Watch out Dumbo, There's a bigger Circus coming to Town...Triplets take on the World

[Chicago Mo]

The video was AWESOME!! You did a great job! I actually got a little teary watching the reveal part because I can imagine the screams of excitement from your kids! I also liked seeing how little everyone was in the pictures. Seems like our trip was just yesterday. Noticed that the clothes my Joey is wearing are now being worn by my Matthew...ugh! They grow up so quick!

they do grow WAY TOO FAST. I don't like it one bit.
thankfully Meg still has her very tiny girly voice which kills me every time she says Mommy or Daddy.
Thanks for liking the video!!!

Watched the video on my phone - LOVE IT! I would either like to be your kid or be there when your kids get to watch the video. It is awesome. I think I may play it again and again just so I can listen to the music while I'm working. Great job!

THANK YOU!!! your more then welcome to come by to watch it!!! sorry i have just the perfect amount of kids at the moment! The music is a lot of fun... there are people on you tube that have made some BEAUTIFUL compositions for each park.. i wish i was able to get them they would have been PERFECT!!!

Does anyone know someone who makes Disney iPhone cases? I need a new one and I'm checking out Etsy but I'd love to give my business to someone we "know"

I don't.. i'm sorry. etsy would be the only thing i could think of!

O.M.GOODNESS!!!!! That video is so fantastic!!!!!! Once again, you get the award for Best Mom Evah!!! Seriously, just beautiful and magical and fun and nostalgic and wonderful....so fantastic! Great job, Mo!!!!

Coming from one of the most clever person i know this is a huge compliment!!! Thank you!!!

The video is great! Our kids love watching old home videos and looking at pictures so I would imagine that they are going to love watching this video!
And the reveal was so fun!

they will go bananas!
i can't wait to DO THIS!!!!

Mo, I've already told you, but I'll tell you again, I LOVE the reveal video.

Thank you SO MUCH Kathy!!! does mean a lot to me!!!

I love the video!! I watched it while I was waiting for a call case which turned into the end of a 20 hour shift for me yesterday I swear, the call karma gods are out to get me for giving all of my call away for the last five years. Apparently I need to make up for it all in the month of May! everytime I work extra, I just chant.....Disney money! (It's getting real old, real quick though)

I am so far behind on everything here!!!! I try to pop in everyone's TR and PTRs when I get a quick break at work.....I have a HUGE list of Disney crafts to get to. I haven't posted ANYTHING about the girls' recital (except on fb) I am in awe of you working 100 jobs and still getting all of this stuff done! Thank you for sharing, at least I can see other people not procrastinating!!!

I love the idea of putting the binders in the truck, can't wait to see the finished product!

yes! keep chanting!!! all for Disney!!!! take your time on catching up! we will all be there!!!

Yes i am constantly busy.. i have to make time for all my extras for Disney.. it's coming up quick!!!

I might change this up a bit... just wait and see...

Well you already know how much I love the video, but I'll say it again, I LOVE THE VIDEO!!! The music is great and I love Mickey at the end, I'd keep him!

thanks!!! Took my a while to find his voice. I was all over the place looking for a voice changer. cannot find one.
so i went to my music. then found the celebrate album... POOF there it all is!!!



I was reading.. and came up with something........

 

[Chicago Mo]

FIRST i want to thank you all for such kind words on the reveal video!!!! so nice of all of you!!!! really means a lot to me!!! Do you think it's good enough for an Emmy???

Here comes the Maybe....

This morning i was happily reading the Dis and catching up with all of you and your reports..

then i came upon Tess..... which she is talking about, going to U.S.- changing plans, driving, some more changes on their ADR's...

then it occurred to me.

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I have to talk to Tom and look at out budget. WHAT IF...


we left a day EARLIER?!?!?! then we can take a day at UNIVERSAL?!!? then find a hotel then check into AOA we won't be TOOOO tired this way on our FIRST Disney day??? Matt really wants to go to Universal. i am sure Zack and Meg would love it... this is fun having the freedom of driving! I can come and go whenever we want!

