VWL Lovers & Groupies thread: It all started with a Moose

[MiaSRN62]

Happy Saturday morning, everyone! I haven't had much time here lately with being back to work as a consultant for my old company. I promised them 2 days each week and last week I worked 34 hours in 3 days! Not leaving much time for my regular job search. But I keep thinking that every hour I work is more money to ensure I still can be taking vacations this year.

Anyone else book any of the new 2012 Disney cruises yesterday? We switched a dummy cruise I had booked for December this year to one of the 5 day Canadian cruises in August, 2012. They seem pretty expensive to me so I'll probably still research other cruise lines for similar cruises but so far, I like the one we have. I was hoping I'd like the Hawaiian one but there is way too much time at sea and not enough in the islands for my taste. I'll get my husband to Hawaii some day, but it won't be on next April's cruise.

Glad the new job is keeping you busy Inkmahm.
I did think about the Canada one. The NYC is a short drive away from me. The Hawaiin one would be my dream cruise, but it's such a long cruise. The 15 nights is too long for me. I'd never be able to get that time off from the hospital.

 

[MiaSRN62]

But BLT was a complete and wonderful surprise to us. We have a Bay Lake View room and that's a great view as we all know. And we were pleasantly surprised by the landscaping, the feel of the resort and the amenities.

VWL is still #1 in our hearts, but BLT rocketed up the DVC favorites list for us. I can't see us ever wanting to spend points on an MK view. Bay Lake is just such a sweet place to gaze out at and if someone wants to look at MK there are lots of observation decks.

All in all, a nice place to base out of for a WDW visit.

We love BLT more than we thought we would when we bought. And we felt the same as you did about the MK points----until we stayed in a MK view. Now it's all I want, but even having it as my "home" resort, it's very difficult to get. We love looking at the Castle at sunset from our balcony while sipping on wine. But glad you enjoyed your stay at BLT Granny ! The only DVC I have not stayed at as of yet, is BCV.

 

[franandaj]

I remember who they are because as a little girl, my mom played their music. I think Age of Aquarius was her favorite song ! She played it over and over.... I was in grade school I believe.

I was little too but I remember playing "Up, up, and away" over & over & over & well you get the picture!

 

[jimmytammy]

franandaj
Be sure(if time allows)to visit old town FB. Just down the road, maybe 2 miles from FB battle museum. Lots of colonial era and civil war era houses still there. Several, if you look close still have holes with bullets and cannonballs still lodged. One of few truly historic towns I have seen, not redone or rebuilt like more commercially advertised.

Granny
Love seeing those groups, even if not a huge fan. Four Tops were like that, though one was only original. Chubby Checker still hitting those notes. Though they are behind their heydays, still good knowing they are out there. Cant wait to see who will be at F&W lineup.

Muushka
Just let me know when you want to go Civil War will get me in the van as quick as WDW, and thats saying something

 

[eliza61]

I'm way too young to know who they are. . .

LOL, I wish I could say the same. I lipped sinc'ed "stone soul picnic" with a mop on my head to have long luxurious hair in my bedroom.

I won't even discuss the purple & grey strip polyesters pant suit that I thought was soooo cool. The 70's were truly a memorable fashion decade.

 

[Corinne]

Guess who's going on an unexpected anniversary trip to the World Memorial Day weekend?! I've been watching airfares for a couple of days but didn't like the prices. Last night I found a good fare so I booked it. It will be another super short trip (Sat.-Tue.) but I'm very excited.

So now I have a question for DizneyDi or Dad (or any SSR experts). I have no doubt when I call MS at 9:00 they will tell me the only thing available is SSR. Am I correct in thinking that the Congress Park area has a quiet pool? We're all about the quiet pool. A DTD view would be a nice bonus too. We'll have a car so I'm not too concerned about bus stops. Thanks for any input.

