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

[Corinne]

WDad~best of luck and lots of

 

[Corinne]

Happy Birthday Jimmy!!!!

 

[sleepydog25]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JT!!!!!

 

[DiznyDi]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JIMMY

 

[wildernessDad]

We'll see. Dang, I haven't been to an interview in more than 17 years. They'll probably think I'm too old. At least my suit still fits me. I won't have to buy a new one. Just need a decent pair of shoes...
Plus, it's comfortable being where I am. I would have to disrupt my lazy lifestyle to move. But I'll do it, if it's in the cards.

 

[ArielSRL]

I must be the anomaly. I really don't mind doing laundry on vacation. I'd rather go home with clean clothes. That being said we're usually in a 1 BR which makes it easy. If I had to schlepp down to the laundry room I might feel differently. They must have better dryers in the laundry room. I've yet to dry lanudry at any DVC resort & not have to run it through at least 2 cycles before it's dry.

No, I totally agree with you. I do see your point on the laundry room situation but I'm hoping that it won't be too much of an inconvenience since I'll be running, at least, the older boy down to the pool daily. I think if I do it daily or every 2 days, it'll be small loads so, regardless of performance, it *should* dry quickly.

 

[sleepydog25]

In a 1 or 2BR, we always do a load or two of clothes due to the convenience. With a studio, I don't think we've ever done a load. For this reason, the kitchen, and the overall spaciousness, we do prefer 1BRs or the occasional splurge to a 2BR.

 

[horselover]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JIMMY!!!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

In a 1 or 2BR, we always do a load or two of clothes due to the convenience. With a studio, I don't think we've ever done a load. For this reason, the kitchen, and the overall spaciousness, we do prefer 1BRs or the occasional splurge to a 2BR.

I always make use of the washer/ dryer when we're in the larger Villas. They are more missed when in a studio than the kitchen.

 

[Minnie_Moo]

Enjoyed my New Year's Eve stay at VWL in a 2 bedroom (first stay there)! Loved the balconies, roominess, and decor. We moved on to Saratoga Springs for the rest of our stay (love the close parking). The view of the construction was great, but my photos didn't turn out well enough to warrant posting. I didn't hate the cabin paint colors! Even managed to see the early fireworks over the trees from the parking lot and a small glimpse of the late fireworks from our balcony. Had a nice dinner in Territory Lounge. Our daughter and son-in-law had a more expensive and leisurely dinner at Artist Point. We will definitely book here again in the future!

 

[sleepydog25]

Enjoyed my New Year's Eve stay at VWL in a 2 bedroom (first stay there)! Loved the balconies, roominess, and decor. We moved on to Saratoga Springs for the rest of our stay (love the close parking). The view of the construction was great, but my photos didn't turn out well enough to warrant posting. I didn't hate the cabin paint colors! Even managed to see the early fireworks over the trees from the parking lot and a small glimpse of the late fireworks from our balcony. Had a nice dinner in Territory Lounge. Our daughter and son-in-law had a more expensive and leisurely dinner at Artist Point. We will definitely book here again in the future!

Hey, Moo, glad you had a great time! My first stay at VWL was also a 2BR (cash), and it was such a grand visit, room, and location that I wanted to own there (once I figured out what DVC was all about). So happy to hear you had such a wonderful experience!

 

[bobbiwoz]

Enjoyed my New Year's Eve stay at VWL in a 2 bedroom (first stay there)! Loved the balconies, roominess, and decor. We moved on to Saratoga Springs for the rest of our stay (love the close parking). The view of the construction was great, but my photos didn't turn out well enough to warrant posting. I didn't hate the cabin paint colors! Even managed to see the early fireworks over the trees from the parking lot and a small glimpse of the late fireworks from our balcony. Had a nice dinner in Territory Lounge. Our daughter and son-in-law had a more expensive and leisurely dinner at Artist Point. We will definitely book here again in the future!

We have never eaten in Territory Lounge, must try it someday!

 

[Corinne]

We'll see. Dang, I haven't been to an interview in more than 17 years. They'll probably think I'm too old. At least my suit still fits me. I won't have to buy a new one. Just need a decent pair of shoes...
Plus, it's comfortable being where I am. I would have to disrupt my lazy lifestyle to move. But I'll do it, if it's in the cards.

WDad - in my experience (i am HR), the employer may not think you're too old! Depending on the position, they may very well be interested in hiring a seasoned veteran as opposed to someone with virtually little to no experience. I wouldn't go in thinking about, or even referring to your age. Truth be told, they've already seen your resume, and they probably have a good idea of you age anyway. Good luck!

 

[wildernessDad]

WDad - in my experience (i am HR), the employer may not think you're too old! Depending on the position, they may very well be interested in hiring a seasoned veteran as opposed to someone with virtually little to no experience. I wouldn't go in thinking about, or even referring to your age. Truth be told, they've already seen your resume, and they probably have a good idea of you age anyway. Good luck!

Thanks for the great advice!

 

[jimmytammy]

And coasting into the last few days of January we get more birthday cake!
Happy Birthday Jimmy!
(aka @jimmytammy, aka Gramps)

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And to one of our "old timers" here on the thread...

Happy Birthday Jimmy !!!

Happy Belated Birthday TwoKats & claire_ont!!!!

Happy Birthday Jimmy!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JT!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JIMMY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JIMMY!!!

Aww, y'all are the best, thanks so much! Had a great day, worked in shop(pays for my WDW fix, so no problem), went out with my folks(my Mom and I both celebrate having same day birthdays), got some wonderful gifts, great laughs(at my expense, no doubt)and mainly, time spent with my loved ones. So, at 25, my life is going great!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Birthday @Disney loving Iowan !!!!
Hope your DL trip was great and that you're having a wonderful Birthday Allison!!!

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[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday Disney Loving Iowan!!!!

 

[sleepydog25]

Hope you're having a great birthday, DL Iowan!!

 

[Corinne]

Happy Birthday DLI!!!!!!

 

[DiznyDi]

Happy Birthday DisneyLovingIowan!