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

[Dawn68PA]

Oh I like that! I'll be calling. I don't need more MBs either and I inly have 3 sets!

 

[jimmytammy]

Julie, you are right, you can hold those bands, dont throw away if you like colors, etc. as you can re-activate. Sounds like you already were ahead of the curve on the de-activate trail. I think we are going to be at HS on Thurs, maybe originally planned for MKto tell you the truth, cant remember. But I will text or call when we get to the parking lot, see what your plans are for the day and see if we can mini meet somewhere.

Dad, yep the glasses are a must for the little words these days, and the little words are getting bigger, but looking a lot more fuzzy too

Yesterday, we went to MK, rode Mine Train back to back with those free FPs, one word, Awesome! We had ridden once before, other times, when FP was in play, ride broke, so this was like a huge plus, and we really paid attn. to the details. Rode Splash(my all time fave ride)BTMRR, Tom Sawyer, Steamboat(saw a fellow from our local church on board) and HM. Even though the parks are crowded, we are still able to manage very well getting things done in short order. Saw some lady from HGTV (maybe Curtis is her last name?)at ESPN last night at dinner with her entourage. She seemed like she was a nice lady but her crowd was full of expletives and the more the alcohol flowed the worse it got. I just dont have much tolerance for that kind of talk, no matter who or what the circumstances. I can only think these are ignorant people who have to use this talk as they dont know any other way to speak legible. Of the high horse...NOW!!

 

[horselover]

Julie, you are right, you can hold those bands, dont throw away if you like colors, etc. as you can re-activate. Sounds like you already were ahead of the curve on the de-activate trail. I think we are going to be at HS on Thurs, maybe originally planned for MKto tell you the truth, cant remember. But I will text or call when we get to the parking lot, see what your plans are for the day and see if we can mini meet somewhere.

Dad, yep the glasses are a must for the little words these days, and the little words are getting bigger, but looking a lot more fuzzy too

Epcot on Thu. I'm meeting some friends for lunch at VN at 3:00. In the morning I'll be checking into the Dolphin. I may hit Olivias for breakfast after I pick up my rental car before heading to the Dolphin. No real plans after check in. I figured I'd wander around Epcot until my ADR (maybe snack a little!). I have no evening plans. Definitely text me!

 

[blossomz]

Hey everyone...I have been off the boards for so long! I hope everyone is well!! Anyone planning on the August Member's cruise? I need to really catch up! Too many social medias to keep up with! lol....

 

[sleepydog25]

Julie, you are right, you can hold those bands, dont throw away if you like colors, etc. as you can re-activate. Sounds like you already were ahead of the curve on the de-activate trail. I think we are going to be at HS on Thurs, maybe originally planned for MKto tell you the truth, cant remember. But I will text or call when we get to the parking lot, see what your plans are for the day and see if we can mini meet somewhere.

Dad, yep the glasses are a must for the little words these days, and the little words are getting bigger, but looking a lot more fuzzy too

Yesterday, we went to MK, rode Mine Train back to back with those free FPs, one word, Awesome! We had ridden once before, other times, when FP was in play, ride broke, so this was like a huge plus, and we really paid attn. to the details. Rode Splash(my all time fave ride)BTMRR, Tom Sawyer, Steamboat(saw a fellow from our local church on board) and HM. Even though the parks are crowded, we are still able to manage very well getting things done in short order. Saw some lady from HGTV (maybe Curtis is her last name?)at ESPN last night at dinner with her entourage. She seemed like she was a nice lady but her crowd was full of expletives and the more the alcohol flowed the worse it got. I just dont have much tolerance for that kind of talk, no matter who or what the circumstances. I can only think these are ignorant people who have to use this talk as they dont know any other way to speak legible. Of the high horse...NOW!!

Glad you're having a good time, especially with Mine Train. While not a great ride to us (very good, not great), the details are what make it so enjoyable. As for the acidic language, I will admit to having a higher tolerance due to my years in the military, but similar to you, I find such language especially crude in public. It too often substitutes for finding a more descriptive term or phrase or outlook in a conversation. In the end, they are just words, but words are often seen as a reflection of one's upbringing and education, and we should treat them with care.

 

[jimmytammy]

Going to check back a little later on posts(trying to get out of room before they kick me out)but had to wish
a fellow groupie a special
Happy Anniversary Stopher!!!!

 

[MiaSRN62]

I have been out of work since eye surgery on March 2. I am so sorry I missed quite a few of the March birthdays! I still have vision problems and have to get through two more procedures on March 25 and April 7 before hopefully I can have clear vision. I couldn't even get on the computer until late Monday it was so bad.

