A MAGICAL MOUSEOWNERS Grand Gathering!!!

[Colorado Belle]

Ok, folks, hold onto your ears and come one, come all to a very

MAGICAL MOUSEOWNERS GRAND GATHERING

WHEN: MAY 1
WHERE: special dinner at Epcot, entertainment and desset in the VIP section overlooking Illuminations!
WHO: anyone, everyone who can be in the World on May 1,2006
WHY: That's easy: because we LIKE you!:doublekis
WHAT: $60 bucks or 2 TS. Pre event margaritas hosted by Jiggerj!!:ale:

Can you make it? We hope so!

[KNWVIKING]

Didn't you mean to say: MAGICAL KMBBB GRAND GATHERING

[athenna]

Alas, I can't make this one:mad: even though I really want to. Whenever the next one is, I am so there!

[jiggerj]

Didn't you mean to say: MAGICAL KMBBB GRAND GATHERING

LOL!!! I know what it stands for... I know what it stands for!!! And Im not telling! ;)

This will most definately be a GRAND gathering of the grandest kind! So far we have a great group going and hope that more Mouseowners will join us- :rockband:

Rumor has it that CB makes some pretty tasty margaritas !!! :woohoodan

[Rozzie]

oh darn! I am missing this! Maybe you can leave a plate of scraps, and a half empty blender somewhere???;)

[idratherbeinwdw]

Man I HATE to be all grownuply here, as it is SO not like me to act like an adult. but I am not comfortable with posting abbreviations that aren't familiar to everyone. If it's inappropriate to say what something stands for perhaps it is inappropriate to post it? :tapedshut

Please don't throw things at me, I just want to be sure everyone here feels included and there is no sense of "exclusivity" (is that even a word?). :grouphug:

[KNWVIKING]

I have posted it in another thread. Search the We Need A Logo thread.

[KNWVIKING]

The last "B" was an add-on solely for the purpose of the Magical Gathering. It stands for "Bunch"

[idratherbeinwdw]

The reason I have a problem with putting in acronyms that no one else understands (without having to search through old threads) is, that those who are newer to the boards, or not in on the joke can perceive it as clique-ish. I hope we all agree we'd like to avoid that feeling here. :yes:

I feel this way about all posts, but particularly when there is an invitation to join a gathering. If I wasn't "in" on a particular reference I might feel like I wasn't truly welcome.

Rarely do I try to censor anyone here, in fact I think this is the first time I have posted anything like this, but I do think we have to be careful to include everyone and not have "in" jokes if we want to be seen as truly welcoming to all. :grouphug:

[KNWVIKING]

No problem Mar'

All you or anyone had to do was ask. There is nothing dirty or secretive about KMBBB. Actually....are you sure you don't know what it means ?

Anyway, to all who care to know: KISS MY BANNED BUTT BUNCH

[athenna]

The reason I have a problem with putting in acronyms that no one else understands (without having to search through old threads) is, that those who are newer to the boards, or not in on the joke can perceive it as clique-ish. I hope we all agree we'd like to avoid that feeling here. :yes:

I feel this way about all posts, but particularly when there is an invitation to join a gathering. If I wasn't "in" on a particular reference I might feel like I wasn't truly welcome.

Rarely do I try to censor anyone here, in fact I think this is the first time I have posted anything like this, but I do think we have to be careful to include everyone and not have "in" jokes if we want to be seen as truly welcoming to all. :grouphug:

Nicely said, Mar'!
I had no clue what it meant....lol..
But I certainly don't perceive anyone here as cliquish. Then again, I'm not a newbie, though:computerg

[jiggerj]

Oh no! :worried: I hope that everyone knows that they are more than welcome to join the Grand Gathering- This is a wonderful opportunity for ALL MouseOwners to meet for the first time and enjoy this special event together and get to know each other- :handshake

I do see now what you mean though Mar and it obviously went right over my head- I would never want ANYONE to feel that thay are in anyway excluded... only included and would love to have every MouseOwner at such a Magical Meet- (I just dont think I would have enough points to cover everyone!;)) :) :thewave:

[idratherbeinwdw]

I hope that everyone knows that they are more than welcome to join the Grand Gathering- This is a wonderful opportunity for ALL MouseOwners to meet for the first time and enjoy this special event together and get to know each other-

It's really nice of you to open up your DVC home to us Laura! You know I'll be there for those margaritas, looking forward to meeting you and everyone else, the more the merrier!
:beaniepro :margarita :margarita :margarita :margarita :margarita :beaniepro

[withdisneyspirit]

Yes:beaniepro ...its true !!! I have officially turned Green :doublejum with a bit of envy... Oh well, I already know I won't get to be there with y'all:tearsaref I do hope the first official Mouseowners Magical Gathering is wonderful:woohoo:

[Colorado Belle]

I suppose we could start a list:

Jiggerj and family members
Matysgramma
KNW Viking (he who has been banned)
KNW VikingWife (she who has not)
Simba's Mom (and maybe Simba's Dad)
Idratherbeinwdw (for the pre-show margarita's)
Colorado Belle

[kathyseb]

Darn, we will just miss it. We are there from April 23-29th.

Have one for us.:margarita :ale:

[KNWVIKING]

KNW Viking's Wife - had she ever joined the Dis - would have banned herself in a show of support.

[jiggerj]

Going to be a GRAND time for one and all!

"International Dinner and IllumiNations Dessert Reception" -- There's no need to jet around the globe to experience dining around the world. At Epcot, international culinary favorites are on the menu for adventurous groups looking for a storybook ending to their day. Children can join in the dinner's special storytelling experience, which is punctuated with a surprise character appearance. A special viewing area is reserved for the evening finale, the nighttime Epcot spectacular "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth."


info from Debs site- :)

[Stimpy]

Sounds like a lot of fun. I wish we could make it but we'll be off by a few weeks. Have a great time!!:goodvibes

[matysgranma]

I am SO looking forward to this! How exciting is this!!!! I'll admit I didn't have a clue what the initials stood for, but then I really didn't care. Everyone here is so nice that I never really feel left out. But, Mar, I do see your point and agree with you. Cuz that is what happens on other sites, kinda like the high school clicks. That being said, I KNOW that those initials were just put there as a joke, cuz we all do know that you guys are one CRAZY group. It's so nice to be part of this family!!!!!

[RweTHEREyet]

Wish I was gonna be there, I love to put faces with names, even if it is just screennames. I have a hard time remembering things about people unless I have a face to put it with.

We won't be there until later in the month. Maybe next time. :(

[athenna]

I am not making '07 ressies for anything until I find out if we are having a Mouse Owners gathering first! I will not risk making the next one (so, you better have a next one:howudoin: )

[Rash]

I'll come provided the following conditions are met:

- my usual appearance fee of $1500, paid in advance (no personal checks, please).
- bikini clad personal hostess.
- no cops.
- I will be addressed only as "Your Excellency".
- do not approach the horse - this is not a petting zoo.
- unlimited free-flowing yuengling, with complimentary dual-overhead beer dispenser (see photo).

http://www.loupickney.com/comm/february2004/beerhat2.jpg

I have commitments at several barmitzvahs, pre-school birthday parties, and a dental hygienist reuinion that week, so I'll need a retainer of 25% to re-arrange my schedule. Just let me know.

[Colorado Belle]

Hi RASH...
The retainer is in the mail!!!!
It's a little worn out, but my kid hasn't used it in so long that her teeth have gone back to 'before' braces.

Glad to help out a friend! I called the Disney Kennel to see if there was room for a....
very large animal who disdained KibblenBits but needed a 'bottomless' water dish. Told them you were on a 'special' diet and they promised they would comply with Doctor Greenban's prescription diet. So Yeungling's on tap it is!

So glad our GG is over in Epcot....not sure Disney allows horses on the GG Wishes Cruise!

