VWL Groupies...yes, we love the Lodge, a lot!!

[twinklebug]

As many have said, the Groupies are the best! Thanks to you all. So many have sent their glad tidings to us during the build up to The Moment, that it is hard to recognize each of you. Truly, we are humbled and thrilled by your kind comments. We are two of a kind, Chris and I, so we thank you as one.

P.S. 2 hours and 9 minutes. . .

The wedding is only the prologue to your lives together. The true story and love is in the pages that follow. I wish you both the best for a wonderful, long, successful and loving marriage.

 

[tea pot]

Many Blessings

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Congratulations Sly and Luv!!!

 

[eliza61]

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails

~1 Corinthians 13

Have a blessed day!!

 

[kkmousealow]

Wow a wedding day! Best wishes for a wonderful day and a happily ever after!!!

 

[horselover]

CONGRATULATIONS SLEEPY & LUV!!!!




Teapot - we didn't go to the DIS meet. I didn't even know about it.

Twinklebug - I'm sorry for what you're going through at work. I hate to give someone advice on whether they should quit a job without having a new one lined up. On the one hand I definitely agree there is a lot to be said for mental health & no one should have to put up with abusive treatment at work. Have you come right out & said to your manager if they don't switch you out of that dept. then you'll need to give your notice? What do you think he or she would say if you did? On the other hand if you decide to leave do you have the means to support yourself while looking for a new position? Perhaps the answer to that question will help you to know whether to press send on the email or not. I agree with Muush the market is better now then it was a year ago but still no guarantee you'll find a new position quickly. Sending tons of good thoughts, hugs, & pixie dust your way that you will find yourself in a better position (whether that be at your current job or a new one) very soon. ixiedust ixiedust

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

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On a personal note - I could use a hug and pixie dust here.
For a long time now I've been asking for an opportunity that better suits my skill set at work (I'm a software engineer, and this job is for actuarial analysts) and have been told there is plenty of work in the team I want to move to. Over the last month I was moved in the opposite direction, I've was "temporarily loaned" to a support group to cover for vacations. The person I was covering for however quit right after returning from his vacation. I now find myself stressed by the work demands and and bullied beyond belief by the manager there with no way out.

From what my own manager tells me, everyone in this company lives in fear of this manager as she has the ear of the top dog at the company and runs to him with every issue regarding people. I asked earlier this week to be removed from this project when I realized just how bad my anxiety was getting, but as they don't have a replacement for me I'm not going to be moved until I get back from vacation at the end of the month ... at the earliest.

After a night and morning of worry, I have decided my mental health is worth more than anything and have my resignation letter written and ready to send. Only two things are stopping me: 1) I have no alternate job lined up, and the time to find one may take months; and 2) Despite not being in the perfect role for my skills, I was doing well and had high hopes for the switch over to the team that would use my knowledge and skills properly. I thought just by writing the letter and outlining my feelings would help diffuse the situation, but I think it's made it worse... I'm very ready to press send on that email, but will give it one more work day to see if it gets any better.

The one saving factor I keep reminding myself of is that I am in control of whether I choose to stay or leave, not the bullying manager. My 16 yo son says she needs to attend anger management classes. That made my day... LOL. I love my son's way of thinking. Think I'll put a sticky on my monitor to remind me of how ridiculous she's being.

twinklebug I was wondering the same thing as Julie if you have express fully to your manager how for your mental health you are feeling you will need to quit if you are not moved. I haven't been in exactly the same situation but involved in some ways on both sides. As an employee I would get moved around because I apparently was adaptable and hard working. So when others were falling down I was asked to step in and correct - a couple of times to a breaking point. But I learned my manager did recognize the difference and when it came to nervous breakdown time I was shifted. Not the best way for an employee to be handled but the improvement finally came.

And I've been on the management side where I was stuck between a rock and a hard place with work that needed to be done and limited people to do it. However if a valued employee were going to be leaving due to a temporary switch I'd have preferred to know and would have done what I could since that position was going to need filling either way. Again - not ideal but sometimes everyone gets stuck in positions that it's difficult to find a win-win for. But a reality check/shove can get sometimes get things back into perspective.

Best thoughts to you while you are figuring out what you need to do.

