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

[Granny]

Let's see...this thread is all of 11 days old and already 18 pages but more importantly 36 different posters. I'd say the Groupies are alive and well!!

 

[Muushka]

Granny, are you stalking me??

Happy New Year Granny!

 

[horselover]

Oooo 1st post of the day! I'm never 1st.

Hi Dodie & Dory!

MM - 9 more sleeps! Too funny! It's too bad we're going to miss each other by about a week.

I'm really counting the days now as it's getting colder & colder! Friday is supposed to be the colder day in MA since 2003!

I got my notice from OL this morning for my delivery on Sat.! It's starting to feel official now.

I have to admit I'm getting a little worried about my stamina for this trip. 6 wks. out from surgery & I still get really tired mid-day. I doubt I'll have my usual get up & go pace. Knowing what I know now I never would have scheduled the surgery for before the trip. It doesn't help that my doc was not 100% honest with me. He told me the recovery time would be 6 wks. & I'd be back to my old self. He's going to get a piece of my mind today when I see him for my check up. He should have been a little more honest about it.

Stay warm fellow groupies in cold weather places!

3 more days!!!

 

[Granny]

Muushka...not stalking...we just like to hang out in the same places.

horselover...very best wishes on your surgery and recovery. While you might not be quite as active this trip, that's the beauty of DVC knowing you'll be back again relatively soon. Good luck!

And I officially struck out in my quest to convince my family to head to WDW for Christmas this year. So I won't be joining the Groupie meets. Thank goodness I'll get my Lodge fix in during the summer.

 

[Muushka]

Muushka...not stalking...we just like to hang out in the same places.

horselover...very best wishes on your surgery and recovery. While you might not be quite as active this trip, that's the beauty of DVC knowing you'll be back again relatively soon. Good luck!

And I officially struck out in my quest to convince my family to head to WDW for Christmas this year. So I won't be joining the Groupie meets. Thank goodness I'll get my Lodge fix in during the summer.

Darn! Well, one of these Decembers we will get to meet!

 

[KAT4DISNEY]

Good morning Groupies!!! How is everyone doing in the northern states? We were in MN last week and escaped on Sunday just before the big chill settled in. I couldn't understand why the whole state wasn't trying to get on our flight going to Vegas?!?!?!? We're having the opposite problems around Reno/Tahoe - it's too warm. I'm enjoying it but the snow is melting too quickly and we'll be paying for it in the summer.

I have to admit I'm getting a little worried about my stamina for this trip. 6 wks. out from surgery & I still get really tired mid-day. I doubt I'll have my usual get up & go pace. Knowing what I know now I never would have scheduled the surgery for before the trip. It doesn't help that my doc was not 100% honest with me. He told me the recovery time would be 6 wks. & I'd be back to my old self. He's going to get a piece of my mind today when I see him for my check up. He should have been a little more honest about it.

Stay warm fellow groupies in cold weather places!

3 more days!!!

horselover - have you considered renting a scooter? We did that for DH for our Dec. trip. He had a miniscus transplant in his knee in Oct that the Dr. told him would take 4 weeks to recover from (ha!). At 4 weeks he had to have repair work done so there was no way he could do much if any walking. He resisted the scooter terribly but afterwards he said it was the best thing he could have ever done! (Why he doesn't just learn to listen to his DW from the start I don't know. ) I know you had shoulder surgery but if you tire easily I believe the scooter will really help you enjoy your trip. And you could just use it as needed. If you want to check it out and would like more info let me know. I'd recommend renting from an offsite company and it really was not expensive especially compared to how it saved the vacation for us. AND the bonus for everyone was no carrying bags for any of us!

 

[KeepSwimmingDory]

Happy Wednesday!

horselover- I'm sorry to hear you are not back 100%. I hope you can take a slower pace and still have a wonderful trip.

Everybody stay safe and warm.

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Wow I had a lot of catching up to do!

twokats - and glad you joined us! Your may trip sounds just wonderful. Congrats early on your 25th anniversary!

cheer4bison - enjoyed reading about the fireworks cruise. What a sweet memory.

eliza - never a dull day at your house! I trust you'll get even with them some day.

DLI - interesting about the AK tree

BWV Dreamin' - oh I'd love to hear about your segway tour if you do it. We did the one at Epcot and absolutely loved it. I booked it as a surprise for my DH on a couples only trip and I think I loved it more than he did. I was very nervous because I'm not exactly graceful, but it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. I'd love to try the one at Ft. Wilderness.

Inkmahm - my DH always puts a Segway on his Christmas list as a joke but he would love to have one. It really is a fun way to get around. Hope you enjoy the tour in March. Let us know.

mickeymorse - my DH has the same reaction about Sci Fi. He just doesn't like the food much but he will do it every now and then just for the kids to have the experience because they love it. Your trip is so close!