[jiggerj]

Found out a few details this am on the International Dinner- :)

Countries represented are- Asia, Italy, Germany and Morocco. Each will have a buffet, that is quite extensive, of many different foods from each country-

Character appearances with storytelling and music-

After dinner we are led to a special viewing area for Illuminations at one of two locations available only to the Grand Gathering participants- The dessert reception is held outside but would be moved inside incase if bad weather-

Recognition of any special events or occasions- :)

They have in the past presented each Grand Gatherer with a special pin that commemorates the event-

So if you are in the World on May 1st....send me a pm and join the party! Would love to meet you! :)

[Leftcoaster]

Hi RASH...
The retainer is in the mail!!!!
It's a little worn out, but my kid hasn't used it in so long that her teeth have gone back to 'before' braces.

Glad to help out a friend! I called the Disney Kennel to see if there was room for a....
very large animal who disdained KibblenBits but needed a 'bottomless' water dish. Told them you were on a 'special' diet and they promised they would comply with Doctor Greenban's prescription diet. So Yeungling's on tap it is!

So glad our GG is over in Epcot....not sure Disney allows horses on the GG Wishes Cruise!


Good call. My local grocery store has Hostess stuff on sale 2 for $5. I'll pick up some Twinkies and Cupcakes. And as for Rash not being a petting zoo. That's totally understood. Afterall, isn't that why they just had another kid?

[brandip22]

We've been trying to find a time to do a quick getaway with just DH and me. This may be the perfect time! I'll check with Dh as we'd love to meet some awesome mouseowners!

[jiggerj]

We've been trying to find a time to do a quick getaway with just DH and me. This may be the perfect time! I'll check with Dh as we'd love to meet some awesome mouseowners!

This would be a PERFECT time for a quick getaway with DH! :) :) :) The Grand Gathering event will be awesome and hope you both will be able to be there- I will send you a pm on the extra details- :dancingba

[Colorado Belle]

It's just sounding better n better!!!!
And after all is done, and the kids are in bed and asleep...methinks we need to wrap up the day with a jacuzzi!!!!!

[matysgranma]

Thanks, Laura, for all the updated info. I am REALLY getting excited about this! What a great way to experience Illuminations! Really looking forward to this one!:bouncingm :bouncegoo :bouncstit

[jiggerj]

Bumpity-bump for anyone who has missed this- This has been alot of fun to plan and look forward to meeting all in person! :earboywav There is still time to join in for the International Dinner Grand Gathering event and meet some VERY cool MouseOwners! :bouncingm

[jiggerj]

Only 47 days left :bouncingg (May 1st) until the Grand Gathering International Dinner Event at Epcot :jumpingbe
If you are visiting Walt Disney World on the 1st of May join in! :) Great opportunity to be able to enjoy a Magical Moment event :dust with other MouseOwners-:bouncingm :bouncingm
http://z.about.com/d/orlando/1/0/K/6/wdw14.jpg

pm me and I will be delighted to give you more info-:)

http://z.about.com/d/orlando/1/0/O/6/wdw10.jpg
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[Colorado Belle]

I'm just loving those photos, girlfriend!

Can't wait for the big day!!!!!

So I'll have to drown my sorrows in PV..hehhehheh~ bet I come back with a bitchin'bottle of tequila!!!!

[doombuggy]

I called & got my confirm for this today. I think she said there are only about a dozen spots left....

:jumpingbe

[kathleena]

Oh rats! Looks like I'll have to miss this too - I won't arrive until later. I almost booked for the beginning of May, but then decided to go later to get to a Star Wars weekend. Darn that I'm such an early planner - and I got a really cheap plane ticket back in Jan too!

[jiggerj]

I called & got my confirm for this today. I think she said there are only about a dozen spots left....

:jumpingbe

:highfive: doombuggy! This is GREAT!!! Cant wait till May 1st! :bouncingm :bouncingm :bouncingm


kathleena- Have you seen this thread that idratherbeinwdw started? Gonna be alot of fun! :)
http://www.mouseowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1648

[mushu]

Missing by a few days arrive on the 5th.

[jiggerj]

The Grand Gathering is quickly coming up:dancingba But there is still time to join in on all the fun! :) :)

[Colorado Belle]

So how many are we up to now?
I brought back a HUGE bottle of tequila from Mexico.
I also brought back a HUGE bottle of Kalua...but broke it just as I was loading luggage into my car. That's what I get for bringing back an extra bottle of wine.
Sigh.
Just call me MargaritaBelle.

[jiggerj]

So how many are we up to now?
I brought back a HUGE bottle of tequila from Mexico.
I also brought back a HUGE bottle of Kalua...but broke it just as I was loading luggage into my car. That's what I get for bringing back an extra bottle of wine.
Sigh.
Just call me MargaritaBelle.

LOL! margaritaBelle! Love it! :ROTFL: oh boy your talking tequila and my other evil Kahlua. I think together we are gonna spell TROUBLE in May- (just kidding everyone CB and I are perfect :angel: )


The Grand Gathering is looking WONDERFUL!!!
drum roll..... please...

Colorado Belle
matsygranma
KNWVIKING
simbas mom
doombuggy
jiggerj

with special guest at the pre event party at my villa by none other than our very own idratherbeinwdw! :bluebloun

Plus significant others for a total of 10! I just had to drop DD as she wont even be able to join us on this trip at all. :( College responsibilities prevailed :)

There is time Folks so if you are interested in meeting some really interesting and fascinating Mouseowners pm me and I will give you all the details!

[Colorado Belle]

Yes, we ARE perfect and don't let those other rumors get ya'all to thinking we are not.
:jumpingbe :holymoly:

[KNWVIKING]

Excuse me Ladies, but you've got less then five weeks to get this perfection thingy donw pat, cause Da Viking is a harsh critic.

[jiggerj]

Excuse me Ladies, but you've got less then five weeks to get this perfection thingy donw pat, cause Da Viking is a harsh critic.

Da' Boardwalk babes are practicably perfect in everyway- :D

How are we going to "address" each other when we finally all meet? By our screen names?

Actually thats kinda fun! "CB can you pass me the salt? Hey doom did you try out that dessert? Matsey can you pass over some butter please!"" Not sure what one would say to Viking! ;)

I told my dh that Viking will probably be coming over to our Villa and you should have seen the look I got!!!! :ROTFL:

simbasmom he was able to handle a little better but VIKING!!! LOL!

[matysgranma]

Da' Boardwalk babes are practicably perfect in everyway- :D

How are we going to "address" each other when we finally all meet? By our screen names?

Actually thats kinda fun! "CB can you pass me the salt? Hey doom did you try out that dessert? Matsey can you pass over some butter please!"" Not sure what one would say to Viking! ;)

I told my dh that Viking will probably be coming over to our Villa and you should have seen the look I got!!!! :ROTFL:

simbasmom he was able to handle a little better but VIKING!!! LOL!

Rephrase, please! The Boardwalk babes ARE perfect in every way!!!!This is going to be so much fun that we're going to end up making a habit of it!:woohoo: :woohoo: We're really going to have to get t shirts made so everyone will know who they are in the presence of!!!!

[KNWVIKING]

How are we going to "address" each other when we finally all meet? By our screen names?

I think "Sir" would be appropriate.

[KNWVIKING]

We're really going to have to get t shirts made so everyone will know who they are in the presence of!!!!

I'll just wear my Plunder Gear.

[jiggerj]

I think "Sir" would be appropriate.

oooohhhh this is gonna.....be fun!!! :bowdown:

If you show up in one of those Viking helmets I am slamming the door! :ROTFL:

[jiggerj]

Rephrase, please! The Boardwalk babes ARE perfect in every way!!!!This is going to be so much fun that we're going to end up making a habit of it!:woohoo: :woohoo: We're really going to have to get t shirts made so everyone will know who they are in the presence of!!!!

I was just trying to be humble but you are so RIGHT!! We ARE perfect ! :jumpingbe and the pre-margaritas pics will prove it (ummm...no pics after CB's margaritas:margaritas: though please :D) I agree this might be habit forming!

[Niki]

Dog gonnit, I'm a couple weeks too late!:rant: Have some tequila for me, my favorite. Hope to catch y'all on the next one.

[idratherbeinwdw]

Aww Niki, so near and yet so far! Hopefully next time. You're not going to be there the first week of October this year by any chance are you? Jigger, CB, MatysG and I are all going to be there then too.

