We're Baaaaack!! **The WLV's groupies & Trivia Thread chapter 3

[horselover]

I agree! If you ever have time to kill, do a whojackie google and see the rabbit hole that episode had (2 years in the making).

Speaking of meets, what plans will we have for December???

Anyone interested in a White Elephant gift exchange??

Ok you got me. Is a White Elephant swap like a Yankee swap? I am from N.E. you know! But count me in no matter what it is!

Sad news that you may have heard.

Wayne Allwine, the voice of Mickey Mouse, has died at age 62, apparently from complications due to diabetes. He died two days ago, May 18.

How sad.

I'm in. I'm stuck in good ole NJ for december but I'll mail the bugger to your room. If I can figure a way to shrink wrap & package myself I may make it.

I think I'd like to see that!

I have a bit of a dilemma. For our trip in Sept. we are renting points. Because of that we can't make our ADR's through DVC ourselves. I'm a bit leary of going through the regular channels because of free dining and all the bad stories I've been hearing on the other threads. The woman we are renting the points from is willing to make our ADR's for us. This would be hard for me though because I want the control of when the reservations will be. What do you all think. Let go of some control and let her make them anyway or make them myself and just be prepared to be on the phone for awhile and a large phone bill?

I'll say ditto to what TeaPot said!

So what is everyone doing for Memorial Day? We're having a cookout/ badminton tournament/b-day party for DSsoontobe11 on Sat. I'm making white peach sangria & oreo ice cream pie. No other food will be served. Just kidding. No other big plans besides that.

 

[MiaSRN62]

Well, I don't think it needs to be toned down at all! Afterall, we blondes DO have more fun...don't we???

I suppose you have a very good point Corrine



eliza....thanks so much for that awesomely cute ducky video ! Thanks also for the Muppet trivia and count me in as one who never noticed the Kermit in the Star Wars ride.



Kathy....a late "welcome back". I know we made an attempt at a "meet" but the times just weren't on our side. Maybe another time ?

Sad news that you may have heard.

Wayne Allwine, the voice of Mickey Mouse, has died at age 62, apparently from complications due to diabetes. He died two days ago, May 18.

Sad. Thanks for the new WD. He was young.




How did things go blossomz ? Did u get a last minute reservation ?


Muushka....I'm guessing the "white moose" exchange is for the groupies going in Dec ? Sounds like a fun idea.


DLI....at the very least, I'd want to be on another line and actively knowing what was going on with the ADR's. I wish u luck with this. Keep us posted.



Maria

 

[Muushka]

This is one long multi-quote! Sorry!

I'm in. I'm stuck in good ole NJ for december but I'll mail the bugger to your room. If I can figure a way to shrink wrap & package myself I may make it.

That would be awesome! Come on down!!!

You mean "White Moose", right?

Yes yes, what was I thinking?????

I agree that is sad.

Dory have a great trip!!!!

Blossomz how did it go?

I have a bit of a dilemma. For our trip in Sept. we are renting points. Because of that we can't make our ADR's through DVC ourselves. I'm a bit leary of going through the regular channels because of free dining and all the bad stories I've been hearing on the other threads. The woman we are renting the points from is willing to make our ADR's for us. This would be hard for me though because I want the control of when the reservations will be. What do you all think. Let go of some control and let her make them anyway or make them myself and just be prepared to be on the phone for awhile and a large phone bill?

Yup, make them yourself. As was suggested, borrow someone's cell on the weekend or someone with the unlimited long distance.
Deep cleansing breath.....all will be well....all will be well....

Muushka - Can you believe they cancelled Earl?!

Muushka Do you know if you can watch the Earl episode on line
or is that what the rabbit hole episode is? (sorry for the stupid question)

and Groupie meet / Moose exchange I'm In do or die this time!

A big thanks for always stepping up to be momma moose.



Such sad news.

