Illuminations Group Viewing

[matysgranma]

UPDATE AS OF NOVEMBER 6:
WELL, EVERYTHING IS FINALIZED. HERE'S SOME ADDED INFO YOU NEED TO KNOW:
1. PLEASE ARRIVE AT 8:20 BY UNITED KINGDOM'S "FISH AND CHIPS". LET THE GUIDE KNOW YOU ARE WITH THE "CHRISTMAS WITH THE GANG" GROUP (OR IF YOU FORGET, JUST LET THEM KNOW YOU'RE WITH MOUSEOWNERS).
2. THE DESSERT BUFFET IS FROM 8:45 TO 9:45, WITH ILLUMINATIONS BEGINNING AT 9:30. ALL REMAINING DESSERTS WILL BE OURS TO KEEP (JUST REMEMBER TO BRING A BAGGIE IF YOU WANT TO BRING ANY HOME).
3. THERE IS ENOUGH SEATING FOR 25-30 PEOPLE. SO IF YOU REALLY WANT A SEAT, MAKE SURE YOU ARRIVE EARLY.
4. IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, THE DESSERT PORTION OF THE EVENT WILL BE MOVED INDOORS (QUITE POSSIBLY NORWAY, 3RD FLOOR, PRIVATE LOCATION). THEN WE WILL MOVE TO THE OUTDOOR VIEWING AREA SINCE ILLUMINATIONS GOES ON RAIN OR SHINE. THEY WILL PROVIDE US WITH RAIN PONCHOS, IF NEEDED. I WILL BE NOTIFIED ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1ST, BETWEEN 5-6 O'CLOCK THAT EVENING IF THEY DECIDE TO HOLD THIS EVENT INDOORS BECAUSE OF AT LEAST A 50% CHANCE OF FORECASTED RAIN.
PLEASE PM ME WITH YOUR CELLPHONE NUMBERS IN CASE I NEED TO NOTIFY EVERYONE OF THE INDOOR LOCATION. I WILL ARRANGE A TELEPHONE TREE SO EVERYONE WILL BE NOTIFIED IF NECESSARY. ALSO, THERE WILL BE SOMEONE STATIONED AT UK'S FISH AND CHIPS TO PASS ALONG THE INFO. IF POSSIBLE, THOUGH, I WOULD LIKE TO ELIMINATE UNNECESSARY WALKING.
I WILL BE SENDING OUT WRISTBANDS TO EVERYONE AS SOON AS THEY ARRIVE (THEY'RE BEING SENT OUT TODAY). IF YOU PREFER NOT TO HAVE THEM SENT TO YOU, I CAN LEAVE THEM AT THE FRONT DESK AT BWV FOR PICK UP. AGAIN, PM ME WITH YOUR DECISION.
ALSO, IF ANYONE HAS ANY DIETARY NEEDS TO BE MET, LET ME KNOW. DISNEY WORKS WONDERS WITH THESE.

SO AGAIN, OLD WORLD COUNTRY MINIATURE DESSERTS, COFFEE, TEA, HOT CHOCOLATE AND FRUIT PUNCH WILL BE SERVED. SORRY, NO MILK (I ASKED).
IF ANYONE HAS ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP.
LOOKING FORWARD TO ONE GREAT TIME WITH ONE GREAT GROUP OF PEOPLE!!!
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UPDATE AS OF JULY 11----ALL SLOTS NOW FILLED. WILL BE ACCEPTING NAMES FOR A WAITLIST. PLEASE PM ME IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN WAITLISTING.
So who's up for the opportunity to view the spectacular Illuminations with a spectacular group of folks? So, first and foremost, everyone is welcome to join the crowd over at Off Kilter:kilt for their 7:30 show. After,we'll meet at 8:30 pm at our United Kingdom location (greeter will be there handing out wristbands, making sure NO ONE crashes our party, and will lead us to our fabulous viewing location) on Monday, Dec.3 and then for those who want to continue the party, we'll head on over to Jellyrolls!!!:howudoin: :jumpingbe :howudoin:
ADDED INFO SEE POST 145 FOR THE LATEST INFO

I'll start the attendants' list now and update daily:
as of 7/20
matysgranma, dh, dd & MATY (PAID)
jiggerj + 2 dd's + Cooper (yay!) PAID
idratherbinwdw + dd (PAID)
simbasmom PAID
mickeydvcfan (PAID)
athenna + 1 PAID
Rozzie + hot date! PAID
kathyseb and DH PAID
skelster family (3 + 1 year old)PAID
stimpy party of 2 (PAID)
lisa PAID
viking party of 2 (PAID)
Et and Al (PAID )
zulaya family of 4 (PAID )
erikethewise family of 4 PAID
rdb92191 party of 2 (PAID)
JACStangler party of 2 (PAID)
apurplebrat party of 2 (PAID)

WAITLIST
frozenfingers + 1

[jiggerj]

Count us in for sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As you know Pam I just love, love, LOVE Illuminations! I will supply the kleenex here too! :crymeariv: :ROTFL: Not too sure about location :headscrat: I will just follow you guys! ;)

[matysgranma]

Count us in for sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! As you know Pam I just love, love, LOVE Illuminations! I will supply the kleenex here too! :crymeariv: :ROTFL: Not too sure about location :headscrat: I will just follow you guys! ;)
I know, Laura, just can't wait! The jiggerj family is in!

[CptJacksPrincess]

Hi,

Count Mom & I in!!

[matysgranma]

Hi,

Count Mom & I in!!
Great! Is there a certain night or location that you'd prefer?

[mickeyndvcfan]

I'm in too. How about the bridge at the IG. I know that they park the boats there when you take the Illuminations Cruise.

[Simba's Mom]

Add one more person. I wouldn't miss it!

[idratherbeinwdw]

I'm in Pam! There's an area where you can walk down and get really close by the bridge near IG--is that what you mean mickeydvc? (not the area by the UK, it's further down by the IG). I think that's perfect, but we'd have to stake it out fairly early.

[CptJacksPrincess]

Hi,

we will follow the group! Not sure of a night. It's a little early!

[mickeyndvcfan]

I'm in Pam! There's an area where you can walk down and get really close by the bridge near IG--is that what you mean mickeydvc? (not the area by the UK, it's further down by the IG). I think that's perfect, but we'd have to stake it out fairly early.


That's it Mar

[Colorado Belle]

Since Kathyseb is busy tending to hospitalized hubby today, I won't volunteer her location BUT....their secret spot for viewing Illuminations is stellar. And, it can hold a lot of people. And it is perfect for photos/videos etc.

While this 'meet' could certainly be a stand alone meet, it could also be combined with, say, a 10:00 meet at Jellyrolls. (Since there are only a few nights and a lot of night activities, we might have to consider 'staging' times so that we can fit everything in!!

[matysgranma]

I'm in Pam! There's an area where you can walk down and get really close by the bridge near IG--is that what you mean mickeydvc? (not the area by the UK, it's further down by the IG). I think that's perfect, but we'd have to stake it out fairly early.
This sounds like a great place to meet. What does everyone think? So, do we already have a location selected? Geez, this isn't so bad!!!!!

[matysgranma]

Since Kathyseb is busy tending to hospitalized hubby today, I won't volunteer her location BUT....their secret spot for viewing Illuminations is stellar. And, it can hold a lot of people. And it is perfect for photos/videos etc.

While this 'meet' could certainly be a stand alone meet, it could also be combined with, say, a 10:00 meet at Jellyrolls. (Since there are only a few nights and a lot of night activities, we might have to consider 'staging' times so that we can fit everything in!!
Yeah, you're right about combing with Jellyrolls. Once Kathyseb settles down with hubby Ron, I'll ask her about the location. She just might want to keep that one a secret!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Yeah, you're right about combing with Jellyrolls. Once Kathyseb settles down with hubby Ron, I'll ask her about the location. She just might want to keep that one a secret!

Yep, agreed the Jellyrolls/Illumination pairing is a great idea. If you haven't already seen her post, Rozzie suggested pairing the TOT Photo op with Osbourne lights. She and I will coordinate that (as she's working on TOT and I'm the Osbourne lady).

The more efficiently we can do this the better! :) Hey maybe we can do a triple: We can watch the 730 off kilter show, which ends at 8. Then we can stake out our spot for Illuminations and chat until 9PM. Then we watch the show and afterwards off to Jelly's!

[jdvm]

so, where's the rum?
j

[idratherbeinwdw]

so, where's the rum?
j

Join us at Jellyroll's John, lotsa rum there! Or do the monorail drink a thon! :woohoo:

[kathyseb]

If I was not so exhausted, I could tell you where we watch them from, but that is not going to happen tonight.

CB feel free to spill the beans.

Ron did not get to come home, in fact, will more than likely be headed down for a CAT scan in the morning to see what the heck is going on inside of him.

And I have to teach a class tomorrow. So will head to the hospital in the AM, run to the office to teach from 12-3 and then head back.

I could complain, but my boss did find someone else to deliver my three sessions of training in Indianapolis Weds-Fri of this week.

I know, I know:violinist :violinist :violinist

[matysgranma]

If I was not so exhausted, I could tell you where we watch them from, but that is not going to happen tonight.

CB feel free to spill the beans.

Ron did not get to come home, in fact, will more than likely be headed down for a CAT scan in the morning to see what the heck is going on inside of him.

And I have to teach a class tomorrow. So will head to the hospital in the AM, run to the office to teach from 12-3 and then head back.

I could complain, but my boss did find someone else to deliver my three sessions of training in Indianapolis Weds-Fri of this week.

I know, I know:violinist :violinist :violinist
Oh gosh, Kathy, and I thought (or maybe was hoping) that all was working out okay. Please keep us posted on Ron's condition. We're all praying for him!

