VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.5) updated 2 February 2025

[eliza61]

HAPPY VETERANS DAY TO MY FAVORITE VET, SLEEPY
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PSST, he always tries to down play it but I won't let him!!

 

[Kathymford]

The only time my bf looks at my spreadsheet is about a week before we leave and he wants to change all of the FPs and ADRs ... sigh ... Of course, now he thinks he's funny when he's doing it.

 

[Dizny Dad]

OK. This is out of the blue.

If any of you hot food eaters out there are looking for a new kick, try this treat! This is a treat I enjoyed this afternoon that I bought myself in Oct. when trying to find a place in Disney Springs that would take my money. I have really been enjoying the Scorpion Sea Salt I purchased at Mickey's Pantry, in the spice section. It is a mixture of dried Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Pepper flakes and Sea Salt. The Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Pepper is rated at 1.4 million Scoville units (Jalapenos ~ 50K) and is hotter than the infamous ghost pepper. It is an ugly little pepper if you see one. I literally use just a VERY small pinch on many of the things I eat and WOW! What a cool punch! But it has a nice sweet taste (for all of you hot pepper eaters that can tell the difference). I carry a small amount with me in my backpack when visiting Disney, just to help the food have a little excitement when needed. Be careful Groupies: this stuff can quickly riddle your lips, but its so enjoyable.

 

[Dean Marino]

Sandy and I are at VWL within 24 hours .

Now, a question - I see both MDE and the DVC web site show us in a handicap accessible Deluxe Studio. I don't mind, as it generally means shower only, and I really don't care that much - EXCEPT that, having just asked for "close to elevator", I feel I might be CHEATING someone else that NEEDS that room . I don't want to tie up a room that someone else NEEDS - I'm totally mobile.

Any check in advice?

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Sandy and I are at VWL within 24 hours .

Now, a question - I see both MDE and the DVC web site show us in a handicap accessible Deluxe Studio. I don't mind, as it generally means shower only, and I really don't care that much - EXCEPT that, having just asked for "close to elevator", I feel I might be CHEATING someone else that NEEDS that room . I don't want to tie up a room that someone else NEEDS - I'm totally mobile.

Any check in advice?

It is a bookable room category so someone needing it could or would have booked it. Since no one has then they assign it to whomever.

 

[theww228]

This last October, while standing in HS, I looked at DiznyDi with a look of disbelief; I had not print out the schedule! I did not have our life for the next eight days in paper form! What will I ever do? How could I walk much further into HS? Suddenly it

Yeah, I lived. And found out that The World is still great without the paperwork. But I vowed to never leave it behind again.

(Luckily DiznyDi had most on her iPhone in the Disnay App. . . . . still not as much fun as unfolding the paper.)

I did it on google sheets this year and it worked well because I could access it from so many places during the planning process and share it with others. It has been nice to pull it up on my phone during the trip and make modifications. Of course the formatting is so much clunkier in sheets instead of excel.

DiznyDi tells me she doesn't need anything for Christmas . . . . that doesn't mean I should go with that plan.

Yeah, I made that mistake our first year of marriage.... I guess I was wrong when I thought our relationship was based on honesty and open communication.

We made it in the MK tonight until midnight, the kids zonked out before the 1am close (thank goodness!).

 

[DiznyDi]

Thanks theww228 for taking us along on your trip! Sounds like you're having great fun!

Dean - today's the day! Enjoy every minute! When DDaughter and I were at BLT this past July, we were assigned a handicapped room. We loved the room and the location. Pixie dust your room assignment is magical, too.

 

[Dizny Dad]

So the story deepens . . . DiznyDi reminded me last night that she had originally purchased the Scorpion Sea Salt as a surprise gift for me during her "July Girl's Trip". I enjoyed it for a week or two, and then it mysteriously disappeared from the picnic table one day after my DMIL cleaned up. I struggled for three months waiting and longing for more. Sure, I could have ordered it from Amazon.com, but the romance of a gift from The World just adds to the excitement and flavor it brings to so many dishes. Thanks sweetheart.

