Dec. Mouseowners...Are we excited yet???

[jiggerj]

Suitcase is pretty much packed...luggage tags and cm appreciation cards made.... arranged for "puppy's spa-week" ;) ...checked with the kid across the street to plow if necessary....

Received my ME tags...listening to "Wishes" on the cd player..... reading over my itinerary and ADR's.... playing on MouseOwners....

Soooo... ARE YA READY???????????????? :D

[Rozzie]

Holy Craparoo Laura!!!!!!! You're PACKED???????? I need to get off MO and get my arse in gear. Do have all the ADR's made--yep I even made ADR's!!!!!!!

I made a add to Locker list...

I need to make a Publix list for when we get down there. Also been mulling over on how much and what alcohol to buy list. ;)

Let's see, need to make hair appt, get pedicure, get heartworm medicine, get more dog food, pay bills, pack, do laundry, clean house for sitter. Good thing I got 3 weeks, but I know I usually wait to the very last minute and freak out doing things the last 24 hours.

Won't be long!!!!! :cheers2:

[matysgranma]

Geez, Laura, you ARE ready!!
Haven't packed yet, but I've got a pile already to go (some of it into my Owner's Locker). Got my hair cut and made a manicure appointment. Have all my ADR's made.
I think once I get through Thanksgiving and family, I'll be more than ready for a nice little Disney trip.....and I'll be ready to hang with some TRUE disney fans. (I know I'll be hearing the old "You're going to Disney AGAIN???? from family at Thanksgiving).

[idratherbeinwdw]

My suitcase is out and a few things are in it. I have certain shirts that I only wear at WDW separated but I won't pack them until the night before to avoid wrinkling them when I add other stuff to the suitcase.

Did my wegoshop order, got my ME tags, already have AP, DDE card is on the way (they told me they mailed it yesterday), and my packing list is sitting on my dresser with a number of things crossed off--mostly due to tons of stuff already being in my owner's locker.

Am I excited yet? YESSSSSS!!!!!! :yes: :goob::santa:

[KNWVIKING]

When am I leaving & where am I going ?

[nono]

Your suitcase is PACKED???:holymoly: I haven't even started my "weathe watch - debate what to bring" ritual.

[jiggerj]

When am I leaving & where am I going ?

I thought you were headed to Vero mid- Dec.???? ;)

[Rozzie]

Your suitcase is PACKED???:holymoly: I haven't even started my "weathe watch - debate what to bring" ritual.

LOL, I was thinking about you the other day when I was calculating when we can start getting weather reports.

We don't have the best winter WDW weather experiences do we?? :brrrrrr: :brrrrrr:

[jiggerj]

Your suitcase is PACKED???:holymoly:

Well kinda-sorta... I pack- repack it- rearrange- take stuff out... add stuff in....ect...

I love it! :) :) :)

[idratherbeinwdw]

When am I leaving & where am I going ?

I thought you said you were going to Upper Mongolia on Shrove Tuesday? :tongue:

[matysgranma]

I thought you said you were going to Upper Mongolia on Shrove Tuesday? :tongue:
That's not what I heard. I thought you said you were going to Nappannee, Indiana to live amongst the Amish and learn broom-making and the production of maple syrup, apple butter and lye soap.

[mickeyndvcfan]

Soooo... ARE YA READY???????????????? :D


:lmbo:

[Simba's Mom]

OMG, I just got my DME documents today-I guess it's really going to happen now. I guess I'd better get started practicing my Segway skills.

[nono]

We watched the Jingle Jungle Parade on YouTube...and the baby started dancing like a nut! He was so :rant: when it ended. I think he'll be amazed when he sees it full sized!

[DSNY FN]

We are all packed and counting down the days luggage tags on and ME tags attached and they are at teh front door awaiting our delivery to the airport.

[glypnirsgirl]

Well ... I've started getting ready. I have a box that I have started with that I will be shipping a week early to hold at POR (staying on cash this trip --- decided in September to go) for my Owner's Locker. It seems silly to me but I am as excited about getting my owners locker as I am about the trip. I have bought several things on Ebay to put in my locker. Brita Sports bottles (5) with extra filters. Carabiners for the water bottles, 4 fanny packs, a bath set (loofah, back brush, nail brush, massager). I have a whole list of things to buy at Walgreens: nail clippers, emery boards, eye ointment, Phillips Milk of Magnesia, Mylanta, Immodium, Benadyl, Ecotrin, cotton balls. Qtips. And then there are the two companies that I order from over the internet for vitamins and facial care. I will have 3 packages, plus my owner's locker waiting for me! My husband thinks that I have lost my mind. I am THRILLED to only pack this stuff once and then have it there! I have all of this stuff programmed into my Palm Pilot so that I can get it done at just the right moment.

Unfortunately, we will be missing most of the MO events. The only thing that we will overlap for is the chocolate tour --- but I am really looking forward to meeting some of you.


:bunny:

[zulaya]

It must be ESP...I was seriously going to start pulling clothes out of my kids rooms since the weather's actually seasonable now and they won't be wearing shorts here at home.

I can't wait to get out of dodge and get on that plane in 19 days.

[jiggerj]

whoo-hooo! :rockband: 3 weeks from from right this minute, I will have enjoyed a Cobb Salad from the Brown Derby followed by a delicious slice of Grapefruit cake and will be headed over to Stimpys pool party! :jumpingbe

[nono]

I will have likely seen the Festival of the Lion King show for the first time in years....3 weeks from today. :jumpingbe

[idratherbeinwdw]

I'll be listening to the 6:30 Off Kilter show exactly three weeks from now! :kilt :kilt :kilt :kilt :kilt

[Rozzie]

3 weeks from tonight I will be feeling NO PAIN with the Stimpy & the Butler at ESPN. :ale:

[jiggerj]

3 weeks from right now, I will be sitting out on my Boardwalk view balcony taking my last sip of coffee before heading off to AK. :teleport:

[doombuggy]

Suitcase is pretty much packed...luggage tags and cm appreciation cards made.... arranged for "puppy's spa-week" ;) ...checked with the kid across the street to plow if necessary....