[Rozzie]

The more efficiently we can do this the better! :) Hey maybe we can do a triple: We can watch the 730 off kilter show, which ends at 8. Then we can stake out our spot for Illuminations and chat until 9PM. Then we watch the show and afterwards off to Jelly's!


Love this idea Mar!! You get a big group of overplanners together, and magic happens!



Keep us updated on Ron, Kathy. I can't imagine all you are dealing with. Keeping him in our prayers. <<big hug>>

[Ghost]

I can't be there I guess, but please think about me when watching it as I love Illuminations... So I guess I can be there in all of your thoughts (does that count?)

[athenna]

Sorry it has taken me so long to chime in...Our website is the only one I can't seem to use from work.:boohoohoo


I would love Illuminations followed by Jellyrolls!!!!!
Woo hoo!!!!!!


Athenna party of 2!
:thumbsup:

[matysgranma]

I can't be there I guess, but please think about me when watching it as I love Illuminations... So I guess I can be there in all of your thoughts (does that count?)
Oh, it's too bad that you won't be able to join us, but, Ghost, we know you'll be there in SPIRIT! (Was it really that bad a joke?)

Sorry it has taken me so long to chime in...Our website is the only one I can't seem to use from work.:boohoohoo


I would love Illuminations followed by Jellyrolls!!!!!
Woo hoo!!!!!!

Athenna party of 2!
:thumbsup:
Yeah, Athenna!:clappingh :clappingh What a group!

[Ghost]

Oh, it's too bad that you won't be able to join us, but, Ghost, we know you'll be there in SPIRIT! (Was it really that bad a joke?)

Thank you..., I feel loved :angel: :loveisint

Oh and the spirit joke did put a smile on my face

[Rozzie]

I don't know if in my prior post I made it official, but of course Rozzie wants to do this!! I know soozaay does too, she is just busy girl right now and can't come plan with us.

Rozzie, party of 2.

*as she makes a mental note to pack her singing voice!* :D

[matysgranma]

I don't know if in my prior post I made it official, but of course Rozzie wants to do this!! I know soozaay does too, she is just busy girl right now and can't come plan with us.

Rozzie, party of 2.

*as she makes a mental note to pack her singing voice!* :D
Rozzie, do you know how many in soozaay's party. I'll post her as a definite, then update when I know how many in her party!

[Colorado Belle]

OK...Kathy said to spill the beans about her and Ron's secret viewing place, so I will. Kinda.

It's on the water side of one of the merchandise buildings...in what in busier times and olden days was the most crowded place. But now it seems that people don't go there as much...even tho it gives the best view of all. Kathy and Ron got there about 40 minutes before to stake out a place. I came running over about 5 minutes before and there was still a lot of room to walk and look for them. Luckily Ron saw me in the dark (I am night blind) and we had a perfect viewpoint.

I'm sure that Kathy and Ron would be able to explain it better...but I've watched Illuminations from most every vantage point and this is by far the best.

And after the fireworks, we just sat and talked to let the park empty...and then slowly strolled back home to the BW in the quiet.

[Rozzie]

Rozzie, do you know how many in soozaay's party. I'll post her as a definite, then update when I know how many in her party!

Soozaay is traveling solo!! Yeah Soozaay!! She and I are sharing a studio. :)

[matysgranma]

Soozaay is traveling solo!! Yeah Soozaay!! She and I are sharing a studio. :)
Thanks Rozzie, for the soozzay update!

[matysgranma]

Thought I'd bump this to see if there were any newbie's interested in joining the gang to watch Illuminations. As the date gets closer, I'll get a better description of the location from Kathyseb. And then for those of us who just like to keep the party going:woohoo: :woohoo: , we'll all head on over to Jellyrolls!
Gosh, sure does sound like a party to me!!!:goodvibes :goodvibes

[Rozzie]

Pam, it'll be (pressed thumbs) Rozzie Party of 2 after all. A hot date I will have. :sunny: Can't wait!! :thumbsup:

[kathyseb]

Just noticed we are not on the list, but did not see a date.

Add party of TWO for us please.
:beaniepro

[idratherbeinwdw]

So who's up for the opportunity to view the spectacular Illuminations with a spectacular group of folks?
We'll meet at a desigated location on Monday, Dec.3 and then for those who want to continue the party, we'll head on over to Jellyrolls!!! :jumpingbe

Don't forget, for those interested we start out at Canada prior to Illuminations watching Off Kilter 7:30-8:00!! :rockband:

[athenna]

Don't forget, for those interested we start out at Canada prior to Illuminations watching Off Kilter 7:30-8:00!! :rockband:


woo-hoo
Can't wait!!!

Mar-I thoguth of your a lot, I just saw them 6 or 7 times this week!:woohoo:

[idratherbeinwdw]

woo-hoo
Can't wait!!!

Mar-I thoguth of your a lot, I just saw them 6 or 7 times this week!:woohoo:

OOOOO I am Jealous! I hope they were in fine form. Can hardly wait to enjoy the band with you and the other Mouseowners!!! I've never seen them with more than 2 people, should be really fun to rock out with everyone from here who's attending. :kickingco

[matysgranma]

Just noticed we are not on the list, but did not see a date.

Add party of TWO for us please.
:beaniepro
Hey Kathy, just added you and Ron. We'll be meeting Monday, Dec. 3rd. For those interested (and I can't imagine anyone NOT being interested, we'll first meet up with idratherbeinwdw (Mar) in Canada to watch Off Kilter, then off to gather for the Illuminations viewing, then for those who still have some party in them, on to Jellyrolls!!

[matysgranma]

Pam, it'll be (pressed thumbs) Rozzie Party of 2 after all. A hot date I will have. :sunny: Can't wait!! :thumbsup:
A hot date and all, you lucky dog, you! You are now officially a party of 2.

[skelster]

I hope our little ones will have enough juice in their batteries to stay up this late; if so we will be there for it.

[matysgranma]

Great Brian!!! Just added you and family!!!:bluebloun :bluebloun

[matysgranma]

just bumping for the newbies on the site!
One question to all viewers.....do you think it might be worth our while to do a Grand Gathering (just the dessert thing) as opposed to trying to hold down the fort for 20-30 people.
Let me know what your thoughts are re: this and then I'll look into it!

[idratherbeinwdw]

just bumping for the newbies on the site!
One question to all viewers.....do you think it might be worth our while to do a Grand Gathering (just the dessert thing) as opposed to trying to hold down the fort for 20-30 people.
Let me know what your thoughts are re: this and then I'll look into it!

Hmm mixed feelings. I would hate to force people to spend more money. I myself would be up for it, but I would feel badly if some folks that wanted to go were put off by the cost. BTW I never knew you could do the dessert alone as a Grand Gathering.

I think it might be a better idea to just tell everyone to get there as early as possible so we don't have to hold places for a large group. If there are a few stragglers we should be able to fit them in.

Just MHO, I'm fine with doing what the majority want to do. :blueflowe

[Rozzie]

I would be willing to spend the moolaaa for a GG party. Always wanted to do one, but like Mar, I am willing to do what everyone else wants. :)

[athenna]

:iagree:

[matysgranma]

Well, I'll keep the lines of communication open between all of us, then as the time gets closer, we just might have to take a vote.
Really, I'm all for all of us getting there early, spending time talking until the fireworks, then viewing them as a group.
I do know, though, that the GG is a ver nice location and it's kinda nice to have a place all to yourself.
Let's keep getting more input into this and we'll see what happens.

[kathyseb]

Pam,
Have you decided on a viewing area yet?

If we go where Ron and I watch them, I don't think there would be a problem with us not being able to be near one another..

But Ron and I would be willing to do the GG.

Kathy

[mickeyndvcfan]

I would be willing to spend the moolaaa for a GG party. Always wanted to do one, but like Mar, I am willing to do what everyone else wants. :)


What she said. :iagree:

[matysgranma]

Pam,
Have you decided on a viewing area yet?

If we go where Ron and I watch them, I don't think there would be a problem with us not being able to be near one another..

But Ron and I would be willing to do the GG.

Kathy
Kathy, is "your" spot kinda behind the store that's dead center when you enter from Future World? (Then you can either go left to Mexico or right to Canada? If that's the spot, Tom and I tried to check it out in May and we couldn't even get close to it, it was so crowded.
Maybe I've got the wrong location, so please clue a clueless girl in, Kathy!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Kathy, is "your" spot kinda behind the store that's dead center when you enter from Future World? (Then you can either go left to Mexico or right to Canada? If that's the spot, Tom and I tried to check it out in May and we couldn't even get close to it, it was so crowded.
Maybe I've got the wrong location, so please clue a clueless girl in, Kathy!

I can answer this one--no that's not the spot. It's an area near the international gateway, off the bridge that leads to France. You walk down a huge staircase that has two levels, the lower level being right on the water. For some reason most people miss this spot. I go down there sometimes in the day to relax and get away from the crowds, most of the time I am the only one there.

[kathyseb]

Kathy, is "your" spot kinda behind the store that's dead center when you enter from Future World? (Then you can either go left to Mexico or right to Canada? If that's the spot, Tom and I tried to check it out in May and we couldn't even get close to it, it was so crowded.
Maybe I've got the wrong location, so please clue a clueless girl in, Kathy!


You were close, but not quite there. I think.
Or maybe you caught it on a crowded night.

We actually sit dead center between the two stores. So if it was Christmas, we would be directly behind the Christmas tree.

For the F & G show, that is where they had Donald holding the treasure map.

The cement is sloped downward towards the water. We normally sit right at the top row, right by the opening.

If we stand up and turn around we are staring straight at Spaceship Earth.

Since we are in the back row, we can stand and not bother anyone.
Prior to the fireworks and during the show, the sidewalk going from Future World into the area we are in is roped off.
When the fireworks are over, the rope is dropped and you can walk straight out.

The area I think you are talking about is crowded as there is very little room between the store and the water. But where we are is even with the store fronts. It is pretty much all cement between us and the water.