By the way the Boardwalk Babes welcome all new members, there is no prerequisite other than having to drink at least one roller coaster meltdown from the poolbar at BWV. OR one or more Margarita's on Jigger's balcony. Home resort doesn't matter, Boardwalk Babes are an equal opportunity bunch of lunatics. :woohoo: :tongue: :howudoin: :woohoodan :crazy: :crackedup

[Colorado Belle]

And of course....guys are eligible 'babes' too, tho of course they aren't perfect! Which is why jiggerj said practically perfect because we have a Viking joining us.....

[KNWVIKING]

"a Viking" ??????

You mean The Viking, right ?!?!?

[jiggerj]

"a Viking" ??????

You mean The Viking, right ?!?!?

:thumbsup: :kickingco :rockband: :dancingba :worship: :highfive: :jumpingbe

[TammyAlphabet]

:( I really wish I could be there but we are leaving on the 21st of May for the World. I know you guys will have a great time.

[senecabeach]

I'll be missing it too !!! UGH !!!:blech:

Have a GRAND time!!

Do you do this every year around 5/1 ??? Maybe next year I can change things around??

Colorado Belle... Is there a special web site for this event. Might want to try this for my family of 8 going in late May.:scratchch

[Colorado Belle]

Hi S-Beach,
Wish you could join us! I'm not the expert on Grand Gatherings...jiggerj has all that information and anyone can put one together if they can get a group of I think 9 or 10.

Insofar as May 1 or more precisely that first week in May. I think it all started with Mar (I'd ratherbeinwdw) booking that week as her getaway week. THen last year I booked BWV for my family around Mother's Day and really liked that there weren't any crowds and the weather was perfect. So when I was looking to repeat that week, Mar said: well why not come down the first week instead. So I did. Then, I was telling Pam (matysgramma) that I was doing this solo and she said: well I would be happy to join you! Then, jiggerj posted that her family was going the first week of May and that she'd love to get together one night just with 'the girls' (who have now become the famous and perfect Boardwalk Babes)...and then she got to thinking about how we'd have enough to make up a Grand Gathering....and well, that's how it all started.

Then we found out that we all were interested in going to the food and wine festival and Mar was booked for the first week of October and so was Jiggerj....and so I jumped in and Pam said whattheheck and jumped on board too. (She has a really understanding DH!). So now we are planning something for that week too....I think maybe the Halloween Party for starters.

And its all because of this board, because until last December, neighter jiggerj nor Pam nor I had even met!!! We'll be meeting Mar for the first time this trip...but it just feels like we all know each other already.

So that's the long of it. Viking and his Mrs and Doon and Simba's Mom (and I think their SO's) jumped on board when we invited them as they had posted on the calendar that they'd be there the same time. And we thought it would be GRAND if anyone who was in the vicinity or who could be in the vicinity join in.

Next May? Well, we seem to be the kind of people who can be talked into most anything! I'm not one who plans so far in advance, but the rest of the crew really do like to get the ball rolling fast, so hey gang, what do you say?

Now the other thing is Mousefest....I signed onto that one late (about two weeks before.) It is a group of Disney Geeks like Passporters, Tagrel's site, mousesavers, allears....and they plan little minniemeets hosted by just regular people but also some authors of books /Disney guides. Last year it was the first week of December. When Mar suggested that we plan a mouseowners meet some time in the future, I suggested that we hook into the already developed MOusefest groups....and now Mar has a post going for December, 2007 which seems like a long way away...but for those advance planner types I guess it is just around the cormer. The idea will be for as many mouseowners.com people to attend (no cost for this..just show up) the events planned by the other groups, but then also have events for our group (which I think of course should be open to everyone, just as theirs is). If you go to Tag's site you can see lots of pics of last year's events and get an idea of what to expect....I went alone and had a blast, tho I kept missing things (disorganized am I).

Well, I bet you didn't expect a book on your question! But the short version is: The first week of May,2007 sounds like a good time to plan a trip! Or maybe you can come the first week of October?

[Colorado Belle]

Hi Tammy...drat that we are going to miss you by just a couple of weeks!
Do you have any time available that first week in October? Or have you been looking at the Mousefest, 2007 dates? It is so hard to coordinate schedules...I know that when it was DH, DD and me that we never could do anything when other people were traveling. One good thing about the solo life!!!!!

[TammyAlphabet]

Hey Colorado,

I am a school teacher so taking off during the school year or early December is very difficult for me. I do have a fall break but it is mid-October. Senecabeach and I are doing a Mini mini meet at the end of May at the Beaches and Cream. That will be great fun, I love talking to other disers. But I can live vicariously through the mouse adventures of the rest of you guys.

Tammy

[SueOKW]

This sounds like a lot of fun - I hope to join you all sometime!! In the meantime, I request a toast be made to all of us slogging back at our respective homes thinking of you guys!!!

:ale: I will join in vicariously!

[Colorado Belle]

To be sure....drinks all around. I'm not a computer geek, BUT it would be lovely if one of the margaritamaniacs knew how to set up a webcam of our party on May 1!!!!! Then everyone really could join in.

Anyone have a spare webcam?

[matysgranma]

I've got a Mickey Mouse Webcam, but won't be bringing a computer. Anyone bringing a computer?

[KNWVIKING]

I don't know...... Margaritas, The Viking and a Webcam......... they may ban me from The World.

[Simba's Mom]

Got it on my calendar! Just got back from DS's wedding last night, but we'll be there!

[Colorado Belle]

Hey Simba's Mom: Your son just got married?????
Congratulations, Simba's Mom! You really have to dish...you know how we all love weddings!

Oh shucks, Viking....we were planning on dropping you off at Norway. With all the other VIkings, we figured you wouldn't stand out so much. I do hope you bring your helmet thing with the horms and all...I find them incredibly sexy!

[idratherbeinwdw]

I've got a Mickey Mouse Webcam, but won't be bringing a computer. Anyone bringing a computer?

Raising hand, me, me I'll be bringing my laptop. So does that mean this party is going to go Live? Pam, do you need any special cables to hook your cam to my laptop? (Why does that sound naughty?):p :laughing:

[Colorado Belle]

Raising hand, me, me I'll be bringing my laptop. So does that mean this party is going to go Live? Pam, do you need any special cables to hook your cam to my laptop? (Why does that sound naughty?):p :laughing:
:ROTFL: :ROTFL: :ROTFL:

But seriously, if you two can make that web cam work, I think everyone will be able to party (even if vicariously) at the Grand Gathering!!!!

Pixie Dust to you both for making it happen!

[matysgranma]

Hey, Mar, I'll make sure I bring everything that's needed. Okay, everyone on best behavior----you, too, Viking!!! Well, everybody except CB. She's supplying the booze!

[jiggerj]

Oh My Goodness! I dont get on line for an afternoon and you kids start all kind of trouble! See what happens when I leave this Grand Gathering event alone for a few hours! :rockband: :rockband:

[Colorado Belle]

Bwaaaaaahaaaa.....
That'll teach ya!:innocent:

[athenna]

Since I can't be there in person, but only in spirit, I would love to see this party live!:birhdaypa

[PoohsPal]

Since I can't be there in person, but only in spirit, I would love to see this party live!:birhdaypa
Ditto. Talk about the ultimate in living vicariously through others!

[KNWVIKING]

Ditto. Talk about the ultimate in living vicariously through others!

vicariously ????

Too big a word for a Viking.

[PoohsPal]

vicariously ????

Too big a word for a Viking.
Good thing you'll be at the party and not have to deal with it!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Okey dokey Pam (matysgranma), you bring the cables, I'll bring the laptop! Reminds me of an off kilter song:

Oh you bring the cables
And I'll bring the laptop
And I'll get to scotland beforeeee ye.

[Colorado Belle]

Are ya bringin ye kilt????

I am so excited that there will be a webcam!
I'm playing with my margarita recipe so that they are scrumptiousdelicious
Bet THAT isn't too big a word for Viking!

[KNWVIKING]

Bet THAT isn't too big a word for Viking!


Course not. Vikings know a lot of FOUR letter words.

[Colorado Belle]

:laughing:

[idratherbeinwdw]

Are ya bringin ye kilt????

