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

[Muushka]

Sweeet!!!

Jimmy, I quoted you so I could see how much you put into your

Sweeet!!!

wow, a lot of work! Hope you don't mind, I just stole it.

Oh no, can I get points for that?????

 

[Msmithmd]

So, groupies-

We bought after visiting for a meal, walking around, having a very friendly CM at the front desk show us around a 2 bedroom, and deciding it was "for us.". But have never stayed there! So, what are your favorite things about the lodge?

 

[Kathymford]

So, groupies-

We bought after visiting for a meal, walking around, having a very friendly CM at the front desk show us around a 2 bedroom, and deciding it was "for us.". But have never stayed there! So, what are your favorite things about the lodge?

No buses to MK! It's all about the relaxing boat ride to the park for us!

 

[bagsmom]

Hey all! I am sort of lurking these days. Reading when I have a chance, but I am woefully behind on everyone's news. Sorry!

Life is running at full speed right now with kid stuff.

Found out one of my very dearest friends has cancer -- it's been so shocking and upsetting. She's very young to have the kind of cancer that she does. And she doesn't fit ANY of the profiles. No family history. Healthy diet. Young. Symptoms that appeared out of nowhere and boom -- it's spread to the liver. It's just unreal.

Ugh.

Anyway, didn't want you to think I totally disappeared. Hoping all is well with all of you! May your Thursday be Magical!

 

[Dizny Dad]

So, groupies . . . . . what are your favorite things about the lodge?

Sit on your balcony in the morning, coffee in hand, and let the song of the early morning boat horns call to your inner being, saying . . WELCOME HOME!

 

[DiznyDi]

Sit on your balcony in the morning, coffee in hand, and let the song of the early morning boat horns call to your inner being, saying . . WELCOME HOME!

I am in total agreement!

And the boat ride to MK too. And the peace and serenity that seems to fill your soul. And the splashing of ducks in the Villas pool early in the morning - Dory used to have a really cute picture. And sitting by the fireplace after a long day at the parks enjoying the warmth and discussing the high points of the day. And meeting up with Groupies and sharing a bit of each others lives and maybe a little cake! And, if you are fortunate enough, to be Flag Family - seeing the World from atop the Lodge on a clear morning is wonderful: my heart skips a beat just holding the Lodge flag in my hands! DDad does the American Flag, this is impressive too.

Moose Dust for Julie! I hope your wait list comes through for you!

 

[sleepydog25]

So, groupies-

We bought after visiting for a meal, walking around, having a very friendly CM at the front desk show us around a 2 bedroom, and deciding it was "for us.". But have never stayed there! So, what are your favorite things about the lodge?

luvvwl says the boat horn in the morning and the flickering lamps along the walkway in the evening. Since she stole mine, I will say that I count as my fondest memory walking into the lobby after having driven for many hours. I never fail to get heart palpitations the moment I step through the doors. On a recurring basis, I love running the nature trail to FW and back--it's serene and lovely. Finally, dining at Artist Point is a tradition with us, and even when the meal isn't as good as it should be, we still feel home.

 

[Muushka]

Hey all! I am sort of lurking these days. Reading when I have a chance, but I am woefully behind on everyone's news. Sorry!

Life is running at full speed right now with kid stuff.

Found out one of my very dearest friends has cancer -- it's been so shocking and upsetting. She's very young to have the kind of cancer that she does. And she doesn't fit ANY of the profiles. No family history. Healthy diet. Young. Symptoms that appeared out of nowhere and boom -- it's spread to the liver. It's just unreal.

Ugh.

Anyway, didn't want you to think I totally disappeared. Hoping all is well with all of you! May your Thursday be Magical!

I'm so sorry about your friend. A dear friend had the same thing happen to him 2 years ago.

I hope she will beat this terrible disease.

 

[bellaphia]

hi all! does anyone have any photos of a lock off two bedroom? we have only stayed in a dedicated at VWL but could only get a lock-off this time! just wanted to see what to expect..is the second room alot smaller since there is a kitchenette and the pull out in the bedroom is it only a full, not a queen right?
thanks!

 

[Anna114]

As I said previously we booked a dedicated 2 br for our trip next August. My husband asked me today if they would let us look at one next week. Has anyone asked to see an empty room? We have only seen the studio I would be interested to see it too. Only 3 more sleeps until VWL.

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[Disney loving Iowan]

Hey..any time! Would love to meet up!!

I am such a bad procrastinator! I think what I need to do is plan on doing something up your way sometime and we can at least meet up for dinner.

Woohoo! Got our "passed ROFR" notice on 300 point VWL resale this afternoon! And many, many excellent trips to the lodge await...

Congrats! I really love Native American and western culture so for me I love to just walk around the whole place and even though I already have a ton of pictures I still go on a photo safari.

Hey all! I am sort of lurking these days. Reading when I have a chance, but I am woefully behind on everyone's news. Sorry!

Life is running at full speed right now with kid stuff.

Found out one of my very dearest friends has cancer -- it's been so shocking and upsetting. She's very young to have the kind of cancer that she does. And she doesn't fit ANY of the profiles. No family history. Healthy diet. Young. Symptoms that appeared out of nowhere and boom -- it's spread to the liver. It's just unreal.