Hi Horselover!! That is great!! I KNEW when you posted earlier about the airfare being too high Memorial Day weekend you would manage to find something! Are you flying out of Manchester? We are heading down on the 28th also. We have SSR for the first 2 nights and then heading to the BWV for the remainder of the week. We are on wl for BWV for the first 2 nights, but not sure if that will come through since it is Memorial Day. Cannot wait!!!

 

[horselover]

Hi Horselover!! That is great!! I KNEW when you posted earlier about the airfare being too high Memorial Day weekend you would manage to find something! Are you flying out of Manchester? We are heading down on the 28th also. We have SSR for the first 2 nights and then heading to the BWV for the remainder of the week. We are on wl for BWV for the first 2 nights, but not sure if that will come through since it is Memorial Day. Cannot wait!!!

Yes, once I get the idea in my head I will usually find a way to work it out! I don't give up that easily. We're flying out of Boston. We prefer to fly out of Providence but the SWA flights weren't as good as Jetblue's. I hope your waitlist comes through so you won't have to move. I waitlisted BWV too but I have zero confidence it will come through & to be honest I won't be upset if it doesn't. I really want to see those 1 BRs at OKW. I hope you have a wonderful trip!

 

[Corinne]

Yes, once I get the idea in my head I will usually find a way to work it out! I don't give up that easily.

Haha! I get that!!

 

[Granny]

LOL, I wish I could say the same. I lipped sinc'ed "stone soul picnic" with a mop on my head to have long luxurious hair in my bedroom.

I won't even discuss the purple & grey strip polyesters pant suit that I thought was soooo cool. The 70's were truly a memorable fashion decade.

I forgot...they sang Stone Soul Picnic too. Like I said, I've seen some really over the hill reunion groups (think "Chicago") and these two really do still have wonderful voices.

Purple & grey strip polyester pants suit? Who wouldn't think those are cool?

 

[jimmytammy]

Yes, once I get the idea in my head I will usually find a way to work it out! I don't give up that easily. We're flying out of Boston. We prefer to fly out of Providence but the SWA flights weren't as good as Jetblue's. I hope your waitlist comes through so you won't have to move. I waitlisted BWV too but I have zero confidence it will come through & to be honest I won't be upset if it doesn't. I really want to see those 1 BRs at OKW. I hope you have a wonderful trip!

Thats funny I am glad to know I am not the only one who makes up their mind to do something, they wont rest til its done! I know there are others, but Im glad to truly know one

1 beds at OKW truly magnificent. Yall enjoy!

 

[franandaj]

Thats funny I am glad to know I am not the only one who makes up their mind to do something, they wont rest til its done! I know there are others, but Im glad to truly know one

1 beds at OKW truly magnificent. Yall enjoy!

Count me in as another one. I won't let go until I get what I want once I've decided up on it either!

We'll be in one of those OKW 1 bedrooms in 35 days!

 

[Muushka]

So we went to the Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr show today...part of the Flower Power concert series at EPCOT during the Flower & Garden Festival.

All I can say is...WOW.

Two thumbs way up!

It is really hard to believe that she is 67 years old. And he is 72 years old. I expected, realistically, to see them up there propped up by a lot of backsinging and straining to hit the easy notes.

But they really sounded awesome. Marilyn still has amazing range of voice and Billy belted out the Sam Cooke classic "Change is Gonna Come". We were so pleasantly surprised at the quality of the singing and of course the short concert just left us wanting more. So impressive to see them singing so very well at their age.

Just thought I'd share with the groupies. They can put "One Less Bell to Answer" on the WL soundtrack now.

I loved that group! "Bill I love you so, I always will." Loved that song! In fact I recently bought one of the 5th Dimension greatest hits and I'm not ashamed to say that I remember them WHILE THEY WERE POPULAR!!! Thanks for the memories Granny.

4 more weeks and we will be on a plane on our way to the Lodge!!!

Oooooh! Packing soon!!