I am so excited that there will be a webcam!
I'm playing with my margarita recipe so that they are scrumptiousdelicious
Bet THAT isn't too big a word for Viking!

Aye Lassie, I'll be bringin' me Kilt and me lucky charms cereal!

Can't wait for those Margaritas, they sound awesome! Better hook up the camera way in advance, after a couple of those drinks we may not be able to! :margarita :margarita :margarita

[Colorado Belle]

Yes indeedie...get that web cam going FIRST.
Great minds think alike, but that can be tres dangerouse when drunk!

[jiggerj]

:margarita plus :margarita :margarita plus ok maybe just one more :margarita equals jiggerj :sing: then :faint: LOL....(cant wait! )

[jdvm]

I'm a bit uncomfortable asking because I don't know anyone on these boards....but I may be in town and could possibly join the gathering for the drinks portion of the evening...OK, the thought of margaritas makes a little bit of my shyness go away.
Would this be a possibility?
Thanks,
John V

[KNWVIKING]

I'm a bit uncomfortable asking because I don't know anyone on these boards....but I may be in town and could possibly join the gathering for the drinks portion of the evening...OK, the thought of margaritas makes a little bit of my shyness go away.
Would this be a possibility?
Thanks,
John V

You shouldn't feel uncomfortable because you don't know us, you should consider yourself lucky.

As far as joining in on the fun..... well, try and get your post count up first. We set bar minimum at 300 posts. Now, you can either read all the posts and add insightfull, usefull knowledge posts, but that may take awhile. A much easier and faster way would be to go to the "Welcome" board and say "Welcome" to the most recent 236 members.

BTW. "John V" ..... you're not a Pope,are ya ?

[jdvm]

I've been accused of a lot of things (most of which have been deserved) but I'd never been accused of being a pope!?! It's a V as in between U and W; not as in 5th!! Give me two margaritas and you'll wonder why that thought even crossed your mind....thanks for the note by the way

[idratherbeinwdw]

I'm a bit uncomfortable asking because I don't know anyone on these boards....but I may be in town and could possibly join the gathering for the drinks portion of the evening...OK, the thought of margaritas makes a little bit of my shyness go away.
Would this be a possibility?
Thanks,
John V

John I hope you know viking is kidding--there's no requirement at all. While a few of the folks at the gathering have met, I will be meeting everyone for the first time this trip. It just so happened a bunch of us were going at the same time and one thing lead to another.

I don't want to assume it's Ok to invite you for Margaritas, because it isn't my villa. JiggerJ will see this soon and reply I am sure. While I don't know you well I have seen many of your posts on the "other" board as well as the ones here, so you're certainly no stranger.

[jiggerj]

I'm a bit uncomfortable asking because I don't know anyone on these boards....but I may be in town and could possibly join the gathering for the drinks portion of the evening...OK, the thought of margaritas makes a little bit of my shyness go away.
Would this be a possibility?
Thanks,
John V


Hi John V- What a nice surprise to see that your interested in joining us! :) I will send you a pm-

[jiggerj]

:rockband: 3 WEEKS FROM TODAY!:highfive: :jumpingbe :margarita :handshake :margarita :woohoodan :rockband: :birhdaypa

[idratherbeinwdw]

:rockband: 3 WEEKS FROM TODAY!:highfive: :jumpingbe :margarita :handshake :margarita :woohoodan :rockband: :birhdaypa

WOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[Colorado Belle]

I'm just posting cause I want to see what my ticker says.
Then I have to subtract 5 days from that, cause I leave on the 26th.

And then I have to panic cause I haven't done what I need to do to get ready to go ahead and leave. Whew!:jumpingbe

[Simba's Mom]

I'm a bit uncomfortable asking because I don't know anyone on these boards....but I may be in town and could possibly join the gathering for the drinks portion of the evening...OK, the thought of margaritas makes a little bit of my shyness go away.
Would this be a possibility?
Thanks,
John V
Hi jdvm! When you find out where and when the Margaritas are being served, let me know. I'm going to the GG at Epcot, but I'm meeting people for the first time. Should I just go to Boardwalk sometime that afternoon and look for a bunch of rowdy strangers with margaritas and a laptop?

[jdvm]

Hi Simba's Mom,
Don't know about the laptop but you've got the part about the margaritas nailed!!
John

[doombuggy]

Sorry I missed last night's chat, guys. I was making several phone calls last night when I got home from work and the time got away from me. It was 7:30p by the time I was done & remembered the chat (I can't be on the phone & computer at the same time). I adopted a new kitty this week, and was making the round of calls, telling some family & freinds about the new addition.

Sorry I missed it, but I'll see you guys real soon!

[jiggerj]

Sorry I missed last night's chat, guys. I was making several phone calls last night when I got home from work and the time got away from me. It was 7:30p by the time I was done & remembered the chat (I can't be on the phone & computer at the same time). I adopted a new kitty this week, and was making the round of calls, telling some family & freinds about the new addition.

Sorry I missed it, but I'll see you guys real soon!

We missed you too!!! Congrats on your new kitty! I am a kitty person myself although my golden retriever has a nice warm place in my heart too- :)

Currently working on coordinating a chat time next week that will work for all! :highfive:

Ya-hoo!!!! :rockband: We are almost there! :handshake :

[Piglet513]

I am soooo jealous. Can't we do this the last week in August 2006 or President's week 2007? If all you need is a group of 8-10 people for the special dinner, I'd be happy to coordinate a group for one of the times I'll be at WDW.

I'd love to host something at our room in August, but I don't think many of us will fit in a Pop Century room...(can you say free dining!)

[Piglet513]

To be different, perhaps we could do one of the other packages? Any takers for August 27-Sept 4 or Presidents week 2007? (I think these prices may have chagned)


"Magical Fireworks Voyage" -- After bidding farewell to Captain Hook and Mr. Smee on shore, your group will sail with Patch the pirate along Seven Seas Lagoon by Magic Kingdom. This memorable evening includes ideal "seaward" viewing of the "Electrical Water Pageant" and the spectacular new "Wishes" fireworks extravaganza over Cinderella Castle. The voyage features group trivia and song activities and a celebration for special occasions like birthdays, reunions or anniversaries. The irrepressible Patch regales you with tales of Peter Pan on the trip back to shore. Speaking of Peter Pan, he awaits your return to pose for photos and sign autographs. Ages 10 and older, $29.99; ages 3-9, $14.99.

"Safari Celebration Dinner" -- You'll gather in the exotic African coastal city of Harambe at Disney's Animal Kingdom for high adventure on Kilimanjaro Safaris. Your group will journey through the park's authentic jungles and across the sweeping, baobab-studded savannah as you spot giraffes, elephants and other wild African creatures. The experience continues at Harambe's Tusker House Restaurant for an African-inspired dinner, Disney character appearances, "up-close" animal experiences and live entertainment. Ages 10 and older, $59.99; ages 3-9, $19.99.

"International Dinner and IllumiNations Dessert Reception" -- There's no need to jet around the globe to experience dining around the world. At Epcot, international culinary favorites are on the menu for adventurous groups looking for a storybook ending to their day. Children can join in the dinner's special storytelling experience, which is punctuated with a surprise character appearance. A special viewing area is reserved for the evening finale, the nighttime Epcot spectacular "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth." Ages 10 and older, $59.99; ages 3-9, $19.99.

"Good Morning Gatherings" -- Breakfast with famous Disney characters enters a whole new dimension with this new group gathering served up with plenty of morning merriment at Tony's Town Square Restaurant in Magic Kingdom. Your group will not only meet favorite characters but will participate in song-and-dance numbers. Mickey Mouse makes a one-on-one appearance with each guest for photo sessions. Ages 10 and older, $24.99; ages 3-9, $11.99.

[Colorado Belle]

Piglet...
I think you are sweet to offer to 'host', especially in a POP room:dunce:
I'm in a Pop room too in Sept, and it will sure be different than a BW villa!
You might have to host a POOL party instead! (I wonder if there are grills by the value resort pools like there are at DVC? Anyone know?

Have you entered the dates that you'll be at WDW on the calendar yet? I suggest that you do that so you can see who else will be there at your time. THe calendar was how we all found each other for the May GG, so it might work for you too!

