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

[Disney loving Iowan]

Now own at all three of the 'Peter Dominick' resorts.

So jealous! Congratulations!

So after deciding we'll be flying I had to adjust our dates a bit. Now we'll be there 8/12-18. But the best news about that is we'll be able to see the Main Street Electrical Parade & Summer Nightastic on Friday night now!

Woo Hoo!!!! The fireworks are awesome!

I am soooooooo very jealous. But glad for you at the same time!

Does anyone know how long the MSEP will be at WDW?

When we did the Keys to the Kingdom tour our tour guide said it would be at least until August 14th. Got the impression that it will go longer but there is no set date yet.

 

[Muushka]

Fingers crossed that it goes until Dec!

 

[jimmytammy]

Congrats WD!!

 

[blossomz]

Thank you so much for all of the kind thoughts. This truly is another place to be "welcomed home".

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Fingers crossed that it goes until Dec!

For you, I sure hope so!!!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Looks like we won't be heading South in December after all. DD has her Christmas orchestra concert that week. It will be her last one so we sure can't miss it. Our new thought is to skip going to Florida at all this next year and instead next summer head west and go to Yellowstone. We would like to stay at Old Faithfull Inn but there aren't many rooms available already. More than a year out. And we talk about how hard it is to book the Lodge in December! I have been to Yellowstone a number of times but I have never gotten to stay in the Inn. I sure would love to at least stay a night there.

 

[lisah0711]

Thank you so much for all of the kind thoughts. This truly is another place to be "welcomed home".

Sending good thoughts and your way!

When we did the Keys to the Kingdom tour our tour guide said it would be at least until August 14th. Got the impression that it will go longer but there is no set date yet.

At DLR this week one of the cast members told us that it was going to make the rounds and go on to Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. It wasn't a bus or boat driver so maybe it is true?

Looks like we won't be heading South in December after all. DD has her Christmas orchestra concert that week. It will be her last one so we sure can't miss it. Our new thought is to skip going to Florida at all this next year and instead next summer head west and go to Yellowstone. We would like to stay at Old Faithfull Inn but there aren't many rooms available already. More than a year out. And we talk about how hard it is to book the Lodge in December! I have been to Yellowstone a number of times but I have never gotten to stay in the Inn. I sure would love to at least stay a night there.

Too bad about having to postpone your trip -- do you think you can waitlist at Yellowstone?

Just returned from a great stay at VGC. It reminds us so much of WL. We had a wonderful room with a partial view of World of Color. The show was clearly audible in the room -- 3 times a night last show at 11:15 pm -- and we were waxing nostalgic for the electric parade at VWL.

 

[stopher1]

Hello Groupies! I'm back from my week in the woods with my sons and those 75 other surrogate sons I got to spend my Father's Day and the following week with, and am almost ready to roll again. It was another nice week at Summer Camp. This was my 4th year going, and each year always has some special times/events. It's neat to watch all of these boys grow up.

Of course returning back to regular life after any trip is never fun or easy. Just getting back into the normal groove of everything is taking some time, and this week is no exception. My laptop's display decided it was time to die, and so it did. All day yesterday was interesting. I ended up back at home to work from here - and today I'm waiting on the repair tech to arrive at the office in a few hours, so I still sit here at home until I need to leave and meet up with the guy.

But after yesterday, I've definitely decided that we need a 3rd computer in our house. Usually the "3rd" is my laptop, but of course that wasn't possible yesterday. Our family one, and the OLD family one that we gave to the kids (with the smaller monitor and slower speeds - oh yeah, and no internet access anymore) just aren't cutting it anymore - especially now that all 5 are vying for time on it. I took absolute priority since I had to do WORK, but it certainly didnt come without a lot of moans and groans from the peanut gallery all afternoon long. "Aren't you done YET?" "Dad, when will you be done?" "Honey, can I just check one quick thing..."

