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[TarzansKat]

Deal. I am a big drink talker as well, so I probably won't get very far.

I really love the phrase little nugget. I even googled those happy meal toys to relive my childhood this afternoon.

Not to sidetrack the drink talk, and I know I said no wedding but I have to share. I just finished re-doing the table labels. My tables are named "Chickadee Cabin", "Owl's Nest Inn", "Robin Farms", "Woodpecker Lodge" hehehe they are so cute. I am happy with the way the turned out. I will have to take pics. 12

The Woodpecker Lodge makes me giggly in a sort of way. Sorry...but at least you'll laugh a little and think of me on the big day in all my craziness. And let me throw in one of these guys for good measure.

Does DHS have a signature drink?

I do love the Citron Limeade at the Brown Derby. I guess the 50s Prime Time has a bar you can sit at, not sure anywhere else...

I wouldn't mind the Grand Mangue (I know I butchered that spelling) Orange slush at France... It sounds awesome!

It's Grand Marnier, just so you know for the future. Do you like orange? I'm not a big orange fan, so I think I may prefer the Grey Goose one, I think it's more of a lemon slush.

 

[Lady Lallie]

The Woodpecker Lodge makes me giggly in a sort of way. Sorry...but at least you'll laugh a little and think of me on the big day in all my craziness. And let me throw in one of these guys for good measure.

ME TOO!

I do love the Citron Limeade at the Brown Derby. I guess the 50s Prime Time has a bar you can sit at, not sure anywhere else...

I'm more of a rum kinda gal, rum fruity gal to be exact.

It's Grand Marnier, just so you know for the future. Do you like orange? I'm not a big orange fan, so I think I may prefer the Grey Goose one, I think it's more of a lemon slush.

When I look at those drink, I think yum and then I think heart burn. Citrus is not always my friend. Especially if nothing else is with it, if that makes sense.

Does AKL have a lounge? For some reason I thought they did, I could be mistaken though.

 

[Lady Lallie]

This one will make you giggle too!! Peacock Bed & Breakfast.

 

[TarzansKat]

ME TOO!

Okay, I thought it was just me.

I'm more of a rum kinda gal, rum fruity gal to be exact.
When I look at those drink, I think yum and then I think heart burn. Citrus is not always my friend. Especially if nothing else is with it, if that makes sense.

I don't do as well with rum. Hence my barely finishing my lapu lapu. I'm more of a tequila (margarita) or midori girl. I guess I like my drinks tart and sweet. Like me!

Does AKL have a lounge? For some reason I thought they did, I could be mistaken though.

Not sure....something to research. I'll check on that and hopefully we can chat more tomorrow. I do have a doc's appt and some errands etc, but I should be DISing in the early afternoon.

Alright, guys, it's been fun, but I have to get some rest for my interview tomorrow. I always interview really well...actually...now that I think about it, I've never not gotten a job offer...am I fabby or what? Okay, enough with the ego. Seriously, I still get nervous.

Wish me luck and good night!

OHANA!

 

[TarzansKat]

This one will make you giggle too!! Peacock Bed & Breakfast.

 

[Lady Lallie]

Okay, I thought it was just me.

I don't do as well with rum. Hence my barely finishing my lapu lapu. I'm more of a tequila (margarita) or midori girl. I guess I like my drinks tart and sweet. Like me!



Not sure....something to research. I'll check on that and hopefully we can chat more tomorrow. I do have a doc's appt and some errands etc, but I should be DISing in the early afternoon.

Alright, guys, it's been fun, but I have to get some rest for my interview tomorrow. I always interview really well...actually...now that I think about it, I've never not gotten a job offer...am I fabby or what? Okay, enough with the ego. Seriously, I still get nervous.

Wish me luck and good night!

OHANA!

Lots of luck TK! You are fabby! I am a good interviewer as well, I mean I think I am!

OHANA!

 

[Princesskeyblade]

Not sure....something to research. I'll check on that and hopefully we can chat more tomorrow. I do have a doc's appt and some errands etc, but I should be DISing in the early afternoon.

Alright, guys, it's been fun, but I have to get some rest for my interview tomorrow. I always interview really well...actually...now that I think about it, I've never not gotten a job offer...am I fabby or what? Okay, enough with the ego. Seriously, I still get nervous.

Wish me luck and good night!

OHANA!

Lots of luck TK! You are fabby! I am a good interviewer as well, I mean I think I am!

OHANA!

What LL said...You are fabby and you will be fine!!! Good luck tomorrow!!

