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

[Turn the Page]

Maria,


And we are glad that you are here. And PS, that Moosie looks awesome on you!



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Funny story.... DBF and I were camping up north last summer and I really wanted to see a moose. So we are driving up to the Keweenaw Peninsula and out of the corner of my eye I see a large, dark creature slowly lumbering through the woods. I got really excited about seeing a moose and made him turn around and drive back so we could get a better look. Turned out to be a cow. I'm never going to live that one down.

Looked like a moose to me.

 

[Muushka]

Funny story.... DBF and I were camping up north last summer and I really wanted to see a moose. So we are driving up to the Keweenaw Peninsula and out of the corner of my eye I see a large, dark creature slowly lumbering through the woods. I got really excited about seeing a moose and made him turn around and drive back so we could get a better look. Turned out to be a cow. I'm never going to live that one down.

Looked like a moose to me.

Ha! Moose, cow, we're Groupies, it's all good!

 

[Corinne]

Maria!!!!fabulous photos! I Love the theme! Your daughter is gorgeous, what a beautiful bride!

Thanks for sharing!!

 

[DiznyDi]

Maria, what a beautiful bride! Thank you so much for sharing your photos of this special day. It looks as if every last detail was taken care of. So special!

You and Muush are too kind. Thanks for the nice compliments.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Muushka, Kathy & Turnthepage for your kind words!

Turnthepage, my best advice would be breathe, take it one step at a time......we scoured Pinterest and Etsy for ideas as well as the Wedding board here on DIS. The Passporter Wedding book written by Carrie (Lurkyloo here on DIS) was a valuable resource. My daughter and I learned so much. Some things booked through Disney will cost much more than from an outside vendor---but not necessarily everything. Depending on the venue you choose, you can use outside floral and designers. Our reception venue was Ariels at the Beach Club and we could NOT use outside floral. Disney Floral---while wonderful---is pricey. We really saved not having actual "flowers" as centerpieces or in the church. Saved BIG TIME. My daughter went with shells and sand and starfish and that is more budget friendly than fresh floral. We did have the fresh grass but that was not much at all.
Also, the vintage car we rented for the couple was about $300-$400 more through Disney. I called the company myself (same one Disney uses) and booked it ourselves. We used an outside photographer vs Disney Photography which also saved money.

There was a lot of homework involved....we made charts and lists etc. But if was fun. If you have any specific questions feel free to PM me (I don't want to clog our VWL board with wedding details but I'm happy to chat about anything you want---learned a lot from the process). Have fun !!!! You too one day Kathy!!! I know it will happen for you

 

[MiaSRN62]

Funny story.... DBF and I were camping up north last summer and I really wanted to see a moose. So we are driving up to the Keweenaw Peninsula and out of the corner of my eye I see a large, dark creature slowly lumbering through the woods. I got really excited about seeing a moose and made him turn around and drive back so we could get a better look. Turned out to be a cow. I'm never going to live that one down.

Looked like a moose to me.

 

[Msmithmd]

Funny story.... DBF and I were camping up north last summer and I really wanted to see a moose. So we are driving up to the Keweenaw Peninsula and out of the corner of my eye I see a large, dark creature slowly lumbering through the woods. I got really excited about seeing a moose and made him turn around and drive back so we could get a better look. Turned out to be a cow. I'm never going to live that one down. Looked like a moose to me.

This made my day. Fantastic.

 

[sleepydog25]

I know it's a day early, but in case I'll be busy tomorrow and might forget, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Gran "yep, I'm a guy" ny!!

 

[Turn the Page]

This made my day. Fantastic.

Who puts a cow pasture in the middle of the woods? I mean really.....that's prime moose habitat. I believe I was well within the realm of reason to suspect what I saw was in fact a moose....if it wasn't for the cow crossing sign we had passed just a few yards before my "moose" sighting. I missed the sign, DBF did not.

At least now I have my moosie.