What do you think???


If we can swing it.. I would LOVE to be able to add this little special stop!!!

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[lovedonaldduck]

Sounds like a great way to add even more magic to an awesome trip!

I'd just add another Disney day, if it were me Universal doesn't excite me too much.

This is going to be the best trip ever! How many nights are you at AoA? How many Disney park days?

 

[annegirl]

Do it!
I always say add another day!
I would love to go to IOA again this trip to visit Harry Potter again but it's not going to work out. If you can do Universal I think you should.

 

[Denovagirl]

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes!!! Lol..... I'm all for that plan! Universal is so fun, especially if you're tall enough for a lot of the rides, not sure if Meg will be tall enough for a lot of them though, but I'm sure they'll all have fun.

Also not sure how much the Universal hotels are but I'd look into it. You get to cut the lines (FP) them if you're a guest of their hotel and that might help you maximize your use of only having one day? Not sure if theres a certain number if nights you have to stay or what? Or look at crowd calendars and pick the least crowded park? I personally prefer IOA, themed SO much better!

The ONLY downside I can think of is the cost of visiting for just a day. They work like Disney, where the more days you go, the cheaper it gets, so only one day came with some sticker shock for me! I think the hubs and I paid about $300 for both parks, one day, with shuttle transport to and from Disney.

No matter what only more fun can be had by this plan!! There's some fun stuff at Universals City Walk too! The mini golf course there looks soooo fun! Check it out!

 

[sweetpeaandevie]

LOVE IT! If you can fit it in the budget I say DEFINITELY go for it!!!!! Greg and I were gonna do universal on our mom and dad only day, but I just couldn't see spending $250 bucks to go ride the rides for ONE day......we will save it for another trip. But, you gotta keep the kiddos happy, right?

 

[Iamthequeen]

I'm all for going to Universal. If you are going to see the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Diagon Alley, you need park-to-park tickets since they are in 2 different parks. Not sure how much else you will be able to do in one day. Although there are benefits to staying in one of the Universal hotels, there are less expensive hotels off site.

IF you would consider changing your lunch adr to a dinner adr at Biergarten, we could change to have dinner there on Sunday????? Although, I might be able to talk Charlie into lunch maybe???? Is the lunch menu different from the dinner menu? I have to go check.

 

[Chicago Mo]

Sounds like a great way to add even more magic to an awesome trip!

I'd just add another Disney day, if it were me Universal doesn't excite me too much.

This is going to be the best trip ever! How many nights are you at AoA? How many Disney park days?

Never been to universal.. Matthew REALLY wants to go there. so i am thinking of doing ONE day there hitting a hotel then going to AOA in the morning!!!

Do it!
I always say add another day!
I would love to go to IOA again this trip to visit Harry Potter again but it's not going to work out. If you can do Universal I think you should.

I REALLY want to see all of the Harry Potter stuff!!! plus would make for some AMAZING pictures!!!

Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes!!! Lol..... I'm all for that plan! Universal is so fun, especially if you're tall enough for a lot of the rides, not sure if Meg will be tall enough for a lot of them though, but I'm sure they'll all have fun.

i really want to see the Harry Potter stuff.. I don't know i haven't really looked at any of it yet. Plan on that today!!!

Also not sure how much the Universal hotels are but I'd look into it. You get to cut the lines (FP) them if you're a guest of their hotel and that might help you maximize your use of only having one day? Not sure if theres a certain number if nights you have to stay or what? Or look at crowd calendars and pick the least crowded park? I personally prefer IOA, themed SO much better!

Na. I would just do a day pass and get a cheap hotel somewhere in between the parks. this way we can just relax after a LONG drive and an excited day!

The ONLY downside I can think of is the cost of visiting for just a day. They work like Disney, where the more days you go, the cheaper it gets, so only one day came with some sticker shock for me! I think the hubs and I paid about $300 for both parks, one day, with shuttle transport to and from Disney.

