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

[stopher1]

stopher, it looks like you are doing a great job on the job search. I'd be very surprised if something doesn't open up for you.

In other, non important news, i got my siggie back!

also, and this is very important, i need a lodge fix badly! Who's with me?

ME!!


Thanks wildernessDad for the good thoughts. I hope so.

 

[MiaSRN62]

i need a lodge fix badly! Who's with me?

me too !!!!

 

[stopher1]

Stopher as you and your family face the difficult days ahead. Keep us posted as you're able. Prayers heavenward.

Stopher...thinking of you as you and your family face some difficult times ahead. Hang in there. Prayers going out to you all.

Thank you both, very much.

I'm looking forward to my trip west with my son later this week, but at the same time, not so much. It'll be good to see my FIL again, if he sticks around for us to see him (I believe he will, as I personally believe he's hanging on to be able to see my eldest one more time since we're the only immediate family members not living in CA, and he has seen everyone except my eldest and desperately wants to see him before he gives up. That's what happened with my grandmother who died in 1991 of cancer - at the end she held out until everyone finally arrived and was able to spend some time with her, and died the next morning). So who knows, perhaps that will happen again with my FIL. Perhaps he'll linger longer, I can't say. But I can say we're doing everything we can to ensure that he is comfortable and as peaceful as possible during these days.. It's been a long 13 1/2 months in so many ways. And it's so funny (coincidence? I think not. I say Providence). The sermon this morning was the beginning of a new series, titled, "Uprooted" - and is all about when the unexpected, and sometimes the expected, upheavals of life come your way. It just helps put things back into perspective.

Now if only I could have the WL fix to give me some nice "lodge-y" feelings. Since I'm heading west, I'm thinking of taking a day to go to DL. We have some tickets left over from a previous trip that went unused by family members who didn't come along after all, so we might just have one day to play while out there. And perhaps I'll go and sit in the lobby of the Grand Californian for a little bit as well. That'll be my "lodge-y" feeling for now, until I can get back to Florida for actual "lodge-y" feelings. I guess it's time to at least put on my Lodge music... have a great day all.

 

[jimmytammy]

stopher, it looks like you are doing a great job on the job search. I'd be very surprised if something doesn't open up for you.

In other, non important news, I got my siggie back!

Also, and this is very important, I need a Lodge fix badly! Who's with me?

Im with you!!

 

[edk35]

Thank you both, very much.

I'm looking forward to my trip west with my son later this week, but at the same time, not so much. It'll be good to see my FIL again, if he sticks around for us to see him (I believe he will, as I personally believe he's hanging on to be able to see my eldest one more time since we're the only immediate family members not living in CA, and he has seen everyone except my eldest and desperately wants to see him before he gives up. That's what happened with my grandmother who died in 1991 of cancer - at the end she held out until everyone finally arrived and was able to spend some time with her, and died the next morning). So who knows, perhaps that will happen again with my FIL. Perhaps he'll linger longer, I can't say. But I can say we're doing everything we can to ensure that he is comfortable and as peaceful as possible during these days.. It's been a long 13 1/2 months in so many ways. And it's so funny (coincidence? I think not. I say Providence). The sermon this morning was the beginning of a new series, titled, "Uprooted" - and is all about when the unexpected, and sometimes the expected, upheavals of life come your way. It just helps put things back into perspective.

Now if only I could have the WL fix to give me some nice "lodge-y" feelings. Since I'm heading west, I'm thinking of taking a day to go to DL. We have some tickets left over from a previous trip that went unused by family members who didn't come along after all, so we might just have one day to play while out there. And perhaps I'll go and sit in the lobby of the Grand Californian for a little bit as well. That'll be my "lodge-y" feeling for now, until I can get back to Florida for actual "lodge-y" feelings. I guess it's time to at least put on my Lodge music... have a great day all.

My husband lost his mom on July 31st. He was over in Iraq until the third week of June. As soon as he got home he flew down to be with her. Then all of us went back down for 2 weeks mid July. She had ovarian cancer and took a turn for the worse in early June. We think she too held out for us to get down with the kids. It was a sad situation, but we are so thankful that my husband was able to go down and spend time with her and then we all went back for 2 weeks. She was in a wonderful hospice center and she had so many friend rally around her this past year and especially while in hospice. Having a sick loved one and also losing a loved one is always very difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

 

[Inkmahm]

You have been very close to where I live! In fact when Maria mentioned Crystal Cave it is in the same town where DD goes to college! I drive past the sign for it every day. Hope you enjoyed your visit. Did you get to go to Kitchen Kettle? I wish I would have been on here to suggest it to you.