Also, start a new thread on this forum...maybe "Who will be in WDW in August". That should catch the eyes of those traveling during that month and I bet your GG will take off from there! :cheerlead

[jiggerj]

So much to say, so much to talk about!! Grand Gathering chat time!!

Mark it on your calender... Wednesday 19th at 7 pm Eastern or 5pm Mountain time...right here on our very own Mouseowners!

All are welcome to join in chat and to check out how the Grand Gathering events are coming along-
:rockband:...

and if your on the fence about joining this fun bunch in May ...hop on in too... dont worry...we will talk you into it!! ;)

[jiggerj]

Bumpity-bump for tonights chat at 7pm Eastern 5pm Mountain time! :computerg

12 days from today! :margarita :jumpingbe :birhdaypa :woohoo: :chat:

[matysgranma]

I'll see you tonight! The time is flying by! I am SOOOO excited!:jumpingbe

[idratherbeinwdw]

I'll be there too! 10 days 17 hours 46 minutes 30 seconds on my disney countdown clock, yeeeeehaaaaa! :jumpingbe

[Colorado Belle]

After court hearings all day yesterday, I think I need to get drunk. :margarita :margarita :margarita Can't do that other part (of Buffet's song) so I might as well do the first part!

Tried to drink last night but fell asleep before I could. (I had stayed up all night Monday preparing for the hearing) :catchingz

5:00PM mountain time is just a few hours away and I have a week's worth of chores to do...so I may not be able to do more than pop in to say hi! I have to pick up my friend from Hawaii who is here to visit her grandbaby and 'show her a fun time' since she has been sort of sitting around the 'kids' apt looking for things to do to help them and Ive been ignoring her cause of the case.....anyway, I promise to take it easy today and then back to the grind tomorrow.:violinist :hammer:

[matysgranma]

5:00PM mountain time is just a few hours away and I have a week's worth of chores to do...so I may not be able to do more than pop in to say hi! I have to pick up my friend from Hawaii who is here to visit her grandbaby and 'show her a fun time' since she has been sort of sitting around the 'kids' apt looking for things to do to help them and Ive been ignoring her cause of the case.....anyway, I promise to take it easy today and then back to the grind tomorrow.:violinist :hammer:

Try to stop by and at least say hi! You're missed, CB!

[Muushka]

Hi all. I was invited by Colorado Belle :howudoin: to visit these boards. I didn't realize that I would recognize most of you! Anyway, we may also be interested in the May Day celebration. How many more people can you fit?
We are traveling with another couple so there would be 4 of us, and I will have to check with them if they are up for this amount of fun. We are checking into BWV (first stay there, can't wait) on Sun April 30th. Sounds interesting, how is the food at these events? People usually pretty happy with it? I have not heard too much said about it. Thank you all for planning this. If someone could PM me, that would be great. Muushka (AKA Barb)

[KNWVIKING]

Sorry, only room for 3.5 more people. Maybe next year.

[KNWVIKING]

Kidding.

[jiggerj]

Hi all. I was invited by Colorado Belle :howudoin: to visit these boards. I didn't realize that I would recognize most of you! Anyway, we may also be interested in the May Day celebration. How many more people can you fit?
We are traveling with another couple so there would be 4 of us, and I will have to check with them if they are up for this amount of fun. We are checking into BWV (first stay there, can't wait) on Sun April 30th. Sounds interesting, how is the food at these events? People usually pretty happy with it? I have not heard too much said about it. Thank you all for planning this. If someone could PM me, that would be great. Muushka (AKA Barb)

Pm is on its way Barb! Hope you can join us in tonights chat at 7pm Eastern or 5 pm Mountain time :jumpingbe

Oh, and dont pay any attention to The Viking - Really... hes harmless...;)
http://www.battle1066.com/pics/vik8.jpg

[KNWVIKING]

Uh ... hellllooo..... where are the horns !?!?!? Vikings are always hor.... oops, gotta be good.

[jiggerj]

http://www.villagehatshop.com/media/viking-helmets.jpg

I can see some great places for some Mickey antenna toppers??? ;)

[KNWVIKING]

They'll never fit over the mirrors.

[Colorado Belle]

??????J Blush blush....WHAT won't fit over the mirrors???????

Do tell.

Welcome Barb...do NOT pay any attention to the Viking..it just makes him worse.
The rest of us really are relatively normal for Disney Geeks.
I know Laura already PMd you but I'm sending one too..hope you can join us!

[jiggerj]

Had a great time with our Grand Gathering chat last night! :thumbsup: It was wonderful to be able to "meet" with everyone (some for the very first time!) before we all meet in person. We even had a "surprise" visitor all the way from California pop in and say Hi! :)

Hoping to get in one more chat before our big event. :fingerscr

CB we missed ya! But I had one of these :margarita in your honor! ;)

[Colorado Belle]

Thank ye, thank ye, for drinking in my absence, for my honor, being with me 'in spirit'. :hug: I would have if I could have but I couldn't so I didn't!

It looks like we have a bunch of new 'members' to our little KMBB-BoardwalkBabe-Grand Gathering-May Day evens! It will be so much fun meeting everyone and sharing a few Disney memories...I am so looking forward to it!

I leave on the 26th, so since things may change between now and our big night,
just wanted to say that I am bringing the margaritas!!!!!! (and maybe the guacamole).

Lets get this show on the road!!!!!

[KNWVIKING]

Do you make margaritas without alcohol ;-)~

[bavaria]

:headbange This is looking less and less likely for me - don't clients realize that they need to meet deadlines so that I can keep my WDW plans in place???!!!!! :grrrrr: :rant:

But I may have to duck down for the weekend of the 6th on my way to TW1 country (cause you know, WDW is on the way......:upsidedow )

So.... does that mean that I can get my beverage from Viking if I miss the rest of you????

[jdvm]

Why on earth would you make a margarita without tequila, Viking????

[Colorado Belle]

I was just about to ask the same question John, but then, what can you expect from a guy who wears horns on his head? And drives a motorcycle?

I do put tequila in my margaritas . I think there will be plenty of nonalcoholic drinks too...or ya might bring your favorite bev., especially if it is Viking juice or Advocat or something equally sinister....:birhdaypa :ale: :crazy: :margarita

[jiggerj]

:headbange This is looking less and less likely for me - don't clients realize that they need to meet deadlines so that I can keep my WDW plans in place???!!!!! :grrrrr: :rant:



Oh no!!! What is wrong with these clients? I mean geesh...wheres their prioritys! ;)

You know I am bumming that I wont get to meet you, but I am sure that one of these Disney vacas we will- :)

[Colorado Belle]

Now for the important stuff:

I heard there are some Wusses out there, and I want to know who is gonna ride EE with me? A list por favor:

[Muushka]

A wuss, I am not. I will gladly ride EE with you.:clappingh

And it will be my first time! I can't wait!!:dancingba

That would be only Mrs. Muushka. :tsktsk:

Mr. Muushka is, well, not a fan of coasters. :jawdroppi Barb

[matysgranma]

I proudly wear the WUSS hat. :whatababy Though you know I'll ride Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain and Space Mountain with you. But no thank Miss CB, I will have to take a pass on EE.

[jiggerj]

jiggerj is NO WUSS!! :) and cant wait to go on EE for the first time! :clappingh :clappingh :clappingh (but wont go anywhere near those spinny teacups!)

[Colorado Belle]

Oh goody goody....lets make an EE date.

And Pam.....everyone says that EE is nothing like SpaceMt or Splash or THunder...meaning it is LESS Scary...no drops of significant size etc.
More about theming. So will you at least watch it do it thang before you decide not to go?????? Pretty please. And I promise I won't try to get you on TOT or RnR...tho that has to be the smoothest roller I have ever ridden.

[KNWVIKING]

Vikings ain't Wuss'is.

Just hope my horns fit.

[Colorado Belle]

Por favor, mantenganse allejado los hornes de las puertas.:tunes:

[Simba's Mom]

May 1 is my first day in the parks. Bright and early, I'm headed off to AK to make EE my first ride of the week. Since DH will be golfing, I have to go on it alone, and I'm a bit (OK, more than a bit) of a coward so if anyone wants to be there Monday morning, I'd welcome the company!