This is going to be the deciding vote.... I only want to do one day. If the cost is too much then no. we will just head over to the happy place!!!

No matter what only more fun can be had by this plan!! There's some fun stuff at Universals City Walk too! The mini golf course there looks soooo fun! Check it out!

I will do just that!!! thanks!!!
Today i have to play with the file you sent!!!

LOVE IT! If you can fit it in the budget I say DEFINITELY go for it!!!!! Greg and I were gonna do universal on our mom and dad only day, but I just couldn't see spending $250 bucks to go ride the rides for ONE day......we will save it for another trip. But, you gotta keep the kiddos happy, right?

YES!!!! i HAVE to sit today and figure it all out.. It does sound like a lot of fun!!!

I'm all for going to Universal. If you are going to see the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Diagon Alley, you need park-to-park tickets since they are in 2 different parks. Not sure how much else you will be able to do in one day. Although there are benefits to staying in one of the Universal hotels, there are less expensive hotels off site.

ugh.. this doesn't sound good... Have to check into this!!!!

IF you would consider changing your lunch adr to a dinner adr at Biergarten, we could change to have dinner there on Sunday????? Although, I might be able to talk Charlie into lunch maybe???? Is the lunch menu different from the dinner menu? I have to go check.

I have no idea?!?! i hope not. we wanted something early for an early night. after driving all day and night i am sure we all will be BEAT!!! Otherwise i would say YES in a heartbeat!!!!
The two MAIN reason for Epcot this day is:
Meet Duffy
Ride test track.
this is all i hear about when they watch/look anything Disney...

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Anyone else Glued to this:
http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/
I am... cannot stop watching it... cannot wait for Wishes tonight!!! i hope i can bring it up on m,y phone while at dog training!!!
Yesterday i finished the binders.
Have to work on the balloon letters of TELLING them they are going to Disney.
Any witty ways IS MORE THEM WELCOMED!!! i could use some help.
i have gotten such AWESOME feedback from the reveal video. i am really happy with it.

i was a little sad this was all completed. what else can i do?

Oh! LISTS!!! must redo lists!
then i have to go over our driving plan!!!

So those of you who have done this drive from the North can you tell my MUST stops on the way in.. Or better yet where to stay clear of??
APPRECIATE ALL THE COMMENTS!!!

this weekend is cleaning and getting ready for 3 FABULOUS LADIES COMING IN!!!
That's right 5 days the Epic Dis meet will be on the loose!!! I am so excited for this!!! so much fun stuff planned!!!!

Hope you all have a wonderful weekend and Holiday!!! Don't forget to Thank a Vet!!!

If i have a chance i will post what's Done and what is needed!!!

Hugs and prayers to everyone!!!
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[lovedonaldduck]

I hope you can work Universal into the budget! Or maybe add a night at AoA and do something low key at Disney that first day - mini golf, pony rides at the campground, fishing... That might be cheaper than a day at Universal

 

[Chicago Mo]

I hope you can work Universal into the budget! Or maybe add a night at AoA and do something low key at Disney that first day - mini golf, pony rides at the campground, fishing... That might be cheaper than a day at Universal

I like this too.. Adding a day is JUST THE BEST!!!! need to talk to Tom tonight! FINALLY we will be able to talk!!!




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CALLING ALL HELP!!! ​

You all know how this is going down.
here is the run down
Video, press pause, door slam, kids open the door, BIG BOX
Open the box 3 mickey balloons float up IN THE HOUSE.
(can you imagine them opening it and the balloons go flying away???? )

3 cards Meg Zack and Matt.
What do the cards say???​

Card #1 WE ARE

Card #2 GOING TO

Card #3 WALT DISNEY WORLD

or is that a little lame considering i am doing everything over the top??

Card #1 The Genie has heard your Magical Birthday Wish

Card #2 We've missed you so much So.....

Card #3 YOUR ALL GOING TO WALT DISNEY WORLD

Or

something from Mickey...