Anyway - I just wanted to say HI. I got a few PM's with trip info posted, and now need to go back and read through the last week of information. I did, however, see that CONGRATS are in order to wildernessDad! Woo hoo. You'll love VGC!

Have a great day all...

 

[lisah0711]

But after yesterday, I've definitely decided that we need a 3rd computer in our house. Usually the "3rd" is my laptop, but of course that wasn't possible yesterday. Our family one, and the OLD family one that we gave to the kids (with the smaller monitor and slower speeds - oh yeah, and no internet access anymore) just aren't cutting it anymore - especially now that all 5 are vying for time on it. I took absolute priority since I had to do WORK, but it certainly didnt come without a lot of moans and groans from the peanut gallery all afternoon long. "Aren't you done YET?" "Dad, when will you be done?" "Honey, can I just check one quick thing..."

Anyway - I just wanted to say HI. I got a few PM's with trip info posted, and now need to go back and read through the last week of information. I did, however, see that CONGRATS are in order to wildernessDad! Woo hoo. You'll love VGC!

Have a great day all...

I know exactly what you mean, stopher. We used to have a sign up sheet at our one computer, just like at the library.

 

[horselover]

Welcome back Stopher!

 

[eliza61]

Looks like we won't be heading South in December after all. DD has her Christmas orchestra concert that week. It will be her last one so we sure can't miss it. Our new thought is to skip going to Florida at all this next year and instead next summer head west and go to Yellowstone. We would like to stay at Old Faithfull Inn but there aren't many rooms available already. More than a year out. And we talk about how hard it is to book the Lodge in December! I have been to Yellowstone a number of times but I have never gotten to stay in the Inn. I sure would love to at least stay a night there.

Wouldn't it be nice if we had money and time enough to visit all the places we'd like. I've been dying to get to Yellowstone and we've been trying to do the new Royal Carribean "oasis of the Seas".

I will say that this is the first year that we've skipped a Disney trip and I can't believe how hard it's been. Maybe because our trip to Paris was cancelled so it feels like we haven't had a vacation. I keep telling myself that in the Grand scheme of things 1 year off will not do me in but thank God for this group or I'd be ripping the heads off of unsuspecting strangers.
I'm actually getting excited for October simply because I'll be able to make my ressies for 2011

I thought about giving Stopher tentative just to keep my spirits up.

 

[Nicoal13]

Prayers for everyone on here that needs them. I see there are a lot of difficult situations for our groupies now.

I have some good news. Our house has been for sale about 5 weeks and we got 2 offers on it yesterday! We countered on both of them and are waiting to hear back. Now we need to find a new house. There is only one that interests us in our town right now and it's a foreclosure that needs work. Hubby completely gutted and remodeled our current home and would have to do it again to this house. Not sure what we want to do. Otherwise we may temporarily move in with my parents. We have 2 dogs and there are no apartments that will allow them in our town. So we could move in with my parents for a couple months and save some money. Such decisions!

 

[Muushka]

Wouldn't it be nice if we had money and time enough to visit all the places we'd like. I've been dying to get to Yellowstone and we've been trying to do the new Royal Carribean "oasis of the Seas".

I will say that this is the first year that we've skipped a Disney trip and I can't believe how hard it's been. Maybe because our trip to Paris was cancelled so it feels like we haven't had a vacation. I keep telling myself that in the Grand scheme of things 1 year off will not do me in but thank God for this group or I'd be ripping the heads off of unsuspecting strangers.
I'm actually getting excited for October simply because I'll be able to make my ressies for 2011

I thought about giving Stopher tentative just to keep my spirits up.

I was so sad that Paris wasn't meant to be. Get a vacation booked!!

Prayers for everyone on here that needs them. I see there are a lot of difficult situations for our groupies now.

I have some good news. Our house has been for sale about 5 weeks and we got 2 offers on it yesterday! We countered on both of them and are waiting to hear back. Now we need to find a new house. There is only one that interests us in our town right now and it's a foreclosure that needs work. Hubby completely gutted and remodeled our current home and would have to do it again to this house. Not sure what we want to do. Otherwise we may temporarily move in with my parents. We have 2 dogs and there are no apartments that will allow them in our town. So we could move in with my parents for a couple months and save some money. Such decisions!