 

[Corinne]

Some things booked through Disney will cost much more than from an outside vendor---but not necessarily everything. Depending on the venue you choose, you can use outside floral and designers. Our reception venue was Ariels at the Beach Club and we could NOT use outside floral. Disney Floral---while wonderful---is pricey. We really saved not having actual "flowers" as center pieces

I loved the center pieces and thought they were so perfect for the theme and the venue! I was looking at the photos again (sigh!) and noticed the huge arrangement behind your daughter mirrored her bridal bouquet! So beautiful! It looks like it was a magical day Maria!

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Birthday Granny!!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Maria
Absolutely loving the wedding pics!!

Turn the page
Sounds like a match made in Disney Heaven! And I imagine that creates a wonderful feeling

Di
Congrats on your new purchase, I know you are excited. And I 2nd what Muushka says about being fortunate to have been the recipient of Dianes creativity, very nice indeed

Hope all have a great weekend!! Warm weather here, so all is good

 

[eliza61]

Oh Maria,
what gorgeous pictures. I'm all verklempted now. LOL. I cry at weddings whether I'm there or not.

Such a gorgeous bride and Mother of the bride.

 

[Dizny Dad]

Wow - I need to elbow my way through the group to say -

Maria - What wonderful pictures to share! Thanks! And what wonderful memories of the day that will come flooding back each and every time you "discover" these pictures again! Give my best wishes to the Bride and Groom!

 

[Dizny Dad]

April is filled with birthdays of Cool Groupies.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANNY!

See you in the World!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks again so much for your kind words Corinne, Dizny Di & Dad, eliza and Jimmytammy! A year of planning and anticipation and it went to so quick!!!

Heading to Happy Valley this weekend for the Penn State Blue and White game. Nursing a nasty cold.......been hanging on for days......hopefully some Spring football can change that!

And a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to GRANNY!!!! Goofy's got your cake and he's heading to the WL to celebrate. Enjoy your day!!!

 

[Muushka]

Happy Birthday Granny!!

Did someone mention LUNCH or DINNER????

Where shall we dine, birthday boy??

 

[Turn the Page]

Happy Birthday Granny!!!!

 

[horselover]

Oooh can I play too?

I have never stayed at the Lodge before but I have visited several times when I was younger and have always wanted to stay.

My boyfriend and I are in the very early stages of planning our wedding and have decided on a Disney wedding. We decided to rent DVC points and stay in a 1 bedroom villa and, while price comparing, sort of settled on AKL as our proposed dates meant AKL (value 1 bedroom if we could get it) was roughly $1,000 less than a 1 bedroom at VWL and DBF was already freaking out about the price of a Disney wedding already so I was trying to cut corners.

However, after sitting down and showing him all the options he said he wanted to stay at VWL and had no problem with the price increase. My external reaction was "ummmm.....ok baby, whatever you want." My internal reaction was more alon ghte lines of

So hopefully we will be there for our wedding and honeymoon late next October.

I love that! Welcome to the groupies & congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

As someone who has been the benefactor of this wonderful woman's handiwork,
(I think of you each and every time I see your gifts ) congratulations on the new purchase!
You wouldn't believe the beautiful things she makes.

I believe it because I've been lucky enough to receive a few myself. I use the little purse every single time I go to WDW. I've gotten lots of compliments on it. Diane is very talented.

Wow you peeps have been chatty! I didn't think it had been that many days since I had last checked in. Looks like everyone is doing well. Busy planning trips & Disney weddings.

Maria saw your pictures on FB but once again beautiful! I love the detail on your DD's dress. It's easier to see it here in the bigger photo. If only I had known how much I would love Disney before DH & I got married. I would have definitely had a Disney wedding. I went to WDW as a child but we didn't really start going until after we had kids. It was all over then. I just signed over my check book to Mickey & was done with it.

I booked our flights for Dec. as soon as Jetblue opened their schedule last Sunday. Got a very good price & now we wait. I haven't stayed at our home since Dec. '12 despite my many trips down in between. I can't wait to get back there for a good long visit. Counting down the days until my May trip. Sadly I'm going to miss Di & Rich but I'm hoping for a quick visit with Jimmy & Tammy. I don't want to intrude on the lovebirds anniversary trip so if it works for their schedule great but if not I'll understand.

Happy Birthday Granny!!



Have a good weekend groupie friends!

 

[Corinne]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANNY

Hope you are having a great day!!!!