I will be on to chat tomorrow!

OHANA!!!

 

[willwriteforears]

I guess it is time to call disney dining and ask about it and tell them about my issue...

They don't use whole wheat for the table service meals do they?

This may have already been answered for you, esp. if you called to ask (still catching up), but when I went to Restaurant Marrakesh, the bread was white.

Hamburger buns we had at Cosmic Rays were white, too. Well, mostly white. What I recall reading is that throughout the parks, the buns are 10% whole wheat. IMHO, it wasn't enough to make a difference taste-wise, but I don't know if it'd still irritate your tummy or not.

TK, I hope to be caught up on your thread by this evening.

 

[Princesskeyblade]

This may have already been answered for you, esp. if you called to ask (still catching up), but when I went to Restaurant Marrakesh, the bread was white.

Hamburger buns we had at Cosmic Rays were white, too. Well, mostly white. What I recall reading is that throughout the parks, the buns are 10% whole wheat. IMHO, it wasn't enough to make a difference taste-wise, but I don't know if it'd still irritate your tummy or not.

I did call. I posted about it in my PTR, and I can't remember if I posted it here.... (I don't think I did)

Unfortunately any trace of whole wheat would.

However the alternatives sound good, so it doesn't seem like it would be a loss.

 

[Princesskeyblade]

So, TK .... How did the interview go?

Sending Pixie dust your way that it went well!

 

[Lady Lallie]

So, TK .... How did the interview go?

Sending Pixie dust your way that it went well!

I second the pixie dust, you are getting a double dose!

Inquiring minds would like to know!

 

[TarzansKat]

Hey guys! I think we're in the midst of a no nap day, so if I suddenly leave and don't respond for a bit, forgive me!

It has been one crazy, hectic morning, but I do have Disney related info that will probably turn itself into a chapter, small child willing.

I did go on the interview.

Meh.

I think it went well, but from their own description of the branch, it didn't sound like a good fit for me. I was very concerned with how they described the work environment there. Nothing bad, I just don't think it would right for me considering what I'm used to at my branch. Which is a lot of structure. We consistently get 15 minute and 1/2 hour lunch breaks.

Ugh...he will not go to sleep. I hate days like this. If we've been out all morning and he falls asleep in the car for even ten minutes, we have no nap time. I absolutely hate it, I get no break. UGH!

Where were we? Ah yes, the branch I interviewed with stressed their flexibility. As in no fifteen minute breaks, lunch breaks are not scheduled. Who wants to go first, that kind of thing. And they're so flexible that if the tellers suddenly can't make it in a certain day, they'll call you and ask you to work on your day off and try to trade a day for it. I realize to some, this may sound fantastic, but at my work, I know what to expect. We're a good team, and there is a schedule. And as a part time worker, and even with the full timers, we are never, ever asked to trade days or come in on a day off. I was very honest that if they were looking for flexibility, I may not be their best candidate, and basically said that I was limited because of my childcare. Which is true. And some of the interview questions I was meh about, but ah well.

If anything this gives me a greater appreciation for where I'm at, and makes me grateful for what I do have.

And puts more pressure on my husband. Because if we ever want to have a bigger family, I'm telling you all right now, there is no way I would work more to do it. It's not worth it. So, the ball gets thrown in his court, and hopefully, someday he'll be able to carry our health insurance, or make more, because let me tell you...

This still leaves me stuck. Still leaves me driving to mom's three days a week, doing my routine I'm not happy with and all that jazz. I really don't know how much more I can put up with before I just

I guess I'll have to talk to DH tonight, hopefully we can hash it out.

 

[Princesskeyblade]

Sorry that it wasn't a good fit for you

I know you will figure out what to do with respect to childcare...

You are TK!

 

[Lady Lallie]

I'm sorry the interview didn't go as well as you had hoped. At least you got a feel for what it will entail and not get yourself into a unhappy work situation.

Things will work out for you guys. Has DH thought of looking for a different job that would help you guys out more? He could just poke around to see what happens, you never know what is out there until you look.

Reading your struggles makes me very grateful that DF works overnight and I work during the day so at least we can switch off for some of the time. Poor DF will get very little sleep but it will be for the greater good.

 

[TarzansKat]

You are TK!

OHANA!

I'm sorry the interview didn't go as well as you had hoped. At least you got a feel for what it will entail and not get yourself into a unhappy work situation.

Things will work out for you guys. Has DH thought of looking for a different job that would help you guys out more? He could just poke around to see what happens, you never know what is out there until you look.