There is a viewing area that is a platform area (I think three or four steps up) in front of this area. If the fire marshall gives the thumbs up, people are allowed to sit up there, which opens the sloped area we are in open up even more.

Sorry, am not really good at calling things their rightful names.
CB, can you help me out here? You watched there with us after your Minnie Meet.

[idratherbeinwdw]

Well duh me! I thought we discussed this Kathy and you said it the place I described in my post. I must have dreamt that somehow--or misunderstood somehow.

Sorry about that.

[kathyseb]

Mar',

I know of the spot you are talking about as we have gone down there and taken pictures.

Sorry, have never watched Illuminations from there.

Normally we are smack dab in the middle of the two gift shops, on average, all but two nights of every single one of our trips.

We get there about an hour early and talk to the CM that are on Rope Patrol.

You know how we can become Creatures of Habit.
Well, this location is a habit of ours.

Only once have we had the smoke blow our way.

[Colorado Belle]

I think I've watched Illuminations from every spot around the showcase....
and I have to say that Kathy and Ron' s secret spot was the best:D .

Right up until a few minutes before Illuminations it isn't at all crowded, and then at the 'last call' announcement it got a little crowded BUT everyone in front of us sat down and so there was this lovely view. I was late and was just meandering along thinking, it is so dark I will never find K and R and then all of a sudden Ron spotted me. (My point is that I was in the area, yet walking without having to pick through people or feeling 'in a crowd'. I think you've described really well Kathy, but I think the area is overlooked for some reason...tho I have no idea why.

Anyhow, I think it would be a lovely spot to watch Illuminations. And just like I brought fish n chips...we could all bring a little 'dessert' or drinkie and have our own dessert party!

On the other hand, I did that dessert Illuminations with Pam and it was a wonderful location and the desserts and coffee service was grand! But this was included with a GG dinner
...I don't think you can get dessert alone without the dinner and frankly, the dinner kinda sucked. I remember something about a private dessert party being @$600 but I have no idea how many people that would be (if we had 40 people tho that might be a way to go.)

Pam, why not call GG and just see if there is anything they could do and what the minimums might be?

[matysgranma]

I'm going to make a call to GG and check out our options. I know I did the GG dessert only with Nono and Poohspal after their marathon. Guys, wasn't it around a $30 pricepoint? and of course, the desserts were delicious!!!
Kathy and CB, thanks for the location input. I will definitely check out that area when I'm there in September.
Mar, we all have those kinds of "dreams". Not to worry. Do you remember that you are getting a little older, and people allow us to have our own little "dreams" (HAHAHAHA!!!!). Just kidding, of course. When I grow up, I want to be just like you!!! Not kidding on that point!

[matysgranma]

Okay, everyone, after I let Stimpy know we were all set with Illuminations, I decided to dig a little deeper into this Illuminations dessert/viewing thing. Last week I pretty much got nowhere. Every contact I made kept telling me that this had to be a Magical Gatherings and they did not have just a dessert option. Well, today I FINALLY got in contact with someone who knew her stuff.
They'll get back to me with prices and menus, but what I can remember from January, 2007, there was a beautiful array of desserts, coffees, teas, etc. for a price of around $30 each and the view was spectacular (directly to the left of Rose & Crown, down the steps to a private area that would be all ours).
So my question to everyone once again, how many (numbers please) would be interested in shelling out some money for our own private viewing section and some great desserts? Once I get the menus, I'll let everyone know what's available and we can vote on selections.
But right now I need numbers......so let's update this attendee list!!!
Thanks guys!

[mickeyndvcfan]

Pam,,,,count me in. Sounds like a lot of fun.

[matysgranma]

Pam,,,,count me in. Sounds like a lot of fun.
Thanks, Gail. I'll keep everyone posted as to what info I receive. Good to know you're a GO!

[Stimpy]

I can't believe I forgot to sign up for this :crazy:

Party of 2 who would be willing to pay for the extras :)

[matysgranma]

I can't believe I forgot to sign up for this :crazy:

Party of 2 who would be willing to pay for the extras :)
Gotcha, Stimpy!! Party of 2!

[idratherbeinwdw]

I am not sure I want to pay $30 to watch Illuminations. I am a cheapskate with certain things. If know me or you've read my reports you know I am the "rarely eats out mostly cooks in the room" kinda gal. Besides the savings, I am not nuts about WDW food. I know I am not eating $30 worth of dessert, and I'm not really a big fan of desserts. Still, I'd hate to miss everyone. Decisions, decisions.....Let me think about it, put me on the Maybe list if we do the dessert thing.

[Rozzie]

I hear what you are saying Mar'. I am sure I won't eat $30 worth of dessert either. Well, let me re frame that, I am sure I will eat it, but don't need to, LOL. On the other hand, I have always wanted to do the private Illuminations viewing. I can't imagine a better group of people to experience this with.

So, really I could go either way. I will be excited to do the dessert party, and I will be excited just to experience Illuminations with a great group of friends for free.

I'll let everyone decide, I'm game for whatever is decided on. :tongue:

[jiggerj]

Yummm...dessert option.... count the jiggerj's in! :)

[athenna]

I really want to see Illuminations with all of you:hug: So I am officially thinking about this one...I'll let you know.:howudoin:

[matysgranma]

I am not sure I want to pay $30 to watch Illuminations. I am a cheapskate with certain things. If know me or you've read my reports you know I am the "rarely eats out mostly cooks in the room" kinda gal. Besides the savings, I am not nuts about WDW food. I know I am not eating $30 worth of dessert, and I'm not really a big fan of desserts. Still, I'd hate to miss everyone. Decisions, decisions.....Let me think about it, put me on the Maybe list if we do the dessert thing.
Yes, I do hear you, too, Mar. I guess the real advantage (other than really yummy desserts) is the GUARANTEE that we'll be able to hang together. I have seen how some people get real nasty when you're trying to hold a viewing spot open for someone who's not quite made it there yet.
Again, there might be a menu that can get us this great spot for less than $30. We'll just have to see what info I receive.
And believe me when I say I'm fine with either way.......grabbing a spot, or reserving a spot.
Keep your fingers crossed!!

[kathyseb]

Count Ron and I in. We have always wanted to do a private viewing.

[matysgranma]

Count Ron and I in. We have always wanted to do a private viewing.
Thanks, Kathy, I updated first post to show you and Ron are okay with the dessert option.

[Lisa]

I guess I didn't sign up for this! I was getting confused with all the Epcot events ...CP ...OK ...Ill ...JR.

Can I do all four things?? I've never done CP and would like to but I am a little clueless. Assuming I can (do CP too), count me in! Dessert or not! I don't care!

[matysgranma]

I guess I didn't sign up for this! I was getting confused with all the Epcot events ...CP ...OK ...Ill ...JR.

Can I do all four things?? I've never done CP and would like to but I am a little clueless. Assuming I can (do CP too), count me in! Dessert or not! I don't care!
Lisa, how many in your party? And yes, I think we've tried to link as many of the Epcot/Jellyrolls event together as best we could.
I've added you to this list. YYYYAAAAYYYY!!!!

[matysgranma]

Yummm...dessert option.... count the jiggerj's in! :)
Laura, are we talkin' 5 jiggers?

[Lisa]

Lisa, how many in your party? And yes, I think we've tried to link as many of the Epcot/Jellyrolls event together as best we could.
I've added you to this list. YYYYAAAAYYYY!!!!

It's just me! :dog:

[matysgranma]

It's just me! :dog:
It's NEVER "just you" when you're hanging with the MO group!!! Glad you're coming!

[CptJacksPrincess]

Hi,

I'm thinking about this too. Love dessert option. What night again??

[matysgranma]

Hi,

I'm thinking about this too. Love dessert option. What night again??
Monday, Dec. 3rd. Love to have you CJP!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Well OK, my arm is twisted--- count me in! I wouldn't want to be the one holding up the fun, and I sure don't want to miss the fun either. :) Party of one for this event, my dd will be with her friend's family at WDW that night.

[jiggerj]

Laura, are we talkin' 5 jiggers?

Thinking this one might be a good Mom/DD's night - So put us down for 3 jiggers! :)

So this wouldnt be in the same area that we did the Illuminations GG dinner in then?? I agree with CB that the food at the dinner was YUCKY but the dessert with the viewing of Illuminations with my MO buds was the best part!

[jiggerj]

Well OK, my arm is twisted--- count me in! I wouldn't want to be the one holding up the fun, and I sure don't want to miss the fun either. :)

:rockband: Mar!

LC might be the secretary of fun but you are the Diva of fun! :kilt :kilt

[idratherbeinwdw]

:rockband: Mar!

LC might be the secretary of fun but you are the Diva of fun! :kilt :kilt

Awww shucks Laura--you, Pam, John and the Vikings (and all my mouseowner pals) bring out the fun in me!:kickingco

[Rozzie]

:rockband: Mar!

LC might be the secretary of fun but you are the Diva of fun! :kilt :kilt

:woohoo: Mararoo!! :woohoo:

[matysgranma]

Well OK, my arm is twisted--- count me in! I wouldn't want to be the one holding up the fun, and I sure don't want to miss the fun either. :) Party of one for this event, my dd will be with her friend's family at WDW that night.
I never doubted for a moment that I wouldn't view Illuminations without you!!! No matter which way we go (dessert or not), I knew you'd be by my side, good friend!!!!

[matysgranma]

Thinking this one might be a good Mom/DD's night - So put us down for 3 jiggers! :)

So this wouldnt be in the same area that we did the Illuminations GG dinner in then?? I agree with CB that the food at the dinner was YUCKY but the dessert with the viewing of Illuminations with my MO buds was the best part!
Gotcha, Laura.
No. last time I did this it was to the right of Rose and Crown, though I'm sure it will depend on what's already booked, how many people we'll have in our party, etc. So, come on everyone!!! If you're thinking about joining in on the Illuminations fun, now is the time to let me know!!!!