Received my ME tags...listening to "Wishes" on the cd player..... reading over my itinerary and ADR's.... playing on MouseOwners....

Soooo... ARE YA READY???????????????? :D

Poop, jiggerj, I am leaving for home on Saturday and I haven't packed yet!! :lmbo:

I won't go into how I messed up my flight....

Can't wait to see you guys! The weather has been great here - 70s during the day and a crisp upper 50s to low 60s at night. FALL! :woohoodan

[DSNY FN]

3 weeks from right now, I will be sitting out on my Boardwalk view balcony taking my last sip of coffee before heading off to AK. :teleport:


Lisa and I are heading to AK for EE on Monday morning then heading to the room for some lunch then over to MK for the evening and Extra magic hours that night.

[jiggerj]

Poop, jiggerj, I am leaving for home on Saturday and I haven't packed yet!! :lmbo:

I won't go into how I messed up my flight....

Can't wait to see you guys! The weather has been great here - 70s during the day and a crisp upper 50s to low 60s at night. FALL! :woohoodan

Geesshh.. doom ya better get busy...you will be in WDW before you know it! :D Cant wait to see you too again my friend! :)

Lisa and I are heading to AK for EE on Monday morning then heading to the room for some lunch then over to MK for the evening and Extra magic hours that night.

I was thinking of changing AK day because of EE... having never been to an EE before is it really crowded???? We havent been on the safari in years... maybe we can meet and enjoy the safari together? :)

[DSNY FN]

Geesshh.. doom ya better get busy...you will be in WDW before you know it! :D Cant wait to see you too again my friend! :)



I was thinking of changing AK day because of EE... having never been to an EE before is it really crowded???? We havent been on the safari in years... maybe we can meet and enjoy the safari together? :)


We actually find that EE isn't to bad many people think it will be overcrowded so they avoid the EE parks and go elsewhere which helps cut down on the traffic in the park. Plus with that being a taping day at MK for the x mas parade it should lighten the numbers at most of the other parks considrably I would imagine. As for meeting to go on the safari that sounds great. We wil have to figure out where to meet and when.

[doombuggy]

[QUOTE=jiggerj]Geesshh.. doom ya better get busy...you will be in WDW before you know it! :D Cant wait to see you too again my friend! :)[QUOTE]

Sorry, I think I confused you....home = Philadelphia, not orlando....
I will be cold & crisp next week!

[TW1]

Hey Doom, do you have time for a Philly/Yuengling meet-up?


But remember the last person (Poohspal) to prompt a mini-meet in Philly hasn't been heard from in a while :Paranoid:

[Rozzie]

Okay, think I might be starting to panic. No laundry done, house looks like a cyclone, and not the first thing is packed, and the suitcases are still hidden in the closet. And I working all next week. Does anybody have any motivation pills they can spare? :crackedup

[athenna]

Roz, I have exactly nothing done whatsoever, suitcase is still in the basement....But now that the doctor says I am clear to fly, I best get a move on!
Roz, I'll send you a couple of my anti-dizzy pills, you'll be packed in no time:bluebloun

[Rozzie]

Roz, I have exactly nothing done whatsoever, suitcase is still in the basement....But now that the doctor says I am clear to fly, I best get a move on!
Roz, I'll send you a couple of my anti-dizzy pills, you'll be packed in no time:bluebloun

Sounds good!!!!!!! Maybe with the pills the house will get clean too!!
One bad thing about a dogsitter, you have to clean the house, not just pretend to clean, before vacation. :dazzled:

[athenna]

I know how you feel, my house had been getting neglected while I've been sick, so I better clean it well or my father will destroy it while I'm gone:faint:

[idratherbeinwdw]

Okay, think I might be starting to panic. No laundry done, house looks like a cyclone, and not the first thing is packed, and the suitcases are still hidden in the closet. And I working all next week. Does anybody have any motivation pills they can spare? :crackedup

Send some this way too! That's the one negative to having pets--TOO MUCH HAIR! I can vacuum today and my dog sheds so much that by tomorrow night you'd think I hadn't cleaned in ages. :boohoohoo

[Rozzie]

Good news is that it looks like great weather for the week. Then again, you know accuweather, it can change in a hour

I do start getting excited when accuweather has the weather predictions for the trip. You know it's getting close!!!!!!!!!!!

:bluebloun

[zulaya]

9 days! Single Digits! I'm more than halfway packed and can't wait to get outta dodge and onto WDW!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Good news is that it looks like great weather for the week. Then again, you know accuweather, it can change in a hour

I do start getting excited when accuweather has the weather predictions for the trip. You know it's getting close!!!!!!!!!!!

:bluebloun

I know exactly what you mean. I always tell myself not to look too soon because it can change so easily and it's really hard to get realistic predictions this far out. But I can't help it, I always look anyway. And yeah, if the what they forecast now is correct it looks like super duper weather. I don't care that if it doesn't get super hot, but I am always happy when the lows are not less than mid fifties or low sixties, and so far so good! :dancingba :cool:

[Rozzie]

I know exactly what you mean. I always tell myself not to look too soon because it can change so easily and it's really hard to get realistic predictions this far out. But I can't help it, I always look anyway. And yeah, if the what they forecast now is correct it looks like super duper weather. I don't care that if it doesn't get super hot, but I am always happy when the lows are not less than mid fifties or low sixties, and so far so good! :dancingba :cool:

Yes the our Feb trip a few years back was borderline miserable when it came to weather. (you can ask nono on that too) It was okay during the day--not pool weather for sure--, but at night, 30s is not fun trying to watch parades and fireworks :brrrrrr: . I am very cold natured anyway, and I was really miserable at night. Well as miserable as you can be in WDW. ;)

[DSNY FN]

We will be in Detroit in 8 days awaiting our flight the mornign of the 30th we are all packed and ready to go we can't wait.

[Rozzie]

Still not packed yet, but laundry is done! :slyasafox I think this is going to be one of those trips where I go down to the wire.

[athenna]

I'm beating ya Roz! I am all packed:bunny:
Now let's just see who's DDE comes first:laughing:

[Rozzie]

I'm beating ya Roz! I am all packed:bunny:
Now let's just see who's DDE comes first:laughing:

Crap. I lost the packing race, and now I will lose the DDE race for sure. I am obsessed with that stupid card coming in the mail!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :laughing:

I bet I am the only one not packed yet. Wait, there's still hope, Oh Stimpy, my favorite last minute packer, where art thou???