We're back, and we had a great trip! We got to Kitchen Kettle by way of the Farmer's market in Intercourse, PA. Bought all kinds of jams there to take home for the family. Did an Amish buggy ride, lunch at an Amish restaurant, shopping, etc. But the biggest surprise was that on our way home, the largest group of Amish / Mennonites lives in NE Indiana! We stayed overnight on Friday and spent Saturday there. It's much closer to our home in WI so we can get back there again probably sooner than to PA. There were buggy/carriages all over the place with everyone out doing their Saturday shopping. Driving was actually a challenge. We have a lot of oak furniture in our home. Some is antique oak, some is Amish oak. We ordered a new bed while we were in Indiana. Won't be here until Christmas but it is called "Granny Mission." It has six drawers under if for extra storage! The cats won't be happy when they try to hide under the bed and can't get there.

 

[Inkmahm]

Hey Groupies,

It's now just about 2 weeks since I lost my job. And what a crazy 2 weeks it's been. I know that some of you see my stuff over on facebook, so you're already aware, but some of you aren't. I haven't had time (despite being unemployed) to spend hanging around on here. Much as I'd like to.

I spent the first week working with recruiters and a resume writer getting to a place where I could actually start applying for jobs. Plus working with the unemployment folks, benefits and other crud like that. This past week I've identified and applied for 10 full-time positions, as well as identified 5 more potential ft positions that I need to work on applying for. (It's astounding how much time one stinking application can take.) Plus I've applied for 7 part-time roles until a FT role comes along. I'm praying that I'll get some sort of response (positive would be good) regarding getting some interview action soon. Fingers crossed. I have also spent a lot of time working on my FB and web presence for the FTJ stuff. That has been slowly starting to pay off, so that's good.

Tuesday I took my DW and 2 younger kids to the airport and sent them on their way to CA. FIL is looking to be in his final weeks now, so we just sent them along. MY eldest and I will fly out this coming Thursday. We had to get approval from the school and such for an excused absence, and the timing was hard to determine. FIL is on oxygen most of the day, sleeps at least 1/2 the day now, and has lost something like 30-40 lbs in the past 3-4 weeks. He barely eats, and is required to have 24/7 care now. My BIL has been with him the past couple of weeks. DW plans to be out there for the duration now. Who knows what will happen when we get out there, but as it is right now, my son will fly back on the 5th, and the 2 younger ones and I will come home on the 10th. But if things change while we're there, then the return flights might be changed as well. We'll see.

Soooo..... I've been a little busy and had my mind on other things lately. But I hope you all are doing well. It's been fun playing email tag with Muuskha, and the various FB messages and texts have been encouraging - even if I haven't yet replied... but I will.

Take care friends. More later.

Stopher, good luck with your job search and with your pending trip to CA. I keep telling people that the one advantage I have being unemployed is that I am taking time for family and for traveling. Probably TOO much time. But I'm not going to regret any of it when I am back to work and stuck behind a desk.

Don't forget to take some time to yourself and recuperate from the heavy workload you've been carrying for awhile. That may be in the form of extra family time in CA, or more time to yourself when you get home. But try to enjoy some of the time you have been given.

 

[sleepydog25]

Our thoughts to all those in need, regardless of situation.

Just went to read the TR. It was great sleepydog25. Looks like you both had a blast. The Dream looks beautiful. Wonder if the Magic has sushi ??? Glad Trop storm Maria didn't make too much trouble !

Thanks, Mia! The Dream is gorgeous (then again, so are all the DCL ships), and we had a memorable voyage. Getting that TS Maria news just 36 hours before setting sail was all we needed to start the celebration.

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

We're back, and we had a great trip! We got to Kitchen Kettle by way of the Farmer's market in Intercourse, PA. Bought all kinds of jams there to take home for the family. Did an Amish buggy ride, lunch at an Amish restaurant, shopping, etc. But the biggest surprise was that on our way home, the largest group of Amish / Mennonites lives in NE Indiana! We stayed overnight on Friday and spent Saturday there. It's much closer to our home in WI so we can get back there again probably sooner than to PA. There were buggy/carriages all over the place with everyone out doing their Saturday shopping. Driving was actually a challenge. We have a lot of oak furniture in our home. Some is antique oak, some is Amish oak. We ordered a new bed while we were in Indiana. Won't be here until Christmas but it is called "Granny Mission." It has six drawers under if for extra storage! The cats won't be happy when they try to hide under the bed and can't get there.

Glad to hear that you got to Kitchen Kettle! We love it there! We enjoy sampling all the different jams and jellies! Sounds like you had a great time!

