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[MyRapunzal]

Originally Posted by amandal

Ok - I think I got confused because the sig still has the orig dates with Jan 09 . . . . Well, I'm looking foward to hearing about more of your plans!!

Thanks for the heads up actually! I changed my sig today! And my PTR title! I figured this is only going to be Part I so I might as well make it clear!

Originally Posted by KandJluvdisney

great choice mel
just as a sidenote - my dishes are on the way!!
I think you will be happy with your descision
can't wait to read more

OMG! I was JUST thinking about you before I logged on! My mom ordered me the dishes too!!!!!!! (Well I have to pay her back but I wasnt going to get them for a while and she was using some 30% off discount) so it was perfect timing! I got the light blue (Atta Boy Blue) what color did you get? Did you get any accessories? Sa-weet!

[RobDVC]

Here's a vote for 12/19-12/23.
Love the basket!

[mestitch]

I'm finally all caught up again
I haven't seen that guide book! I'll have to check that one out ! And way to score on the teacher discount

I know people have already responded but I thought I'd add my two cents...
To anyone who has stayed at Wilderness Lodge
7. How convienent is the boat service?
When we stayed at the WL we took the boat to the MK obviously... and one morning we went to the CR to ride the monorail to the MK b/c we just missed that boat but it took a little longer. We just took the bus to everywhere else and did not really feel like we had any problems with the busses.
8. How far is the bus ride to Animal Kingdom?
I don't think it took longer than 20 minutes not counting wait time. We did have to stop at BB on the way though.
9. Is there anywhere I can see MK from my room?
We requested a Woods View in the North Wing and we were on the second floor, overlooking a little pond. Through the trees we could see the CR and the monorail and at night we were able to see Wishes above the trees. I think this is as much as you can get......
Make sure you take some time to go down to the boat dock to catch the Electrical Water Pageant Parade. We did that one night after we were downpoured on in Epcot. It was still lightning but it was really nice... a very relaxing, romantical type moment being down there watching the parade during the storm.

We both absolutely LOVED the WL so I know you'll enjoy it!

[MyRapunzal]

Originally Posted by RobDVC

Here's a vote for 12/19-12/23.
Love the basket!

Thanks! I have decided to go with those dates so I am glad you posted today! It made me feel very validated!

Originally Posted by mestitch

I'm finally all caught up again
I haven't seen that guide book! I'll have to check that one out ! And way to score on the teacher discount

I know people have already responded but I thought I'd add my two cents...
To anyone who has stayed at Wilderness Lodge
7. How convienent is the boat service?
When we stayed at the WL we took the boat to the MK obviously... and one morning we went to the CR to ride the monorail to the MK b/c we just missed that boat but it took a little longer. We just took the bus to everywhere else and did not really feel like we had any problems with the busses.
8. How far is the bus ride to Animal Kingdom?
I don't think it took longer than 20 minutes not counting wait time. We did have to stop at BB on the way though.
9. Is there anywhere I can see MK from my room?
We requested a Woods View in the North Wing and we were on the second floor, overlooking a little pond. Through the trees we could see the CR and the monorail and at night we were able to see Wishes above the trees. I think this is as much as you can get......
Make sure you take some time to go down to the boat dock to catch the Electrical Water Pageant Parade. We did that one night after we were downpoured on in Epcot. It was still lightning but it was really nice... a very relaxing, romantical type moment being down there watching the parade during the storm.

We both absolutely LOVED the WL so I know you'll enjoy it!

Wow! Thanks for the tips you answered one of my next questions- whats the quickest way to get to Epcot. We will probably test the monorail because, well, its the monorail but end up on the bus as well.

