VWL Lovers & Groupies Thread: Meese-ka, Mice-ka MOOSE-kateers

[Granny]

So I put it in with the hot dishes and it was perfect.

Yeah, but did it come out spot free?

 

[Muushka]

Yeah, but did it come out spot free?

Of course it did, silly. I squirted that Jet Dry stuff all over the zip lock bag it was in!

 

[Happydinks]

Hey Happydinks, we've missed you! So nice to see you again! Thanks for posting the picture of our dear Ranger Stan. What an infectious smile - you captured it beautifully.

Thanks all for the welcome back! We have been away too long - life getting in the way - and we did a cruise/tour to Alaska at the end of June and were gone for 2 weeks (not on Disney).

We are still so shocked about dear Stan. Come to find out when we e mailed our friend who is a cast member at the WL - she knew nothing about it - and nothing had been said to anyone (esp those who had worked with him) - and that nothing was planned. She was absolutely shocked that she heard it from us - and not from WDW. A little disappointing that it wouldn't be acknowledged - unless Carolyn had asked it not to be.

Hey Mush - not a crazy idea (we have a Bosch so I know what you mean - ohh the heat!), as a matter of fact, pretty good one. Who needs to heat up the house these days!

We've got a lot of reading to do to catch up on the goings on in this new thread (well new to us anyway). Good to be back again...........

 

[Muushka]

Hi HD

Funny, you have the same dishwasher. I cannot believe how hot that thing gets at the end. And you are right, heating it in another device was the last thing I wanted to do!

So sad that the CMs at WL didn't know about Ranger Stan.

I was thinking about him yesterday. And I think I figured out why we felt so warm towards him.
Because he was the type of man I thought Walt would be.
We never got to meet Walt, but I imagine he and Ranger Stan being very much alike.

 

[Corinne]

Hi HD

So sad that the CMs at WL didn't know about Ranger Stan.

I was thinking about him yesterday. And I think I figured out why we felt so warm towards him.
Because he was the type of man I thought Walt would be.
We never got to meet Walt, but I imagine he and Ranger Stan being very much alike.

Oh, Muushka, you know, I think you are right!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Hi HD

Funny, you have the same dishwasher. I cannot believe how hot that thing gets at the end. And you are right, heating it in another device was the last thing I wanted to do!

So sad that the CMs at WL didn't know about Ranger Stan.

I was thinking about him yesterday. And I think I figured out why we felt so warm towards him.
Because he was the type of man I thought Walt would be.
We never got to meet Walt, but I imagine he and Ranger Stan being very much alike.

I agree Barb. I have often felt that way as well about Stan. In fact, Stan to me would have been the atypical CM that Walt would have wanted to have had under his wing, IMO.

 

[twokats]

Sadly for us, our beloved Ranger Stan lost his battle this afternoon around 4:30. . . . I look forward to the day of seeing him again.
My tears are shed, I rejoice for him now as I know he has gone to a better place. . .

I am also saddened by this loss, but can say my darling Mom (who got to meet him in 2009) was there to meet him in that beautiful place. We lost her to her battle on Saturday the 23rd. She was a real trooper til the end, but I also know she is in a much better place than we are and is watching over us as I type.
I was with her all that last week and am at peace knowing that I helped her as well as I could. I have gone back to work this week and trying to get back into a regular routine. It's hard, but I know life goes on.

I don't go on the other boards and post stupid things. But I feel safe with you.
Today I heated my lunch in the dishwasher.
No, really! I just finished a load of dishes. It was so hot in there (it is a Bosch, they are a different beast). I had a fajita left over from dinner last night that needed to be heated rather slowly. So I put it in with the hot dishes and it was perfect. There. I feel better now.

Well, around here you could have just sat them outside for a few seconds and all would be done. Althought it probably would have been too done. We are now in our 31st straight day of 100+ temps (37 total for the year). We are possibly going to break our 1980 record. Our temps this week are pushing up to 108 - 109.

Everyone stay cool. . . . we are trying to!!!

 

[stopher1]

I am also saddened by this loss, but can say my darling Mom (who got to meet him in 2009) was there to meet him in that beautiful place. We lost her to her battle on Saturday the 23rd. She was a real trooper til the end, but I also know she is in a much better place than we are and is watching over us as I type.

I was with her all that last week and am at peace knowing that I helped her as well as I could. I have gone back to work this week and trying to get back into a regular routine. It's hard, but I know life goes on.

