the meantime, I will tell you, I called and spoke with Angel and made the reservation for the boys this morning. For the time being I made the room only reservation with a AAA discount. If they release the annual pass discount we can use that as DS has an AP. If they release FD that will be a little trickier. If I am correct in the thought that all guests on the reservation have to also be buying a pass ... Can anyone confirm that? We will have a slight issue, as I said DS already has his AP. Since we usuallys stay DVC (which means we have to purchase dining plan if we want it), I am not certain on the rules when not using dvc points for rooms. IF it is correct that all guests staying in the room have to purchase a pass, then we will list DD (or if our other son comes him), on the room with DDBF. Did you all follow that?

The AAA discount is about $30. per day, or apprx. 15%. IF AP and FD are both released for our dates, I will have to put some figures together to see which is better, taking into consideration the ADR's they have for those few days.

I am just so pleased the last hotel reservation has been made. Well... that is unless DS#1 decides to join us. Which would be wonderful! And I will gladly adjust the reservations to accommodate.

I am getting so excited. Since DDBF got back from Japan and is settling back to his schedule, we are all able to go forward with plans. Poor kid his mind was racing with all he had going on. Now he is all excited about Disney. He & my DD are actually the ones bringing it up now. We just ALL have to be careful. We must remember not to discuss it with DD#2 in the hearing distance. We don't want to ruin any surprises, now do we???


So, back to.... any guesses on which resort the 2 young men of our party have chosen for the 1st leg of our trip?

 

[Luvchefmic]

Great Morning Dee..got your PM and your # answered & you should now have mine too !

Wow, about the question with tickets, discounts, FD etc etc I wish I could help I haven't got a clue ? I would suggest posting a new thread on the theme parks attractions and strategies area of the Dis (probably the wrong spot but moderator will move if it really bugs them) and I am SURE either Mike (CheshireFigment) Rob (Robo) or mesaboy2 (what IS his name ?? ) will jump to answer you these are MY go to people on the boards ( take anyone elses' answers with a pound of salt !)

Can't guess which resort they picked hmmmm???? can you give another hint


Let the planning continue !!

Have a blessed day tty soon Ruthie