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

[Dizny Dad]

You all know that sometimes, as a parent, you find the need to share what your little darlings are doing, so please forgive me . . . .

Our daughter, Pastor Katie, with DSIL Pastor Luke's help, gives her children's sermon yesterday . . . .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jk1b9RPhdaA&feature=colike

DiznyDi & I are in there if you look quick in the beginning . .you know parents; always lurking around . . .

 

[jimmytammy]

You all know that sometimes, as a parent, you find the need to share what your little darlings are doing, so please forgive me . . . .

Our daughter, Pastor Katie, with DSIL Pastor Luke's help, gives her children's sermon yesterday . . . .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jk1b9RPhdaA&feature=colike

DiznyDi & I are in there if you look quick in the beginning . .you know parents; always lurking around . . .

Dont blame you for being proud, watched it and loved it! Great message for all ages

 

[tea pot]

Dont blame you for being proud, watched it and loved it! Great message for all ages

Ditto Di and Dad What a blessing they must be to you and their church

Dynaguy Hope you had a Great Birthday Day !

 

[twinklebug]

Hey all - not sure if it's been noted, it seems that when it's raining out the nighttime beach movie is moved indoors to the Villa's train room. My plan to read by the fire before bed last night was put aside. Will have to save the last chapters for tonight

For any who many be concerned: the children were very well behaved and quietly sat on the floors while the few lucky parents sat by the fire places both in the train room and in the lobby. Minimal disturbance.

 

[MiaSRN62]

You all know that sometimes, as a parent, you find the need to share what your little darlings are doing, so please forgive me . . . .

Our daughter, Pastor Katie, with DSIL Pastor Luke's help, gives her children's sermon yesterday . . . .

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jk1b9RPhdaA&feature=colike

DiznyDi & I are in there if you look quick in the beginning . .you know parents; always lurking around . . .

Very nice Dizny Dad.....your daughter is a wonderful pastor and teacher. She really knows how to relate to the children on their level. Great message.

twinklebug...continue to enjoy you VWL time...and hope you get to read those final chapters

 

[wildernessDad]

JT, I sent you a PM on this.

But it's the first time I've used the online reservation system and I like how they show you which points will be used in what order.

We've changed from 1 week in May, 2013 in a 1 bedroom to 5 nights in May, 2013 in a 2 bedroom to stretch out more and to hopefully give my daughter a chance to come with us. We're still staying at VWL of course.

 

[MiaSRN62]

But it's the first time I've used the online reservation system and I like how they show you which points will be used in what order.

Love this as well and wonder why it took so long to get an online system ! I addicted to it...so much easier than on the phone with all those voice prompts and having to repeat emails and SS #'s over and over. Glad you were able to get VWL WD !!!!!

 

[eliza61]

Ditto!
110 days for us. Sure would like to be going down for F&W and MNSSHP.
I've had a busy week: moms house was broken into not one but twice within 24 hrs. Lots of police/ detectives. Now dealing with insurance and home security personnel. I've really missed my Groupies!

Ohio is now in the 70's. Nice with a gentle breeze. Certainly a pleasant respite from our record-breaking high temps.

I think I saw on FB that Julie is in the World....... Enjoy your stay and think of us every once in a while.

grrrr Man that sucks. Hope all goes well.

Glad to hear temperatures in Ohio are moderate. We leave tomorrow morning, bright and early (3am to be exact ) and hoping that some way the laws of physics will be suspended because Sid's got way more crap than can possibly fit into one dorm room.
A bit bittersweet because the "old guy" can't make the trip, he's on his second round of chemo......

I think Sid has found a kindred spirit in his roommate though, they've never met but have been chatting via face book. Yesterday they were discussing what materials would be needed to plan a "heist". Aaaah so glad the proceeds from selling my kidney are not going to waste......

Muushka,
I took a page out of your play book and finally, finally upgraded to a smart phone. Of course the first thing I downloaded was a disney vacation countdown calendar.

61 days before I'm checking into Saratoga Springs.... 62 days before I'm sitting in at artist point.

 

[jimmytammy]

Hey all - not sure if it's been noted, it seems that when it's raining out the nighttime beach movie is moved indoors to the Villa's train room. My plan to read by the fire before bed last night was put aside. Will have to save the last chapters for tonight

For any who many be concerned: the children were very well behaved and quietly sat on the floors while the few lucky parents sat by the fire places both in the train room and in the lobby. Minimal disturbance.