The rabbit hole I was talking about is the back story on Josh, the character who dies. He actually posted on a bulletin board like this (2 years before the show aired) forecasting his death. Then Joy and Crabman use his computer and log onto the site (this is real life, too funny). I think you can watch the old episodes on the internet. It is season 2, not sure which show. I think T of JT mentioned it a few pages back.

Good, another for the White Moose gift exchange!

Ok you got me. Is a White Elephant swap like a Yankee swap? I am from N.E. you know! But count me in no matter what it is!
I'll say ditto to what TeaPot said!

So what is everyone doing for Memorial Day? We're having a cookout/ badminton tournament/b-day party for DSsoontobe11 on Sat. I'm making white peach sangria & oreo ice cream pie. No other food will be served. Just kidding. No other big plans besides that.

Hey, I am a New England girl too! (RI, does that count???) But I learned about white elephant...err..moose in FL. OK, here is my definition of a White Moose, subject to if anyone else has anything to add or take away!

Who ever wants to participate brings a gift. We can put a monetary limit on the gift in case anyone wants to buy one. Mr Muush and I would bring 2.

The true definition of a white moose is that it is something that you no longer need that someone may want. Or it can be something totally useless (like an 8 track tape of the Carpenters). We usually bring something nice (like a pound of Dunkin Donuts coffee) and something silly or dumb or something useful that we no longer need (like a Wii game or something like that).

And say there are 25 fools...err...participants. Everyone would receive a number (chosen randomly from a hat).
The game starts with #1. They will go under the tree and choose a gift and sit down. We all either laugh or are envious.
#2 gets to either pick a different unknown gift from under the tree, or steal #1's gift.
#3 gets to steal #1 or #2 or get a new gift. And so on. But the strategy is that each gift may only be stolen 3 times and then it stays with that last person who stole it. And deals can be worked out!

I would suggest maybe having a meet prior to the white moose, because the game is a hoot when people steal and yell!

And the wrapping can make a difference. That 8 track tape might be the most beautifully wrapped gift and that coffee might be in an old paper bag with a used bow on it!

So, that is my definition. If anyone has any suggestions, we are all ears!

No Memorial Day plans for the Muushies.

 

[MiaSRN62]

That would be awesome! Come on down!!!

What are your dates again in Dec for the meet ? I *may* try and wiggle on down too. My dd will be going to FSU and her finals are over. Her finals are Dec 7-11. She wants to drive her car back to PA for the month long winter break, so I thought maybe I'd fly down in order to be her driving buddy back to PA. She's never driven longer than 3-4 hours alone and the ride home is like 17 hours. Soooooo.....I might just try and be there


Maria

 

[Muushka]

That would be wonderful! We don't have official dates yet, but here is an idea when a lot of Groupies will be there:

JimmyTammy Nov 28-Dec 11 VWL
gatordoc Nov 29-Dec 4 VWL
twokats Dec 1-5 AKV Dec 5-10 SSR )fingers crossed this will be in green soon
Inkmahm Dec 2-5 VWL Dec 5-12 DCL Dec 12 AKV
WDWRR_ENGINEER Dec 3-6 ASM
DiznyDi Dec 3-9 VWL Dec. 9-15 SSR
horselover Dec 5-9 VWL
tea pot Dec 5-11 VWL
Muushka Dec 5-12 VWL X Solstice cruise Dec 13-20 maybe.. Dec 13-16 AKV Dec 16-18 BCV
WDWRR_ENGINEER Dec 6-11 VWL
rer1972 Dec 6-11 VWL
bzzelady Dec 6-13 VWL
Lodgeloafer Dec 9-16 VWL
wildernessDad Dec 10-18 VWL
bobbiwoz Dec 12-16 VWL
lisah0711 Dec 18-22 VWL
LVSWL Dec 19-26 BCV
Good Ol Gal VWL Dec 20-25 then over to SSR
DisneyNutzy VWL Dec 20-23 Formosa Gardens Dec 23-30

What does everyone think? JT, we would love to plan this around Ranger Stan's ability to be there for the major meet, do you have his Dec schedule yet?