[KandJluvdisney]

aw thanks
I got one set each of broomstick brown and goofy yellow
I plan on getting another set each maybe next month the only thing that stinks about them is that is that they are one plate,cup, etc
I did not get any accessories this time - I was planning on buying a serving bowl and the salt and pepper shakers but it was not in the budget ( Juan does know that he owes me more for my birthday/our anniversary) and I will collect
yeah those dates I think will work all the way around
hurry back with more please

[MyRapunzal]

Originally Posted by KandJluvdisney

aw thanks
I got one set each of broomstick brown and goofy yellow
I plan on getting another set each maybe next month the only thing that stinks about them is that is that they are one plate,cup, etc
I did not get any accessories this time - I was planning on buying a serving bowl and the salt and pepper shakers but it was not in the budget ( Juan does know that he owes me more for my birthday/our anniversary) and I will collect
yeah those dates I think will work all the way around
hurry back with more please

I like your color combo! Good choices! I have blue curtains that have little hidden mickeys in them and some of the ratatouille kitchen stuff so the light blue worked good.

I really only planned on ordering new servingware... but when my mom had all these coupon codes and what so now I ended up ordering my plates. I wanted to get the serving dish and/or bowl but I ended up getting the pitcher. The salt and pepper shakers are adorable, I have these other ones from a few years ago that are like dinner style with red micky on them. Anyways, that is so awesome! I rarely find anyone (even on the boards) who has Disneyed up their kitchen!

In any case, I am at work but I will be back soon with more vacation deets!

[PrincessSharon]

Mel, I'm sure you'll be happy with those dates. And I'll be at WDW with my family for the first couple of days of your trip, so I might even get to meet you! And that basket is so cute! Can't wait for more details!

[scdisneyfan]

I think you will have such a grand time at that time of the year and those dates are great! Its so magical being there at christmas well at least i thought so.....I gotta get to Barnes and Noble and get those books even though i dont get the discount. My problem with that place is once i get in there you cant drag me from either the travel or romance section....i usually end up spending so much money because i'm drinking that wonderful starbucks and the atomosphere is just right*LOL*
I am thinking of going on Disney shopping and getting the disney brights jacket...its blue...hey BTW did you get that blue ipod yet??? when you get it let me know i found this 3rd generation mickey ipod sleeve for it on ebay..its super cute...you should look into it if you get that...

R U counting down to Sex and the city...i started a thread on the TV forum...come help us count down!

[MyRapunzal]

Originally Posted by PrincessSharon

Mel, I'm sure you'll be happy with those dates. And I'll be at WDW with my family for the first couple of days of your trip, so I might even get to meet you! And that basket is so cute! Can't wait for more details!

I guess your father couldn't resist after the way you describe him dropping you off at the airport your last trip! lol! At least I know I have some P-Sha TRs to read in the meantime! You will be there and back a half dozen times between my trips! What would I do without you??

Originally Posted by scdisneyfan

I think you will have such a grand time at that time of the year and those dates are great! Its so magical being there at christmas well at least i thought so.....I gotta get to Barnes and Noble and get those books even though i dont get the discount. My problem with that place is once i get in there you cant drag me from either the travel or romance section....i usually end up spending so much money because i'm drinking that wonderful starbucks and the atomosphere is just right*LOL*
I am thinking of going on Disney shopping and getting the disney brights jacket...its blue...hey BTW did you get that blue ipod yet??? when you get it let me know i found this 3rd generation mickey ipod sleeve for it on ebay..its super cute...you should look into it if you get that...

R U counting down to Sex and the city...i started a thread on the TV forum...come help us count down!

I know JUST what you mean about Barnes and Nobles. I buy books that I am like... what am I going to do with this??? lol! Last time I went in there I randomly bought a People magizine crossword puzzler book and I am addicted to it! Oh and BTW, I love the Disney brights collection so much!!!!!!!!!!!!
PS- I am headed over to find your S&tC Thread right now!!

[MyRapunzal]

Well, with all of my shenanigans (did I spell that awesome word, right?) I thought it would be a good idea to post a nice update about my planning progress.

Official Dates: December 19th to 23rd (no more changsies!)

I haven't gone through to switch an itinerary or chose some dining choices BUT that is mainly because we now have a 2009 trip in the making. (Just a weekend- 3 days/2 nights- but it gives me some face time with the mouse so I am happy.) Over the next couple weeks I will have some actual dates for that AND I will be able to go through the TouringPlans.com and TGMike sites and chose some parks for the days and whatnot.