[idratherbeinwdw]

I'm about halfway packed. Now I am playing "obsess over the weather". I KNOW (as I posted earlier in this thread) that it's too soon for the forecast to be dependable, but it's this disease I have. I simply cannot stop myself from checking. Yesterday's extended forecast looked pretty depressing--they were saying high in mid sixties and low in (ouch!) low forties. Today looks MUCH better, now the forecast is for highs in the mid to upper 70s and lows in mid 50's. I know darn well that I shouldn't look until 3-4 days ahead, but I torture myself by loooking anyway. I think I need some sort of intervention, LOL. I am (mentally) :sick: ! :D

[athenna]

Oh, you are not the only one that does that, Mar'.....I have been obsessively checking the weather....This is why I am always overpacked...I pack for any and all occasions.:laughing:

[Rozzie]

Well if you need a intervention, I should expect the wagon to come and cart me away any minute. ;)

Warm weather trips I tend to pack ahead, as I know exactly what I need. "Cold" weather trips I stalk accuweather like it's some sort of demi-god. I just can't pack a lot till' I know what I need to pack for. Winter clothes are so bulky and take up so much room, and we are only allowed one bag a piece on the flight. Also I ordered a 2nd locker, and want to take some extra stuff down, but don't know how much room I will have to pack it KWIM? So I check accuweather several times a day, which is a joke, as it changes so much, but I have the illness too, and there is no cure I tell ya'!!!! :laughing:

So here I wait, and wait till' a little closer. More than likely, I will pack the day before we leave. I'm going to get the suitcases out today, at least I'll feel a little less behind if they are laying out on a bed somewhere. :upsidedow


I'm about halfway packed. Now I am playing "obsess over the weather". I KNOW (as I posted earlier in this thread) that it's too soon for the forecast to be dependable, but it's this disease I have. I simply cannot stop myself from checking. Yesterday's extended forecast looked pretty depressing--they were saying high in mid sixties and low in (ouch!) low forties. Today looks MUCH better, now the forecast is for highs in the mid to upper 70s and lows in mid 50's. I know darn well that I shouldn't look until 3-4 days ahead, but I torture myself by loooking anyway. I think I need some sort of intervention, LOL. I am (mentally) :sick: ! :D

[idratherbeinwdw]

Well if you need a intervention, I should expect the wagon to come and cart me away any minute. ;)

Warm weather trips I tend to pack ahead, as I know exactly what I need. "Cold" weather trips I stalk accuweather like it's some sort of demi-god. I just can't pack a lot till' I know what I need to pack for. Winter clothes are so bulky and take up so much room, and we are only allowed one bag a piece on the flight. Also I ordered a 2nd locker, and want to take some extra stuff down, but don't know how much room I will have to pack it KWIM? So I check accuweather several times a day, which is a joke, as it changes so much, but I have the illness too, and there is no cure I tell ya'!!!! :laughing:

So here I wait, and wait till' a little closer. More than likely, I will pack the day before we leave. I'm going to get the suitcases out today, at least I'll feel a little less behind if they are laying out on a bed somewhere. :upsidedow

Thanks for making me feel a little less nutso Athenna and Rozaroo. I find there's not much difference in my packing if it turns out to be cold. I just wear more layers. About the only difference is that if it's REALLY cold I pack long underwear and gloves. What a lifesaver it is to have long johns on when walking through Epcot on a cold night! Even when it's 45 it feels like about 20 to me there, especially in World Showcase. :thumbsway

[Simba's Mom]

I bet I am the only one not packed yet.
Well, I'd like to say I'm all packed (even though I'm not Stimpy), but the fact is that you're way ahead of me. I'm packed alright-I just got back from HHI and haven't unpacked. So I still have to unpack, sort everything out, repack, and then I might be ready to go. So much to do-so little time!

[Rozzie]

Well, I'd like to say I'm all packed (even though I'm not Stimpy), but the fact is that you're way ahead of me. I'm packed alright-I just got back from HHI and haven't unpacked. So I still have to unpack, sort everything out, repack, and then I might be ready to go. So much to do-so little time!

Okay, I don't feel so bad! I hope you had a fun trip to HHI, can't wait to hear all about it. :yes:

[jiggerj]

I'm about halfway packed. Now I am playing "obsess over the weather". I KNOW (as I posted earlier in this thread) that it's too soon for the forecast to be dependable, but it's this disease I have. I simply cannot stop myself from checking. Yesterday's extended forecast looked pretty depressing--they were saying high in mid sixties and low in (ouch!) low forties. Today looks MUCH better, now the forecast is for highs in the mid to upper 70s and lows in mid 50's. I know darn well that I shouldn't look until 3-4 days ahead, but I torture myself by loooking anyway. I think I need some sort of intervention, LOL. I am (mentally) :sick: ! :D

Well I am definately "bugging out" as my DD would say! :D I must have 4-5 different weather sites bookmarked and check constantly.

I saw a pic- of course cant find it now- of the Castle at night with the Ice lights from a few days ago. Everyone in front was wearing parkas! :headache:

So now I can officially say- I AM NOT PACKED! :ROTFL: I have my suitcase all pulled apart and my closet too! :faint:

[Rozzie]

I just saw rain for Monday. I will be so bummed if rain messes with the Illuminations viewing, Mr. Roz and I have talking about it for a eternity. :worried:

[athenna]

Oh, it can so NOT rain that night, Roz!:crymeariv
We'll need extra pixie dust that night for sure!

[idratherbeinwdw]

I just saw rain for Monday. I will be so bummed if rain messes with the Illuminations viewing, Mr. Roz and I have talking about it for a eternity. :worried:

Just as an FYI in case anyone doesn't know: The viewing won't be cancelled if it rains (but for sure it will be nicer if it doesn't).

But let's all not panic yet! You know how it is at WDW Rozaroo--it can pour for 10 minutes and then turn beautiful the entire rest of the day. And besides Monday is many days away, you know the forecast can (and probably will) change repeatedly between now and then.

