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

[jimmytammy]

Dad
Glad yall had a great trip, got to meet up with fellow groupie Granny and his lovely bride(BTW, you have a lovely bride yourself, in fact, I wonder how any of us guys got so lucky to get such beautiful ladies in our lives...its got to be one of 2 things, God just made women more accepting, or made their eyesight less functional than us guys )

Sorry you folks ended up with less than a stellar room situation. SSR is huge, and it can be a bit of a task to get to the main area. You folks were kind enough to share your thoughts on room locations with us for our 2nd stay there, and it honestly opened our eyes to SSR being on our radar these days for a place we like to stay.

 

[jimmytammy]

Tammy and I have gone to Fredericksburg, VA to celebrate our 26th Anniv.! We are staying at The Kenmore Inn, which was Mary Washington's home(George's sister). It is located in the very historic old town, and in the midst of where the battle during the Civil War took place. Fredericksburg has been a favorite of ours since early in our marriage and before kids, we very often would take off for a long weekend to go there. We love being in the middle of the history, that in so many ways forged what we know today.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Tammy and I have gone to Fredericksburg, VA to celebrate our 26th Anniv.! We are staying at The Kenmore Inn, which was Mary Washington's home(George's sister). It is located in the very historic old town, and in the midst of where the battle during the Civil War took place. Fredericksburg has been a favorite of ours since early in our marriage and before kids, we very often would take off for a long weekend to go there. We love being in the middle of the history, that in so many ways forged what we know today.

Sounds fun Jimmy!

And you two have a Happy Anniversary!!!

 

[Granny]

Tammy and I have gone to Fredericksburg, VA to celebrate our 26th Anniv.! We are staying at The Kenmore Inn, which was Mary Washington's home(George's sister). It is located in the very historic old town, and in the midst of where the battle during the Civil War took place. Fredericksburg has been a favorite of ours since early in our marriage and before kids, we very often would take off for a long weekend to go there. We love being in the middle of the history, that in so many ways forged what we know today.

I'm sure you and Tammy are enjoying your anniversary. CONGRATULATIONS!

And I know you're in your element there in the site of one of the Civil War's great engagements (I can't call it a battle since it was so lopsided). Enjoy your stay!

 

[Dizny Dad]

Jimmy & Tammy . . . .

Congratulations on 26 years!

 

[jimmytammy]

Thanks for the well wishes folks! Yall are the best!! Love me some groupies(as Ranger Stan whispered to me once, "I never knew I would be a groupie of anything")I feel the same, but what a great groupie group yall are

 

[circhead]

Happy Anniversary Jimmy & Tammy!
I hope you have many more happy, healthy years together.

 

[sleepydog25]

I toss in my congrats for your anniversary! Hope you have a magical time, and I'm sure you will.

 

[Lisann]

I would think that the restaurant being built down by the water's edge would be a signature restaurant, if for no other reason than the real estate value. Maybe Artist Point will be moved there? They could grill the Copper River Salmon outside of the restaurant on a big ole grill...just dreaming I guess. I'm sure it will be something special. Or I'm hoping it will be.

And the cabins...oh, my...think of the decorating possibilities for these! They stand a chance of being incredible. Can't wait until all of this is finally completed! I love Wilderness Lodge.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Happy Birthday @rusafee1183!!!!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I would think that the restaurant being built down by the water's edge would be a signature restaurant, if for no other reason than the real estate value. Maybe Artist Point will be moved there? They could grill the Copper River Salmon outside of the restaurant on a big ole grill...just dreaming I guess. I'm sure it will be something special. Or I'm hoping it will be.

And the cabins...oh, my...think of the decorating possibilities for these! They stand a chance of being incredible. Can't wait until all of this is finally completed! I love Wilderness Lodge.

It would make sense wouldn't it?! It just doesn't seem like it's going that direction though to move AP or have a different signature. Maybe if we were seeing the building turned to really take advantage of the lake view but with it situated the way it is, and thinking that the addition on the side is likely the kitchen, it just isn't large enough unless their downsizing.

And righto on the cabin decor! I do think we'll see some fun stuff there since they will want to have the design to draw people in. It's the refurbs that are just a touch disappointing but I think they will start out great.

 

[sleepydog25]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, RUSAFEE!!

 

[Dizny Dad]

I would think that the restaurant being built down by the water's edge would be a signature restaurant, if for no other reason than the real estate value. Maybe Artist Point will be moved there? They could grill the Copper River Salmon outside of the restaurant on a big ole grill...just dreaming I guess. I'm sure it will be something special. Or I'm hoping it will be. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DiznyDi and I discussed all sorts of possibilities with the two bar tenders at Trout Pass Bar for the buildings being erected. We mentioned that we though the Trout Pass Bar would be razed and the open beam area on the side of the "restaurant" was a new bar situated between the two pool areas. They were dumbfounded; they said they never thought about that. They indicated that they felt it was a counter service restaurant but had no idea of what the beam pavilion was going to be. I told them that we would check with the Bus Drivers and get back to them, as we strolled off with our cool beverages. They didn't laugh at that either . . . . .

 

[Dizny Dad]

Happy Birthday Rusafee1183!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

DiznyDi and I discussed all sorts of possibilities with the two bar tenders at Trout Pass Bar for the buildings being erected. We mentioned that we though the Trout Pass Bar would be razed and the open beam area on the side of the "restaurant" was a new bar situated between the two pool areas. They were dumbfounded; they said they never thought about that. They indicated that they felt it was a counter service restaurant but had no idea of what the beam pavilion was going to be. I told them that we would check with the Bus Drivers and get back to them, as we strolled off with our cool beverages. They didn't laugh at that either . . . . .

You're bad DDad!

 

[Lisann]

It's the refurbs that are just a touch disappointing

Yes, they are.

Maybe if we were seeing the building turned to really take advantage of the lake view

It's a little disorienting to be able to tell where the fireworks are, from the lake. They don't always appear to be where you think they will. My nephew-in-law is in charge of the Magic Kingdom fireworks every night (one of a few that work the show). And you would be surprised at the location of the fireworks, so far away, from the castle. So maybe the restaurant is positioned correctly. I'm thinking it will all make sense as it comes together.

On a separate note...I used to have a corgi named "Mickey", because his coat was the same color as Mickey Mouse...black, white, and red/brown! Imagine that! So I love your avatar.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Yes, they are.



It's a little disorienting to be able to tell where the fireworks are, from the lake. They don't always appear to be where you think they will. My nephew-in-law is in charge of the Magic Kingdom fireworks every night (one of a few that work the show). And you would be surprised at the location of the fireworks, so far away, from the castle. So maybe the restaurant is positioned correctly. I'm thinking it will all make sense as it comes together.

On a separate note...I used to have a corgi named "Mickey", because his coat was the same color as Mickey Mouse...black, white, and red/brown! Imagine that! So I love your avatar.

That's a cute naming for your Corgi! Corgis are just great IMO. Charming clowns is the description I read once about the Cardigans which kind of fits Mickey too.

I hadn't thought much about the fireworks and it does look like it would be situated a bit more for that, depending on how far the pergola/patio extends.

 

[DiznyDi]

JT - you're having an anniversary? Well, we wish you many more! Wishing you and Tammy a Happy Anniversary and a wonderful, fun-filled and thought provoking trip to historical Fredericksburg!

 

[DiznyDi]

Happy Birthday rusafee1183
Enjoy your special day in a most spectacular way!

 

[DiznyDi]

These photos were taken on Thursday May 5. Obvious work being done on the villas. Balcony chairs were scattered on the ground beneath.