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

[Disney loving Iowan]

Like Jen, I had a lot of the white stuff called snow. Our county still has a lot of water departments and corporations that are under a boil notice if they even have water. Unfortunately (or fortunately, as I view it) we only have one bathroom that has cold water. More than some have, but we are hoping when the other pipes thaw that none of them are busted. Our house sits on blocks, so usually, no damage in the house, but a muddy mess under it for whoever has to go under and fix it. We can finally see most of our yard since the temps have been above freezing for some of yesterday and so far all of today, with no freezes in the forecast til Tuesday of next week, with 60's also in the forecast. Gotta love Texas!

Good luck to you when it comes to not having any busted pipes.

 

[bobbiwoz]

your pics are making me want to go back.

We will be there next week! I feel the same about the pictures....

Hope you go back soon, too.

 

[DVC Jen]

Jen
You folks in TX have had a rough go of it the last few weeks. The last storm system that came your way hit us 2 days ago, but temps were just at the right place to cause little damage. We had freezing rain, most melted by 2pm yesterday. Last weekend hit us worse and the power outages were far worse. Cant wait for the warm up! Supposed to leave this Fri for WDW and now they are calling for another system that AM. My van may be hitting the road late Thurs

Yikes - be careful. If you want to swing by Texas on the way I will be ready!

 

[DVC Jen]

Like Jen, I had a lot of the white stuff called snow. Our county still has a lot of water departments and corporations that are under a boil notice if they even have water. Unfortunately (or fortunately, as I view it) we only have one bathroom that has cold water. More than some have, but we are hoping when the other pipes thaw that none of them are busted. Our house sits on blocks, so usually, no damage in the house, but a muddy mess under it for whoever has to go under and fix it. We can finally see most of our yard since the temps have been above freezing for some of yesterday and so far all of today, with no freezes in the forecast til Tuesday of next week, with 60's also in the forecast. Gotta love Texas!

I have been wondering how you were doing out there. I hope you don't have any pipe issues. Crossing my fingers for you.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Chances are I'll work that Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Will you be there that long? (I don't seem to have your trip on Page 1.)

We are there February 27 to March 2...so, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, we will meet! We will be leaving on Tuesday for WDW.

So happy you were able to be in the play!

 

[sleepydog25]

We are there February 27 to March 2...so, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, we will meet! We will be leaving on Tuesday for WDW.

So happy you were able to be in the play!

Great! I won't know what my schedule is until this Wednesday, so I'll drop you a note so you'll know where to find me!

 

[twokats]

Well, Jen & DLI, thanks for the good wishes, but we do have at least 4 as of right now! I am on my plumbers list but they told me it was a long list which I expected.
My son's house behind me still has water and no problems, so I have a source and we are managing. We did not loose anything until yesterday.
There are still a lot of people in this area that are having major water issues, so I feel lucky in some respects! At least my pipes did not flood inside my house.

 

[DVC Jen]

Well, Jen & DLI, thanks for the good wishes, but we do have at least 4 as of right now! I am on my plumbers list but they told me it was a long list which I expected.
My son's house behind me still has water and no problems, so I have a source and we are managing. We did not loose anything until yesterday.
There are still a lot of people in this area that are having major water issues, so I feel lucky in some respects! At least my pipes did not flood inside my house.

ugh! I am so sorry. Hopefully you can get them fixed quickly and as painlessly as possible.

 

[jimmytammy]

Kathy
Prayers for you folks. Glad your son is so close by

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Well, Jen & DLI, thanks for the good wishes, but we do have at least 4 as of right now! I am on my plumbers list but they told me it was a long list which I expected.
My son's house behind me still has water and no problems, so I have a source and we are managing. We did not loose anything until yesterday.
There are still a lot of people in this area that are having major water issues, so I feel lucky in some respects! At least my pipes did not flood inside my house.

Oh no. Thank goodness your son is so close. Glad you haven't had flooding in your house at least. DH and I were watching a video yesterday showing some of the damage people have in their homes. Water just pouring from the ceilings. So heartbreaking. So glad that isn't you. I hope the plumber can get there soon.

 

[twokats]

The plumber actually made it this morning! He has us fixed for now, but is recommending a total replumb. I know that sounds bad, but my husband says the cost is not really that bad and we can get some things added and changed. But we HAVE WATER!!!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Kathy,
Prayers have been answered! Glad y'all are back to as normal as possible for the moment.

 

[DVC Jen]

We will be there next week! I feel the same about the pictures....

Hope you go back soon, too.

We have a nice long trip planned. Starting June 28th until July 14th. We will be at CBR for one night (non park day). It's the day we get into Orlando - we drive from Texas. Then the next day we check into BRV for 11 nights. Our first is also a non park day. But we are planning on doing Disney Springs and shopping for groceries, relaxing around the resort. The next 10 days will be park days. After that we are going down to Vero for 4 more nights before we head back home. I am really looking forward to this trip. Both of our daughters will be coming with so that makes it even better.

 

[DVC Jen]

But we HAVE WATER!!!!!

So happy for you!!!!

 

[Kay7979]

We have a nice long trip planned. Starting June 28th until July 14th. We will be at CBR for one night (non park day). It's the day we get into Orlando - we drive from Texas. Then the next day we check into BRV for 11 nights. Our first is also a non park day. But we are planning on doing Disney Springs and shopping for groceries, relaxing around the resort. The next 10 days will be park days. After that we are going down to Vero for 4 more nights before we head back home. I am really looking forward to this trip. Both of our daughters will be coming with so that makes it even better.

That sounds like an amazing trip! If you’re like me, planning and anticipating is half the fun. I hope you and your family have an amazing time.

 

[Granny]

We have a nice long trip planned. Starting June 28th until July 14th.

Jen...that trip sounds like heaven! 16 nights gives you plenty of time to relax and take the parks and VB at a nice leisurely pace. I'm sure you will have a fantastic time, and I'm sure you will enjoying planning such an extended trip. Enjoy!

 

[APiratesLifeForMe2]

For those who were around during the last hard goods refurb at the OG VWL, how did it impact stays? We were planning a big family trip in Summer of 2022 when the original refurb should have been completed but now it may land right smack in the middle of it. This group of family won't be a park all day kind of family, so we would be at the resort frequently for mid-day breaks, pool days etc. DH is writing off staying at BRV because the construction will be too much of a burden with noise, etc. Is he correct? Should we skip BRV for this trip? We really dislike Copper Creek so that isn't an alternative for us, it would be another resort if not BRV.

 

[DVC Jen]

That sounds like an amazing trip! If you’re like me, planning and anticipating is half the fun. I hope you and your family have an amazing time.

Thank you. Not really a lot of planning going into it. We are going to be cooking and eating most meals in our room (probably) because of Covid. Although that may change now that 3 of the 4 of us will be fully vaccinated - hopefully all 4 of us if Texas opens it up to food/essential workers. I already have our park reservations made. Will be a different type of trip without FP.. but it will still be good. We are alive, we are healthy and we are going to be together at the happiest place on earth. What more could we ask for.

 

[Corinne]

The regular rooms at the Wilderness Lodge are scheduled to open on June 6

My birthday!

 

[Corinne]

Sleepy, great pics! Happy to hear you’re enjoying work, settling in at home, and able to participate in the play. All. Good.