[matysgranma]

Okay, all my MO friends, here's the info that was given to me by Kristi, who is the convention service manager at the Boardwalk.
There are two locations available to us for the private viewing of Illuminations on December 3.
LOCATION 1---United Kingdom Terrace, which is the spot of spoke of, to the right of Rose and Crown. At a cost of $250 to rent the location (so $10 per person if we're at 25, or less as more people decide to join us). This place can hold up to 50 people and we do have to guarantee at least 20 people.
LOCATION 2--East Oasis in front of Morocca. Holds 30 people at a cost of $100($4.00 person if we're at 25). Smaller location but the price is definitely more doable.
DESSERT MENUS AVAILABLE:
"FOR THE CHILD IN YOU"
Florida Lemon Bars
Double Chocolate Brownies
Large Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Oatmeal Raisin Cookes
Chewy Rise Crispy Treats
Chocolate Penaut Butter Marshmallow Square
Coffee, decaf coffee, tea, fruit punch
$19.50 per person, 20 guest minimum

"OLD WORLD CLASSIC IN MINIATURE"
Pastries in miniature to include:
Chocolate and pistachio cannoli
Fresh fruit tartlets
Vanilla cream filled pastry horns
chocolate eclairs
Rasberry and cream roulade
Oreo Cookie cheesecade
Chocolate Pecan Pies
Coffee, decaf coffee, tea, fruit punch
$24.50 per person, 20 guest minimum

Okay, so there you have it. We've already reached the 20 guest minimum. Now we really need to decide if (and then where) we want our viewing to take place, then what we want to eat.
PLEASE, PLEASE help me on this one. I need everyone's opinion out there.

[jiggerj]

Pam you absolutely :rockband: !!!!!!!!!

Gesshh...I dont know! :dunce: This IS a toughie for sure! Locations sound wonderful and the desserts sound wonderful too- leaning towards the "OLD WORLD CLASSIC IN MINIATURE" option- I know that when Mar, John and I had dinner at R&C last trip the view was absolutely fantastic! Have never viewed Illuminations from Morocco before....

(just great! ;) just started a diet and went for a nice long-fast paced walk and then come back and read about all the yummys! :ROTFL: )

[mickeyndvcfan]

Pam...I'm with Laura on the "Old World Classics in Miniture". I wil go along with everyone on the spot for the viewing. Thanks so much for all this work you are doing to put this together.

[Stimpy]

:jawdroppi We can only choose one??!! Sheesh, both look sooooo good.

I think DH would prefer the "FOR THE CHILD IN YOU"...heck he could eat $20 of chocolate chip cookies without a problem :ROTFL: I could go for either one.

Thanks Pam!

[Colorado Belle]

I vote for the wine and cheese plate!

Just kidding, but it would be nice for those of us who don't really like dessert to have an option. Any chance that they could 'substitute' a plate of cheeses and fruits' for a couple of the sweet thingiess??? I remember that they treated you really good at the GG event re non sweet desserts.

I'm not going to vote cuz I might have to be one of the last minute 'add ons' and decide between desserts and Jellys if they are the same night. Looks like a really fun time though!

[matysgranma]

I vote for the wine and cheese plate!

Just kidding, but it would be nice for those of us who don't really like dessert to have an option. Any chance that they could 'substitute' a plate of cheeses and fruits' for a couple of the sweet thingiess??? I remember that they treated you really good at the GG event re non sweet desserts.

I'm not going to vote cuz I might have to be one of the last minute 'add ons' and decide between desserts and Jellys if they are the same night. Looks like a really fun time though!
No, they won't allow us to substitute cheese and fruit platters.......trust me, turst me, the cheese and fruit platters are there, but EVERYTHING else is an add-on and would have to be ordered for all and not just one.
Yes, I was treated EXTREMELY well last April. No cheese, but a LOT of fruit (I happen to be diabetic and have a hard time with a lot of sweets). So they do work with any dietary needs. Everyone, please let me know if there are any dietary concerns we'll be dealing with.
And yes, Illuminations will then be followed by Jellyrolls that night!!! Can't wait!!! This will be so much fun.
I'll start a running list of dessert choices and viewing choices so we can make a decision soon. I think, more importantly, will be the choice for viewing, since AT THIS TIME, they're both open, but Kristie said they book up real fast.
So let me know what you think, guys!!

[matysgranma]

Pam you absolutely :rockband: !!!!!!!!!

Gesshh...I dont know! :dunce: This IS a toughie for sure! Locations sound wonderful and the desserts sound wonderful too- leaning towards the "OLD WORLD CLASSIC IN MINIATURE" option- I know that when Mar, John and I had dinner at R&C last trip the view was absolutely fantastic! Have never viewed Illuminations from Morocco before....

(just great! ;) just started a diet and went for a nice long-fast paced walk and then come back and read about all the yummys! :ROTFL: )
So, Laura, are you leaning towards UK viewing area?

[Rozzie]

It is a hard decision, and I would be happy with either, but the Old World dessert thingy sounds yummy yum yum. Viewing, I bet they both will be super. I guess the view is really nice from UK, and that's close to beer, so there goes the Rozzie vote. :yes:

One question, is the coffee Nescafe? :tilt:

[matysgranma]

It is a hard decision, and I would be happy with either, but the Old World dessert thingy sounds yummy yum yum. Viewing, I bet they both will be super. I guess the view is really nice from UK, and that's close to beer, so there goes the Rozzie vote. :yes:

One question, is the coffee Nescafe? :tilt:
Thanks for your vote, Rozzie!!! I'll ask about the Nescafe.....:coffee2:

[Rozzie]

Thanks for your vote, Rozzie!!! I'll ask about the Nescafe.....:coffee2:

Oh Pam, I'm just being silly, please don't make a special call about the coffee. I think it's pretty much a 99.99999% chance it's Nescafe.

Thanks for all your legwork, this is something I have been dying to do! :blueflowe

[matysgranma]

Oh Pam, I'm just being silly, please don't make a special call about the coffee. I think it's pretty much a 99.99999% chance it's Nescafe.

Thanks for all your legwork, this is something I have been dying to do! :blueflowe
I'll be talking to them (they'll be calling me) at the beginning of next week, and, dang it, I, too, want to know if they'll be using something other than Nescafe. INQUIRING MINDS WANT TO KNOW (what we'll be paying for)!

[idratherbeinwdw]

A vote for old world classic miniatures, both for the food and the location.

Thanks for all the work you're doing with this Pamster! :yes: :highfive:

[matysgranma]

A vote for old world classic miniatures, both for the food and the location.

Thanks for all the work you're doing with this Pamster! :yes: :highfive:
Okay, Mar, I got the dessert vote, but which location???? UK???

[athenna]

Well, sign us up for this one, too!!! I simply can't resist doing this with all of you:howudoin: Can't think of a better way to see Illuminations !!!!
I vote for seeing it in the UK!!

Thanks Pam , you rock, darling!
:bunny:

[matysgranma]

Well, sign us up for this one, too!!! I simply can't resist doing this with all of you:howudoin: Can't think of a better way to see Illuminations !!!!
I vote for seeing it in the UK!!

Thanks Pam , you rock, darling!
:bunny:
Thank YOU, Athenna, it's a pleasure to serve you!!!!!
Speaking of rocking, I'm off to see Gwen Stefani and Akon tonight. Should be a rockin' night!!!!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Okay, Mar, I got the dessert vote, but which location???? UK???

Oh duh I misread your OP. Either location is fine.

[jiggerj]

I vote for seeing it in the UK!!

Thanks Pam , you rock, darling!
:bunny:

:iagree: on both.... UK and Pam rocks! :D

[Lisa]

"OLD WORLD CLASSIC IN MINIATURE"
Pastries in miniature to include:
Chocolate and pistachio cannoli
Fresh fruit tartlets
Vanilla cream filled pastry horns
chocolate eclairs
Rasberry and cream roulade
Oreo Cookie cheesecade
Chocolate Pecan Pies
Coffee, decaf coffee, tea, fruit punch
$24.50 per person, 20 guest minimum


This one gets my vote!! Yummm! ...or should I say Yum-o?!? (too much Rachael Ray!!)

I'm going for the adult food and DRINK this trip! Those Kiddos are gonna be at home!

(but I'm fine with the other too!)

[matysgranma]

This one gets my vote!! Yummm! ...or should I say Yum-o?!? (too much Rachael Ray!!)

I'm going for the adult food and DRINK this trip! Those Kiddos are gonna be at home!

(but I'm fine with the other too!)
Okay Lisa, it sounds like OWCIM is going to be the big hit. How about location? UK or Morocco?

[Lisa]

Forgot to add... either location. I don't know enough about Morocco location to vote. UK area is nice.

[matysgranma]

Forgot to add... either location. I don't know enough about Morocco location to vote. UK area is nice.
Gotcha....I'll just put you have no preference.
If you change your mind..........just let me know!

[Lisa]

You are so on top of things Pam! :woohoo:

Thanks for putting this together. :hug:

[matysgranma]

You are so on top of things Pam! :woohoo:

Thanks for putting this together. :hug:
You are very welcome, Lisa!! and I thank everyone for the input. It's going to make this a very easy event to coordinate.
Oh, and did I mention just how much fun this whole evening is going to be!!!:jumpingbe
and the nice thing about the private viewing is we'll have the whole area to ourselves. No :crowded: :crowded: How cool is that?:cool:

[idratherbeinwdw]

You are very welcome, Lisa!! and I thank everyone for the input. It's going to make this a very easy event to coordinate.
Oh, and did I mention just how much fun this whole evening is going to be!!!:jumpingbe
and the nice thing about the private viewing is we'll have the whole area to ourselves. No :crowded: :crowded: How cool is that?:cool:

I think this night is going to be soooo awesome!! Off Kilter, Private view/Illuminations Party AND Jellyroll's all in one evening. Staying out late and sleeping in the next morning for sure. :woohoodan

[kathyseb]

Checking in with our vote.