As a precaution how about we do an anti-rain dance Sunday night at the Belvue meet up? :kilt :rockband: :tunes:

[Rozzie]

As a precaution how about we do an anti-rain dance Sunday night at the Belvue meet up? :kilt :rockband: :tunes:

Would that be a alcohol induced anti-rain dance?? :ROTFL:


Yeah, I won't freak out yet, I just really wanted nice weather that night. Then again, I want nice weather every night. I don't want the moon do I? :slyasafox

[Stimpy]

Crap. I lost the packing race, and now I will lose the DDE race for sure. I am obsessed with that stupid card coming in the mail!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :laughing:

I bet I am the only one not packed yet. Wait, there's still hope, Oh Stimpy, my favorite last minute packer, where art thou???

Procrastinating as usual!:lmbo: Nope still haven't even finished unpacking from the cruise last week yet!

[nono]

Stimpy,

I'm not packed yet either. I have 4 to pack for...and I'm not unpacked from our little Thanksgiving getaway. Laundry? :lmbo:

[jiggerj]

After looking at the chaos I have created in my bedroom- its going to be nice to know that at least 1/2 of the stuff I am packing will NOT be coming home in my suitcase. Most I will store in my Owners Locker for Aprils trip! :thumbsup: I sure wont be needing any of those capris between now and April!

[Rozzie]

After looking at the chaos I have created in my bedroom- its going to be nice to know that at least 1/2 of the stuff I am packing will NOT be coming home in my suitcase. Most I will store in my Owners Locker for Aprils trip! :thumbsup: I sure wont be needing any of those capris between now and April!

Niiiice!! More room for souvie's!! ;)

[idratherbeinwdw]

Yeah, I won't freak out yet, I just really wanted nice weather that night. Then again, I want nice weather every night. I don't want the moon do I? :slyasafox

Just this morning I was "yelling" at myself for being too greedy. Here I am lucky enough to be a DVC member and visit WDW frequently, AND so many great folks I adore will be on this trip, AND we have all these great events plannedto enjoy together. The nerve of me for whining if the weather forecast isn't perfect. :bagovermy

[idratherbeinwdw]

After looking at the chaos I have created in my bedroom- its going to be nice to know that at least 1/2 of the stuff I am packing will NOT be coming home in my suitcase. Most I will store in my Owners Locker for Aprils trip! :thumbsup: I sure wont be needing any of those capris between now and April!

You still have room in your locker?? :worship: Mine is so full I have to sit on it for the lid to close all the way. :crowded:

[Rozzie]

Just this morning I was "yelling" at myself for being too greedy. Here I am lucky enough to be a DVC member and visit WDW frequently, AND so many great folks I adore will be on this trip, AND we have all these great events plannedto enjoy together. The nerve of me for whining if the weather forecast isn't perfect. :bagovermy

A good thing about going frequently, there is always the next trip to hope for better weather.

Mararoo, don't worry about being greedy/not being greedy, we just simply want good weather! :ROTFL: We have looked forward to this trip for a verrrrrrrry long time. But we are all so flexible, l know we will know how to "make it work" in any type of weather. ;)

[Rozzie]

You still have room in your locker?? :worship: Mine is so full I have to sit on it for the lid to close all the way. :crowded:

I hear ya', we have a picture of me standing on ours trying to get it to close. I just added a 2nd locker. :teacher: :thumbsup:

[jiggerj]

You still have room in your locker?? :worship: Mine is so full I have to sit on it for the lid to close all the way. :crowded:

LOL! Well after the stored water and booze is gone I will have lots of room- although I bringing down ANOTHER plug and play to store for ds. The kid will have basically a video gallery in our Villa!

GREAT idea with the second Locker Roz! :thumbsup: and Hey! Wanna see that pic! :D

[matysgranma]

I just saw rain for Monday. I will be so bummed if rain messes with the Illuminations viewing, Mr. Roz and I have talking about it for a eternity. :worried:
Okay, just catching up on posts.......no need to fret!!! There is an alternate plan already on board, just in case the weather doesn't cooperate. That was why I needed everyone's phone number. We will have our desserts indoors, then they'll march us out to our viewing area for the fireworks. I was told they pretty much NEVER cancel Illuminations unless it's extreme weather, which I don't think showers fall into that category.
Let's keep our fingers crossed that, if there are any showers, that they'll all be over with before we head out to see Off Kilter. I've been in Florida so many times where they're predicted 65-80% chance of rain....three drops of rain and that was it.
So I'm totally optimistic that a great night is in store for all of us!!!!!

[athenna]

Hey Roz! Guess what I got in the mail today:innocent:
So what did I win?:Pokepoke:

[Rozzie]

Hey Roz! Guess what I got in the mail today:innocent:
So what did I win?:Pokepoke:

Wahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!:bo ohoohoo

Yep, you win me whining about it until I get it. :Pokepoke:

[athenna]

Yep, you win me whining about it until I get it. :Pokepoke:

Uh-oh!!!:snooty:

[Rozzie]

Uh-oh!!!:snooty:

;) :ROTFL:

[Stimpy]

Okay, just catching up on posts.......no need to fret!!! There is an alternate plan already on board, just in case the weather doesn't cooperate. That was why I needed everyone's phone number. We will have our desserts indoors, then they'll march us out to our viewing area for the fireworks. I was told they pretty much NEVER cancel Illuminations unless it's extreme weather, which I don't think showers fall into that category.
Let's keep our fingers crossed that, if there are any showers, that they'll all be over with before we head out to see Off Kilter. I've been in Florida so many times where they're predicted 65-80% chance of rain....three drops of rain and that was it.
So I'm totally optimistic that a great night is in store for all of us!!!!!


Yikes! missed the cell phone post....just PM'd you :yes:

[Simba's Mom]

Is everyone packing their shorts and bathing suits? The weather looks like it's going to be warm and sunny!

[athenna]

Got my bathing suit all packed (more of a hot tub thing than a pool thing).....Shorts I don't wear unless it is blazing hot!

