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

[jimmytammy]

Sorry it has taken awhile, just wanted to give it time for him to have some results.

Talkes with him yesterday, all is fine. He has to be on blood thinners, Cumadine(sp.?) to help his heart. But he is in great spirits about it. He says hi to all here.

He and Carolyn are looking forward to the Dec. meets and is planning on both Dec. 3 and 6, so for those who can make them, dont miss em!!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Hi Groupies,

It's been several weeks since I posted here and I finally feel ready to write about what has been happening. As many of you know I had posted about my Mother's admittance to the hospital in Sept and I greatly appreciated all the prayers and well wishes. Very sadly after 9 days in the cardiac intensive care unit my Mom passed away at the age of 81. It was a battle that couldn't be won as anything done for her heart affected other organs and vice versa but Mom fought longer than the Dr's thought someone would. For the first 3 days I was at the hospital with her almost round the clock with a couple of brief breaks by DH. Then my sister arrived and one of us was with her at all times until she passed away late on the 27th. We held the funeral in MN the following week (no thanks to the Dr. that let the death certificate sit on his desk for 5 days!).

That was the week that we had a trip planned to WDW to celebrate my Mom's 82nd BD on Oct 7th. After much thought and back and forth decisions DH, my nephew and myself decided to go down for a few days. Just 3 days prior to Mom going into the hospital I asked if she wanted to still go on the trip I got a resounding "yes". Over the last couple of years WDW had offered many wonderful trips for us and the ability to do things that she otherwise couldn't do and she was ready to have another adventure. Somehow it seemed fitting for us to still go and while it was sometimes tough b/c she wasn't there we also had a chance to share memories about previous trips and to get some relaxation.

After that I was in Vegas for a conference and now am back to an emptier house. I had been caring for Mom for the past two years and she was pretty much constantly with me. It's a very sad time and I can't even say we're really beginning to adjust but I know that will come with time. We hadn't realized what a blessing the broken arm that she suffered that led to her coming to live with us would be. We're thankful now that we had the last two years of her with us although it's also more difficult b/c she was such a huge part of our daily lives.

Again - thanks to all who kept her and us in your prayers. Visiting the boards gave me something to do in the long hours at the hospital and now gives me something to take my mind off of it all. I just wanted to share a picture of Mom in April at our dinner at CRT. She did like the Disney trips!

Fay Larson - aka Mom

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Inkmahm - so sorry to hear about Topaz. Pets are such a part of the family and it's hard to say good bye. I'll be thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

 

[DisneyNutzy]

Kat - So sorry to hear about your mom.

JT - Thanks for the Ranger Stan update. Glad to hear he is doing well.

 

[Oshawa]

Kat....I am so sorry for your loss.

 

[Oshawa]

We just got back from our first stay at the Lodge. All I can say is WOW!!
We totally fell in love with it and did not want to come home yesterday! All four of us were sad to leave.
There is such a different feel there. It was so quiet. Our 1 bedroom was great. We were on the first floor room 1548. One morning my youngest DS woke up and looked out the window to see two deer right outside. He was in paradise. He is a real animal lover.
We are looking forward to going back again!!
Now I can understand why all of you love the Lodge so much.
I am so glad we added points there...now hubby wants to add more!!

 

[Inkmahm]

Inkmahm

I am so sorry for you having to go thru this. It is tough when this takes place because they are such a part of you. Praying that God will ease your pain, and help reflect the good times.

horselover

Thank you, all.

My whole family was there for lunch today at mom's house. Much to my
shock, Topaz stood next to my mom to beg for food as she always did. I put a
small piece of fish down for her fully expecting her to turn her nose and
instead she just about took my fingers with it when she snapped it up! She
ate some more fish and then some of mom's deli ham that she keeps for feeding the cats treats. I couldn't believe it. The dog that hasn't eaten anything in days actually ate some food today. I told mom that her food is magic, she got to feed Topaz from the table one last time.

It was a beautiful day outside so we took Topaz out for quite a few pictures
of her with various combinations of family members. She saw a dog about a
block away while we were out there and started to bark. She hasn't barked in
days, either! We didn't think she could see far enough to notice a dog that
far away so the barking was also a surprise. It was good to hear her "voice" again.

Topaz has had a great day so far. It is so hard to think that soon she won't
be here with us but we are enjoying the last days we have with her while we
can. My mom is hoping for a miracle comeback now that Topaz ate a few bites
but I know in my heart that there is no miracle for her. I'm satisfied with
the few extra days we've been able to keep her home.