 

[horselover]

Good, another for the White Moose gift exchange!


Hey, I am a New England girl too! (RI, does that count???) But I learned about white elephant...err..moose in FL. OK, here is my definition of a White Moose, subject to if anyone else has anything to add or take away!

Who ever wants to participate brings a gift. We can put a monetary limit on the gift in case anyone wants to buy one. Mr Muush and I would bring 2.

The true definition of a white moose is that it is something that you no longer need that someone may want. Or it can be something totally useless (like an 8 track tape of the Carpenters). We usually bring something nice (like a pound of Dunkin Donuts coffee) and something silly or dumb or something useful that we no longer need (like a Wii game or something like that).

And say there are 25 fools...err...participants. Everyone would receive a number (chosen randomly from a hat).
The game starts with #1. They will go under the tree and choose a gift and sit down. We all either laugh or are envious.
#2 gets to either pick a different unknown gift from under the tree, or steal #1's gift.
#3 gets to steal #1 or #2 or get a new gift. And so on. But the strategy is that each gift may only be stolen 3 times and then it stays with that last person who stole it. And deals can be worked out!

I would suggest maybe having a meet prior to the white moose, because the game is a hoot when people steal and yell!

And the wrapping can make a difference. That 8 track tape might be the most beautifully wrapped gift and that coffee might be in an old paper bag with a used bow on it!

So, that is my definition. If anyone has any suggestions, we are all ears!

No Memorial Day plans for the Muushies.

I keep forgetting you're formerly a N.E. girl. Ok so it's pretty similar to the Yankee Swap. Will this include kid stuff or just adult stuff? We will have
Chip & Dale with us this trip. Not sure they'd be that interested in attending a meet with nothing in it for them! Hopefully I'll soon be changing my dates from 12/5-9 to 12/5-12/10!

 

[blossomz]

OK..here's what happened! We are sticking with our plans and they are sticking with theirs! There was not a DVC unit available!! Of course..it is the week of July 4th! The only thing they had was a 1 BR for only 3 nights at OKW! So I decided..oh well! I'm gonna go and have fun! I pulled the sympathy and guilt card with my youngins and told them they would have to make sure I had a good time!! Then I promptly called AKV and booked us one of them thar Wanyama Safaris! On our first day!!! Woo hoo! Now I have to decide what restaurant to cancel (dinner at Jiko is included)! Ragland Road, Flying Fish, Contemporary Grill, or Tusker House? Hmmm....tough choices! But I'm feeling better about this trip all the time!

Next I'll have to see if I can swing time and points for December! I hate being left out of a good party!

 

[Muushka]

I keep forgetting you're formerly a N.E. girl. Ok so it's pretty similar to the Yankee Swap. Will this include kid stuff or just adult stuff? We will have
Chip & Dale with us this trip. Not sure they'd be that interested in attending a meet with nothing in it for them! Hopefully I'll soon be changing my dates from 12/5-9 to 12/5-12/10!

Oh yeah, kiddos are definitely included! We have done it that if they get an adult thing, they can steal! Plus, I am pretty sure we will bring a Wii game that we no longer play (for example) that a kid would like.

OK..here's what happened! We are sticking with our plans and they are sticking with theirs! There was not a DVC unit available!! Of course..it is the week of July 4th! The only thing they had was a 1 BR for only 3 nights at OKW! So I decided..oh well! I'm gonna go and have fun! I pulled the sympathy and guilt card with my youngins and told them they would have to make sure I had a good time!! Then I promptly called AKV and booked us one of them thar Wanyama Safaris! On our first day!!! Woo hoo! Now I have to decide what restaurant to cancel (dinner at Jiko is included)! Ragland Road, Flying Fish, Contemporary Grill, or Tusker House? Hmmm....tough choices! But I'm feeling better about this trip all the time!

