*WDW trip with New Husband!*

[Missymouse18]

I have been to WDW many times, but I have never been without DS22 and DS16. This May I will be going without them for the first time, but I am not going alone! I am re-married for a little over a year now and WDW is the Hubby's and my summer vacation destination. He hasn't been since the year Epcot opened, so in many ways this will be a whole new experience for him. My two sons will be going with their dad the day after I return from Orlando, so they are still getting their annual WDW trip in as well. Although I am soooooo excited to be going with my new husband, I am also concerned that I might have some sort of empty feeling without the two boys in tow (not so much that it will interfere with my fun, just feeling anxious about missing them). I have shared this experience with them every year since DS16 was 9. Since DH has never been to DHS or AK I am sure that seeing his excitement will be a big boost for me. Have any of you divorcees or empty-nesters been to WDW without your kiddos? Did Disney's magic take care of missing the kids? DH is viewing this as a one year anniversary 2nd honeymoon so taking the boys along on this particular trip wasn't an option (which is absolutely understandable ).

 

[wdwnut61]

I don't have any experience with divorce or empty nest but wanted to wish you a wonderful trip with your new hubby

 

[PIRATEGIRL007]

My DH went to WDW without his kids back when we were dating and we have every year since (married 2 years now). That was his first 'real' trip he had been a few times as a kid when it was just MK and EPcot. And our kids are alot younger than yours. We do take the kids every other year or so (they, espically DD10 wants the beach some years, and this is where we can tell she doesn't have my DNA!) but take a WDW trip alone every year. We have split custody so it is easier to get away for a week than most traditional parents/families. At first DH felt weird about it but hasn't struggled with it much since. While we miss the kids while we are gone (who wouldn't?) he looks at our WDW trips as good alone time together as a couple without all the business of home life to make our marriage stronger. We prefer WDW over any other destination and just b/c the kiddos aren't coming doesn't mean we will go somewhere else. It also gives us a chance to check out anything new for the kids and see if we need to plan to do that next time.

The first day or two may feel weird but having an almost first timer there to share the magic with will take your mind off of it. It will also be a great time to share some of your favorite things with your new DH and prep him for the kiddos favorite things for your next trip together with them.

 

[qv09vvp]

Haven't been without my kiddos yet....but that time will be here sooner than later... but I just wanted to wish you a great, awesome trip! Congratulations on your re-marriage!!!

 

[danny1649]

You have a magical and wonderful experience on WDW visit.