DiznyDi - enjoyed reading your thoughts and we too appreciate your son's service. We have never done the flag service at MK but would like to.

Muushka - I know you have been back a while but welcome back! Glad you had a good trip. Thanks for keeping the list going. Can you add on to the beginning of my trip 3/7 Ft. Wilderness cabin? That's my DS13 twins birthdays so we decided to go a day earlier. Thanks!

kerickson - I don't have any advice on how busy it is in October, but wanted to say I'm glad you joined us.

horselover - I'm jealous and wish I could trade countdowns with you or MM!

DODIE - stay warm!

Everyone else I missed - haha I just like for everyone to get a shout out....I know I'm leaving out some who posted so to all of you hello again and have a happy week!

I will definitely report on that Fort Wilderness Segway tour!! I also will post pics, pics, and more pics! This will be a Virgin Moose report as this will be my " first time" at the Villas!!! Can't wait!!

 

[Disney loving Iowan]

Thanks for reminding me! I almost forgot! I may have to start counting down the hours soon.

You haven't started already?! I am looking forward to doing the single digit dance on Monday. Then I can officially start counting down the hours!

You are welcome. AND I removed the calories! You can eat the entire thing!

Believe me I will! Thanks!

Doing the single digit dance until we leave for our trip. 9 more sleeps.

Good for you!!!! I'm not too far behind you!

 

[eliza61]

I have to admit I'm getting a little worried about my stamina for this trip. 6 wks. out from surgery & I still get really tired mid-day. I doubt I'll have my usual get up & go pace. Knowing what I know now I never would have scheduled the surgery for before the trip. It doesn't help that my doc was not 100% honest with me. He told me the recovery time would be 6 wks. & I'd be back to my old self. He's going to get a piece of my mind today when I see him for my check up. He should have been a little more honest about it.

Stay warm fellow groupies in cold weather places!

3 more days!!!

What is it with Surgeons and 6 weeks. I had knee surgery last June and I got the same 6 week drill. While it was better than pre surgery I was no where near my old self.
Don't worry about the pace HL. I have faith in wdw's & the lodge's magic. I think it will give you exactly the kind of vacation you need right now.

Have a great time. I would be green with envy but it's only 18 degrees here in Philly, I think once you turn blue you have to warm up again before doing any other colors.

 

[DWFan4Life]

Doing the single digit dance until we leave for our trip. 9 more sleeps.

Wow...I'll help you dance more... That would be better... We just got there last Christmas holidays and the experience is really wonderful, I already miss it.

Have a safe trip and enjoy.

 

[horselover]

Thanks for all the support groupies! You guys & gals are awesome!

So I'm back from the doctor. What is it with doctors? Kept me waiting for 45 min. & I had to call the school to have them pull the kids off the bus because I wasn't going to make it. He asked me how I was & I told him I'm still really sore & have had to take a few pain pills over the last week or so. First time I've had to do that since week 1 after surgery. So he lifts up my arm to see how far it will go (Owww!) & says well you're sore because it's stiffening up & get rid of that sling. Umm hello aren't you the one who told me to wear the sling up until now?! His response was now I'm telling you to get rid of it & get your arm moving. So much for 6 wks. & you'll be good as new. I've hardly been wearing the sling around the house anyway so I'm not sure I'm buying his explanation. But I'm officially free of it now & I've got the all clear to ride my horse again. Not sure how I'll get the saddle on him, but that's another story. He also gave the all clear to go on all the rides next week unless it's something that requires me to hold onto a bar up high. Like I could do it even if I wanted to. Sheesh.

Is it wrong to be planning my trip around snacks? I've got a list a mile long in my head of all the things I want to eat next week. So much for the lose 5 lbs. resolution! I think calories consummed while on vacation don't count anyway.


Kat4Disney - I'm going to think about the scooter thing tonight. I think I'll probably be ok & we can always go back to the resort to rest, but it's worth considering. Thanks for the tip. And I agree that men should always listen to their wives the 1st time!

 

[bzzelady]

Is it wrong to be planning my trip around snacks?

I think that the answer to this question is over on the restaurants board There are entire threads devoted to this quest so no...I don't see anthing wrong with it. In fact, could you have a Mickey bar for me while you are there??


Glad to hear that the surgeon gave you the all clear to do what your arm will tolerate and to get back in the saddle again!

 

[mickeymorse]

Oooo 1st post of the day! I'm never 1st.

MM - 9 more sleeps! Too funny! It's too bad we're going to miss each other by about a week.

I'm really counting the days now as it's getting colder & colder! Friday is supposed to be the colder day in MA since 2003!