Reading your struggles makes me very grateful that DF works overnight and I work during the day so at least we can switch off for some of the time. Poor DF will get very little sleep but it will be for the greater good.

Thanks, LL. Well, one thing I can say about my DH is that he's a hard worker, but he's stubborn. He feels in the current economy it's better to stay where he is because he has job security. I understand that train of thought, but if he never takes a risk, we'll never know if we could be doing better. Do we need more money? It would be nice. Can we make it on what we have? Yes, if we never want to buy a house, or have more kids. As long as he realizes what all that means, and still wants to stay where he is then, that's fine. But I know he has always wanted at least one more. Now, I love my DH, and this is probably more personal info than you ever wanted to know, but the other day I issued an ultimatum. And I don't do those. To me, that's bad form in the whole marriage department. But if anyone's going to a light a fire under his butt, it's going to be me. I told him I would not have another child unless I could stay home full time. Period. End of story. I cannot even fathom doing what I'm doing now for another five-six years with two little ones. I'm not opposed to working ever, but if we had another one, it'd have to be once they were in school. Which brings us back to DH carrying the health insurance.

And now you all now why it's so easy for me to drive myself nuts.

And why I'm happy being three.

 

[Lady Lallie]

Thanks, LL. Well, one thing I can say about my DH is that he's a hard worker, but he's stubborn. He feels in the current economy it's better to stay where he is because he has job security. I understand that train of thought, but if he never takes a risk, we'll never know if we could be doing better. Do we need more money? It would be nice. Can we make it on what we have? Yes, if we never want to buy a house, or have more kids. As long as he realizes what all that means, and still wants to stay where he is then, that's fine. But I know he has always wanted at least one more. Now, I love my DH, and this is probably more personal info than you ever wanted to know, but the other day I issued an ultimatum. And I don't do those. To me, that's bad form in the whole marriage department. But if anyone's going to a light a fire under his butt, it's going to be me. I told him I would not have another child unless I could stay home full time. Period. End of story. I cannot even fathom doing what I'm doing now for another five-six years with two little ones. I'm not opposed to working ever, but if we had another one, it'd have to be once they were in school. Which brings us back to DH carrying the health insurance.

And now you all now why it's so easy for me to drive myself nuts.

And why I'm happy being three.

Job security is really important but so are benefits and peace of mind. It's one of those tricky tricky situations. While ultimatums are usually not the greatest tool to use, I think you were right on telling DH that. It's a deal breaker for you and that is totally understandable. What good is it expanding your family if you aren't prepared or getting burnt out by juggling two kids and your working schedule. You know what you need to make TK happy.

 

[TarzansKat]

Job security is really important but so are benefits and peace of mind. It's one of those tricky tricky situations. While ultimatums are usually not the greatest tool to use, I think you were right on telling DH that. It's a deal breaker for you and that is totally understandable. What good is it expanding your family if you aren't prepared or getting burnt out by juggling two kids and your working schedule. You know what you need to make TK happy.

Thanks for the support, LL. I feel like a big ole schmuck, but I know what makes me tick. I have always tried to do too much because I thought I was "supposed" to. People in my family have a very hard work ethic, and I've always had that as well. The problem is lately, I'd like more to apply that to my little peanut than the workforce. Don't you want a career, people ask me. Right now, no. Everyone wonders why I work at the bank when I could easily be doing something else, making more money. I have a simple answer. I already want to quit and I only work part time. Can you imagine how I'd feel if I worked full time, even if I did enjoy it? At this point in my life, I just don't think that anything is equal to my time with my family, especially if DS is the only child we have. It all goes by so fast, and I do feel like I'm missing out. I can take comfort in the fact that he is with family, and we haven't had to utilize daycare, so that is a plus.

I know that you and your DF will figure out something that works for your family too. Opposite schedules really do help. DH and I have seriously discussed him trying to work for UPS. They have those part time night jobs which pay little, but offer complete health coverage for your whole family. But when would we see him? He'd work days, nights, and when he has catering on the weekends. I know we'll figure out a solution. I just don't know what that is yet.

By the by, DS decided not to nap, and wanted to watch Toy Story 1.

"This is falling...with style."

 

[Tinkerbellarella]

Ok. Y'all are total yakkers (NOPukefest2008).

Seriously, I take a few days hiatus from the DIS and come back, like, 15 pages behind. I threw up in my mouth. Twice. (StillNOPukefest2008).