 

[wildernessDad]

OK. This is out of the blue.

If any of you hot food eaters out there are looking for a new kick, try this treat! This is a treat I enjoyed this afternoon that I bought myself in Oct. when trying to find a place in Disney Springs that would take my money. I have really been enjoying the Scorpion Sea Salt I purchased at Mickey's Pantry, in the spice section. It is a mixture of dried Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Pepper flakes and Sea Salt. The Trinidad Moruga Scorpion Pepper is rated at 1.4 million Scoville units (Jalapenos ~ 50K) and is hotter than the infamous ghost pepper. It is an ugly little pepper if you see one. I literally use just a VERY small pinch on many of the things I eat and WOW! What a cool punch! But it has a nice sweet taste (for all of you hot pepper eaters that can tell the difference). I carry a small amount with me in my backpack when visiting Disney, just to help the food have a little excitement when needed. Be careful Groupies: this stuff can quickly riddle your lips, but its so enjoyable.

It sounds excellent. 1.4 million on the Scoville scale is way more than the 200,000 that I can handle, so I see why you use a pinch. But I'm going to buy some this December.

 

[sleepydog25]

HAPPY VETERANS DAY TO MY FAVORITE VET, SLEEPY
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PSST, he always tries to down play it but I won't let him!!

lol My low key approach stems from the view that the honor and privilege of serving was enough. Still, I sincerely thank you.

Lots of ground to read given I wasn't on this thread at all yesterday:

theww and DDad - I've always thought luv's use of handwritten index cards was a bit excessive.

Friendly - You should be ashamed being off by .04%!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Hello Groupies Remember me
I've been gone way too long.
But I can't tell you how full my heart is to see you all still here
keeping the Home/Lodge fires burning.

I'm happy to report that thanks be to God we are all well
and busy as ever. Our latest family news is that
the Big Guy and I will be grandparents for the first time
in just a few weeks.... again we are blessed.

Congratulations tea pot!!! Glad you are doing well.

The last week around here was a rough one. My son is learning the ins and outs of owning his first (used) car. My daughter's friend has had a rough bit transitioning to a life without her mom (she passed from cancer in 2014) and tried to commit suicide and now my daughter feels guilty (sigh) and I found out my dad had Melanoma on his scalp (the doctors think they go it all. He now has a 3" diameter open hole in his skin up there while it heals.) Scary, scary stuff.

Hoping everything smooths out from this point on - but a HUGE reminder to all of us: Wear a hat and sunscreen in Florida. I don't want to hear how 'sun proof' anyone is. The sun doesn't care.

Gosh what a trying week. Hope things settle down for you. Best wishes for your dad.

 

[theww228]

Oh no! Crisis at the Villas! My 7 year old absolutely loves zebras... actually she is a little obsessed with them. You know the old story, zebra clothes, room decorated in zebra print, etc. Well it all started when she was about 9 months old and my wife was walking thru Readmore bookstore when DD grabbed a stuffed zebra from her stroller and clutched on the trip thru the store. The zebra was named "Popo" (which was funny because that is the name my wife called our DD's behind) and has been my daughter's faithful companion ever since. However, this week 2 of her zebras were in the bed with her and are now missing. Mouse keeping was here that day and changed the sheets, so I am sure they got rolled up in the sheets and sent to the central laundry.

I have already called lost and found and will keep calling everyday. I just hope little Popo can withstand the laundering, she is very thread bare and ragged from all of the years of being loved on.

I know it sounds silly to get worked up about a stuffed animal, but it has so many memories. We are accepting all prayers and good vibes.