One other note - I have quite a job that was causing me health issues due to the stress. I was being asked to handle things in a manner I found contrary to my business ethics. When it became apparent the situation was not going to change I resigned. I did not regret it.

 

[wfc4life]

The Moment arrives in 5 hours and 45 minutes. . .so very hard to contain my excitement. It's about darn time is about all I can say. Have a great 5th of July, Groupies! + =

Happy Wedding Day Slydog and Luv!! May it exceed all your expectations.

 

[wfc4life]

Thanks to everyone for the wonderful birthday wishes. This group is awesome! I had the best birthday possible (without being in WDW).

 

[sleepydog25]

Just as wfc4life says, you are the best bunch on the DIS Boards and beyond. Thank you for so many well wishes and blessings! The Moment went off with nary a hitch (it was a close call between showers, however), and we are thoroughly, happily, and finally married. So many of you pointed out that marriages go beyond the day of the ceremony itself, and we couldn't agree more wholeheartedly. Though today was important as a date to celebrate in coming years, The Moment itself was merely an acknowledgement of the partnership and commitment that already existed and that will flourish. We are exceptionally fortunate people simply by finding the other. The "rest of your life" is not only our pledge but our belief, as well. Again, thank you each and everyone for your support.

We have two more days here, then off on our cruise before returning for one day at the World. Ciao!

 

[Linda67]

Hi Linda

How was the Wonder? Is she still beautiful? We are (supposed) to go on her in May and I am a tad apprehensive after the Fantasy (what a great ship!). So glad your cruise was amazing.

When are you going in Dec? We'll be there then too!

The Wonder was in great shape!
We were a little concerned ahead of the cruise as we have only cruised twice before, on the Dream and the Fantasy so we were worried that we may have been a little disappointed ..... We couldn't have been more wrong!!
Both of us fell in love with the ship, the crew were outstanding, the whole ship was spotless, and the smaller size made the ship seem cosier and friendly - we wouldn't hesitate to sail on her again
We are at the Lodge from the 3rd to the 14th of December and can't wait !!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Many congrats to Sleepydog and Luv !!!!!!​

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[Muushka]

Thanks to everyone for the wonderful birthday wishes. This group is awesome! I had the best birthday possible (without being in WDW).

I'm so glad it was awesome!

Just as wfc4life says, you are the best bunch on the DIS Boards and beyond. Thank you for so many well wishes and blessings! The Moment went off with nary a hitch (it was a close call between showers, however), and we are thoroughly, happily, and finally married. So many of you pointed out that marriages go beyond the day of the ceremony itself, and we couldn't agree more wholeheartedly. Though today was important as a date to celebrate in coming years, The Moment itself was merely an acknowledgement of the partnership and commitment that already existed and that will flourish. We are exceptionally fortunate people simply by finding the other. The "rest of your life" is not only our pledge but our belief, as well. Again, thank you each and everyone for your support.

We have two more days here, then off on our cruise before returning for one day at the World. Ciao!

It is so heartwarming to see a groom so excited about his wedding day. So many times we only have the bride's perspective. But today is our brother, Sly's wedding day. And we rejoice with him. See Eliza below for my wedding/marriage wish:

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails

~1 Corinthians 13

Have a blessed day!!

Amen E!

Happy Wedding to Sly and Luv!!

 

[DiznyDi]

Sleepy and Luv are married!
DDad and I send our very Best Wishes and hearty Congratulations for a lifetime of love and happiness.

 

[DiznyDi]

twinkle I don't have any profound words of wisdom for you. Just know that the Groupies are here to offer support. I hope you're able to find a workable solution that keeps your mental health in check and allows you to work at your optimum performance level. Moose dust coming your way!

 

[Granny]

Congratulations Patrick & Chris!!!


Awesome....just awesome!


And we will patiently wait to see those pix!

 

[Kathymford]

I don't chime in often, but this group s truly wonderful and genuine. Congrats to the newlyweds!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

twinklebug
Your manager sounds a bit abusive with their power. From what you share, this person seems like a not so good person who makes themselves "look good" by making others look small. And that tends to come from feeling threat by others skills, etc.