 

[Inkmahm]

Inkmahm - so sorry to hear about Topaz. Pets are such a part of the family and it's hard to say good bye. I'll be thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

Thank you! I just read your post about your mom, too. I"m sorry for your loss. My dad went with us to Disney several times before he died and I'm so glad we were able to take him. We have some great memories of the trips where he and my mom were able to join us. Now we take my mom with us as often as we can. I know there will come a day when she can't make it anymore and we'll miss the hassles of traveling with her in her wheelchair.

That's a great picture of your mom at CRT- she looks happy! What a beautiful memory of her.

 

[wildernessDad]

Kat. I am sorry to hear of your loss.

 

[franandaj]

So sorry for your loss Kat, I know how tough it is to see your loved ones move on. At least you know she had a very long and happy life and you were able to contribute to that by opening your house to her in her last years.

 

[DiznyDi]

Kathy - DDad and I extend our sympathies to you on the loss of your mom. How wonderful for you that you were able to bring her into your family during her last few years. You've made memories that will stay with you for your lifetime. Thanks for including her picture. What a lovely lady. Hugs to you.
My dad passed before we were able to take him to the world with us. But, like you, Mom has made several trips and loves each one!

 

[lisareniff]

Bottom line, get a character bus from WL to MK.

Check out the following thread!
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2319081

I went there and got the following information.

Thanks WildernessDad. I refer to that thread all the time when questions arise about WL/VWL. Great stuff.

They state that The Blue Flag Boat to the CR starts running at 6:45am and in theory could be an option to the character bus. Do you know if this boat actually is an option for an 8am ADR? or is the Character bus still the way to go?

 

[jimmytammy]

Kat

I am so sorry for your loss. Thanks for sharing that picture of your Mom at CRT. I will pray for you and your family in the coming days.

 

[jimmytammy]

We just got back from our first stay at the Lodge. All I can say is WOW!!
We totally fell in love with it and did not want to come home yesterday! All four of us were sad to leave.
There is such a different feel there. It was so quiet. Our 1 bedroom was great. We were on the first floor room 1548. One morning my youngest DS woke up and looked out the window to see two deer right outside. He was in paradise. He is a real animal lover.
We are looking forward to going back again!!
Now I can understand why all of you love the Lodge so much.
I am so glad we added points there...now hubby wants to add more!!

We feel your pain...and happiness, all at the same time! Glad yall enjoyed yourselves and always good to hear from another fan of the Lodge

 

[tea pot]

Inkmahm You, your family and Topaz are in my prayers today.
We had a similar path with our beloved golden Pookie. They will be forever in our hearts.

Kat So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Prayers for you and your family.
So glad that you had those years with her. May your memories give you comfort.

 

[Granny]

Kat...my sympathies to you and your family at this time. It's neat that you were able to share some of the Disney magic with her, and have many great memories. Prayers for you at this time.

 

[Granny]

Sorry it has taken awhile, just wanted to give it time for him to have some results.

Talkes with him yesterday, all is fine. He has to be on blood thinners, Cumadine(sp.?) to help his heart. But he is in great spirits about it. He says hi to all here.

He and Carolyn are looking forward to the Dec. meets and is planning on both Dec. 3 and 6, so for those who can make them, dont miss em!!

Thank you for continuing to share the news about our leader emeritus. I am looking forward to seeing him again and meeting his sweetie in December.

 

[Anna114]

OK OK OK everyone take a look at my ticker. I just can't wait. It's our first stay at VWL but not our first DVC stay. Did that last week at SSR. I really didn't like Saratoga Springs. The resort was WAY too spread out. Has anyone used a grocery delivery company? We will at the cabins the 4 days before and then at VWL. Has anyone tried to move their food from resort to resort? I was thinking of having the delivery once we arrive at VWL.

 

[blossomz]

Kat...so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. There are several of us on this thread that have endured the loss of a parent and the groupies have been there for all of us. Please know that your groupie friends are here to provide support for you to lean upon.


on another note..did you read that the Fantasy is taking bookings starting Oct 20? Wow!

 

[franandaj]

OK OK OK everyone take a look at my ticker. I just can't wait. It's our first stay at VWL but not our first DVC stay. Did that last week at SSR. I really didn't like Saratoga Springs. The resort was WAY too spread out. Has anyone used a grocery delivery company? We will at the cabins the 4 days before and then at VWL. Has anyone tried to move their food from resort to resort? I was thinking of having the delivery once we arrive at VWL.

I know when we moved from the THV to Kidani last year Bells Services moved everything including our food. I don't know about the cabins...I've used Garden Grocer and was very pleased with their service.