[nono]

Shorts, bathing suits, sweaters, hat & gloves (MVMCP looks like a cold night!). I remember now why I can't stand visiting FL in Dec/Jan/Feb. It's hard to pack light! :headache:

[athenna]

Exactly! Which is why I kinda pack for all seasons at this time of year....By now, I should learn not to overpack, though!

[It's Me]

We are VERY excited...leaving Sunday. Packed??? Nope. Suitcases are out, toiletries are starting to come together, but that's all. Won't be doing the laundry til Friday night after work, pack Saturday morning, manicure Saturday afternoon. I found if I pack too soon, I either bring too much or pack and unpack too many times. Drives DH crazy:bugeyed:

[jiggerj]

Its 1 am... I SHOULD be sleeping...but....................

IM TOO EXCITED TO SLEEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :hahahaha:

[CRSNDSNY]

Wow. I leave in 10 days and I'm no where NEAR ready!!!

[athenna]

Its 1 am... I SHOULD be sleeping...but....................

IM TOO EXCITED TO SLEEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :hahahaha:



That's how I feel too, girlfriend!!!:woohoodan
Well, I am all packed...But since I overpack, here is what I do.....I unpack all over again, double and triple check if I REALLY need all this stuff and re-pack again....LOL....I drive myself nuts!:hahahaha:

[nono]

That's how I feel too, girlfriend!!!:woohoodan
Well, I am all packed...But since I overpack, here is what I do.....I unpack all over again, double and triple check if I REALLY need all this stuff and re-pack again....LOL....I drive myself nuts!:hahahaha:

I have part of my clothes packed, some of D's stuff packed and nothing for S or H. That will change today. I'm really only worried 'bout the kids on MVMCP night, as cold kids mean early departure. On the Hayride, we'll be able to snuggle with them, so not as much of an issue. Daytime is all set! I just set aside a few summer clothes a few weeks ago for everyone. :thumbsup: BUT, I must remember to actually pack them! :tilt:

[Rozzie]

I have my hanging clothes on the bed, that's about it. :scary:

My problem is I have multiple wardrobe changes. Got my park clothes, my going to the Park in evening clothes, Dinner at night clothes, going to PI clothes, etc etc etc.

All this talk of MVMCP temps has me thinking I need to go check accuweather again, I haven't been able to check in past 3 days due to work., mmmmmn....

[It's Me]

My problem is I have multiple wardrobe changes. Got my park clothes, my going to the Park in evening clothes, Dinner at night clothes, going to PI clothes, etc etc etc.

All this talk of MVMCP temps has me thinking I need to go check accuweather again, I haven't been able to check in past 3 days due to work., mmmmmn....

Uh oh, I think I am going to need another suitcase. :hammer:

[TW1]

MouseOwners leave for the airport
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b180/90Jetta/MVC-004F.jpg

And their luggage is stowed away
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b180/90Jetta/heavyass.jpg

Have Fun!

[athenna]

:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
That looks about right!

[athenna]

I have my hanging clothes on the bed, that's about it. :scary:

My problem is I have multiple wardrobe changes. Got my park clothes, my going to the Park in evening clothes, Dinner at night clothes, going to PI clothes, etc etc etc.

All this talk of MVMCP temps has me thinking I need to go check accuweather again, I haven't been able to check in past 3 days due to work., mmmmmn....



Looks like low to mid 70's during the day and low 50's at night.

[nono]

I'm thinking of leaving my skis home...what do you think?
:jleave:

[athenna]

LOL, nono
I think that is the one thing you can leave at home.

[mickeyndvcfan]

I'm almost done packing. This is our first trip with our OL so I have way to much stuff. Just got some things for the locker today. We are leaving on Sat. on the autotrain so at least I will have it packed in the car. Won't have to take very much on the train. But I will probably fill the car back up for the trip home with Christmas gifts from my mother for the great grandkids & grandkids.

[Rozzie]

Okay, did some more procrastinating today and bought 2 new pair of shoes. :hahahaha: Hey when Merrel has 50% I have to stop everything and get with it!! :tilt: Er, no more packing. :scary:

I did see the MVMCP forecast. Burrrrr. :brrrrrr:

[matysgranma]

Okay, did some more procrastinating today and bought 2 new pair of shoes. :hahahaha: Hey when Merrel has 50% I have to stop everything and get with it!! :tilt: Er, no more packing. :scary:

I did see the MVMCP forecast. Burrrrr. :brrrrrr:
Alright, I rearranged my packing somewhat (as per accuweather), printed out my boarding passes, picked up our rental car that we'll be using to get to the airport,and now just waiting for tomorrow morning to roll around. This time tomorrow we'll be feasting at Tchoup Chop. YUM!!

[mickey4us]

I hope everyone has a great time at Mouseowner's meet! It sounds like you will have a blast. I am counting the days-28 more days for us and we will be at SSR for a grand gathering!! :bunny:

[Lisa]

I guess it's time.....

To get out the suitcase!

Where have the days gone!!

[Simba's Mom]

OK, I'm officially packed! My cell phone is charging on top of my closed and zipped up suitcase. 4:15am-I'm outta here! :bouncingp Tonight-I'm too excited to sleep!

[nono]

I tried. I really tried. I spent about 2 hours trying to pack. With 2 kids and a dog it is just freakin' impossible to complete a task!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Then, the doubts about what to wear on the plane crept in, and frankly I gave up. I'm now in bed typing to you guys! I figure one of these two will wake me in a few hours and I'll get inspired to finish the job without someone packing themselves in a suitcase! :hammer:

[Rozzie]

Drinking some Kahlua and coffee. Not packing. Like I said, it's going to come down to a photo finish. I just can't get motivated. :coffee2:

In other news, my dog sitter is MIA. :sosad: Some good news, I got me DDE card in the mail today.

[mickeyndvcfan]

Here's some :dust :dust :dust to help find your dog sitter.

:bunny: :goob: that you got your DDE card today. Nothing like cutting it close.

[bavaria]

Bon Voyage!!!!!

I hope that everyone has a magical trip and that you all have lots of fun together - I'll be thinking of all of you!!!!!! Have safe travels!


:bouncingp :bluebloun :bouncingp :bluebloun :bouncingp

[Rozzie]

Here's some :dust :dust :dust to help find your dog sitter.