 

[sleepydog25]

Oh no! Crisis at the Villas! My 7 year old absolutely loves zebras... actually she is a little obsessed with them. You know the old story, zebra clothes, room decorated in zebra print, etc. Well it all started when she was about 9 months old and my wife was walking thru Readmore bookstore when DD grabbed a stuffed zebra from her stroller and clutched on the trip thru the store. The zebra was named "Popo" (which was funny because that is the name my wife called our DD's behind) and has been my daughter's faithful companion ever since. However, this week 2 of her zebras were in the bed with her and are now missing. Mouse keeping was here that day and changed the sheets, so I am sure they got rolled up in the sheets and sent to the central laundry.

I have already called lost and found and will keep calling everyday. I just hope little Popo can withstand the laundering, she is very thread bare and ragged from all of the years of being loved on.

I know it sounds silly to get worked up about a stuffed animal, but it has so many memories. We are accepting all prayers and good vibes.

I feel your pain and send positive thoughts your way. My now 15 year-old daughter still has a very threadbare bear which she's had since imprinting with it at the tender age of 2. He's been nearly lost for good a couple of times but managed to find his way back. Here's hoping Popo does the same.

 

[jimmytammy]

Hoping Popo makes his way back to your DDs hands and heart

 

[Dizny Dad]

And after the experience of having only "one" Binky (special blanket) for our DD, when our DS came along, I knew the trick was to have two identical blankets; one in his hands, and one in the laundry; equal in washing, wear, tear, etc. I knew this was the answer to the ordeal of Binky's laundry day. Didn't work; he always knew the difference. Dang.

Here's praying that Popo is found; or that Mickey knew of another that just needed a friend, and Popo is in good hands.

 

[DiznyDi]

Thinking of you twinkle as you support your loved ones. Hope your weekend is better.

thaw - So sorry to hear of Popo's unfortunate disappearance. Pixie dust he makes his way back to your DD.

sleepy - Thank You for your service! Our nation is a better place because of folks like yourself serving to preserve and protect our freedoms.

Cold windy and rainy in Ohio this weekend. DDad I expect to head to our daughters in PA for a visit. We'll take the dog too.
Have a nice week-end!

 

[theww228]

Cold windy and rainy in Ohio this weekend. DDad I expect to head to our daughters in PA for a visit. We'll take the dog too.
Have a nice week-end!

What part of Ohio? We live in NW Ohio near Lima/Findlay. Safe travels to your daughters.

Thank you everyone for your kind words and support with a missing Popo. It means a lot.

They are in the process of tearing out the pool now. There is heavy equipment and jackhammers removing the concrete. Pretty much all of the trees in the pool area have been cut down.

We went to Epcot last night and just walked around. It was so peaceful and relaxing. We made a big breakfast in the room and are getting ready to go swimming. Then we are heading in MK for FP's (speedway, Seven dwarfs, pooh) and then going in DHS for the Osborne lights.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I just have to complain again - why did they have to decide to destroy the best quiet pool at WDW? Grrrrrrrrrr.......... And I fear destroy the best resort ambiance. The new may be fine but when you have practically perfect it's hard to see it go.

 

[theww228]

I just have to complain again - why did they have to decide to destroy the best quiet pool at WDW? Grrrrrrrrrr.......... And I fear destroy the best resort ambiance. The new may be fine but when you have practically perfect it's hard to see it go.

I must admit it is a little painful to walk by and see it being destroyed. The good thing is that most new things they have been adding have had great details. Hoping for the best!

 

[Dizny Dad]

I just have to complain again - why did they have to decide to destroy the best quiet pool at WDW? Grrrrrrrrrr.......... And I fear destroy the best resort ambiance. The new may be fine but when you have practically perfect it's hard to see it go.

As long as the new one is a "Quiet Pool", I can accept, unlike the DVC Pool at Kidani with the afternoon Cruise ship guy & load music. It may be fine at the signature or large pools; but Quiet Pools should be just that. The little ones can go to the bigger pools with entertaining music and games. I know I sound like an old fuddy duddy, ah,,,'cause I am.