Minatures and UK gets our vote.

[matysgranma]

Checking in with our vote.

Minatures and UK gets our vote.
Thanks, Kathy!

[matysgranma]

Bumping for any weekend newbies!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Is soozaay (sp?) still attending? I thought she had to cancel this trip? Or did she rebook it again? :veryconfu :scratchch :confused:

[matysgranma]

Is soozaay (sp?) still attending? I thought she had to cancel this trip? Or did she rebook it again? :veryconfu :scratchch :confused:
I don't know, Mar. I sent an email to Rozzie asking the same question (since Rozzie was the one who rsvp'd for her initially).
We'll see. I do hope she's able to come.

[skelster]

I vote for Old World too. Don't know how the viewing is from either location, so I can't really vote based on that, but I like the idea of the larger area so we can add more people if we get more mouseowners deciding to go with us for the meet a little later. One question though, is the cost a straight per person charge or do they reduce the cost for young children? Our DD1 isn't going to make a big dent in the food.

[matysgranma]

I vote for Old World too. Don't know how the viewing is from either location, so I can't really vote based on that, but I like the idea of the larger area so we can add more people if we get more mouseowners deciding to go with us for the meet a little later. One question though, is the cost a straight per person charge or do they reduce the cost for young children? Our DD1 isn't going to make a big dent in the food.
Brian, first glad to see you're still on board.
Good question about cost for younger children. I will definitely ask that question when I get my return call from Kristi. If they don't make allowance, I think it only fair that we don't charge at all for the wee little ones, Brian.
I promise I'll get back to you ASAP with all the correct info once it's received.
Thanks for the vote! I'll update.

[Stimpy]

Usually, Disney doesn't charge for kids under age 3 for events, tickets etc. So I assume the 1 yr old would be fine :)

[kathyseb]

Pam,
How will this work?

Do we paid in advance or the night of? Just curious.

[matysgranma]

Pam,
How will this work?

Do we paid in advance or the night of? Just curious.
Kathy, once we have the EXACT number of MO's coming to the viewing, we'll price out the cost (deposit cost divided by number of attendees, adding to that cost of desserts) and I think I'll have everyone send me a check. I'll initially put it on my credit card, which I'm sure will be necessary in order to secure our spot, date and time.
Does this sound fair to everyone involved so far? Or can you think of a better way to handle this?

[kathyseb]

Kathy, once we have the EXACT number of MO's coming to the viewing, we'll price out the cost (deposit cost divided by number of attendees, adding to that cost of desserts) and I think I'll have everyone send me a check. I'll initially put it in my credit card, which I'm sure will be necessary in order to secure our spot, date and time.
Does this sound fair to everyone involved so far? Or can you think of a better way to handle this?

Pam, I think you are doing a great job.
I am just so excited to do a private viewing.

Can't wait to head down there in Oct as Ron and I are both trying to figure out where the private viewing area is in Morocco. We are stumped.

[matysgranma]

Pam, I think you are doing a great job.
I am just so excited to do a private viewing.

Can't wait to head down there in Oct as Ron and I are both trying to figure out where the private viewing area is in Morocco. We are stumped.
Thanks, Kathy.
Yeah, I couldn't figure out where Kristi was talking about either, but her description to me was "Do you know where Mo Rockin" play? It directly behind there." So if you get to WDW before I do, please take a picture as I'm dying to see the view, too. But it does look like everyone's willing to pay more money to view from UK. That, I know, is an EXCELLENT viewing location.

[kathyseb]

Then Ron was right. He said behind the water wheel.
Which I know where the water wheel is and know where the band plays.

But where the heck you stand to watch it is beyond me. Of course, it does not have to be that big if it only holds 25 people.

We will be there Sept 30 for a week with my sister. Will be sure to check it out.

[matysgranma]

Then Ron was right. He said behind the water wheel.
Which I know where the water wheel is and know where the band plays.

But where the heck you stand to watch it is beyond me. Of course, it does not have to be that big if it only holds 25 people.

We will be there Sept 30 for a week with my sister. Will be sure to check it out.
Wow, September must be the month of "sisters". I'll be there with mine Sept 16-21. I'm going to check out the area, too. Though from the way it was described to me, this area is street level, unlike UK where you actually walk down a couple of steps. The price was right, but I do think UK viewing will be very, very nice!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Wow, September must be the month of "sisters". I'll be there with mine Sept 16-21.

LOL I will be there with my sister 9/23-9/28.:kilt

[matysgranma]

Simbasmom is on board!!! YAYYY!!!
This should turn out to be one fabulous night!!:jumpingbe

[Simba's Mom]

I've decided that I definitely vote for the UK viewing area. If I'm right on where it is, I remember all the times I've walked by there, looked down (isn't it down on a peninsula type thing?) and wondered "Who are those lucky people down there? I wish I could sneak in and pretend I was with them." I just think it would be so neat to actually get to be down there. I don't remember the Morocco area. As far as what dessert, I love all desserts. Can we get both? In other words, I'll enjoy either, but I think I prefer (just slightly) the one with the cannolis (Old World Miniatures?) Let me know when you need help-a taste test perhaps?

[matysgranma]

I've decided that I definitely vote for the UK viewing area. If I'm right on where it is, I remember all the times I've walked by there, looked down (isn't it down on a peninsula type thing?) and wondered "Who are those lucky people down there? I wish I could sneak in and pretend I was with them." I just think it would be so neat to actually get to be down there. I don't remember the Morocco area. As far as what dessert, I love all desserts. Can we get both? In other words, I'll enjoy either, but I think I prefer (just slightly) the one with the cannolis (Old World Miniatures?) Let me know when you need help-a taste test perhaps?
Hey Dorothy, the viewing area for UK is directly to the right of Rose and Crown. It's a great viewing location. I'll definitely put you down as my official "taste tester"!:thumbsup:

[Stimpy]

Pam, I might have missed this....how long is the dessert party for? Do you know about what time it would start?

I've seen so many of these over the years, but I've never really paid any attention to them until now. :)

[matysgranma]

Pam, I might have missed this....how long is the dessert party for? Do you know about what time it would start?

I've seen so many of these over the years, but I've never really paid any attention to them until now. :)
Good question, Kimberly. When I spoke to Kristi, she suggested we start the party at 8 or 8:30. At that time, I was under the assumption that Illuminations was at 9. TGM just released dates/times, and he's showing a 9:30 start. So now I'm thinking 8:30 should do the trick.
Nothing's in stone at this point. Any feedback here?

[Simba's Mom]

How late can we stay?

[Colorado Belle]

A disclaimer first: I've not done the dessert Illuminations only the GG dinner and dessert Illuminations. But in that case, they started taking away the food during ILluminations as I recall (since we were all busy watching Illuminations. They never made us leave, just took the food and drink away!!! If you filled your plate just before the fireworks started, you'd be able, I 'm sure to stay until the crowds depart and leasurely finish up your dessert.

Or did you have a camp out in mind for an early start the next day?????:howudoin:

[Stimpy]

Or did you have a camp out in mind for an early start the next day?????:howudoin:
:hahahaha: Hmmm......not a bad idea!

[KNWVIKING]

Where is The Old Country Minitures at ? Do they set it up at your viewing location ?

If this question was already answered earlier, tuff, I'm too lazy to read thru 100+ posts.

[matysgranma]

How late can we stay?
I'm waiting for my phone call to get all the educated answers to these questions. I'll post when I get the info.
I do see that Illuminations is at 9:30 that night so I'll definitely find out what works best for us, and what gets us the most for our money.

[matysgranma]

Where is The Old Country Minitures at ? Do they set it up at your viewing location ?

If this question was already answered earlier, tuff, I'm too lazy to read thru 100+ posts.
Mr. Viking, it looks as if every one prefers United Kingdom, so the viewing area is directly to the right of R & C. And yes, they set up right at the viewing area, desserts and drinks. Another good reason for that location is that you're steps away from the pub, for those who want something a little stronger than coffee/tea. Or for those who want to get a head start on us MO's that will be heading to Jellyrolls after!!!!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Where is The Old Country Minitures at ? Do they set it up at your viewing location ?

If this question was already answered earlier, tuff, I'm too lazy to read thru 100+ posts.

Now I understand that pm you sent me, although I thought I directed you to the right post even though I wasn't clear on what you were asking. Just to clarify: There are two possible locations (UK or Morroco and at this point it looks overwhelmingly like UK is the winner) and either dessert choice was available at each location.

[idratherbeinwdw]

Now I understand that pm you sent me, although I thought I directed you to the right post even though I wasn't clear on what you were asking. Just to clarify: There are two possible locations (UK or Morroco and at this point it looks overwhelmingly like UK is the winner) and either dessert choice was available at each location.

I can't help but add that those who are going to see Off Kilter before Illuminations will be very close to the UK as well. :kilt

[KNWVIKING]

............... Or for those who want to get a head start on us MO's that will be heading to Jellyrolls after!!!!

Is this an additional JR nite, or the planned GCG ( Grand Cleavage Gathering ) that's already on the MO Events Agenda (MOEA) ?

[Stimpy]

Is this an additional JR nite, or the planned GCG ( Grand Cleavage Gathering ) that's already on the MO Events Agenda (MOEA) ?

I believe the GCG you are referring to is the Sunday Night football "meet" at ESPN? :ROTFL: That would be on Sunday night. Jellyrolls is on Monday night.

[matysgranma]

Is this an additional JR nite, or the planned GCG ( Grand Cleavage Gathering ) that's already on the MO Events Agenda (MOEA) ?
It's the planned night, Viking!!!