PLEASE i am begging for help..

in case your wondering.. Yes i am still watching the live feed...

 

[lovedonaldduck]

I had a more over the top idea, but it won't work for the rest of your reveal plans. I'm going to share anyway - turn it into a car scavenger/treasure hunt. A clue in the envelope that gets you on the road to Disney with something for the kids to look for on the road, where you then give them the next clue - all the way until the final clue leads you to AoA. I know it won't work because you plan on the kids knowing where they are going before you leave and you want them to sleep overnight in the car, rather than staying up looking for a landmark to get their next clue. I'm thinking I'm going to use this for a surprise for my girls someday - probably not a Disney trip though since I'd never be able to keep my mouth shut about that.

I actually like the first, simpler version of the cards - maybe adding Happy Birthday to the first one.

Make sure you bring the box in the house and close the door before you open it!

 

[MeeskaMomma]

That is an awesome plan. I like the idea of the genie cards better.

Love the balloons idea!

 

[annegirl]

I like the idea of mixing up the actual reveal line of "we are going to disney" on the three different cards... maybe even pieces of one card that say it that they have to put together like a puzzle.

 

[KatMark]

I'm not a fan of Universal...but then I can't handle the coasters anymore. But I bet those three daredevils of yours would.

I love the cards with the Genie!

If I don't get back here, have a great Memorial Day weekend (Mark and I are going to Brookfield on Monday), and I'll see you when I get back. I don't think I'll get to read anyone's TR's or PTR's next week before I leave.

Love ya.

 

[DMGeurts]

First of all - I love the U/S idea! I've always wanted to go, but it's not very budget friendly - more so if you have to figure out transportation. If you can make it work - that would be awesome!

I had a more over the top idea, but it won't work for the rest of your reveal plans. I'm going to share anyway - turn it into a car scavenger/treasure hunt. A clue in the envelope that gets you on the road to Disney with something for the kids to look for on the road, where you then give them the next clue - all the way until the final clue leads you to AoA. I know it won't work because you plan on the kids knowing where they are going before you leave and you want them to sleep overnight in the car, rather than staying up looking for a landmark to get their next clue. I'm thinking I'm going to use this for a surprise for my girls someday - probably not a Disney trip though since I'd never be able to keep my mouth shut about that.
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This is BRILLIANT and I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish you could make this work!!!!

1 more day!!!!!!!!!! I am such a HOT MESS of excitement and last minute "Oh crap" stuff~!!! I can't believe I get to squish you girls tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

D~

 

[sweetpeaandevie]

Oh wow!!!!! I didn't realize that the EPIC meet two was tomorrow!!!!! Have a great time!!!!!!!!

 

[lovedonaldduck]

Tomorrow!!!!

Watch out Chicago! Hope you ladies have an amazing time.

 

[Chicago Mo]

I quick update.. as i am SWAMPED AT WORK.. I have a report that is outrageous.
like two brick of paper huge:


that little pile on the left of it? Yeah that is what i have done...

I have lots to tell you. Like a Surprise B-day party for ME!

But again i am SWAMPED! i have today to get some of the report out of my hair.

then

STARTS THE EPIC DIS MEET TOMORROW!!!!


Kathy if you read this before you go: i really hope you have a wonderful trip!

Prayers are still with everyone!!!

 

[oopsiDAISY]

GET TO WORK, GIRL!!!! This Dismeet will have been well earned for sure! Crank up some Disney tunes and get going... Here are a few of my favorite playlists to use while I am working:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCfEHbedWbk&list=PL358C76A6B870E630

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vM1O69qumhw&list=PL85656F02DA2EFD2E

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HwSKkKrUzUk&list=PLB2D0C29460E7C2A3

Now...Jam out and GET BUSY!!!!

 

[disneychic2]

I am hopelessly behind on everything since I've been gone for almost two weeks, but wanted to stop in to say:

HAVE A GREAT EPIC DIS MEET!!!!!

I'll get caught up later, just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you. Have fun and be safe!