Next I'll have to see if I can swing time and points for December! I hate being left out of a good party!

Good deal! Hey, they might have free dining in Dec, something to consider if you are point short. We might take advantage of it ourselves over the weekend (if we don't do the cruise ). I hope it works out for you! And I am glad your summer trip is resolved.

 

[jimmytammy]

That would be wonderful! We don't have official dates yet, but here is an idea when a lot of Groupies will be there:

twokats Dec 1-5 AKV Dec 5-10 SSR )fingers crossed this will be in green soon
Inkmahm Dec 2-5 VWL Dec 5-12 DCL Dec 12 AKV
WDWRR_ENGINEER Dec 3-6 ASM
DiznyDi Dec 3-9 VWL Dec. 9-15 SSR
horselover Dec 5-9 VWL
tea pot Dec 5-11 VWL
Muushka Dec 5-12 VWL X Solstice cruise Dec 13-20 maybe.. Dec 13-16 AKV Dec 16-18 BCV
WDWRR_ENGINEER Dec 6-11 VWL
rer1972 Dec 6-11 VWL
bzzelady Dec 6-13 VWL
Lodgeloafer Dec 9-16 VWL
wildernessDad Dec 10-18 VWL
bobbiwoz Dec 12-16 VWL
lisah0711 Dec 18-22 VWL
LVSWL Dec 19-26 BCV
Good Ol Gal VWL Dec 20-25 then over to SSR
DisneyNutzy VWL Dec 20-23 Formosa Gardens Dec 23-30

What does everyone think? JT, we would love to plan this around Ranger Stan's ability to be there for the major meet, do you have his Dec schedule yet?

I feel slighted, I got left out of Dec

I spoke to Stan while we were there a couple weeks back, and at that time, he was aiming for a Nov. retirement. But if he is still working, he seemed hip to the idea of a lunch meet. He takes lunch at 1 and said he could work it where he could be there for an hour. That would be Wed. thru Sat. He lives about 45 mins away, so if he is retired, I still feel he would prefer a daytime meet to avoid a night drive.

Its funny cause a few days ago, I was looking at best case scenarios for a Dec meet and trying to work it where as many as possible could be there, and trying to work it where Stan, if still working, would be there. Tammy told me it was probably too soon. SoTammyNC, I told you!!

 

[jimmytammy]

2 Dec meets may be in the works to fit everybody in

 

[Muushka]

I feel slighted, I got left out of Dec

I spoke to Stan while we were there a couple weeks back, and at that time, he was aiming for a Nov. retirement. But if he is still working, he seemed hip to the idea of a lunch meet. He takes lunch at 1 and said he could work it where he could be there for an hour. That would be Wed. thru Sat. He lives about 45 mins away, so if he is retired, I still feel he would prefer a daytime meet to avoid a night drive.

Its funny cause a few days ago, I was looking at best case scenarios for a Dec meet and trying to work it where as many as possible could be there, and trying to work it where Stan, if still working, would be there. Tammy told me it was probably too soon. SoTammyNC, I told you!!

Don't feel slighted (although I don't understand why you are not on the list?? What are your dates and I will put you back on!). Not 5 minutes ago I was talking to Mr Muush about Christmas. He asked who was coming so I just read him the list. He said "What about JimmyTammy?"! Ha! You are that famous!!!

Yup J, you were right. Never too early! So we need to figure out a good day for the most amount of people. Input!!

 

[jimmytammy]

Don't feel slighted (although I don't understand why you are not on the list?? What are your dates and I will put you back on!). Not 5 minutes ago I was talking to Mr Muush about Christmas. He asked who was coming so I just read him the list. He said "What about JimmyTammy?"! Ha! You are that famous!!!

Yup J, you were right. Never too early! So we need to figure out a good day for the most amount of people. Input!!