So sorry for you Kathy. Your stories of taking care of her, and the different things you did for her were such a blessing to me, as you were no doubt to her. I am praying for your comfort at this time, as well as for your family. Thanks for sharing your news and know that the Groupies love you from afar. People come in and out of our lives, even now in this virtual age, from across the miles and screens, that just touch you - and you have done that for many of us. Life can definitely give us different struggles and challenges, and so often it seems people just don't listen or care when you share things - but know that you have friends here that do care.

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

My condolences Kathy on the passing of your mother. What a blessing that you were able to be with her in her final days and I wish you peace as you adjust to her being gone.

 

[jimmytammy]

So sorry for you Kathy. Your stories of taking care of her, and the different things you did for her were such a blessing to me, as you were no doubt to her. I am praying for your comfort at this time, as well as for your family. Thanks for sharing your news and know that the Groupies love you from afar. People come in and out of our lives, even now in this virtual age, from across the miles and screens, that just touch you - and you have done that for many of us. Life can definitely give us different struggles and challenges, and so often it seems people just don't listen or care when you share things - but know that you have friends here that do care.

Couldnt agree more.

 

[Muushka]

I am also sorry Kathy, for your loss. It was a long battle, and now she is at rest. Know that you are in our prayers.

 

[blossomz]

Thoughts and prayers go out to you Kathy...

 

[Granny]

Kathy...very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers going up for you and your family at this difficult time.

 

[horselover]

I am also saddened by this loss, but can say my darling Mom (who got to meet him in 2009) was there to meet him in that beautiful place. We lost her to her battle on Saturday the 23rd. She was a real trooper til the end, but I also know she is in a much better place than we are and is watching over us as I type.
I was with her all that last week and am at peace knowing that I helped her as well as I could. I have gone back to work this week and trying to get back into a regular routine. It's hard, but I know life goes on.

So sorry for you Kathy. Your stories of taking care of her, and the different things you did for her were such a blessing to me, as you were no doubt to her. I am praying for your comfort at this time, as well as for your family. Thanks for sharing your news and know that the Groupies love you from afar. People come in and out of our lives, even now in this virtual age, from across the miles and screens, that just touch you - and you have done that for many of us. Life can definitely give us different struggles and challenges, and so often it seems people just don't listen or care when you share things - but know that you have friends here that do care.

I too am quoting Stopher because I couldn't say it any better than that. My deepest condolences to you Kathy. May the beautiful memories you have of your mom bring you comfort during this difficult time.

 

[franandaj]

Kathy,
So sorry for your loss. It was a long hard struggle, but I'm sure she was grateful for your love and support. Take some time for yourself. You definitely deserve it.

 

[wildernessDad]

Kathy, sorry to hear about your Mom.

 

[Nicoal13]

Kathy - my deepest sympathies to you on the loss of your mother. May she now rest pain free and in peace.

 

[Nicoal13]

I'm saddened to hear of Ranger Stan's passing. It is a comfort to know he is in heaven and free of pain.

Much like everyone else, we've been having a busy busy summer. Trying to stay cool in this oppressive heat and humidity. Also, just got over a bout of ear/sinus infections and bronchitis for DS and me. Not fun to be so sick in the summer. We are finally healthy and trying to fit in more fun before school starts in a month.

No trips planned right now. Trying to decide what to do next year as DH and I will be celebrating our 10 year anniversary. We would like to go to Mexico, so I think WDW will have to wait. Or maybe a short trip with friends and DS....as I don't think I can stay away.

 

[Corinne]

So sorry for you Kathy. Your stories of taking care of her, and the different things you did for her were such a blessing to me, as you were no doubt to her. I am praying for your comfort at this time, as well as for your family. Thanks for sharing your news and know that the Groupies love you from afar. People come in and out of our lives, even now in this virtual age, from across the miles and screens, that just touch you - and you have done that for many of us. Life can definitely give us different struggles and challenges, and so often it seems people just don't listen or care when you share things - but know that you have friends here that do care.

How eloquent and heart-felt Christopher. I could not write anything more perfect, so I will simply offer my deepest condolences, Kathy. May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.

 

[Inkmahm]

Kathy, so sorry to hear about your mother. As so many have said before me, you have beautiful memories of her and that will be a comfort to you. You are in my prayers.