What wonderful news. I hope you will find something quickly.

Loved one's illnesses, joyous celebrations, job losses, deaths of a loved one - what hasn't been posted here and supported by all. I think it's the one "safe place" that we've all felt we could turn to and find a sympathic, supportive ear over the years. Our prayers are with you,your family, and your son as you work through this journey.

So very well said. Some of you Groupies certainly have a wonderful way with words.

Looks like we won't be heading South in December after all. DD has her Christmas orchestra concert that week. It will be her last one so we sure can't miss it. Our new thought is to skip going to Florida at all this next year and instead next summer head west and go to Yellowstone. We would like to stay at Old Faithfull Inn but there aren't many rooms available already. More than a year out. And we talk about how hard it is to book the Lodge in December! I have been to Yellowstone a number of times but I have never gotten to stay in the Inn. I sure would love to at least stay a night there.

Oh no!! I am so sorry. My dream is to stay in Yosemite, but like Yellowstone, we will have to plan several years prior!

Hello Groupies! I'm back from my week in the woods with my sons and those 75 other surrogate sons I got to spend my Father's Day and the following week with, and am almost ready to roll again. It was another nice week at Summer Camp. This was my 4th year going, and each year always has some special times/events. It's neat to watch all of these boys grow up.

Of course returning back to regular life after any trip is never fun or easy. Just getting back into the normal groove of everything is taking some time, and this week is no exception. My laptop's display decided it was time to die, and so it did. All day yesterday was interesting. I ended up back at home to work from here - and today I'm waiting on the repair tech to arrive at the office in a few hours, so I still sit here at home until I need to leave and meet up with the guy.

But after yesterday, I've definitely decided that we need a 3rd computer in our house. Usually the "3rd" is my laptop, but of course that wasn't possible yesterday. Our family one, and the OLD family one that we gave to the kids (with the smaller monitor and slower speeds - oh yeah, and no internet access anymore) just aren't cutting it anymore - especially now that all 5 are vying for time on it. I took absolute priority since I had to do WORK, but it certainly didnt come without a lot of moans and groans from the peanut gallery all afternoon long. "Aren't you done YET?" "Dad, when will you be done?" "Honey, can I just check one quick thing..."

Anyway - I just wanted to say HI. I got a few PM's with trip info posted, and now need to go back and read through the last week of information. I did, however, see that CONGRATS are in order to wildernessDad! Woo hoo. You'll love VGC!

Have a great day all...

Welcome back Stopher! I'll bet those kiddos appreciate what you do.

Best wishes for that computer!

Mr Muush is looking to replace his 4 yo computer with a screaming gaming laptop. Which will allow me to take this one into the bedroom with the exercise bike and pretend I am an energy producing machine!

 

[stopher1]

I thought about giving Stopher tentative just to keep my spirits up.

Go ahead - if it helps! I don't mind. I've been pondering putting some tentative dates on myself...

 

[stopher1]

Welcome back Stopher! I'll bet those kiddos appreciate what you do.

Best wishes for that computer!

Mr Muush is looking to replace his 4 yo computer with a screaming gaming laptop. Which will allow me to take this one into the bedroom with the exercise bike and pretend I am an energy producing machine!

Thanks. I got a standing O last night at our Troop meeting following all of the slideshow from the week and various other reports to those who didn't make it to camp. It was nice.

Thanks too on the laptop Day 2 has now come and gone... ugh. The tech came out and replaced the video card and system board, and THEN said the hard drive was bad. Ugh. So I had to send it off to our I.T. folks out in CA. So home I came once more. Oh well...