So a VERY HAPPY MAGICAL BELATED BIRTHDAYS TO MY GROUPIE PALS!!! Hope you all had fantastic celebrations! My apologies on the lateness to:
Muushka... 1
Rental01... 3
ladytink75... 7
Icecoldpenguin (Teresa) 10
Inkmahm... 19
Horselover (Julie)... 26
LeslieLou... 28

 

[MiaSRN62]

I love the attachment! Thank you!

I need your valuable opinions.

Next year (Thanksgiving week) we're taking family for a DVC trip. We'll be using 3 years of points, so our budget is 450.

I'm thinking OKW, a grand villa would be awesome (there are 9 of us). If not, a 2 BR and a 1 BR.

I love the space that it gives. But (isn't there always a but???) we would love to do BLT (2 BR and a studio).

It has been several years since we stayed at BLT, my question is, do you think the space in a 2 BR is doable for dining and socializing for 9? I know OKW is, but I'm unsure about BLT or if anyone has another suggestion. I know our beloved VWL, BCV, SSR and BWV are too small.

Anyone have any suggestions? And for that week, bookability? (if there is such a word!).

Have a great week everyone and thank you again for the birthday wishes.

Hi Muush.....
Hope your birthday was awesome!
I just wanted to chime in that we had my daughter's pre-wedding get-together at BLT and we stayed in a 2 bedroom. We had 17 (for the night of the party only---otherwise there were an actual 6 staying in the room of our 2 bed BLT. It was a tad tight but very doable. We had a buffet style dinner set out and then went up to TOWL for fireworks! Here are some photos......I didn't get all 17 people in one shot, but you can get some idea from these. If we did it with 17, I think 9 would fine!!!! No one minded the tight fit.....lol

 

[Muushka]

Thank you Maria, that is EXTREMELY helpful! If you did it for 17, we can do it for 9! Again, thank you.

 

[dwight16]

just booked my first stay and VWL a 2 bedroom in mid october family is so excited!

could anyone give me a link of updated pictures of the resort and a 2 bedroom after the refurbishment i thought i read somewhere there is a bambi theme now? cant wait to show the family this weekend

 

[Granny]

just booked my first stay and VWL a 2 bedroom in mid october family is so excited!

could anyone give me a link of updated pictures of the resort and a 2 bedroom after the refurbishment i thought i read somewhere there is a bambi theme now? cant wait to show the family this weekend

Deb's site has a good photo gallery at this link: http://allears.net/acc/g_wlv.htm

As for the Bambi theme, there are the sofa pillows:

And if you get a lockoff 2BR, the fold down extra bed in the studio portion has a Bambi scene on it.

Other than that, the refurbished villas don't have much Disney theming. Enjoy your stay!

 

[jimmytammy]

Had another celebrity site. Jep Robertson his dw and kids at studios near star tours. Writing this while waiting for rnr. He is from Duck Dynasty show

 

[Granny]

Nice celeb sighting Jimmy!

And Maria...loved the pictures of your gang having a great time together!

 

[wildernessDad]

Magic bands are like tribbles, I think. I hope Disney allows the Apple Watch to be used instead of a magic band.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks Granny! Glad you liked the pics! That was such a fun pre-wedding night!!!
And I love that Bambi pillow....(wonder how many of those go missing??!!!!)

 

[Dizny Dad]

Magic bands are like tribbles, I think. . . . . . . . . .

Love the analogy Dad!

DiznyDi keeps here collection of MBs on the fingers of the big "Mickey Hands". With three to four bands per finger, a pair of Mickey Hands could last for, oh, a year or two!?!

 

[jimmytammy]

Went to the Braves Tigers game today, sadly Braves lost big time, looking pretty rough.

Yesterday, we went to HS and took folks we are staying with teen DD. Had a great time, took her for her 1st time to 50s and had a blast, rode RNR 3 times, MuppetVision 3D, Star Tours and celebrity sightedTold their DD if you want to see a celebrity at WDW, hang out by the restrooms, just like us, they have to go too

 

[sleepydog25]

just booked my first stay and VWL a 2 bedroom in mid october family is so excited!

could anyone give me a link of updated pictures of the resort and a 2 bedroom after the refurbishment i thought i read somewhere there is a bambi theme now? cant wait to show the family this weekend

Congrats on your VWL stay! I'm sure each Groupie here would say you're gonna love it there. Welcome aboard!

 

[jimmytammy]

Congratulations on your ressie dwight and
Welcome to the groupies!!!!

 

[dwight16]

Congrats on your VWL stay! I'm sure each Groupie here would say you're gonna love it there. Welcome aboard!

Any other links to pictures? Showing it off to the group tomorrow