VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.0) updated 21 June 2023

[Lakegirl]

Hi!

DH will have an operation on Monday to remove a lung lobe that has a carcinoid tumor on it. We would appreciate prayers and healing thoughts for Tom.

Prayers and well wishes.

 

[Granny]

Bobbi...prayers going up for Tom and for you as you both face this situation.

 

[twinklebug]

Prayers and best wishes for Tom and you @bobbiwoz

 

[TCRAIG]

Bobbi - keeping you and Tom in my prayers .

 

[bobbiwoz]

Thank you all! Tom is getting calls of encouragement, and he’s in good spirits! I’ve told him about all your good wishes.

 

[jimmytammy]

Bobbi,
Prayers for you folks

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Bobbi Prayers and best wishes for a good outcome and quick recovery

 

[bobbiwoz]

Just wanted to say that Tom is in ICU as expected, and the operation went as it should! He is doing what he’s supposed to do, he wants to come home and recover.

The carcinoid tumor was very small, they did remove his lower left lobe because of the likelihood of another one growing,

He knows about so many of you sending good wishes and prayers, and he’s very happy, and thanks you!

He and I will be at VWL December 1-3. On the 3rd we go on a Merrytime DCL cruise. We are thankful for what has happened so far!

Bobbi

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Just wanted to say that Tom is in ICU as expected, and the operation went as it should! He is doing what he’s supposed to do, he wants to come home and recover.

The carcinoid tumor was very small, the did remove his lower left lobe because of the likelihood of another one growing,

He knows about so many of you sending good wishes and prayers, and he’s very happy, and thanks you!

He and I will be at VWL December 1-3. On the 3rd we go on a Merrytime DCL cruise. We are thankful for what has happened so far!

Bobbi

Thank you for the update. I'm glad things went well and I hope he has a quick and smooth recovery.

 

[Suzabella]

I've been out of town for a funeral so off line.

So glad to hear things went well, Bobbiwoz! Sending continued prayers for a speedy recovery!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

I've been out of town for a funeral so off line.

So glad to hear things went well, Bobbiwoz! Sending continued prayers for a speedy recovery!

So sorry for your loss.

 

[bobbiwoz]

So sorry for your loss.

From me, too, Susabella.

 

[Lakegirl]

Just wanted to say that Tom is in ICU as expected, and the operation went as it should! He is doing what he’s supposed to do, he wants to come home and recover.

The carcinoid tumor was very small, they did remove his lower left lobe because of the likelihood of another one growing,

He knows about so many of you sending good wishes and prayers, and he’s very happy, and thanks you!

He and I will be at VWL December 1-3. On the 3rd we go on a Merrytime DCL cruise. We are thankful for what has happened so far!

Bobbi

So glad to hear everything went well. Prayers for a speedy recover.

 

[Suzabella]

From me, too, Susabella.

Thank you. We lost my last surviving Aunt. UTI turned into sepsis. At 91 she was still active and living on her own. She was an incredible woman who lived a very good life.

 

[bluecastle]

Just wanted to say that Tom is in ICU as expected, and the operation went as it should! He is doing what he’s supposed to do, he wants to come home and recover.

The carcinoid tumor was very small, they did remove his lower left lobe because of the likelihood of another one growing,

He knows about so many of you sending good wishes and prayers, and he’s very happy, and thanks you!

He and I will be at VWL December 1-3. On the 3rd we go on a Merrytime DCL cruise. We are thankful for what has happened so far!

Bobbi

That is great news! Praying for a quick and complete recovery. Will he be experiencing any shortness of breath because of this? Hoping you have a magical and relaxing time in December!
I know I have been AWOL. I kept thinking I had to catch up before posting and then I realized that my time away from this wonderful group was getting way too long!!
We are most likely postponing our granddaughter’s first trip from February to November 2022. It’s a really long countdown, but I think it’s best for a few reasons. She is too young to be vaccinated ( a little over 2) ), things are not great with my DD and her husband right now, so financially I want to be prepared for whatever may happen, and even though she won’t be free, I think she will enjoy it more at almost 3 and a half.
Anyhow, I’m hoping I can still get Kidani 2 BR, even though it will probably be only 3 adults and DGD. We want this trip to be resort-centric and low-key ( haha, low-key at WDW!) If I can’t modify my cash res when I reach my cancellation without penalty date, I guess I’ll just try for 2 rooms in Jambo and keep calling back I hope they hire more phone CM’s by then!!
Hope everyone and their families are doing well. I’ve missed sitting in a rocker and chatting with y’all!

 

[sleepydog25]

That is great news! Praying for a quick and complete recovery. Will he be experiencing any shortness of breath because of this? Hoping you have a magical and relaxing time in December!
I know I have been AWOL. I kept thinking I had to catch up before posting and then I realized that my time away from this wonderful group was getting way too long!!
We are most likely postponing our granddaughter’s first trip from February to November 2022. It’s a really long countdown, but I think it’s best for a few reasons. She is too young to be vaccinated ( a little over 2) ), things are not great with my DD and her husband right now, so financially I want to be prepared for whatever may happen, and even though she won’t be free, I think she will enjoy it more at almost 3 and a half.
Anyhow, I’m hoping I can still get Kidani 2 BR, even though it will probably be only 3 adults and DGD. We want this trip to be resort-centric and low-key ( haha, low-key at WDW!) If I can’t modify my cash res when I reach my cancellation without penalty date, I guess I’ll just try for 2 rooms in Jambo and keep calling back I hope they hire more phone CM’s by then!!
Hope everyone and their families are doing well. I’ve missed sitting in a rocker and chatting with y’all!

Your desire to postpone seems reasonable all around, and here's hoping you can get things settled with your reservations. And it's wonderful that you stopped by--we've always been a respite here from the outside world, a place to come and feel like family.

 

[bobbiwoz]

bluecastle, the trip will be worth waiting for!

Thank you for your prayers and good wishes. Tom took a selfie this morning, and mentioned that he didn’t need to push the red button for pain, overnight. As far as shortness of breath, he probably will have some, but with breathing exercises, he should be fine.

We have a DDiL who is a nurse, and she’s encouraging Tom to get up and walk so he doesn’t develop blood clots. She’s giving advice from afar, but he’ll listen to her for sure.

Tom also mentioned that his night ECU nurse is a “ DVC nut.” I think that may translate to “Groupie.”

 

[Suzabella]

So glad he continues to improve. It helps so much to have family with that kind of knowledge. Peace of mind. The Disnurse doesn't hurt!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Bobbi
So glad to hear the good news!
Prayers continue

 

[bobbiwoz]

Hi! Tom continues to improve. He was walking with a therapist yesterday. He still has the drain in his side, and if it gets removed today, he COULD come home tomorrow. It’s wonderful to realize the surgery is behind him, and was successful. He texted this morning that he had a good night.