[jiggerj]

Por favor, mantenganse allejado los hornes de las puertas.:tunes:

What the heck does that mean? :)This german girl doesnt get it!!!

[bavaria]

What the heck does that mean? :)This german girl doesnt get it!!!

Keep your horns away from the door? Spanish class was a looooooooong time ago!

Simba's Mom, I'll be holding yoru hand in spirit - if I did it, you can do it!! GO SIMBA's MOM!!!!! :blueflowe

[ILuvDVC]

I wish I could join you and meet everyone. My vacation won't be starting till the 12th. I hope everyone has a great time and maybe at the next gathering we will be able to join you.

[Colorado Belle]

Well, heck, I thought I was telling Viking to keep his horns to himself and not to get them stuck in the monorail door. Those Berlitz translators are for the Birds.

ILUVDVC: I'm sorry you are going to miss us this trip. We have one in October (first week) that is just getting in planning stages. Have you checked the calendar to see who will be there when you are there?

I leave in two days...two days....two days
:jumpingbe

[Colorado Belle]

Simba's Mom:
I might be interested in meeting you over there. The GG will be taking up the afternoon and evening, and Sunday might be a late night, but lets exchange cell phones cause I wouldn't mind giving it a go on Monday.

[KNWVIKING]

Por favor, mantenganse allejado los hornes de las puertas.:tunes:


Thanx for the warning CB. Vikings REALLY hate having doors closed on their horns.

[KNWVIKING]

Hey !!! Where's my STAR ?!?!? My Purple STAR ?!?!?

[Colorado Belle]

I don't know where your star is Viking, but since I am looking for my
AP and DV C member card and other important stuff on my packing list....
I'll let ya know if it shows up here.

I leave early Wednesday and have Bunko Tuesday night, so I am going to get my stuff ready tonight. I can throw it all in the suitcase after Bunko, but I have to get it sorted before I drink . (Last time I packed after margaritas, I ended up with a whole slew of left footed shoes without any matching right.:holymoly:

I was sorting through my collection of pins...anyone else collect pins? I got started when I was going through ROFR, and I was going kinda nuts, so I'd hit ebay for pins. Sigh. Anyway, I have a nice little collection.

Not sure where /what my friend from Tampa and I should do Friday and Saturday before checking into BWV on Sunday....we have so much planned all week, that I'm about out of ideas for the weekend. I think Tonga Toast is in order, and maybe a Cobb Salad at the BD. I think I will call for ressies tomorrow and see what is up. I'm sure we will HAVE TO DO EE first thing Saturday morning at AK, then again with a FP. She hasn't seen Soaring yet, so that is something else.
Maybe visit with Gary Puckett and the boys for their Friday evening show if we get over from Tampa in time.

Any suggestions?

[jiggerj]

ALMOST TIME TO GET THIS PARTY STARTED!!!
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/raglanrdagainresized.jpg
Colorado Belle and jiggerj last Dec. Cheers!!!! Cant wait to meet everyone on Monday! :margarita :birhdaypa:jumpingbe:kickingco

[KNWVIKING]

I leave early Wednesday and have Bunko Tuesday night, ..........

Ok, I realize that people living 7000 feet above sea level don't exactly have the same amount of oxygen going to their brains as those living in Jersey do, so I'll cut you a little slack. But it's spelled B I N G O.

[KNWVIKING]

It ain't PURPLE :-(

[Colorado Belle]

Well, we know Vikings can't cut it above sea level..must be the horns,
but to those of us who live at

9000 feet above sea level

Bingo is for sissies and BUNKO is a real woman's game!

(google it Viking...tis a dice game.

[Pocahantas]

Now for the important stuff:

I heard there are some Wusses out there, and I want to know who is gonna ride EE with me? A list por favor:

I will ride it with you!!!!!! My DH and I rode it during our February trip and it was AWESOME! I cannot wait to ride it again. When is the EE meet???????

[bavaria]

It ain't PURPLE :-(

If Viking gets a star, I want my star too! He can't be more than a few days 'older' than me.......:rolleyes:

I'm getting really excited for everyone who is packing, and am looking forward to the webcam. Plus next week I am hoping to go see the DL 50th anniversary hot air balloon (although nobody seems to know anything about that). It won't be a substitue for the GG, but it should be fun!

[bavaria]

oooooooooooooh I just got my star! I feel like an angel who just got her wings!

And I'm perfectly content with a yellow star.

[KNWVIKING]

[/COLOR][/B]

Bingo is for sissies and BUNKO is a real woman's game!.

Dice ?? Darn. I thought it might have required AA batteries.

[jiggerj]

oooooooooooooh I just got my star! I feel like an angel who just got her wings!

And I'm perfectly content with a yellow star.

Awwww....bavaria but you already were an angel before you got your yellow star!! :hug:

[Colorado Belle]

Agreed! But somehow I don't think Viking was.:laughing:

Ok...I think I have everything up in the 'packing room' (It's at 9034 feet).
If anyone has something that I said I would bring for them...please remind me again. Altitude effects short term memory! (so does margaritas):help:

[KNWVIKING]

CB, you do realize that Florida is at sea level, right ? Which means you will need to consume twice as many Margaritas to get the same fuzzy focus. All the extra oxygen in the brain cells tends to act like a fuzz barrier.

[jiggerj]

ooohhhmy! :) This is going to be VERY interesting...Colorado Belle AND THE Viking...in the same place, at the same time, in person.... with margaritas! :D oh, boy ...this is gonna be good! ;)

[Colorado Belle]

Wait a skinny minute here....
I have only been banned ONCE.
I am not nearly the trouble maker that Vikiking is.
And I have no horns, but instead angelic wings!

Tis true that we can get a buzz on easier at high altitude....but I recently tried to do a drink around the world, and only made 3 countries before I buzzed out.

Over on the nothing thread, they decided that I needed a 'Crap Pass' because of my soapopery life recently. A crap pass is like a fast pass, but it works all day!!!
They are also talking EMMY, but I haven't gotten my hopes up yet...who knows if they really have any sway with the powers that be.:hypnotict

[withdisneyspirit]

I will ride it with you!!!!!! My DH and I rode it during our February trip and it was AWESOME! I cannot wait to ride it again. When is the EE meet???????

Have y'all scheduled an EE meet?! Sounds like Pocahantas wants to join in with you! I won't get to try out EE until July, but I love hearing about it :D

[doombuggy]

In case any of you coming in the next few days need a weather check:

http://www.local6.com/weather/index.html

http://www.weather.com/weather/local/32811?lswe=32811&lwsa=WeatherLocalUndeclared&from=whatwhere

http://www.wesh.com/weather/index.html

[jiggerj]

In case any of you coming in the next few days need a weather check:

http://www.local6.com/weather/index.html

http://www.weather.com/weather/local/32811?lswe=32811&lwsa=WeatherLocalUndeclared&from=whatwhere

http://www.wesh.com/weather/index.html

ooooh Im getting excited....wait a minute..getting? I AM excited! :) Looks like its going to be very nice weather!! :thumbsup: Thanks doom for the links! :)

[Muushka]

Yes, we are getting pretty excited too! Thank you for posting those great links to that fabulous weather forecast!

Oh, and jiggerj, I just attached a certain something to my fanny pack! Thanks again and see you all soon. Barb

[Colorado Belle]

Here I am in sunny Tampa, just a few short hours from leaving for the world.
Using my friend's computer to check in. Heard a few of you were off getting in trouble over school games (a ball game?) and school tests (you flunked one ) and so I am glad I was here, having a ball with my friends and drinking way too much wine. (but not driving)

I get to drive to the World. My friend has a convertible so we put the top down and let our hair blow and just have a blast from the past.

Going to go out hunting for a bathing suit this afternoon. Wish me luck~

Only a few days til Boardwalk Babes meet up for some serious fun!