Ugh.

Anyway, didn't want you to think I totally disappeared. Hoping all is well with all of you! May your Thursday be Magical!

Moose dust for your friend. My sis in law is going through treatment for cancer right now. Even though she did have a history I have never know anyone who has taken better care of themselves. Hopefully they can both overcome it!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

So anyway my daughter needs to go in tomorrow for an MRI. She is pretty nervous about it because of being claustrophobic. The doctor prescribed valium to calm her down ahead of time. Hopefully she will be okay. She has been getting migraines for a number of years but this past summer they have been really bothering her every day. Her doctor is just doing this as a precaution. He doesn't think there is anything more to worry about. We just need to get her medication worked out. Poor kid. She has been miserable.

 

[blossomz]

I am such a bad procrastinator! I think what I need to do is plan on doing something up your way sometime and we can at least meet up for dinner.


ABolutely!!

Pixie dust heading your way for your daughter. Hopefully it will result in helping stop those headaches!

 

[Muushka]

As I said previously we booked a dedicated 2 br for our trip next August. My husband asked me today if they would let us look at one next week. Has anyone asked to see an empty room? We have only seen the studio I would be interested to see it too. Only 3 more sleeps until VWL.

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We have stayed in a dedicated 2 BR at VWL. What do you want to know?
We liked it for our guests because they each had their own bed (2 women) and the room was quite comfy. Let me know what you need to know and I will try to answer your questions.

So anyway my daughter needs to go in tomorrow for an MRI. She is pretty nervous about it because of being claustrophobic. The doctor prescribed valium to calm her down ahead of time. Hopefully she will be okay. She has been getting migraines for a number of years but this past summer they have been really bothering her every day. Her doctor is just doing this as a precaution. He doesn't think there is anything more to worry about. We just need to get her medication worked out. Poor kid. She has been miserable.

Oh ugh. I suffer from claustrophobia and had to have an MRI. I also had Valium and it helped quite a bit.
I hope all goes well for her...

 

[jimmytammy]

So, groupies-

We bought after visiting for a meal, walking around, having a very friendly CM at the front desk show us around a 2 bedroom, and deciding it was "for us.". But have never stayed there! So, what are your favorite things about the lodge?

So many things that are special about VWL/WL have been mentioned, so I will add, the music, oh so faint, but it is there. Western themed and goes so well with the theming. Also, early in the AM, spotting wildlife in the trees.

WL is so majestic, and in its own right, IMO, is the most beautiful of all the resorts at WDW. But the little things seem to be what stands out for us groupies. The in your face stuff, its grand, the totems, the huge fireplace, the massive look of it all. But its the little details, sometimes hidden, sometimes right in front of you, but if you are park frenzy, you miss them. Some dont get it. So as they say, stop and smell the roses, soak it all in, and at the end of the day, you will feel so good to be a part of the ownership of such a magical place!

 

[jimmytammy]

bagsmom and DLI
Prayers heading your way for your loved ones

DLI, I have never had migraines, but I take a vitamin called Curamin, all natural product for aches and pains, no side effects that works very well, and its quick. We buy locally at a Earth Harvest store. Migraines are mentioned as something this product relieves. Its pricey, but pain needing management seems to know no price.

 

[jimmytammy]

hi all! does anyone have any photos of a lock off two bedroom? we have only stayed in a dedicated at VWL but could only get a lock-off this time! just wanted to see what to expect..is the second room alot smaller since there is a kitchenette and the pull out in the bedroom is it only a full, not a queen right?
thanks!

Dont have pics to share but wanted to say...

Welcome to the groupies!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

One last thing, wanted to share, its my fathers 81st birthday today. He moves like a 61 yr old, still in great shape, works with me everyday, still can accomplish a lot by the end of the day. I hope Im half as good in shape as him if I make it that far!

 

[bagsmom]

Disney Loving Iowan -- I had to have an MRI for my shoulder just recently. I did an "open" MRI, which is sort of like being the meat between two hamburger buns. I am very claustrophobic!

It was fine! I did not take any valium or anything. One tip: I closed my eyes before they lowered the "top bun." I know it was very close to my face, but since I didn't see it, it wasn't bad. The technician played Enya music and I actually fell asleep!

I will pray that your daughter's experience is as easy as mine was!

Thanks to all for the prayers for my friend -- and please keep them coming!

 

[eliza61]

I am in total agreement!

And the boat ride to MK too. And the peace and serenity that seems to fill your soul. And the splashing of ducks in the Villas pool early in the morning - Dory used to have a really cute picture. And sitting by the fireplace after a long day at the parks enjoying the warmth and discussing the high points of the day. And meeting up with Groupies and sharing a bit of each others lives and maybe a little cake!

Moose Dust for Julie! I hope your wait list comes through for you!

Did some one say "peace and serenity"? Just what I need this morning. Just dumped an entire jar of strawberry jelly on my white shirt. because the other species in my house cannot manage to screw the top onto a jar....... the lodge is my happy place, the lodge is my happy place.