what we found when we finally made it back to WDW--FOR MY NEW FRIENDS NEW EDIT #279

[longing2Batdisney]

Single digits ... 7 days until we hit the road
8 days til Universal
9 days to see Bonnie
10 days until WDW

But who's counting....
I am

 

[leamom2princesses]

Hooray Connie! I'll dance for ya!

 

[racefanof88]

GONNA DANCE WITH YA

 

[longing2Batdisney]

Should I bring Ashton's swim vest?

Packing list:
things I have:
shampoo, conditioner, soap
cotton swabs, cotton balls,
sunscreen, aloe,
toothpaste, personal belongings,
bandaids, neosporian (spell), benadryl cream,
tylenol (both adult & baby), benadryl liquid,
Danny's meds, nightlight, hairdryer

Things I need:
benadryl tablets, more ziplock bags (quart & gallon),
pedisure, gum, and road snacks,
cash for tolls,
... thinking what else...
feel like I'm forgetting something

lysol wipes and spray that is what I forgot!!!
socks for Danny & Dayne

went to wally world earlier: finished the above list even picked up the "BE KOOL" pads to try. Now, I all have left is soft drinks, water, and juice for the road will p/u over the weekend...

 

[longing2Batdisney]

So, anybody have any idea if I should bring Ashton's swim vest???

Bought hot dogs and came home and threw together a chili...trying to get Ashton to eat one ... not working...
he is a major concern when we go... I don't know what I'm going to feed him
I guess we will be looking for soups and any kind of rice dishes...
he used to eat mac n cheese and just recently decided he doesn't want that either... he does not eat nuggets... sometimes we can get him to eat pizza... been trying to get him to eat PB&J's--not working...he likes real food and we are planning to do QS/CS. I know MK will not be a problem not sure about the rest...

 

[racefanof88]

So, anybody have any idea if I should bring Ashton's swim vest???

Bought hot dogs and came home and threw together a chili...trying to get Ashton to eat one ... not working...
he is a major concern when we go... I don't know what I'm going to feed him
I guess we will be looking for soups and any kind of rice dishes...
he used to eat mac n cheese and just recently decided he doesn't want that either... he does not eat nuggets... sometimes we can get him to eat pizza... been trying to get him to eat PB&J's--not working...he likes real food and we are planning to do QS/CS. I know MK will not be a problem not sure about the rest...

I would take the swim vest.

Dallas is a very picky eater. He will eat hot dogs I fix, but not the kind you get in a restaurant. He loves grilled cheese, french fries, pizza and well.........thats about it . He will not eat any veggies, once in a while he will eat chicken nuggets and he loves Krystals but they don't sell them on Disney property........ All the CS/QS basically serve the same type foods. Sunshine Seasons at Epcot is kinda like a food court. You can find the menus here.........http://www.wdwinfo.com/wdwinfo/dining/disneydining.cfm

 

[longing2Batdisney]

thanks... been searching the menus...found lots of things everyone would like except Ashton and Dayne... when I first started he was eating mac n cheese... tried grilled cheese--that's a no, too. loves beans but not baked beans (we call them pork n beans)

I told Danny maybe we could do lunchables...tried them all he eats is the crackers

just hope I can find soups... or Ashton and I will be going to the POR food court once a day..I know I can feed him there...

 

[leamom2princesses]

Luckily my monkeys will eat anything. Sorry you're having a time finding things Ashton will eat.

I slept pretty good last night. I know the next two nights will be sleepless because of the anticipation of getting to my happy place!

Have a great day Connie!!!

 

[longing2Batdisney]

OK so I went through the dining list again...

here is what I have come up with I hope these places have good food. I feel I can persuade Ashton to eat at most of the ones I listed...

Animal Kingdom:
Picnic in the Park (hoping to convince everyone this is the best idea for lunch Sunday--Bonnie will be w/us this day).
Anandapur Yak & Yeti (counter service--for Ashton; fried ice)
Pizzafari

Epcot:
Season food court
Electric Umbrella
Cantina de San Angel

Hollywood Studios:
Rosie's All American Cafe
Toy Story Pizza Planet

Magic Kingdom:
Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe
Pinocchio Village Haus


Downtown Disney:
Earl of Sandwich
Cheesecake Factory Express Food Quest
McDonald's

End Zone Food Court
Riverside Mill Port Orleans Riverside

**this is a maybe**
Sassagoula Food Factory (sold New Orleans type foods way back when--not listed on menu list but would be nice to think they still have some items i.e.; gumbo, jambalaya--Ashton will eat gumbo;my mom makes it for him reguarly, not my fav)

 

[longing2Batdisney]

Thursday May 21
drive; check in to townhouse; run to SOG for tickets;
p/u stroller from fellow swapper;run to store to supplies
Friday May 22
Universal
Saturday May 23
Islands of Adventure --may switch the two Bonnie & Blake will meet us at the townhouse
Sunday May 24
check into Allstar Sports bright and early; hop on bus to Animal Kingdom;
Downtown Disney for Bonnie & I w/the boys; don't know what Danny & the older kids will do yet!
Monday May 25
Hollywood Studios for rope drop-EMH
Tuesday May 26
Magic Kingdom--EMH; that night Spectromagic & wishes
Wednesday May 27
Epcot; Illuminations that night
Thursday May 28
day of hopping; kids are thinking of adding the water park option for this day; end the day and the trip w/DHS "Fantasmic"
my favorite
Friday May 29
WE DRIVE HOME

Well, this is the final draft: we will go back to the resort in the middle of the day on MK and Epcot days; as those will be long days in the park
I think I'm ready; now I just wish it were time to go

Need to go back to my prep list and keep working on it... need to keep busy... so the time does not come to a stand still
6 days til we leave

 

[mickeystoontown]

The restaurant in Mexico does require ADRs but you may be able to just call when you get to Disney and see if they have anything open. Or, the concierge desk at the resort might can help you.