[KNWVIKING]

Soooooo.... I'm getting cleavage for desert, Illuminations AND JR !?!?!?!?

Maybe Millie shouldn't be there.

[TW1]

Soooooo.... I'm getting cleavage for desert, Illuminations AND JR !?!?!?!?

Sounds like I'm the one who needs a new guide. Take pictures Viking!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Soooooo.... I'm getting cleavage for desert, Illuminations AND JR !?!?!?!?

Maybe Millie shouldn't be there.

Ok see post #23 on the link below Viking--I want answers and I want them now!! :crazy:

http://www.mouseowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=7449&page=3

[KNWVIKING]

There is no "post #60" on that thread.

I already get in enough trouble with the Mods. Commenting on a Mods cleavage could be considered suicidal.

However, I would like to say to all the other men on this board who were not fortunate enough to see Mar's marvelous display of enthusiaism for the VIP lounge: nana nana booboo !!!!!

[matysgranma]

Soooooo.... I'm getting cleavage for desert, Illuminations AND JR !?!?!?!?

Maybe Millie shouldn't be there.
No, Mr. Viking, the ONLY reason we're allowing you to be there IS Miliie. She knows how to keep you under control!!!!

[idratherbeinwdw]

However, I would like to say to all the other men on this board who were not fortunate enough to see Mar's marvelous display of enthusiaism for the VIP lounge: nana nana booboo !!!!!

No, Mr. Viking, the ONLY reason we're allowing you to be there IS Miliie. She knows how to keep you under control!!!!

OK my ego has been assuaged. ;)

I do have to admit Millie being there and the "control factor" was what made me feel safe to meet up with you all in that particular attire. :innocent: :D

[zulaya]

MouseOwners newbie checking in here...I found MO from the DIS and I recognize a few names from the DVC boards over there.

I am DEFINITELY interested in having my family at this Illuminations Dessert Party as we are at BCV 11/30-12/8. I'm awaiting a call from DH to make sure he's on board and if so it would be a total of 4 of us with my DS12 and DD11, if you still have room!

I'm cool with either dessert option, but it sounds like the Old World menu is winning out. It also sounds like the R&C location is preferable, but I tell you that I think the Morocco location is probably pretty good, too.

I'll post again as soon as I have a yay or nay!

~Mary

[zulaya]

OK, we're in! I'll see who I need to PM to get my name on the list.
~Mary

[Simba's Mom]

Hey, zulaya, welcome! I'll also be at BCV, checking in on the 29th. See ya there!

[zulaya]

Hey Simba's Mom!

We'll see you there! I'm ready to get back to BCV for the holidays. Only 169 days left!

~Mary

[matysgranma]

OK, we're in! I'll see who I need to PM to get my name on the list.
~Mary
WELCOME, Zulaya!!!!! That's great news to hear you'll be joining us. I'll put you down for both UK or Morocco, though it looks as if UK has a huge lead, and then down for the OWCIM.
We'll be at BWV, so I'm sure we'll be seeing alot of you!!!
Pam

[matysgranma]

Well, everyone, Christie finally called me with ALL the info needed for our own private MO's Illuminations Viewing and Dessert Party. Here's the scoop:

Party to begin at 8:45 (which means you should arrive no later than 8:30---we will have our own greeter who will make sure everyone gets a wristband which is the ONLY way you will be allowed to enter this exclusive party!). Desserts, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fruit punch and water (not bottled LOL) will be waiting for us. We can stuff ourselves until 9:45 and then whatever is left, we need to grab cuz they will throw away anything left.
The view location is PHENOMENAL!!! Actually, this isn't the area that I thought it would be---it's 10x's better!!!!. We will have tables and chairs for everyone and Christie informed that there is NO BETTER VIEW of Illuminations anywhere!!!
http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z165/matypants/UKUpper2.jpg
http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z165/matypants/UKUpper1.jpg
(Hope I did this right!)
Okay, so now you see where we'll be partying and viewing. Here's the details on the prices:
The total cost for this venue (or location) with tax is $266.25, which we will divide evenly between the number of guest attending, which BTW HAS to be at least 20.
Right now we're at 33 adults and 2 children (3 and under are free---everyone else is considered adult).
Then the cost, with tax and everything for the desserts is:
Child in You (cookies and such)
$19.50
total $24.92 w/ taxes
Old World Classics in Miniatures
$24.50
$31.31 w/ taxes
So my next question is, do we still want to stay with OWCIM or should we do the switch to CIY. It's all up to you guys!!!
We don't have to let Christie know which desserts we DEFINITELY want until it get a little closer, but I DID have to guarantee that we want the space. We have a 40 person capacity, so once we reach that mark, we have to close the event. So if any of you are travelling with extended family, please invite them to join us. I'll keep a running track of exactly how many people will be attending.

I hope this answers everyone's questions. If not, feel free to ask away and I'll find out the answers.
This should be awesome

[kathyseb]

Nice Pictures Pam.

We are going to have a blast.

Make sure Ron and I are on your list!!!!!!

I vote to stick with the minatures, but whatever everyone elses wants is fine with me.

[idratherbeinwdw]

AWESOME!! Still voting for minatures here too. :dancingba :woohoodan

[Simba's Mom]

Well, everyone, Christie finally called me with ALL the info needed for our own private MO's Illuminations Viewing and Dessert Party. Here's the scoop:

Party to begin at 8:45 (which means you should arrive no later than 8:30---we will have our own greeter who will make sure everyone gets a wristband which is the ONLY way you will be allowed to enter this exclusive party!). Desserts, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fruit punch and water (not bottled LOL) will be waiting for us. We can stuff ourselves until 9:45 and then whatever is left, we need to grab cuz they will throw away anything left.
The view location is PHENOMENAL!!! Actually, this isn't the area that I thought it would be---it's 10x's better!!!!. We will have tables and chairs for everyone and Christie informed that there is NO BETTER VIEW of Illuminations anywhere!!!
http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z165/matypants/UKUpper2.jpg
http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z165/matypants/UKUpper1.jpg
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Note to self-remember the ziploc bags to fill at 9:45! OMG-my tired tootsies can sit during Illuminations (even though I can't see myself doing that). Great job, Pam. You know, I've noticed the absence of KVIKING (is that how his name's spelled?) on any event lists. I hope that's just that he hasn't noticed to sign up yet. And since he's from NJ, I'm sure he's planning on bringing some toxic waste for the gift exchange. Isn't that what NJ is famous for?

[mickeyndvcfan]

AWESOME!! Still voting for minatures here too. :dancingba :woohoodan


:iagree: :rockband: :bunny:

[matysgranma]

Dorothy, yes, we'll have to remember to brind ziploc bags for everyone!!!
Viking and family will be joining us for Illuminations and then on to Jellyrolls!!!
Don't let anyone fool ya, he's really a GREAT guy!!!

[skelster]

We still want minatures. Our son will be 4; our daughter will only be 1 though. So I guess it is 3 I need to pay for.

[jiggerj]

Viking and family will be joining us for Illuminations and then on to Jellyrolls!!!
Don't let anyone fool ya, he's really a GREAT guy!!!

Pam!!!! :shhh: Your gonna ruin THE Vikings http://www.freesmileys.org/emo/rpg017.gif "pot stirring" rep! ;) (but I will agree with ya...he is a really great guy!)

Thanks for all your hard work getting this together- this is going to be a VERY special night!

Just me and my 2 girls still going with the Old World Classics in Miniatures viewing from the UK.:highfive:

[Rozzie]

Sounds awesome Pam! The view and company and desserts are all going to be out of this world. :yes:

[athenna]

Pam, great job putting all of this together!!!!!
Those pictures are awesome, I am getting even more excited about this!:cheerlead
We still vote for the miniatures, too, but whatever makes everyone happy is fine with us.
:goob:

[zulaya]

Pam - Thanks again for doing all the work! There are 4 of us as my kids will be 11 and 12.

I'm still cool with miniatures, but I'm find with the Child in You as well if people want to keep costs down.

One further question...exactly where is the entrance to this location then? Is the entrance closer to Rose & Crown? Closer to the bridge between UK and France? Just trying to get a better idea where to report to on December 3!

Thanks!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Pam - Thanks again for doing all the work! There are 4 of us as my kids will be 11 and 12.

I'm still cool with miniatures, but I'm find with the Child in You as well if people want to keep costs down.

One further question...exactly where is the entrance to this location then? Is the entrance closer to Rose & Crown? Closer to the bridge between UK and France? Just trying to get a better idea where to report to on December 3!

Thanks!

The entrance is just to the right of the Fish and Chips booth next to the Rose and Crown. (Pam told me yesterday, hope she doesn't mind me answering you). I've seen that area roped off countless times, it's gonna be so cool to be one of the "in" folks this time! :dancingba :clappingh :woohoodan

[zulaya]

Excellent! Thank you!

[matysgranma]

The entrance is just to the right of the Fish and Chips booth next to the Rose and Crown. (Pam told me yesterday, hope she doesn't mind me answering you). I've seen that area roped off countless times, it's gonna be so cool to be one of the "in" folks this time! :dancingba :clappingh :woohoodan
Thanks, Mar. Yep, right where it's at.....the BEST location to view Illuminations!

[erikthewise]

If there is still room, please count us in! (family of 4)
And yes the current choices of OWCIM and UK are fine.
I've always wanted to do an Illuminations Dessert Party!
Just let me know how/when you want payment.

[matysgranma]

If there is still room, please count us in! (family of 4)
And yes the current choices of OWCIM and UK are fine.
I've always wanted to do an Illuminations Dessert Party!
Just let me know how/when you want payment.
erikthewise, family of four, please report for Illuminations viewing December 3rd!!!
Glad to have you on board. I'll let everyone know what the total amount will be for each attendee when I get the total breakdown.