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

At DLR this week one of the cast members told us that it was going to make the rounds and go on to Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. It wasn't a bus or boat driver so maybe it is true?
Too bad about having to postpone your trip -- do you think you can waitlist at Yellowstone?
Just returned from a great stay at VGC. It reminds us so much of WL. We had a wonderful room with a partial view of World of Color. The show was clearly audible in the room -- 3 times a night last show at 11:15 pm -- and we were waxing nostalgic for the electric parade at VWL.

That is interesting what they said about MSEP. I guess anything is possible! We have 3 nights booked right now in test July 2011 at Old Faithful Inn but we may have to switch it. Dont know if the timing will work out. I think as long as we can spend one night there we will be okay. We will just book 2 nights at one of the other hotels. I will ask DH if it is possible to waitlist. VGC is beautiful isn't it?! The room we had in January would have had a great view of World of Color. How did you like it? I heard it is really good.

Hello Groupies! I'm back from my week in the woods with my sons and those 75 other surrogate sons I got to spend my Father's Day and the following week with, and am almost ready to roll again. It was another nice week at Summer Camp. This was my 4th year going, and each year always has some special times/events. It's neat to watch all of these boys grow up.
Have a great day all...

Welcome back Stopher! Glad you had a great time!

Wouldn't it be nice if we had money and time enough to visit all the places we'd like. I've been dying to get to Yellowstone and we've been trying to do the new Royal Carribean "oasis of the Seas".

I will say that this is the first year that we've skipped a Disney trip and I can't believe how hard it's been. Maybe because our trip to Paris was cancelled so it feels like we haven't had a vacation. I keep telling myself that in the Grand scheme of things 1 year off will not do me in but thank God for this group or I'd be ripping the heads off of unsuspecting strangers.
I'm actually getting excited for October simply because I'll be able to make my ressies for 2011

I thought about giving Stopher tentative just to keep my spirits up.

I hadn't realized that you cancelled your trip! I'm sorry for my ignorance. I guess with my trip I just hadn't realized. Sorry you had to cancel. I was so jealous of you. It would be wonderful to be able to go anywhere we want. It will be hard to wait so long to get back to WDW.

I have some good news. Our house has been for sale about 5 weeks and we got 2 offers on it yesterday! We countered on both of them and are waiting to hear back. Now we need to find a new house. There is only one that interests us in our town right now and it's a foreclosure that needs work. Hubby completely gutted and remodeled our current home and would have to do it again to this house. Not sure what we want to do. Otherwise we may temporarily move in with my parents. We have 2 dogs and there are no apartments that will allow them in our town. So we could move in with my parents for a couple months and save some money. Such decisions!

Congratulations! I hope everything works out for you!

 

[Muushka]

Stopher! Standing O!! Man, I get chills when someone does something awesome and they get one.
I cannot imagine how you felt! That is awesome.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Stopher! Standing O!! Man, I get chills when someone does something awesome and they get one.
I cannot imagine how you felt! That is awesome.

That is awesome Stopher!!!

 

[wildernessDad]

159!

 

[lisah0711]

That is interesting what they said about MSEP. I guess anything is possible! We have 3 nights booked right now in test July 2011 at Old Faithful Inn but we may have to switch it. Dont know if the timing will work out. I think as long as we can spend one night there we will be okay. We will just book 2 nights at one of the other hotels. I will ask DH if it is possible to waitlist. VGC is beautiful isn't it?! The room we had in January would have had a great view of World of Color. How did you like it? I heard it is really good.

World of Color was spectacular. I really loved the show. The fountains, effects and the scale make it totally different from any Disney show that I've seen. They are still learning what they can do with the system and say they will be doing different versions for Halloween, Christmas, etc.

It is one of those shows that you want to see once from the viewing area to get the full effect. I watched it five times from our room and enjoyed those times just as much as I enjoyed the first viewing. I still have "The Wonderful World of Color" song in my mind.

Here is a picture of WOC from our VGC room:

I saw you enjoying a parade at WDW recently in someone's trip report. Looks like a good trip.

Next trip is your way -- Lake Okoboji at the end of July.

stopher nice job on the standing O and kudos for working with the boys!