[jiggerj]

:woohoo: Drum roll please!!!:woohoo:


The Grand Gathering is almost here! Just wanted to have a final list of "who's who" that will be attending the party on May 1st!-

PARTY LIST-16 total

idratherbeinwdw
Colorado Belle
matysgranma
the Viking
the vikings wife
simbasmom
simbasmoms dh
doombuggy
jdvm
Muushka
muushkas dh
jiggerj
jiggerjs dh
jiggerjs dd
jiggerj dds friend
jiggerj's ds

MouseOwners from New York, Jersey, Texas, Florida, Illinois, Colorado, Carolinas and Ct will finally be able to meet for the first time- :handshake

Wishing all a safe trip and cant wait to meet you all on Monday night- 6pm at the BellVue Lounge at the Boardwalk- Then off to have a few pre-event margaritas :margarita before the International dinner in Epcot!

:bouncingm :bouncingm :bouncingm :bouncingm

[idratherbeinwdw]

Looking forward to meeting everyone!! BTW the forecast, which initially said some thunderstorms has changed. No rain expected on Monday! Wow I can't believe it's finally almost here!:bluebloun :margarita :margarita :margarita :margarita :margarita

[jiggerj]

MAGICAL UPDATE!

What a night! :dust:
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/mouseownerssign.jpg

CB,Pam and Mar came over to my Villa a little early to get the margaritas blended, limes cut, fresh fruit on trays. CB made this fantastic dip for natchos and some fresh guacamole. CB has a secret ingredient for her margaritas and oh, boy ...let me tell you...this might be the real Disneys best kept secret!

Matysgranma had the most wonderful t-shirts made for the Boardwalk Babes...(((hugs))) Pam! So we slipped them on and off Pam, Mar and myself went to meet all the Mouseowners. CB stayed at my Villa blending away and preparing all the goodies. CB is an excellent cook by the way!
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/boardwalkbabespose.jpg

So we get into the BellVue expecting maybe some fella with horns :viking: , but we were pleasantly surprised to be greeted by the most awsome group of Mouseowners!

Simbasmom, Simbasmom dh, Muushka and her dh, jdvm, The Viking and his dw were all together chatting away-

Not sure as who is who, we did a quick introduction around with lots of laughs- Then headed to my Villa - I was not going to complain about the notoriously long Boardwalk hallways as when you opened the door to my Villa, the view just took your breath away- We had rooms 5015/5017.

CB got busy filling everyones glasses and we all headed out to the balcony with jokes of how we will all ever fit out there!

Doombuggy was caught in traffic so she met us at my Villa- I had a MouseOwners sign on the door and she jumped right in to meet everyone

Mar took lots of pics with the view/villa and we all had alot of fun chit-chatting- and checking out the 2 bedroom Villa. Muushkas dh played with my ds with his light saber from his Jedi Training :thumbsup: John and my dh chatted about moving down to Celebration.
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/gatheringbalcony.jpg

Around 7 pm we thought it would be a good time to head over to the Odyssey for the International Dinner-

On our way over our group decided to stop and see if Mar was over at the OK show- you guessed it! We found her! So we all snuck up behind her to surprise her-

Good thing we had THE Viking with us as I had the wrong building for the dinner!! So I guess that Vikings really can navigate :)

We all finally made it to the Odyssey and were seated- Personally I wasn't crazy for the food but the company more than made up for it .http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/ggmenufront.jpghttp://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/ggmenuopen.jpg The DJ played some fun tunes but I couldnt get my dd up to dance so matysgranma and I got up and rocked out on the dance floor!

After dinner we were led over to our viewing area for the dessert reception- YUM!!! The view for Illuminations was wonderful- right next to gateway gifts.

It was really a great experience not just the dinner event but to meet a fantastic group of Mouseowners- Everyone super friendly and outgoing- We definately were a happy group- We all parted at the end of the evening with hugs and handshakes- It really was a magical evening that has made a magical memory-

Looking forward to hearing from all the Mouseowners that attended to add their thoughts too!

CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE!!!!!!!!!! :grouphug:

[Rozzie]

what a great picture!!! So sorry I missed it!! *green with envy!*

Can everyone identify themselves in the picture for the incredibly nosy (such as Rozzie! LOL)

[matysgranma]

Oh, jiggerj, we DID have so much fun!! Thanks for all your planning and the use of your villa (with the SPECTACULAR view)! I can't wait for the next one!

Rozzie, I (Pam) am part of the infamous Boardwalk Babes. I'm the one with short blonde hair!

Thanks again, everyone, for a great time!

[idratherbeinwdw]

what a great picture!!! So sorry I missed it!! *green with envy!*

Can everyone identify themselves in the picture for the incredibly nosy (such as Rozzie! LOL)

I am not sure if everyone wants to be identified in cyberspace, so I won't speak for anyone else. But I don't mind telling you I am second from the right in the BW Babes shot and standing all the way on the right in the group shot.

What a great party, what great people! Thanks again for opening up your villa to us JiggerJ/Laura! Here is another group shot, this one I am not in as I took the picture. :bowdown: :howudoin:
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a221/idratherbeinwdw/IMG_1030.jpg

[bavaria]

Too funny - I 'know' CB, Mar, and JiggerJ from photos, so figured out Pam right away. I am currently looking for horns in those photos to identify a Viking - I think that I have Simba's Mom and Dad figured out - this is like a logic puzzle.

What a great view - glad that the location of your villa was perfect for the gathering! I hope that you all had magical vacations and look forward to attending a GG in future!

[Rozzie]

cool! I picked Mar' out, but just curious on the other's, everyone looks great and is so photogenic, love the BW Babe picture---CLASSIC!!:bowdown:

sounds and looks like a fantastic party----can't wait for Dec 07!!! :woohoo:

[athenna]

Wow, great pics! Thanks so much for sharing! Wish I could've been there!
Can't wait for 12/07!

[jiggerj]

I am not sure if everyone wants to be identified in cyberspace, so I won't speak for anyone else. But I don't mind telling you I am second from the right in the BW Babes shot and standing all the way on the right in the group shot.

What a great party, what great people! Thanks again for opening up your villa to us JiggerJ/Laura! Here is another group shot, this one I am not in as I took the picture. :bowdown: :howudoin:
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a221/idratherbeinwdw/IMG_1030.jpg

I wasnt too sure about that either Mar so I left it to everyones imagination...:) Unless they want to identify themselves- I know that I told everyone BEWARE...I will be posting pics!! LOL!!!

Great photo mar!!!!!!!!!!- I am the goofy blond next to CB on the right- My dd is sitting in the chair in the front and her best bud next to her and CB.

Your very welcome!!!! It was my pleasure to have all at my Villa- I certainly enjoyed meeting everyone! :)

[Simba's Mom]

Hi, we're back now too! It was such a great time last Monday-we've got to do a GG again, what a wonderful time. In the group shot, I'm the very first one, with my BCV white shirt. As so often happens, DH isn't standing next to me, but at least there's just one person between us. Wait til I show him the picture of the Boardwalk Babes-he fancies himself quite an amatuer photographer, yet he did a good job with the BBs (but then, he had quite a photogenic group to work with).
For anyone wondering about the Illuminations GG, the view of Illuminations was the best we've ever had. And we've done the Illuminations cruise, the AP preferred viewing area by R&C, many places. The food was OK-I loved the German spaetzle with the gravy. I just wish I'd brought a big ziploc bag for all the yummy left over desserts!

[bavaria]

I thought that was you, Simba's Mom, but your DH was trying to confuse the matter by not standing next to you! I swear we've met before - you look very familiar. (Of course, it could just be all those trips we take to WDW, who knows??)

[Colorado Belle]

HOW FUN to relive Monday night by coming here and seeing all the photos and comments!

I absolutely loved every minute of our first GG!!!!!
I agree that the dinner food wasn't the best....but the company did indeed make up for it (as did the desserts! and view of Illuminations.)

And Laura is sooooo right...the view from her balcony was amazing...it was PERFECT! And the balcony itself was HUGE! My vote is: lets have another, on the very same balcony, and instead of going to dinner, just eat appetizers and drink margaritas until it is time to head for our dessert and Illuminations.

Thanks to Laura and Dave for 'lending' us the use of their lovely Boardwalk Villa.
It was such a pleasure to finally meet everyone.
I love seeing all the photos and promise to get mine downloaded or uploaded soon. (I'm getting Laura to help me!).