:bunny: :goob: that you got your DDE card today. Nothing like cutting it close.

Thank you, Thank you! :hug:
I got a emergency back up plan in place. My mom offered to come over for the week....this is really a worst case scenario, as my mom really is not the ideal dog watcher. :grrrrr:

Yep, cutting way too close for comfort on the DDE card. :hypnotict

[idratherbeinwdw]

Some good news, I got me DDE card in the mail today.

Finally!!! I was hoping you'd have a happy ending to the waiting. :beaniepro

[jiggerj]

Weather junkie checking in....

So far it looks like more :sunny: than :umbrella: or :brrrrrr:

[nono]

Weather junkie checking in....

So far it looks like more :sunny: than :umbrella: or :brrrrrr:

That's because I packed enough wintry stuff....trying to finish now before kids get up.

[CRSNDSNY]

Okay, did some more procrastinating today and bought 2 new pair of shoes. :hahahaha: Hey when Merrel has 50% I have to stop everything and get with it!! :tilt: Er, no more packing. :scary:

I did see the MVMCP forecast. Burrrrr. :brrrrrr:
I need a new pair of sneakers or other walk-all-day-comfy shoes!!! I am procrastinating SO SO SO SO bad!!!
At least my luggage is out and I have a few piles laying around. I'm going to be in a miserable panic next Friday when I have to kick it into high gear. Thank goodness I took next Friday off from work! :faint:

[CRSNDSNY]

In other news, my dog sitter is MIA. :sosad: Some good news, I got me DDE card in the mail today.
Ugh. I feel your pain here. My usual dog/house sitter moved to NJ (lucky NJ) and we are trying a new person for this trip. I'm a nervous wreck because those are my babies who need extra love and attention. To heck with the house, I am worried about my grey greys!!!! :boohoohoo

Hope you find your sitter! Hope you don't even have to consider a kennel.

Glad you got your DDE!

[nono]

Rozzie,

This is your big sister talking...bring your running shoes! No point in us switching to SSR if we're not going to use the gym!!! Remember the Turf Club is nearby for post-run carb replenishment. :cheers2:

[athenna]

Some good news, I got me DDE card in the mail today.

Woo hoo!!! It's about time!:bunny:
Now get packing, will ya?:Pokepoke:

[nono]

3 people...one large bag. Haven't started on Mr Nono's clothes yet.

Got an overnight bag packed for Embassy Suites. Kids have packed their carry on Buzz Lightyear bag...with no help from me yet. I may need to help make it a bit more efficient! :genie:

[Stimpy]

Ummm....not a single thing packed here yet! Someone come and get me moving? I keep forgettting we're only a few days away! :hammer:

[Rozzie]

Rozzie,

This is your big sister talking...bring your running shoes! No point in us switching to SSR if we're not going to use the gym!!! Remember the Turf Club is nearby for post-run carb replenishment. :cheers2:

Little sis' already has them out ready to pack. Jogging bra and running shorts too. Just remember I will doing 1/100 of the distance you will be doing. :hammer:

Melody-no kennels here. Last time I kenneled I got a call that Inky broke her leg. I know now that it was a pathologic fracture, but the way it was all handled really left a bad taste in my mouth to say the least. Fortunately my mom is pretty desperate for some extra Christmas money. It will probably work this trip, but like you, I am grieving at the possibility something has happened to my beloved dog sitter. Just last month we talked and confirmed everything up. I am way baffled. :idontgeti

So, like all trips, I dream "Disney" the last few nights. Last night I dreamed I was staying in a cabin at FW, that had no shower, just a hose in the middle of the kitchen with a drain, and had to bath in the kitchen. Then I raced to the illuminations dessert gathering, to discover 8 of my screwball family members were trying to hustle their way in. :blech:

[athenna]

Ummm....not a single thing packed here yet! Someone come and get me moving? I keep forgettting we're only a few days away! :hammer:



I'll just keep poking you with my packing stick!
:Pokepoke: :Pokepoke: :Pokepoke: :Pokepoke:


Is it working yet?:hahahaha: :hahahaha: :hahahaha:

[nono]

Stimpy,

READ YOUR TICKER!!!! :holymoly:

[ghost1000]

Not packed yet. We usually pack the night before we leave. I have thrown a few things in my suitcase that I don't want to forget, however.

[mickeyndvcfan]

Got an e-mail this morning from TGM and I was told to finish packing tonight. :hahahaha: :lmbo:

[Rozzie]

Got an e-mail this morning from TGM and I was told to finish packing tonight. :hahahaha: :lmbo:

I got that too!! LOL, I was like Athenna already has her packing stick out, who else is going to motivate me to finish!!!!!!!

GOOD NEWS!!!! My dogsitter has been found, cell phone broke and she was going to call me at lunch today. She actually sounded hurt that I was freaking out that she was not going to be here. Well, I am a freak out kinda girl, KWIM! :crackedup

[athenna]

Thank heavens the dog sitter situation is taken care of!!!! What a relief!:faint:

[Rozzie]

Thank heavens the dog sitter situation is taken care of!!!! What a relief!:faint:

You ain't lying, I was freaking about Cruella (my mom) coming over for the week. :hypnotict

[athenna]

Leaving the dog w/Cruella is not a good thing!:jawdroppi

[CRSNDSNY]

GOOD NEWS!!!! My dogsitter has been found, cell phone broke and she was going to call me at lunch today. She actually sounded hurt that I was freaking out that she was not going to be here. Well, I am a freak out kinda girl, KWIM! :crackedup
OH THANK GOODNESS!!!

[KNWVIKING]

Printed boarding passes and rental car express pickup docs last nite.

Mill has our two carry-ons packed ( we're not checking any luggage.

I've got the beltbag packed with PAP's, SW AP's, DDE card, DVC card, dealership business cards and other estential park info.

Downloaded Deb Wills menu board onto Palm.

Printed Google Map to the Country Inn & Suites we're spending tonight at.

Set up online payments for all my accounts that need paying while I'm gone.

Owners Locker delivery confirmation e-mail has been received.

Just need to hit the MAC machine when I leave work in 3 more LONNNNGGGGG boring hours.