[erikthewise]

erikthewise, family of four, please report for Illuminations viewing December 3rd!!!
Glad to have you on board. I'll let everyone know what the total amount will be for each attendee when I get the total breakdown.

Thanks! :D :drool:
BTW: I have read quickly through the thread but may have missed it. Are we "In"? Do you/we actually HAVE the reservation for this event in hand? I would think it would be very difficult to get, but maybe not.

[matysgranma]

Thanks! :D :drool:
BTW: I have read quickly through the thread but may have missed it. Are we "In"? Do you/we actually HAVE the reservation for this event in hand? I would think it would be very difficult to get, but maybe not.
Yes, the arrangements are all set. I'm just waiting for Christie to send me the contract to sign. The date, time and location is all ours. Because we HAd to guarantee 20, we're way above that number now (your family makes 33). So we only have 7 more spots to fill and we will be at maximum.
I haven't committed to the dessert choice, only because I wanted to wait to hear everyone's thoughts. But since everyone seems okay with the Old Country Miniatures ( and no, Viking, that's not the group of servers!), it appears that will be the dessert choice.
This will be a great opportunity to view Illuminations and meet some great MO's!

[skelster]

We have a friend who will be probably be in the area that night possibly with her husband whom I would like to invite along with us. Is it alright if I boost my group to 6 tentatively?

[matysgranma]

We have a friend who will be probably be in the area that night possibly with her husband whom I would like to invite along with us. Is it alright if I boost my group to 6 tentatively?
:thumbsup: Sure, Brian, just let me know ASAP (I'll keep you group at 4 til I hear that it's a definite on 2 more, okay?).
Wow, this is going to be ONE great party!!!!!:cheerlead :cheerlead

[KNWVIKING]

I was wondering why my ears were burning over the weekend.

[matysgranma]

Bumping With New Info On Event in first thread!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Great work Pam, thanks again for all the time and effort you've put into this event. :clappingh :highfive:

[skelster]

I emailed our friend Megan. She says if she is in the area she will attend. She seemed pretty excited about the opportunity too. She works in Orlando so it is pretty likely she will be in the area. She does travel occassionally for work and her fiancee works and lives in Norfolk. I guess if I were to put odds on it:fingerscr , I'd say 90+% likely for her to attend, but only 30% chance for both. Sorry, That's as firm as I can make it for a couple months yet.:sosad:

[Simba's Mom]

I just went back and looked at the first page. I must have missed it-we get to meet the famous Maty! I can't wait-honestly, I'm almost as excited about that as I am about Illuminations (forgive me, I said "almost").

[matysgranma]

I just went back and looked at the first page. I must have missed it-we get to meet the famous Maty! I can't wait-honestly, I'm almost as excited about that as I am about Illuminations (forgive me, I said "almost").
Thanks, Dorothy!! Yep, Our little one will be joining us this December. She's very excited to meet Mickey, Pluto and all her grandma's MO's friends!!! Her a recent pic of her:
http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i270/matysgranma/P5090150.jpg
Please don't flame me----the blanket was a gift and it's just "sooo comfy and cozy".
This December trip is definitely going to be one for the memory book!!

[matysgranma]

I emailed our friend Megan. She says if she is in the area she will attend. She seemed pretty excited about the opportunity too. She works in Orlando so it is pretty likely she will be in the area. She does travel occassionally for work and her fiancee works and lives in Norfolk. I guess if I were to put odds on it:fingerscr , I'd say 90+% likely for her to attend, but only 30% chance for both. Sorry, That's as firm as I can make it for a couple months yet.:sosad:
Brian, I'll just leave the number alone and as it gets closer to the mark, we'll touch base. How's that? I sure do hope she can make it, though. Love to meet new friends!!

[rdb92191]

Is there still room for 2? I would love to take my mom to this event. She has not been to wdw since 1997.

[matysgranma]

Is there still room for 2? I would love to take my mom to this event. She has not been to wdw since 1997.
Welcome aboard!!!! I've got you down for 2. Please pm me if you need any info regarding this event. I haven't started collecting payment so you've checked in at the right time. Looking forward to meeting you and mom!!!!

[matysgranma]

Just an FYI. I ended up deleting dessert and viewing location, as I've already signed the contract for the United Kingdom viewing location, and almost everyone opted for the Old World Classics in Miniature.
I will be pm'ing everyone soon with amounts that need to be paid. I have no problem accepting personal checks unless you know they'll be bouncing!!!!!!!
This is shaping up to be a truly remarkable Epcot night!!!!!

[zulaya]

Thanks, Pam! Looking forward to it!

[JACStangler]

Is it tooo late for John & Christy if not tooo late we are in.

[matysgranma]

Is it tooo late for John & Christy if not tooo late we are in.
Nope,you're not too late. We have a few spots left. So I've added the two of you and will get back to you re: payment.
Great to have you on board. This should be quite the MO's event!!!!

[apurplebrat]

Nope,you're not too late. We have a few spots left. So I've added the two of you and will get back to you re: payment.
Great to have you on board. This should be quite the MO's event!!!!


Hi, would there be room for 2 more? my mom & Iwill be at BCV 12/1 - 12/12

[matysgranma]

Hi, would there be room for 2 more? my mom & Iwill be at BCV 12/1 - 12/12
apurplebat, you've just secured the last two spots!!!!! YAY!!!!! Our quota of 40 has been met!!!
Looking forward to meeting you and mom at our private viewing of Illuminations!!!!

[matysgranma]

So as of today, July 11, Illuminations Group Viewing is closed. I can start a waitlist if anyone is still interested and doesn't see their name on the list. Thanks, everyone, for being so enthusiastic about this meet. Looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting new friends.

[idratherbeinwdw]

Woohoo full house, super job Pamster!! No wonder I like hanging around you, you make GREAT things happen!!!!!! :kickingco :clappingh :woohoodan :wearenumb :thumbsup: :highfive:

[apurplebrat]

:kickingco apurplebat, you've just secured the last two spots!!!!! YAY!!!!! Our quota of 40 has been met!!!
Looking forward to meeting you and mom at our private viewing of Illuminations!!!!


WOW!! Thank you. This sounds so awesome!!:kickingco

[athenna]

Way to go Pam!:bunny:
Great job putting this all together!:kickingco
Can't wait to see you again and meet new MO friends!:grouphug:

[idratherbeinwdw]

Hi, would there be room for 2 more? my mom & Iwill be at BCV 12/1 - 12/12

I hope you don't mind, I added you to the list of attendees in the sticky thread.

[matysgranma]

Way to go Pam!:bunny:
Great job putting this all together!:kickingco
Can't wait to see you again and meet new MO friends!:grouphug:
ditto!!!!!!!

[matysgranma]

Woohoo full house, super job Pamster!! No wonder I like hanging around you, you make GREAT things happen!!!!!! :kickingco :clappingh :woohoodan :wearenumb :thumbsup: :highfive:
Thanks, Mar. This should be loads of fun......Off Kilter, Illuminations with MO's (old and new) and then Jellyrolls. Does it get any better????

[KNWVIKING]

Does it get any better????

Only if I'm there ;-)~

[matysgranma]

Only if I'm there ;-)~
I had already included you in the equation!!!!!:jumpingbe

[jiggerj]

Thanks Pam for all your organizing and planning- This is going to be a VERY special event for sure! :grouphug:

You do ROCK girlfriend! :rockband:

(and thanks for adding little man for me! :) )

[skelster]

So as of today, July 11, Illuminations Group Viewing is closed. I can start a waitlist if anyone is still interested and doesn't see their name on the list. Thanks, everyone, for being so enthusiastic about this meet. Looking forward to seeing old friends and meeting new friends.
Does this mean that I need to call my friends back and retract the invitation?

[matysgranma]

Does this mean that I need to call my friends back and retract the invitation?
Brian, I pm'd you.

[Lisa]

Thanks Pam for being so organized and getting this all together.

Just let me know how and when you want the money!


This will be sooo much fun!:kickingco

[matysgranma]

:howudoin: HEADS UP EVERYONE!!! I've sent pm's to all participants with pricing info. Remember if you've got any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.
Please check post #1 to make sure I've included everyone.
Looking forward to seeing everyone in December!

[athenna]

Got your PM...Thanks for all your work doing this, Pam...It is very much appreciated....I will be putting the check in the mail tomorrow morning for Tammy & I.
:thumbsup:

[matysgranma]

Got your PM...Thanks for all your work doing this, Pam...It is very much appreciated....I will be putting the check in the mail tomorrow morning for Tammy & I.
:thumbsup:
Thank you, ma'am!!!!

[jiggerj]

:worship: :flowerfor Pam!

Will be sending out the check for the jiggerj's family of 4 in the am! :)

[KNWVIKING]

What's the second oldest lie ?

[matysgranma]

What's the second oldest lie ?
??

[Stimpy]

What's the second oldest lie ?

:laughing:

Ok, my check will be in the mail tomorrow too. Thanks Pam!!:cheerlead

[matysgranma]

:laughing:

Ok, my check will be in the mail tomorrow too. Thanks Pam!!:cheerlead
You're welcome, Kimberly and THANK YOU!

[erikthewise]

I know what the second oldest profession is, not sure about the second oldest lie. But it might be "the check is in the mail".

[mickeyndvcfan]

Pam...Thanks so much for putting this all together!!!! Can't wait to meet everyone.

Will be sending my check tomorrow also. :sunny:

[matysgranma]

Pam...Thanks so much for putting this all together!!!! Can't wait to meet everyone.

Will be sending my check tomorrow also. :sunny:
Thanks Gail!

[matysgranma]

I know what the second oldest profession is, not sure about the second oldest lie. But it might be "the check is in the mail".
I know, I know but I think everyone here is pretty honest and upfront.:goodvibes :goodvibes and maybe I'm a little naive, but I do believe everyone will send their checks (AND they won't bounce:bouncingp )!!!