So whats on my mind?
Holiday Happenings, Rides we've never been on, and brand new experiences!!

• Castle Dreamlights at MK
• MVMCP (P= Parade!!)
• Osborne Lights (a past fav)
• And maybe the Jingle Jungle and Holly Day Parades!
• Test Track (never been)
• Maelstrom (again, never been)
• New Pixar rides (We skipped Laugh Floor this summer and the new Toy Story game ride)
• Seven Seas Lagoon
• MK area resort!!! Wilderness Lodge! (Still can't believe we will be only a boatride away!)
• Segway Tour (still not sure if I am going to go for this or not)
• Grand Floridian Photographer session (maybe if I am lucky to celebrate something special! )

Eventually, I am going to make a Part II of this thread since its getting pretty long with all these changes and decisions!

[mcc0313]

Glad you got your dates straight...I think you will have a wonderful time that week (and it always feels good knowing you have another trip in the works...we are going for the DoD in May for a long weekend and I am super excited...)

Can't wait to hear more of your plans...

[mestitch]

I think you should really try to do the Segway tour! We really enjoyed our time on the tour

And lots of new things for you to do!!!

[amandal]

You are going to be sooooo glad you decided on Christmas time to visit. Danny actually loves it that time the best - both of our December trips were his decision (as both years we had just gone in September ). The castle dreamlights are awesome in person and so are Osbourne!!! I hope the photo session is going to be something special . You will love WL - if you want me to post my pics, just let me know!! Looking forward to more - and don't forget to link your second thread to your siggie so I don't miss it!!

[jhoshowski]

Mel - my kitchen is Disney!! I have Chef Mickey stuff. It is white with French Blue trim; Mickey is wearing a chef's hat and apron. I have pretty much everything they were selling, right down to the sink stopper. LOVE IT!!

[MyRapunzal]

Originally Posted by mcc0313

Glad you got your dates straight...I think you will have a wonderful time that week (and it always feels good knowing you have another trip in the works...we are going for the DoD in May for a long weekend and I am super excited...)

Can't wait to hear more of your plans...

Thats so cool you guys will be there for DoD! I originally was planning early May but my goal to go down there is for a 5k and they changed the schedule around. I just wanted to see FGF! Another time though! WDW is always waiting for me!! lol!

Originally Posted by mestitch

I think you should really try to do the Segway tour! We really enjoyed our time on the tour
And lots of new things for you to do!!!

Do you have pics from it in a TR that I missed somewhere? I would love to see someones "real time" point of view. I think an added bonus would be that we would have to get up early (Rob likes to sleep until 9 or 10 on vacation so I usually find myself wandering the resort alone for a bit each morning).

Originally Posted by amandal

You are going to be sooooo glad you decided on Christmas time to visit. Danny actually loves it that time the best - both of our December trips were his decision (as both years we had just gone in September ). The castle dreamlights are awesome in person and so are Osbourne!!! I hope the photo session is going to be something special . You will love WL - if you want me to post my pics, just let me know!! Looking forward to more - and don't forget to link your second thread to your siggie so I don't miss it!!

I am really excited for the Castle Lights! And last years Osborne was WAY better than when we saw it in 2006 (at least thats how it looks in all the pics I saw). I would to see more photos of WL! I have looked through the ones on AlllEars.net like 10x! lol!

Originally Posted by jhoshowski

Mel - my kitchen is Disney!! I have Chef Mickey stuff. It is white with French Blue trim; Mickey is wearing a chef's hat and apron. I have pretty much everything they were selling, right down to the sink stopper. LOVE IT!!

OMG! Thats so awesome! I have a bit of a mish-mash but try to pull everything together with blues and reds. Once I get my new stuff I will post some pictures up. I vaguely remember the chef mickey... the ones I am thinking of said something like "Gourmet Mickey" or something like that on the potholder. Similar to the WDW cookbook cover. I have to get a few things when we head down to WDW- #1 on my list is a sugar bowl and creamer.