One other note, I hope that El Pirata is open when you visit. I hasn't been the last five years we have gone.

 

[longing2Batdisney]

The restaurant in Mexico does require ADRs but you may be able to just call when you get to Disney and see if they have anything open. Or, the concierge desk at the resort might can help you.

One other note, I hope that El Pirata is open when you visit. I hasn't been the last five years we have gone.

No problem on the el Pirata, just pulled it from the dining list... Dayne likes tacos that is why I listed it. If I get an ADR for Mexico he'll get one then. Was trying to find at least three places to choose from for each park. Worse comes to worse he can eat a burger or pizza everyday--he'll be in heaven... Ashton on the other hand...I have decided to buy enough pedisure (two a day--this is usually all he wants for breakfast any how)and fruit so if he turns his nose up on the food he will not become malnurished--lol. The pedisure is probably better for him than the food anyway.

 

[longing2Batdisney]

Next trip will def. be at Animal Kingdom lodge and w/the Dining deluxe package...
just started reading Nickie's TR! Wish I had saved an extra little bit to include the DP.
Oh! well! the teens will rather grab and go... and nothing to tell them when they have to stop!

 

[mickeystoontown]

If you want to add another counter service in Magic Kingdom, I highly recommend Pecos Bill's. I absolutely love their fixins' bar.

I bet you are getting excited!

 

[longing2Batdisney]

Thanks!!! I think only Danny & Joe would like that one! I did look at it...but that is the nice thing about QS everyone can eat whatever they want... so I'll be sure to put it on their list...

Yes, I'm getting excited and second guessing everything...
I'll be horrible by Monday and Tuesday...

 

[longing2Batdisney]

Thursday May 21
drive; check in to townhouse; run to SOG for tickets;
p/u stroller from fellow swapper;run to store to supplies
Friday May 22
Universal
Saturday May 23
Islands of Adventure --may switch the two Bonnie & Blake will meet us at the townhouse
Sunday May 24
check into Allstar Sports bright and early; hop on bus to Animal Kingdom;
Downtown Disney for Bonnie & I w/the boys; don't know what Danny & the older kids will do yet!
Monday May 25
Hollywood Studios for rope drop-EMH
Tuesday May 26
Magic Kingdom--EMH; that night Spectromagic & wishes
Wednesday May 27
Epcot; Illuminations that night
Thursday May 28
day of hopping; kids are thinking of adding the water park option for this day; end the day and the trip w/DHS "Fantasmic"
my favorite
Friday May 29
WE DRIVE HOME

Well, this is the final draft: we will go back to the resort in the middle of the day on MK and Epcot days; as those will be long days in the park
I think I'm ready; now I just wish it were time to go

Need to go back to my prep list and keep working on it... need to keep busy... so the time does not come to a stand still
6 days til we leave

I have to add to either Sunday "Wishes" from the Poly beach for 10
or Monday @9--Thanks Nickie, for the tip--I love that idea and it gives me an excuse to go visit the resort...now need a reason to get Danny over to Animal Kingdom lodge.

 

[leamom2princesses]

Great plan Connie! I'm putting the final touches on ours so that I can post and copy over to something for my backpack. Glad you were able to find some places you think the family can eat.

Have a great night!

 

[racefanof88]

Your plans sound great. I am actually wanting to do Universal again. I really like going to City Walk and Margaritaville is my favorite place. I have been to the one in NO, at City Walk and in Panama City Beach. Plus, I am a NASCAR fan, and now that Race Rocks is closed in Orlando, NASCAR Cafe is the only place left with that type decor.

Have a fun and safe trip, can't wait to hear all about it when you get home .

 

[longing2Batdisney]

So, new plan of attack:
Tuesday clean Dayne's room and pack his clothes done
Wednesday I will have all three babies so the day off--decided to do the store run today... babies leave by three...
Thursday start Danny & I's bag & essentials bag; check in w/ online check inDID NOT DO ANYTHING--BUT WASH LAUNDRY HAD ONE LITTLE GIRL FROM 5:30 AM -3PM AND THE OTHER FROM 2:30 TILL 7 PM W/ NO NAP FOR ASHTON IN BETWEEN
Friday bring car to Ford (Danny has decided that the car needed an overhaul--right before we leave,uugghh--the warranty ends in Aug), and puppy to Vet BAD NEWS ON THE WARRANTY--I know I purchased it until the car was paid for--but the guy told Danny it ended Aug '08--will cost about $400 to fix--i just hope Danny can fix it
Saturday call Gwendolyn & Joe to bring their laundry and get them to start packing
Sunday go over packing list w/ Danny & Dayne; clean the fridge of any left overs; give dogs & birds baths
Monday go through what I packed; contact townhouse ressie for lock box code and directions
Tuesday wash bed sheets, mop floors, clean bathrooms laundry from the week
Wednesday pack up the three dogs and two birds to send with Danny to MIL's house; take it easy put bags in truck, bring Ashton to my mom's to spend the evening so we can nap and he can visit before leaving for the next 10 days!



Thursday HIT THE ROAD EARLY!!!!

[/QUOTE]Need to decide when I want to pack for Danny & I sometime this weekend--just not in the mood today to think about it.

 

[leamom2princesses]

Hi Connie! In case we don't chat anymore...

Have a great trip!!!!

It's been great getting to know you and your family. Can't wait to hear all about your trip!