Thanks John, for replenishing the supply of tecquila....I can tell we have many more Margaritas to go and now we have the 'ways and means' to do it.

Sorry all, about that webcam that never showed. But hey...I have video!!!!!
Sorry but the Secret is Out about the Viking....I have the photo to prove it too. (Stay tuned for details )


I LOVELOVELOVE my grand gatherings button, Laura...thank you for making them.
I LOVELOVELOVE my Boardwalk Babes tee-shirt, Pam...thank you for making them.
And now it is time to go back to the real world with fond memories and new best friends!

[jdvm]

Colorado Belle and Jiggerj,

Now that you're back, let me say thanks again for a fantastic evening. You were great organizers and hosts. The margaritas were superb.....grand marnier floater.....now that's serious!! Thanks for letting me join you and making me feel so welcome. And thanks to all of the other Mouseowners at your gathering....what a great group of really nice people.

I'm on a bit of a mission to convince other folks not to be shy and join in the postings and venture out to meet other Mouseowners. You all are great...thanks again!
John

[jiggerj]

Love this photo of the "official " first meeting at Luna Park pool. We have not all met together and I have never met mar before so this was really special- I was there early (anxious!:)) and was at the end of the Leaping Horse Libations pool bar- I recognized Mar right away and ran around when she got there- Lots of hugs!!! CB and Pam werent too far behind- More hugs all around!! We were able to have a nice toast together and the bartender must have thought we were all nuts! LOL !

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/boardwalkbabesatthepool.jpg

[Muushka]

Laura, your son is a cutie pie. My husband enjoyed playing with him (esp with a light saber. Right up his alley). We don't have children of our own, because we are children!

You sure did get the room with the view! It was so nice of you to share it with all of us.

So, when is the next meet???

We will there in December.:howudoin:

[KNWVIKING]

Just taking a minute before heading to work ( gotta get back to pillaging & plunderng to pay the bills ) say "Thank You" to Laura for organizing & hosting our GG. You did a great job. More banter later.

[jiggerj]

Awwww...Your Welcome guys! I had a fantastic time myself! Really cool to meet everyone...I have to tell you that I was just a little "intimidated" to meet THE Viking in person :scary: But I can say that...










well....













hes a nice guy!!! :)


but I never knew that Vikings could dance!!:fresh:

[jiggerj]

More Photos!!!!!
matysgranma took alot of these and some I took-
Hope everyone enjoys the photos as much as I enjoyed the Grand Gathering- :)

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/pam2.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/pam4johnvik.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/pamjohnviking2.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/cbvikingpam.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/cbbabesshirt.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/pam3babes.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/pamcasyejessgg.jpg
http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a390/jiggerj/pamgggroup.jpg

[PoohsPal]

OK, now I'm really joealous. Thanks for rubbing it in. I mean, thanks for sharing your pics with us! ;)

Glad you all had such a great time!

[athenna]

Thanks for sharing those great pics!:cheerlead

[Colorado Belle]

Hey Viking, is this plundering or pillaging?

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i66/boardwalkbabe/vikingcandance.jpg

Enquiring minds gotta know!

[KNWVIKING]

Hey Viking, is this plundering or pillaging?

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i66/boardwalkbabe/vikingcandance.jpg

Enquiring minds gotta know!

Pillaging was her maiden name. Plundering is what she did to me.

[Colorado Belle]

:viking: :ROTFL: :ROTFL:
(I posted this pic in my trip report thread too....tell Mrs. Plunderer hi)

[Colorado Belle]

Ok...this is a bit dorkey, but my camera does photo and short video clips (and sometimes does one when I meant for it to do the other) So here is our group (minus moi) giving a wave to everyone here to let you know we were thinking of you!

http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i66/boardwalkbabe/th_GGershamituponvideo037.jpg (http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i66/boardwalkbabe/?action=view&current=GGershamituponvideo037.flv)

oh duh....you have to click on the photo and then you get linked to photobucket and you click on the photo there and voila...video. Try it!

[RweTHEREyet]

A picture's worth a thousand words, so they say, and it looks like a wonderful time was had by all. I am so jealous that you have all met and now have a connection and you can put a face with a screenname. I am really glad that guys had fun together and that everyone turned out to be so nice. I would have loved to have been there, but I am not so sure I could have kept up with you all.

[Iamdaisyduck]

You guys looked like you had a blast! Great pictures!!

[SSRscratchBVC]

Thanks!

Hopefully I can convince my group to do this!

Scratch
:margarita

[jiggerj]

Thanks!

Hopefully I can convince my group to do this!

Scratch
:margarita
Hey Scratch!! I thought you looked familiar!!!! ;) Just send them over here to MouseOwners to check out this thread and it wont be hard to convince 'em! :)

Good to see you- and if you have any ?'s ask away! :)

[SSRscratchBVC]

Thanks Laura!

With help from your pics, etc...........

Our group is going ahead with it!

We are also doing the Safari Dinner that weekend!

It's gonna be a fun Labour Day Weekend!

:dancingba :dancingba

Thanks Again!

Scratch
:margarita

[jiggerj]

Thanks Laura!

With help from your pics, etc...........

Our group is going ahead with it!

We are also doing the Safari Dinner that weekend!

It's gonna be a fun Labour Day Weekend!

:dancingba :dancingba

Thanks Again!

Scratch
:margarita

Your Welcome Scratch!

Let us know how the Safari Dinner goes- I am very interested in that too! :)

[Plutofan2]

The Safari dinner grand gathering event was excellent. It is nice to do the extended safari ride and learn more about the animals then on the normal ride. Also the food was good.

[soozaay]

OH, I am SOOOOO there in December 2007!!! :dancingba Even if I have to beg, borrow & steal (ok, maybe not steal :cool: ) points to do so!!!! I felt like I was there! Thanks for sharing stories/photos of the gathering! Margaritas with a Grand Marnier floater and at WDW?!?! I'M IN HEAVEN!!!! :woohoo:

[jdvm]

Colorado Belle will be modest about her margaritas but let me tell you they're dynamite......and the big smile on her face when she whips them up makes them even better!
john

[Simba's Mom]

Margaritas and the Safari Dinner in December 2007? If so, as soon as you set a date, let me know. I too will try to beg, steal, do (almost) anything to go!

[idratherbeinwdw]

OH, I am SOOOOO there in December 2007!!! :dancingba Even if I have to beg, borrow & steal (ok, maybe not steal :cool: ) points to do so!!!! I felt like I was there! Thanks for sharing stories/photos of the gathering! Margaritas with a Grand Marnier floater and at WDW?!?! I'M IN HEAVEN!!!! :woohoo:

Yay! Let me know if I should add you to the definite or the maybe list on this thread:
http://www.mouseowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1648

[jiggerj]

The Safari dinner grand gathering event was excellent. It is nice to do the extended safari ride and learn more about the animals then on the normal ride. Also the food was good.

Yes, Yes! Safari Dinner! I would sooooo like to do this!

I have had such fun today re-reading all the fun posts, pics and memories of the GG.

Sniff, sniff :boohoohoo ...I think I need a tissue! ;)

BUT...CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE! :clappingh

[athenna]

Yes, Yes! Safari Dinner! I would sooooo like to do this!

I have had such fun today re-reading all the fun posts, pics and memories of the GG.

Sniff, sniff :boohoohoo ...I think I need a tissue! ;)

BUT...CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE! :clappingh


Oooohhh, Safari Dinner sounds awesome:thumbsup:

[Colorado Belle]

Is this the Grand Gathering thread that never ends?

S'ok by me...we can just continue our Grand Gathering in cyber fashion until we can all meet up in the World...Hopefully a few times BEFORE Dec, 07 which seems a frightfully long way away at the mo!

[jiggerj]

Is this the Grand Gathering thread that never ends?


IT WILL NEVER END!! (insert insanely wild evil laugh here)

But...but..but... I dont want it to EVER end...I had such a good time! ::)

[Colorado Belle]

I awoke hankering for a Safari Dinner!
So I came here to see if anyone had posted specifics....like is the meal at Jiko or Boma? or at AK? And when and how do we board the safari?

Enquiring minds want to know!