So, instead of taking up the next 68 pages quoting, all I'll say is this:

Yay Lapu Lapu Fabby Fest 2009!
I could probably make December work.
I will totally fly out of your airport. I think I know which airport is yours. It's different from mine, right? But still Southwest friendly?
I totally vote Yo Ho! I don't care that it's inappropriate! LOL
I promise not to embarrass y'all by yelling Yo Ho! I'll yell OHANA! instead.
If Lallie's havin' babies and TK's down and out after one drink, I'll totally drink for you (and 2SP - which sounds like Playstation's next gaming system, no?) as long as someone carries me back to the room.

My sista, my sista - I'm glad you went on the interview and I'm sorry it doesn't sound like a fit. But at least you know. You know?

Also, you are cracking me up with your:
a.) shoe drama
b.) shopping-becomes-returning drama
c.) itinerizing your non-itinerary itinerary

Tink is back.
Beware.

 

[Lady Lallie]

Thanks for the support, LL. I feel like a big ole schmuck, but I know what makes me tick. I have always tried to do too much because I thought I was "supposed" to. People in my family have a very hard work ethic, and I've always had that as well. The problem is lately, I'd like more to apply that to my little peanut than the workforce. Don't you want a career, people ask me. Right now, no. Everyone wonders why I work at the bank when I could easily be doing something else, making more money. I have a simple answer. I already want to quit and I only work part time. Can you imagine how I'd feel if I worked full time, even if I did enjoy it? At this point in my life, I just don't think that anything is equal to my time with my family, especially if DS is the only child we have. It all goes by so fast, and I do feel like I'm missing out. I can take comfort in the fact that he is with family, and we haven't had to utilize daycare, so that is a plus.

I know that you and your DF will figure out something that works for your family too. Opposite schedules really do help. DH and I have seriously discussed him trying to work for UPS. They have those part time night jobs which pay little, but offer complete health coverage for your whole family. But when would we see him? He'd work days, nights, and when he has catering on the weekends. I know we'll figure out a solution. I just don't know what that is yet.

By the by, DS decided not to nap, and wanted to watch Toy Story 1.

"This is falling...with style."

Well, "You've got a friend in me." They had both Toy Story 1 and 2 on sale at Target this weekend and I really wanted to buy them! I love both of them.
You'll figure something out! My parents used to do the switch off and my brother and I had a babysitter for about 2 hours in the afternoon before my mom opened her daycare. My dad worked days and my mom worked 3-11 or something like that. Every family finds something that works for them. If you ever need to chat/vent you just let me know!

 

[Princesskeyblade]

OHANA!

OHANA!!!

Now, I love my DH, and this is probably more personal info than you ever wanted to know, but the other day I issued an ultimatum. And I don't do those. To me, that's bad form in the whole marriage department. But if anyone's going to a light a fire under his butt, it's going to be me. I told him I would not have another child unless I could stay home full time. Period. End of story. I cannot even fathom doing what I'm doing now for another five-six years with two little ones. I'm not opposed to working ever, but if we had another one, it'd have to be once they were in school. Which brings us back to DH carrying the health insurance.

And now you all now why it's so easy for me to drive myself nuts.

I completely understand where you are comming from and you are right to make the demand. It is stress that you don't need when you are trying to care for 2 children.

Job security is really important but so are benefits and peace of mind. It's one of those tricky tricky situations. While ultimatums are usually not the greatest tool to use, I think you were right on telling DH that. It's a deal breaker for you and that is totally understandable. What good is it expanding your family if you aren't prepared or getting burnt out by juggling two kids and your working schedule. You know what you need to make TK happy.

I quoted this cause every word of this is true!

Thanks for the support, LL. I feel like a big ole schmuck, but I know what makes me tick. I have always tried to do too much because I thought I was "supposed" to. People in my family have a very hard work ethic, and I've always had that as well. The problem is lately, I'd like more to apply that to my little peanut than the workforce. Don't you want a career, people ask me. Right now, no. Everyone wonders why I work at the bank when I could easily be doing something else, making more money. I have a simple answer. I already want to quit and I only work part time. Can you imagine how I'd feel if I worked full time, even if I did enjoy it? At this point in my life, I just don't think that anything is equal to my time with my family, especially if DS is the only child we have. It all goes by so fast, and I do feel like I'm missing out. I can take comfort in the fact that he is with family, and we haven't had to utilize daycare, so that is a plus.

Being a mom is a full time job TK. I see my friend who is a stay at home mom and it is a full time job. To have any job, full or part time, is like having a second job I would think... But that is just me...