We love BLT more than we thought we would when we bought. And we felt the same as you did about the MK points----until we stayed in a MK view. Now it's all I want, but even having it as my "home" resort, it's very difficult to get. We love looking at the Castle at sunset from our balcony while sipping on wine. But glad you enjoyed your stay at BLT Granny ! The only DVC I have not stayed at as of yet, is BCV.

I can't wait to experience it!! Wine and all.

franandaj
Be sure(if time allows)to visit old town FB. Just down the road, maybe 2 miles from FB battle museum. Lots of colonial era and civil war era houses still there. Several, if you look close still have holes with bullets and cannonballs still lodged. One of few truly historic towns I have seen, not redone or rebuilt like more commercially advertised.

Granny
Love seeing those groups, even if not a huge fan. Four Tops were like that, though one was only original. Chubby Checker still hitting those notes. Though they are behind their heydays, still good knowing they are out there. Cant wait to see who will be at F&W lineup.

Muushka
Just let me know when you want to go Civil War will get me in the van as quick as WDW, and thats saying something

I'll give you plenty of notice.

Yes, once I get the idea in my head I will usually find a way to work it out! I don't give up that easily. We're flying out of Boston. We prefer to fly out of Providence but the SWA flights weren't as good as Jetblue's. I hope your waitlist comes through so you won't have to move. I waitlisted BWV too but I have zero confidence it will come through & to be honest I won't be upset if it doesn't. I really want to see those 1 BRs at OKW. I hope you have a wonderful trip!

Have a great time HL.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Guess who's going on an unexpected anniversary trip to the World Memorial Day weekend?! I've been watching airfares for a couple of days but didn't like the prices. Last night I found a good fare so I booked it. It will be another super short trip (Sat.-Tue.) but I'm very excited.

So now I have a question for DizneyDi or Dad (or any SSR experts). I have no doubt when I call MS at 9:00 they will tell me the only thing available is SSR. Am I correct in thinking that the Congress Park area has a quiet pool? We're all about the quiet pool. A DTD view would be a nice bonus too. We'll have a car so I'm not too concerned about bus stops. Thanks for any input.

Happy Friday Groupies!

Edit: Nevermind Di & Dad. I got OKW! Anyone have a suggestion on location for there? Last time we stayed in the North Rd. section. Really nice quiet pool, but far from HH. Any other areas that have a quiet pool, but aren't too far from HH?

How fun Horselover!! We'll miss you by a week. I love the last minute trips you decide to take!

Last trip we spent 1 night at OKW (which I just love BTW) and were in the South Point area in building 56 right by the quiet pool. It's not close to HH at all but it was perfect for pool access and even on our short stay DH was able to take advantage of it.

 

[horselover]

Thats funny I am glad to know I am not the only one who makes up their mind to do something, they wont rest til its done! I know there are others, but Im glad to truly know one

1 beds at OKW truly magnificent. Yall enjoy!

Well I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one too!

I went back & looked at your TR & saw that you were in Turtle Pond. That's the area we requested. Do you remember your building # & would you recommend that location?

 

[Muushka]

Attention!! Attention!!​

Birthday announcement!!

Tomorrow is Granny's birthday!!

Give it up for Granny!!!​

PS I stole the clappers from the Birthday boy!

 

[jimmytammy]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to a great guy, GRANNY!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Well I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one too!

I went back & looked at your TR & saw that you were in Turtle Pond. That's the area we requested. Do you remember your building # & would you recommend that location?

We were in bldg 38 in a studio, which was great because we could watch golfers from our balcony. Then in a 1 bed in bldg 39, no golf view but a pond with fountain. Bldg 37 or 38 would be my preference. But any 1 beds you cant go wrong

Walk to HH area, maybe 10 mins. Really quiet back in TP, the way we like it.

 

[wildernessDad]

Happy birthday, Granny!

 

[MiaSRN62]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANNY !!!!

 

[stopher1]

Happy Birthday Granny!!