[KNWVIKING]

Can't believe nobody asked.

[Simba's Mom]

Can't believe nobody asked.

Don't tell me you're disappointed that Pam may actually trust you!

[matysgranma]

Don't tell me you're disappointed that Pam may actually trust you!
Hey, Simba's Mom, I"M actually dissappointed that I trust Viking!!!!!

[KNWVIKING]

Don't tell me you're disappointed that Pam may actually trust you!

I've never given anyone a reason to mistrust me.

But that isn't what my post was refering too.

[matysgranma]

What's the second oldest lie ?
Okay, I'll take the bait.....Mr. Viking, what is the second oldest lie?????

[KNWVIKING]

Okay, I'll take the bait.....Mr. Viking, what is the second oldest lie?????

Others already gave the answer: The check is in the mail.

But that isn't what I was refering to either.

[jiggerj]

Others already gave the answer: The check is in the mail.

But that isn't what I was refering to either.

Ok...I know I am going to regret asking this but here goes! :D

What is the first oldest lie????

[apurplebrat]

Thank you Pam. We are so excited. My check is on it's way this morning :yes:

[KNWVIKING]

Ok...I know I am going to regret asking this but here goes! :D

What is the first oldest lie????

FINALLY !

But, unfortunately, I cannot give you an answer.

I know the answer, just can't give it.

[jiggerj]

FINALLY !

But, unfortunately, I cannot give you an answer.

I know the answer, just can't give it.

WHAT!!! WHY????:confused: :boohoohoo

Now dont go forcing me to have to throw a sock at cha when I see you! :D :fresh: (thanks et and al! :howudoin: )

[idratherbeinwdw]

WHAT!!! WHY????:confused: :boohoohoo

Now dont go forcing me to have to throw a sock at cha when I see you! :D :fresh: (thanks et and al! :howudoin: )

LOL Laura, check out posts 13 and 15 here:
http://www.mouseowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9631

ETA: Methinks Vikaroo cannot give you the answer because telling you is inappropriate for these boards. Call me and I'll tell you. :)

[Stimpy]

FINALLY !

But, unfortunately, I cannot give you an answer.

I know the answer, just can't give it.

THAT"S why I didn't ask! I got sucked into that trap 1 too many times :hahahaha:

[jiggerj]

LOL Laura, check out posts 13 and 15 here:
http://www.mouseowners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9631

LOL!!!! I missed that thread completely! Ahh.... the secrets that you can find out when hanging out with Et and Al on a Poly beach- :D


ETA: Methinks Vikaroo cannot give you the answer because telling you is inappropriate for these boards. Call me and I'll tell you. :)

Oh this is must be good! Calling ya in a few! :highfive:

[jiggerj]

ETA: Methinks Vikaroo cannot give you the answer because telling you is inappropriate for these boards. Call me and I'll tell you. :)

OMG!!!!!!!!! :holymoly: And to think I thought it had something to do with Eve, Adam and an apple- :innocent:

Was I ever Waaaayyyyyy off! :tapedshut

Viking! :faint: :blech: :zipit: :eek:

[KNWVIKING]

OMG!!!!!!!!! :faint: :blech: :zipit: :eek:

Yeah..... that pretty much expresses the affect of the lie.

[Simba's Mom]

Yeah..... that pretty much expresses the affect of the lie.

Um, I just called DH and he told me his version of the first and second oldest lies. If you think like him, idratherbeinwdw is right-very X rated for these boards.

[KNWVIKING]

I knew Guy would know the answer.

[jiggerj]

Yeah..... that pretty much expresses the affect of the lie.

http://www.tamilnation.org/images/intframe/monkeys.jpg

[jiggerj]

Well...now that we had a "little" detour......

Sent the check this am Pam! :)

[Rozzie]

Sending check out today Pam! :blueflowe

[kathyseb]

Pam,
Ours is headed out today too!

[matysgranma]

Thanks, Roz!!!!
Thanks, Kathy!!!!

[matysgranma]

Received checks from KNWVIKING, JACStangler and rdb92191 (Dawn). Thanks, guys!!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Received checks from KNWVIKING, JACStangler and rdb92191 (Dawn). Thanks, guys!!

Hmmmm, I am surprised mine didn't get there yet, as I know the mailman picked it up from my mailbox on Tuesday and brought it right to the PO to go out. If you don't get it by tomorrow let me know.

[matysgranma]

Hmmmm, I am surprised mine didn't get there yet, as I know the mailman picked it up from my mailbox on Tuesday and brought it right to the PO to go out. If you don't get it by tomorrow let me know.
Don't worry, Mar. I'm sure your check will be arriving in the mail in the next day or two. Maybe there'll be a Mark sighting, too, and then all your troubles will be over!!!!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Don't worry, Mar. I'm sure your check will be arriving in the mail in the next day or two. Maybe there'll be a Mark sighting, too, and then all your troubles will be over!!!!

Don't I wish that those were my two worst troubles.

[matysgranma]

Received checks today from idratherbeinwdw (no more worries about the check, Mar), stimpy, mickeyndvcfan, and apurplebrat. Thanks, guys. I'll pm each of you just in case you don't read this.

[matysgranma]

Received your checks, jiggerj (sigh of relief!) and athenna. Thanks girls!

[athenna]

Woo hoo!!!
:thumbsup:

[jiggerj]

Received your checks, jiggerj (sigh of relief!) and athenna. Thanks girls!

Phew!!!! I was starting to bugout!

[Simba's Mom]

Oh, oh-I'm starting to get a little nervous here. I probably shouldn't though-this part of Texas is more like being in Mexico, making it an international journey for our mail up to the Chicago area. I hope you get my check soon-I did mail it on the way to my mammogram on Tuesday.

[matysgranma]

Oh, oh-I'm starting to get a little nervous here. I probably shouldn't though-this part of Texas is more like being in Mexico, making it an international journey for our mail up to the Chicago area. I hope you get my check soon-I did mail it on the way to my mammogram on Tuesday.
Don't worry just yet, Dorothy. Between YOUR postal service and CHICAGO's, let's hope it gets here before December. I promise I'll let you know as soon as the check arrives.

[Lisa]

Sometimes the longest part of our postal journey is fromt the kitchen counter to the mailbox!! :bagovermy

I would expect mine to be there tomorrow since it wasn't on Sat.

[matysgranma]

Sometimes the longest part of our postal journey is fromt the kitchen counter to the mailbox!! :bagovermy

I would expect mine to be there tomorrow since it wasn't on Sat.
I'll keep my eyes open for it, Lisa, and I'll let you know soon as it arrives!

[matysgranma]

Here's an update on checks received today: Rozzie, SimbasMom, Lisa, KathySeb and erikthewise. Thanks, everyone, for their promptness!

[idratherbeinwdw]

Hey all! I am not sure if this was mentioned somewhere in this thread, but here's some info from allears about Illuminations during the month of December:
"And as an extra festive bonus, "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth," the nighttime spectacular featuring fireworks, water and lasers, will have a touch of holiday magic added to its finale."

I had known this but forgot all about it. So woohoo we'll be seeing an extra-special version of Illuminations together. :woohoodan

[matysgranma]

Hey all! I am not sure if this was mentioned somewhere in this thread, but here's some info from allears about Illuminations during the month of December:
"And as an extra festive bonus, "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth," the nighttime spectacular featuring fireworks, water and lasers, will have a touch of holiday magic added to its finale."

I had known this but forgot all about it. So woohoo we'll be seeing an extra-special version of Illuminations together. :woohoodan
Thanks, Mar. We already knew it was going to be a magical gathering, but now with this news......can it get any better!!!!!!:woohoodan :woohoodan

[Rozzie]

I had known this but forgot all about it. So woohoo we'll be seeing an extra-special version of Illuminations together. :woohoodan

This is going to be awesome! :goob:

[athenna]

Someone better have tissues at the ready! Let There Be Peace on Earth wipes me out:crymeariv No worries, I'll just block my ears:hahahaha:

[jiggerj]

Someone better have tissues at the ready! Let There Be Peace on Earth wipes me out:crymeariv No worries, I'll just block my ears:hahahaha:

I will bring the tissues girlfriend! Illuminations always has me bawling- Having never seen Let There Be Peace on Earth so I can just imagine what a blubbering mess I am gonna be-

CANT WAIT! :D

[KNWVIKING]

That's right. You girls blow your nose & wipe your eyes.Meanwhile, I'll be packing away the leftover deserts.

[zulaya]

:yummy: You'll have to fight me for 'em Viking!:yummy: :tongue:

[matysgranma]

That's right. You girls blow your nose & wipe your eyes.Meanwhile, I'll be packing away the leftover deserts.
Hey, I think they'll be using that kleenex to wipe their eyes and THEN to carry all their extra desserts over to Jellyrolls. I can see the dessert table we'll have over at Jellyrolls. Booze, drinks and (if you get lucky, Viking) cleavage. Gosh, what more could a Viking want!!!!!

[KNWVIKING]

Booze, drinks and (if you get lucky, Viking) cleavage. Gosh, what more could a Viking want!!!!!

I really don't think I should answer that.

[KNWVIKING]

Having never seen Let There Be Peace on Earth so I can just imagine what a blubbering mess I am gonna be-


Yeah, there's nothing quite like hearing the melodic sounds of " letttt there be peace on earthhhhh " with massive ariel explosions going off. Even I get a little misty.

[matysgranma]

I will bring the tissues girlfriend! Illuminations always has me bawling- Having never seen Let There Be Peace on Earth so I can just imagine what a blubbering mess I am gonna be-

CANT WAIT! :D
I'm with you, Laura. I can never figure out WHY I get so blubbery, but it happens. Compound in with great friends AND the holiday theming (which I have seen and it's awesome), I tend to think there'll be a bunch of us blubberers!!!