I have to admit I'm getting a little worried about my stamina for this trip. 6 wks. out from surgery & I still get really tired mid-day. I doubt I'll have my usual get up & go pace. Knowing what I know now I never would have scheduled the surgery for before the trip. It doesn't help that my doc was not 100% honest with me. He told me the recovery time would be 6 wks. & I'd be back to my old self. He's going to get a piece of my mind today when I see him for my check up. He should have been a little more honest about it.

Stay warm fellow groupies in cold weather places!

3 more days!!!

Sorry that we are going to miss each other. May you receive a nice dose of Fla sunshine to help the healing process. Cold Mass air just won't do.

And I officially struck out in my quest to convince my family to head to WDW for Christmas this year. So I won't be joining the Groupie meets. Thank goodness I'll get my Lodge fix in during the summer.

Unfortunately I'm with you there Granny. Lets see what 2010 holds

Wow...I'll help you dance more... That would be better... We just got there last Christmas holidays and the experience is really wonderful, I already miss it.

Have a safe trip and enjoy.

Thanks for the dance and wishes. This trip has been almost 11 months in the making. One part of me feels like it took forever to get here and the other is saying " Where did the last year go?"

 

[blossomz]

Do it!!!

Hmmm...I am starting to think maybe I could swing coming down for the weekend of Dec 5! December dates are tough on a teacher!! I can't stand that there might be a groupie meet and I might not be there! Hmm....

Getting REALLY COLD here in PA and I would guess up the coast from me!

 

[50 years Too!]

Hmmm...I am starting to think maybe I could swing coming down for the weekend of Dec 5! December dates are tough on a teacher!! I can't stand that there might be a groupie meet and I might not be there! Hmm....

Getting REALLY COLD here in PA and I would guess up the coast from me!

Now that's an idea. I have never thought of going for a short trip by myself.
But to meet all you guys I might have to fly cross country for a weekend!

Deb

 

[bzzelady]

Getting REALLY COLD here in PA and I would guess up the coast from me!

Blossomz,

It's only about 5 degrees colder up here in Danville
However, judging from the forecast for the weekend, I don't think any of us will be spending any more time outside than necessary.

 

[blossomz]

Think WDW....think WDW...think warm....

 

[bzzelady]

I'm thinking...I'm thinking...
I'm thinking I better change my screen saver from the VWL Christmas tree to a summer view of the villas pool

 

[tea pot]

Hello Groupies

It's getting real cold here....
Stoking the wood stove... gotta love the old Vermont Casting.. I don't think the kitty cats will move from the rug just in front of that stove until spring

Doing the single digit dance until we leave for our trip. 9 more sleeps.

Have a Wonderful Trip Home !!!

Let's see...this thread is all of 11 days old and already 18 pages but more importantly 36 different posters. I'd say the Groupies are alive and well!!

I was just thinking... How great this new chapter has been and how much you can miss in just a few days.

Thanks for all the support groupies! You guys & gals are awesome!

So I'm back from the doctor. What is it with doctors? Kept me waiting for 45 min. & I had to call the school to have them pull the kids off the bus because I wasn't going to make it. He asked me how I was & I told him I'm still really sore & have had to take a few pain pills over the last week or so. First time I've had to do that since week 1 after surgery. So he lifts up my arm to see how far it will go (Owww!) & says well you're sore because it's stiffening up & get rid of that sling. Umm hello aren't you the one who told me to wear the sling up until now?! His response was now I'm telling you to get rid of it & get your arm moving. So much for 6 wks. & you'll be good as new. I've hardly been wearing the sling around the house anyway so I'm not sure I'm buying his explanation. But I'm officially free of it now & I've got the all clear to ride my horse again. Not sure how I'll get the saddle on him, but that's another story. He also gave the all clear to go on all the rides next week unless it's something that requires me to hold onto a bar up high. Like I could do it even if I wanted to. Sheesh.

Is it wrong to be planning my trip around snacks? I've got a list a mile long in my head of all the things I want to eat next week. So much for the lose 5 lbs. resolution! I think calories consummed while on vacation don't count anyway.


Kat4Disney - I'm going to think about the scooter thing tonight. I think I'll probably be ok & we can always go back to the resort to rest, but it's worth considering. Thanks for the tip. And I agree that men should always listen to their wives the 1st time!

Horselover ....Take it easy I'm sure you'll be 100% soon... a little Florida Sunshine and WDW Magic will go along way Stay Warm

Hmmm...I am starting to think maybe I could swing coming down for the weekend of Dec 5! December dates are tough on a teacher!! I can't stand that there might be a groupie meet and I might not be there! Hmm....

That's a great idea.... We could have Ranger Stan write you a note.

Now that's an idea. I have never thought of going for a short trip by myself.
But to meet all you guys I might have to fly cross country for a weekend!
Deb

Do it.... Do it.....Do it.....