Thats cool to know...I might would actually watch the movie if it were inside, not much on sitting still outside as bugs tend to like me, esp. mosquitos. Im like a Golden Corral for them, they just flock around me, and I do bathe once a week or when Tammy makes me

 

[jimmytammy]

grrrr Man that sucks. Hope all goes well.

Glad to hear temperatures in Ohio are moderate. We leave tomorrow morning, bright and early (3am to be exact ) and hoping that some way the laws of physics will be suspended because Sid's got way more crap than can possibly fit into one dorm room.
A bit bittersweet because the "old guy" can't make the trip, he's on his second round of chemo......

I think Sid has found a kindred spirit in his roommate though, they've never met but have been chatting via face book. Yesterday they were discussing what materials would be needed to plan a "heist". Aaaah so glad the proceeds from selling my kidney are not going to waste......

Muushka,
I took a page out of your play book and finally, finally upgraded to a smart phone. Of course the first thing I downloaded was a disney vacation countdown calendar.

61 days before I'm checking into Saratoga Springs.... 62 days before I'm sitting in at artist point.

In the case of Sid, I believe God puts people together for His reasons, and it sounds like Sid may have found a friend. And prayers are continuing for your DH and your family

 

[MiaSRN62]

Yesterday they were discussing what materials would be needed to plan a "heist". Aaaah so glad the proceeds from selling my kidney are not going to waste......


61 days before I'm checking into Saratoga Springs.... 62 days before I'm sitting in at artist point.

Love your wit and sense of humor eliza !
Good luck to Sid !!!! Glad he's bonding with his roomie. Facebook was SO beneficial to my daughter when she left for college (PA to FL). It was AMAZING how so many of her campus-mates acted like they knew eachother forever. Facebook allowed them to have months of bonding before even meeting and it made a world of difference. Wish they had had FB when I went to college ! Heck....I would have been happy with a cell phone or a computer even (using type writers and word processors back then !!! Yikes !)
Continued prayers to your hubby---hope he is feeling better very soon.

Just keep countin' down......it's half the fun !

 

[dsneygirl]

We're just over 30 days out now! Can't wait to be back home

 

[alwaysmagical]

I just posted this over in the OKW lovers thread (doing a split stay) but does anyone know if the villas at WL have blenders? I recently started eating protein shakes for breakfast and I don't want to stop for lack of a blender at WDW. Thanks!

 

[DiznyDi]

We've been in studios, and both 1 and 2 bedroom villas. My recollection is there is no blender. However, I don't cook on vacation.

 

[twinklebug]

I just posted this over in the OKW lovers thread (doing a split stay) but does anyone know if the villas at WL have blenders? I recently started eating protein shakes for breakfast and I don't want to stop for lack of a blender at WDW. Thanks!

We've been in studios, and both 1 and 2 bedroom villas. My recollection is there is no blender. However, I don't cook on vacation.

No Blender, food processor or hand mixer in the kitchens at any villa - not sure if housekeeping can supply one of these on request. I'd just (carefully) pack my own if I knew I'd need one.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

I just posted this over in the OKW lovers thread (doing a split stay) but does anyone know if the villas at WL have blenders? I recently started eating protein shakes for breakfast and I don't want to stop for lack of a blender at WDW. Thanks!

I have always heard you can get them from housekeeping but haven't done it personally.

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Thursday to all!!

 

[cheer4bison]

So sorry to have missed Tammy's birthday! I hope you had an excellent celebration this year, Tammy.

I have just returned from a life-changing adventure. My husband, son, and I were in Peru last week with Adventures by Disney. It is their "Sacred Valleys and Incan Cities" itinerary. It was absolutely mind-blowing! The culture, food, and scenery are so different in South America. We are still processing all that we saw and did. As usual, however, I am excited to share the fun with my friends, the Groupies! Here are a few highlights:

Of course no visit to Peru would be complete without a trek to Machu Picchu. It was every bit as majestic and inspiring as others say. It was also an incredible workout with all the climbing. I slept really well that night!

We marveled in the grandeur of the Andes!

Staying in a private bungalow in the Urubamba Valley was a real treat.

(cont.)

 

[cheer4bison]

We were inspired by the talented people we met.

And we even met a few new four-legged friends!

The architecture was beautiful and unlike anything we had ever seen.

It really was the adventure of a lifetime! White water rafting down the Urubamba River, hiking the Inca Trail, and meeting the people of Peru are memories I'll always cherish.

Did I miss anything really exciting while I was gone?

 

[DiznyDi]

Wow - some trip! Beautiful pictures!
Doing ABD is definitely on my bucket list. Thanks for sharing.