 

[MiaSRN62]

We're back, and we had a great trip! We got to Kitchen Kettle by way of the Farmer's market in Intercourse, PA. Bought all kinds of jams there to take home for the family. Did an Amish buggy ride, lunch at an Amish restaurant, shopping, etc. But the biggest surprise was that on our way home, the largest group of Amish / Mennonites lives in NE Indiana! We stayed overnight on Friday and spent Saturday there. It's much closer to our home in WI so we can get back there again probably sooner than to PA. There were buggy/carriages all over the place with everyone out doing their Saturday shopping. Driving was actually a challenge. We have a lot of oak furniture in our home. Some is antique oak, some is Amish oak. We ordered a new bed while we were in Indiana. Won't be here until Christmas but it is called "Granny Mission." It has six drawers under if for extra storage! The cats won't be happy when they try to hide under the bed and can't get there.

Sounds like you had a great trip Inkmahm---and suprise on the Amish in Indiana ! I've always grown up only knowing about the "Pennsylvania Dutch". I would love to have a bed with lots of drawers for storage (I so need that !). I have cats too.....so I can imagine they will not be thrilled with it.....

 

[wildernessDad]

Also, and this is very important, I need a Lodge fix badly! Who's with me?

ME!!

me too !!!!

Im with you!!

Let's go!!!!

 

[TammyNC]

Let's go!!!!

I'll join to Lodge fix as well .

 

[wildernessDad]

I'll join to Lodge fix as well .

You are in!

 

[MiaSRN62]

I think I might just have to make a visit over to our lovely Lodge this week. And I'm going to try and meet up with teapot....just saw Leslie Lou is at Jambo House. (I'm at Jambo House 9/28 because it was an add on due to a great SW fare and BLT was booked so I couldn't add that night)

tea pot 23-October 2 BLT
LeslieLou 28-October 1 AKV-Jambo
MiaSRN62 29-October 1 BLT followed by DCL Magic (Oct 1-8)

 

[I Book He Pays]

Hi Groupies:
How's everyone doing?

MiaSRN62 ~ Things have been pretty crazy here and I haven't had much time on the PC lately. I definitely need some R&R. Going away this weekend and HHI next month. Looking forward to some down time. DH was very lucky and thank goodness no head injuries. Have a great trip and enjoy!

edk35 ~ Congrats and Welcome Home!!!

wildernessDad ~ I hope your friends are able to travel with you and your wife's friend will be feeling better. I would love a Lodge fix... give me one of those rocking chairs and I'll be a happy girl!

horselover ~ Have a great vacation and don't forget the zebra Mickey Mouse ornament!

Granny ~ Love the pictures!

Disney loving Iowan ~ Between mom/DH... they had my stress level at a 10+. Thank goodness both of them are OK. Mom is still having issues so I'm taking her to a new chiropractor this morning.

Muushka ~ Hey there!!!

tea pot ~ Have a great trip... I'm so jealous!

sleepydog ~ Welcome back and looking forward to your pictures.

stopher1 ~ I'm so sorry that you lost your job and I hope something will come along soon. My thoughts/prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Inkmahm ~ Welcome back! Sounds like you had a great trip and really enjoyed yourselves. Congrats on the new bedroom furniture.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[horselover]

horselover ~ Have a great vacation and don't forget the zebra Mickey Mouse ornament!

Thanks for the reminder! Should I pick up 2? One for me & one for you? I'd be happy to ship it to you when I get back. Can you remind me again where you saw those? Was it at AKL & AK or just AKL?

8 more days!!!!

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Thanks for the reminder! Should I pick up 2? One for me & one for you? I'd be happy to ship it to you when I get back. Can you remind me again where you saw those? Was it at AKL & AK or just AKL?

8 more days!!!!

Have a great trip!!(But you must spill before you leave! )

 

[DiznyDi]

Hi Groupies
I've been away from the thread for a few days..... I've been busy getting my
DM - 80 yrs. ready for a 3-week trip to Germany where she'll be seeing and staying with lots of extended family. She's traveling with her 82 yr old brother and his wife and they left this morning. So....

WD - I'm really ready for a Lodge fix!
.....oh yeah, I'll be there in another 10 days!

Maria I don't think a meet is possible this trip. We're not due in until 6:24 PM. Who knows, I may run into you at the airport!

horselover Hopefully we can still meet up the evening of the 9th, though it looks like we'll not get to the Magic Kingdom much before 8 PM. I'll send a text once we get there.

Headed over to read your TR, sleepy. Maybe someday DDad and I will go on a cruise.....

 

[sleepydog25]

Hi Groupies:

sleepydog ~ Welcome back and looking forward to your pictures.

Thanks, and I'll try to get them posted in the next couple of days.

Headed over to read your TR, sleepy. Maybe someday DDad and I will go on a cruise.....

Saw that you visited the TR thread and glad you liked. There's still plenty more to come, and I think you two would love to cruise!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thanks for the well wishes I Book He Pays !

And Di....bummer for sure not getting to say hi in person.....but have an awesome time