[jiggerj]

Printed boarding passes and rental car express pickup docs last nite.

Mill has our two carry-ons packed ( we're not checking any luggage.

I've got the beltbag packed with PAP's, SW AP's, DDE card, DVC card, dealership business cards and other estential park info.

Downloaded Deb Wills menu board onto Palm.

Printed Google Map to the Country Inn & Suites we're spending tonight at.

Set up online payments for all my accounts that need paying while I'm gone.

Owners Locker delivery confirmation e-mail has been received.

Just need to hit the MAC machine when I leave work in 3 more LONNNNGGGGG boring hours.


Geesshhh! Im impressed! Who ever knew that Vikings could be so organized! :)

[athenna]

Printed boarding passes and rental car express pickup docs last nite.

Mill has our two carry-ons packed ( we're not checking any luggage.

I've got the beltbag packed with PAP's, SW AP's, DDE card, DVC card, dealership business cards and other estential park info.

Downloaded Deb Wills menu board onto Palm.

Printed Google Map to the Country Inn & Suites we're spending tonight at.

Set up online payments for all my accounts that need paying while I'm gone.

Owners Locker delivery confirmation e-mail has been received.

Just need to hit the MAC machine when I leave work in 3 more LONNNNGGGGG boring hours.


Wow! Now that is organized:thumbsup:
I 've got 3 looonnnggg hours to go at work also, until I am officially on vacation!

[Rozzie]

Ken, have you stayed at Country Inn Suites before? I am hoping for a mini TR from you. :Pssst:

Okay folks, I am way way way overpacked. Beyond overpacked. And no, not finished packing. Still have load of clothes in wash and dryer, and haven't even begun to pack face crap. No makeup, dern rosacea crap. :rolleyes:

[athenna]

I'm on my over with my stick, Roz:hahahaha:

[KNWVIKING]

Ken, have you stayed at Country Inn Suites before? I am hoping for a mini TR from you. :Pssst:

Yes, we've at CIS before, but not this one. We like them very much. We stay for free using our GoldPoints card. They have a great "continental" breakfast which includes eggs,meats, make-your-own Mickey waffles, etc. Rooms have always been clean & fresh, staff above average.

[TW1]

Ken, have you stayed at Country Inn Suites before? I am hoping for a mini TR from you. :Pssst:

We do Country Inn & Suites on all our trips if we can. We've had very good experiences with them along the I-95 corridor, which can have it's fair share of horrible motels.

Rooms are always clean, breakfast buffet is more than adequate and they usually have a pool that my kids like to use.

BTW, Viking, which one are you crashing at? We used one Kingsland, GA and another in Jacksonville.

All that said, for clean restroom and a free cup of decent coffee on the road, we always pit-stop at the Hampton Inn, but never actually stayed in one.

[KNWVIKING]

We do Country Inn & Suites on all our trips if we can. We've had very good experiences with them along the I-95 corridor, which can have it's fair share of horrible motels.

Rooms are always clean, breakfast buffet is more than adequate and they usually have a pool that my kids like to use.

BTW, Viking, which one are you crashing at? We used one Kingsland, GA and another in Jacksonville.

All that said, for clean restroom and a free cup of decent coffee on the road, we always pit-stop at the Hampton Inn, but never actually stayed in one.

We've stayed at that very same Inn in Kingsland. Very nice.

This is the one we're staying at tonite: http://www.countryinns.com/hotels/flospark

and this one we stayed at last time : http://www.countryinns.com/hotels/fllake

Only thing we didn't like about that one was that it didn't have a hot tub, otherwise it was great.

[athenna]

Less than 2 hours to go of work, I am getting rambunctious:woohoo: :laughing:

[TW1]

Let me take a miunte to wish all of you a very, very good time. I look forward to the day I can join in on these fun off-season trips.

Please travel safe and return with great stories and, of course, pictures of your exploits.

And for those that still need to pack, I'll share my little secret:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b180/90Jetta/TShirts.jpg

[nono]

Let me take a miunte to wish all of you a very, very good time. I look forward to the day I can join in on these fun off-season trips.

Please travel safe and return with great stories and, of course, pictures of your exploits.

And for those that still need to pack, I'll share my little secret:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b180/90Jetta/TShirts.jpg


Do you have the matching briefs??

[TW1]

Do you have the matching briefs??
Why? I thought that's what Commando meant?

[KNWVIKING]

Do you have the matching briefs??

Yes, but they are January, Febuary, March, April........

[nono]

Yes, but they are January, Febuary, March, April........


:faint:

[KNWVIKING]

The Viking signing off till 12/10/07.

Everyone have a safe trip "Home".

TTFN

[idratherbeinwdw]

Was fun catching up on this thread, you guys crack me up. Yay to the dogsitter being found and Cruella being fired. Your mom charges you to watch the dogs Roz? :jawdroppi Boo hissssssss.

To all those who have one more day at work--(like me)---one more day and VACATION! I am packed but DD hasn't one thing in her suitcase. I keep urging her and she keeps saying she has plenty of time. Which she really does, we aren't leavin til Sunday morning and she only has to pack for herself. And not much to pack even, as a lot of the basics are in our Owner's Locker. I love opening that locker, it's a party in a box! :birhdaypa

[Rozzie]

Blast off!!!!! I quit packing, good thing, I had to lay on top of my suitcase to close it. So if anyone forgets anything, I'll probably will have 2 of what you need.

Everyone have a safe trip! See ya'll soon!!!!!! :rockband: :beer:

[erikthewise]

OK, starting to get excited now.

We leave tomorrow!!!!!! :solikeiwa :hyper: :hyper:

[athenna]

Get there safe, Roz!!! If I forget anything, I'll be calling you. LOL!

Erik-safe travels!

[Stimpy]

Hope everyone has a safe trip and we'll see you on Sunday!

Ok.....I am the only one left home still??? :headscrat

[athenna]

Hope everyone has a safe trip and we'll see you on Sunday!

Ok.....I am the only one left home still??? :headscrat


Nope I am still home until 4:30am Sunday!