A fellow co-worker/now long time employee of our co. is this way, and we know it. He is at retirement age, his knees wont allow him to physically endure what we require of others, but he is here because of his knowledge. Yet, he will come to me or my dad and tell us what somebody else did wrong. He had the audacity a few years ago, when we were building 5000 sq. ft. houses(he likes making a big splash)to tell people "He IS Ray Whitesell Contractors"(BTW, this got back to us). I only wanted to share this as we deal with personnel issues with our small co.

So, my thoughts on this are as others say, speak with your manager, if it falls on deaf ears, go to the top if possible, and say your peace. This way, before you walk away, you know you made the effort to speak what was needed, then, with peace of mind, you can live without question, did you do the right thing.

And one last thing, in this economic env. we are in, remember this, businesses are born out of necessity. Not saying this is the only choice, but consider it. I love seeing new business born, create ones own environment.

I will pray for you as you deal with the days ahead, that God provide you insight and wisdom as you make decisions.

 

[jimmytammy]

A huge Congratulations as you start your days ahead as One!!

 

[rusafee1183]

Morning Groupies. What are everyone's plans this weekend?

I am headed to a picnic today to celebrate the 4th. I tried out a new recipe from Pinterest, "Snickers Ice Cream Sandwich Cake" it looks AMAZING - so I am guessing this will be a keeper. Plus, no baking

I started work on our back yard on the 4th, no patio laying or anything to my actual yard - but we cleaned up the patio, bought a few hanging flowers and a new deck box for storage and it's already made a HUGE difference. It has at least bought me some time to decide what to do back there, and maybe if I procrastinate long enough - summer stuff will be on sale.

Other than that, nothing new around here.... Bob still hasn't decided what to do about school. He is going to talk to someone at our community college to see what options he would have there first. We are scaredy cats, so who know what will happen.

He said to me the other day "we may not have much money, but we will never be poor" Love that man.

Happy 4th of July Groupies!

I think it's too easy to forget how blessed we all are to live in such a country that respects and offers opportunities to it's people. We still have to work for it, but they're there!




So excited for you!!! Wish we could all be there.

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On a personal note - I could use a hug and pixie dust here.
For a long time now I've been asking for an opportunity that better suits my skill set at work (I'm a software engineer, and this job is for actuarial analysts) and have been told there is plenty of work in the team I want to move to. Over the last month I was moved in the opposite direction, I've was "temporarily loaned" to a support group to cover for vacations. The person I was covering for however quit right after returning from his vacation. I now find myself stressed by the work demands and and bullied beyond belief by the manager there with no way out.

From what my own manager tells me, everyone in this company lives in fear of this manager as she has the ear of the top dog at the company and runs to him with every issue regarding people. I asked earlier this week to be removed from this project when I realized just how bad my anxiety was getting, but as they don't have a replacement for me I'm not going to be moved until I get back from vacation at the end of the month ... at the earliest.

After a night and morning of worry, I have decided my mental health is worth more than anything and have my resignation letter written and ready to send. Only two things are stopping me: 1) I have no alternate job lined up, and the time to find one may take months; and 2) Despite not being in the perfect role for my skills, I was doing well and had high hopes for the switch over to the team that would use my knowledge and skills properly. I thought just by writing the letter and outlining my feelings would help diffuse the situation, but I think it's made it worse... I'm very ready to press send on that email, but will give it one more work day to see if it gets any better.

The one saving factor I keep reminding myself of is that I am in control of whether I choose to stay or leave, not the bullying manager. My 16 yo son says she needs to attend anger management classes. That made my day... LOL. I love my son's way of thinking. Think I'll put a sticky on my monitor to remind me of how ridiculous she's being.

How is everything going Twinklebug? Have a you decided what to do?

I don't have much input, like others have said - I would hate to steer you wrong. Plus, I can't even make good decisions for my own life clearly. You don't WANT my input



But, we are here to listen.

I do agree that it's a shame that she is in a position of power, and is so abusive to her staff. We have someone like that at my job too. Like, JT - our employee has been there forever and knows EVERYTHING - but has a horrible attitude. I have learned how to "play" her.... but it's a shame when people can't just go to work, do their job and be pleasant to one another.

I think the post it idea is a good one. Put some pics of the Lodge up, play some Disney music on your ipod/radio/computer, and remember that there are nice, good, decent people out there. She sounds like she's missing a lot in her life, and for that you have the upper hand.