Although Stan if still working wouldnt be there, Tues Dec 8th looks like the best day to get the most groupies. I counted, and it looks as if 9 possible shows would be best case scenario. Look at that as a date and see if that is a good one or not. If Stan is still working, it may take some work to get him there, since he works Wed-Sat, if retired, not a big deal, I think. He indicated his wife beggining to draw SS in Oct. and she wants him home then.

Our dates our Nov. 28-Dec. 11. We are still on the list on the 1st page. Just ribbin you a bit

 

[tink4ever]

I just wanted to say that VWL was our first DVC that we bought in 2001 and it is my absolute favorite resort on the property. I love this thread because it just makes me happy to hear how many other people love it too. My kids love the BCV but my favorite is VWL!!

 

[horselover]

OK..here's what happened! We are sticking with our plans and they are sticking with theirs! There was not a DVC unit available!! Of course..it is the week of July 4th! The only thing they had was a 1 BR for only 3 nights at OKW! So I decided..oh well! I'm gonna go and have fun! I pulled the sympathy and guilt card with my youngins and told them they would have to make sure I had a good time!! Then I promptly called AKV and booked us one of them thar Wanyama Safaris! On our first day!!! Woo hoo! Now I have to decide what restaurant to cancel (dinner at Jiko is included)! Ragland Road, Flying Fish, Contemporary Grill, or Tusker House? Hmmm....tough choices! But I'm feeling better about this trip all the time!

Next I'll have to see if I can swing time and points for December! I hate being left out of a good party!

So glad everything worked out for you. Unless you really like Raglan Road that would be the one I'd drop. We were not at all impressed with it. I've never been to the others so I can't comment on them. JHMO.

Although Stan if still working wouldnt be there, Tues Dec 8th looks like the best day to get the most groupies. I counted, and it looks as if 9 possible shows would be best case scenario. Look at that as a date and see if that is a good one or not. If Stan is still working, it may take some work to get him there, since he works Wed-Sat, if retired, not a big deal, I think. He indicated his wife beggining to draw SS in Oct. and she wants him home then.

Our dates our Nov. 28-Dec. 11. We are still on the list on the 1st page. Just ribbin you a bit

Tue. Dec. 8 seems fine to me. The only thing I know for sure we'll do next trip is MK & a day at Kennedy Space Center. I can just work around the 8th & make sure that's not our space center day.

 

[horselover]

Does anyone know how I can get rid of the Mouseketeer label under my user name? Is it a certain # of posts before it goes away? Thanks for any advice!

 

[tea pot]

We are about 15 minutes North of Boston.

Hi Massachusetts Groupie... I'm 9 miles north of Boston... neighbors

What are your dates again in Dec for the meet ? I *may* try and wiggle on down too. My dd will be going to FSU and her finals are over. Her finals are Dec 7-11. She wants to drive her car back to PA for the month long winter break, so I thought maybe I'd fly down in order to be her driving buddy back to PA. She's never driven longer than 3-4 hours alone and the ride home is like 17 hours. Soooooo.....I might just try and be there
Maria

Now that sounds like a great plan

OK..here's what happened! We are sticking with our plans and they are sticking with theirs! There was not a DVC unit available!! Of course..it is the week of July 4th! The only thing they had was a 1 BR for only 3 nights at OKW! So I decided..oh well! I'm gonna go and have fun! I pulled the sympathy and guilt card with my youngins and told them they would have to make sure I had a good time!! Then I promptly called AKV and booked us one of them thar Wanyama Safaris! On our first day!!! Woo hoo! Now I have to decide what restaurant to cancel (dinner at Jiko is included)! Ragland Road, Flying Fish, Contemporary Grill, or Tusker House? Hmmm....tough choices! But I'm feeling better about this trip all the time!

Next I'll have to see if I can swing time and points for December
! I hate being left out of a good party!