[nono]

We're still here too. In about 20 minutes, we're going to try to put the kids down early. :help: I am so sure it will go well. :crackedup

Taking off tomorrow morning. :coolcar: has gas. Only 2-4 items left to pack (bottles for baby, toothbrushes in morning).

[mickeyndvcfan]

Hope everyone has a safe trip and we'll see you on Sunday!

Ok.....I am the only one left home still??? :headscrat


Actually I'm at work until 11:30. We leave tomorrow morning to go to VA. to get on the Autotrain and will arrive in Fl on Sunday morning. See ya'll on Sunday. Everyone have a safe trip.

[Lisa]

I'm still here. The suitcase however is still empty!

Plane leaves tomorrow at 1pm.

See ya tomorrow night! :woohoo:

[ghost1000]

I'm still home. Our plane is scheduled to take off at 1:10pm tomorrow, but I'm not sure if that's going to happen. The weather looks a little iffy tomorrow. Light wintery mix for the drive to the airport and freezing rain at the airport when we're supposed to take off.

[athenna]

I'm still home. Our plane is scheduled to take off at 1:10pm tomorrow, but I'm not sure if that's going to happen. The weather looks a little iffy tomorrow. Light wintery mix for the drive to the airport and freezing rain at the airport when we're supposed to take off.

Be careful! Keep us posted, darlin' if need be...I still have your cell....PM me if you need mine.
Boston is supposed to get quit a bit of snow too, but should already be in WDW by then, since we have such an early flight.


Pixie dust that you get out right on time, Rita!

[Lisa]

I'm still home. Our plane is scheduled to take off at 1:10pm tomorrow, but I'm not sure if that's going to happen. The weather looks a little iffy tomorrow. Light wintery mix for the drive to the airport and freezing rain at the airport when we're supposed to take off.


Tomorrow's not looking too good for me either. A 1pm flight from Rochester, at least it is non-stop and from ROC.

[ghost1000]

:dust for everyone in the storm path who are scheduled to take off tomorrow.

Athenna, I have your phone # programmed in. I'll give you a call from the airport when we learn more. Or maybe things won't be too bad and we'll take off on schedule. In that case, I'll give you a call just before we take off.

[athenna]

:dust for everyone in the storm path who are scheduled to take off tomorrow.

Athenna, I have your phone # programmed in. I'll give you a call from the airport when we learn more. Or maybe things won't be too bad and we'll take off on schedule. In that case, I'll give you a call just before we take off.



Sounds like a plan!



Oh jeez, Lisa, that stinks! I'm sending you pixie dust, too! I hope you get out on time!

[Lisa]

Oh jeez, Lisa, that stinks! I'm sending you pixie dust, too! I hope you get out on time!


:brrrrrr: No worries. It's just me, solo, on a just for fun trip. No little kiddos to worry about. I'll take a good book and see if I make it to MCO! If not, I'm sure DH will be happy .... but will hide it apporpiately. :yes:

[jiggerj]

We are outta here by 5am so hopefully we will be up in the air and on our way before the icky weather hits Ct.

Suitcase is in the foyer with luggage strap and "twist ties" on the locks.

Wishing everyone safe travels and will see ya all soon! :)

[athenna]

Lisa, I like your positive outlook:santa:
Laura, get on outta CT before the snow hits there, too, girlfriend! Call me if you're delayed!
All my stuff is ready and at the door for 5am, too!
:santa:

[Colorado Belle]

Snowed all day. Supposed to be a foot or two.
Plane at 8:45 am. Haven't checked Denver weather...think I'll go there now.
Did someone print out a list of stuff that we are doing?

I'm trying to write down all the ressie numbers. Not enough time and already exhausted from my 20 hours at home between trips.

House is 63 degrees and climbing????

[It's Me]

Just wishing everyone safe journeys.

We are supposed to leave at 9:25am today our of Newark. so far, web site says our flight is on schedule, but we really won't know until we get there.

Happy travels! :drive:

[CRSNDSNY]

we have at least 2 inches of snow already here.
hope not too many of you have to deal with PHL airport!

Safe travels everyone!

[ghost1000]

Melody, we fly out of PHL, and so far there are no flight delays. The SW flight that left for Orlando at 6:45 was on schedule, and the 9:40 flight is showing on schedule.

Outside we have only a dusting of snow. So I guess you're in a snowier part of PA than I am.

The "freezing rain" that was on the schedule for our takeoff has now turned into "light rain".

Of course, it all depends on the incoming plane that we're supposed to board, and where it's coming in from.

[RweTHEREyet]

Wishing all of you traveling in this messy weather a safe journey :blueflowe . You guys have made too many plans and are going to have too much fun to let the weather slow you down. Have a grand time everyone. :goodvibes

[nono]

I'm already exhausted and it is only Monday morning!:faint: :faint: :faint:

[newjerseynick]

Everyone get there okay?
Nick

[CRSNDSNY]

Considering I leave at the end of this week I suppose I need to get my butt in gear and get packing!

[DisneyBride'03]

Hi all, new here:) Usually post at another place , just found MouseOwners!!

Anyway, I will be at SSR on the 13th! My first trip "home", will be attending the Merry Mixer that day as well!!
Just trying to navigate this forum and see what everyone is talking about!!

[CRSNDSNY]

Hi all, new here:) Usually post at another place , just found MouseOwners!!

Anyway, I will be at SSR on the 13th! My first trip "home", will be attending the Merry Mixer that day as well!!
Just trying to navigate this forum and see what everyone is talking about!!
WELCOME!
We're thinking about attending the MM that day, too!

[DisneyBride'03]

WELCOME!
We're thinking about attending the MM that day, too!
I see your cruise and BWV stay! How exciting! Ours is in Feb...staying at BWV then the cruise and return to AKV! THis will be our first cruise and first stays at both resorts!
Hopefully I can meet some other DVC'ers from here...assuming everyone engages in conversation at this event!! I will be solo.....2 days no hubby and kids...will be smiling!lol...:hahahaha:

[CRSNDSNY]

Ahh, I'm sure you'll have a GREAT time! :sunny:

[TW1]

NEWS FLASH. (Thursday 10:30 am)

Just heard the shuttle launch was scrubbed and they will try again Friday.

Sorry guys!