Blossomz Good News... Have a Ball on the Wanyama Safaris and let us know how you like it... take lots of pictures!!!!
Please try to come down in Dec... sending pixie dust for that plan


JimmyTammy... Yes.. never too early for the Groupies... you know we live to plan... that's what keeps us going.
Tues Dec 8 is OK with us.. as I said before Do or Die this time ( I can hear my mother saying Don't say that!! so God Willing )
also the White Moose /Yankee Swap sounds like alot of fun and from the size of Muushka's list this will be one Big Groupie Meet.. and If Ranger Stan comes it will be the BEST


off topic ditto with horselover what does Mouseketeer mean???

 

[horselover]

Hi Massachusetts Groupie... I'm 9 miles north of Boston... neighbors

Lots of MA north shore groupies here. We're about 25 mi. west of Boston.

Looking forward to seeing you at the groupie meet this time TeaPot!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Does anyone know how I can get rid of the Mouseketeer label under my user name? Is it a certain # of posts before it goes away? Thanks for any advice!

That's another board! LOL

Go under User CP and then under edit your details. In the second section you'll see where you can change what it says.

 

[Muushka]

Although Stan if still working wouldnt be there, Tues Dec 8th looks like the best day to get the most groupies. I counted, and it looks as if 9 possible shows would be best case scenario. Look at that as a date and see if that is a good one or not. If Stan is still working, it may take some work to get him there, since he works Wed-Sat, if retired, not a big deal, I think. He indicated his wife beggining to draw SS in Oct. and she wants him home then.

Our dates our Nov. 28-Dec. 11. We are still on the list on the 1st page. Just ribbin you a bit

You are so bad! I fixed the page before where I left you and gatordoc out! But here it is again, just in case you don't believe me!

I also quoted you as to what would be a good day for the meet on the first page, so people can keep up. That Tuesday would be fine for us.
JimmyTammy Nov 28-Dec 11 VWL
gatordoc Nov 29-Dec 4 VWL
twokats Dec 1-5 AKV Dec 5-10 SSR )fingers crossed this will be in green soon
Inkmahm Dec 2-5 VWL Dec 5-12 DCL Dec 12 AKV
WDWRR_ENGINEER Dec 3-6 ASM
DiznyDi Dec 3-9 VWL Dec. 9-15 SSR
horselover Dec 5-9 VWL
tea pot Dec 5-11 VWL
Muushka Dec 5-12 VWL X Solstice cruise Dec 13-20 maybe.. Dec 13-16 AKV Dec 16-18 BCV
WDWRR_ENGINEER Dec 6-11 VWL
rer1972 Dec 6-11 VWL
bzzelady Dec 6-13 VWL
Lodgeloafer Dec 9-16 VWL
wildernessDad Dec 10-18 VWL
bobbiwoz Dec 12-16 VWL
lisah0711 Dec 18-22 VWL
LVSWL Dec 19-26 BCV
Good Ol Gal VWL Dec 20-25 then over to SSR
DisneyNutzy VWL Dec 20-23 Formosa Gardens Dec 23-30

I just wanted to say that VWL was our first DVC that we bought in 2001 and it is my absolute favorite resort on the property. I love this thread because it just makes me happy to hear how many other people love it too. My kids love the BCV but my favorite is VWL!!

And you don't have our Groupie Moosie????? He would look mighty handsome on you!

Does anyone know how I can get rid of the Mouseketeer label under my user name? Is it a certain # of posts before it goes away? Thanks for any advice!

Yup, it is based on post number. But I think if you get tagged by the fairy, that disappears.

 

[DiznyDi]

Hi Groupies

We put our son on a plane back to Iraq today. He expects to travel about 31 hours until he's back to Kuwait.
We had a wonderful visit though it all ended much too soon!

...on to Groupie stuff... the 8th looks good for us, to. The evening of the 8th is the DVC discounted tickets to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, so we should probably plan around noontime as JT suggested.

Isn't planning so much fun!!