Star Wars Weekends: Episode IV - New Hope(s) May/June 2012 About This Page:

[Linnynad]

OH Kelly, I don't know about either of those. Small yes, but you still have quite a few things to stash in there. I know I'm on a Vera Bradley kick lately, but they have a small hipster crossbody that might be good for what you need.

[Shelley the Pooh]

If I were choosing between the two, I'd probably go with the Banjees as it looks to hold more than the Phubby.

The perpetual bag debate, does it ever end?

[Cam22]

Originally Posted by lauriep

Both styles look great, but the Banjees looks maybe a bit more versatile? I wish I could get away with just a wristlet, but can't seem to pare things down that much.

I was thinking the same thing as the second looks but very small. Just like Laurie I can't get away with a small bag. But my Kilimanjaro Safari backpack is great for now.

[OhToodles!]

Originally Posted by lauriep

Both styles look great, but the Banjees looks maybe a bit more versatile? I wish I could get away with just a wristlet, but can't seem to pare things down that much.

If it weren't for the boys I'd carry just the stuff I had to. I don't mind leaving their bags with the stroller as there won't be anything of 'value' in them.

Originally Posted by Colexis Mom

The phubby looks cool, but doesn't look like you can fit more than your phone!

Other sites say there's a pocket on the reverse side for id, cc, etc. I sure hope that's true!

Originally Posted by Linnynad

OH Kelly, I don't know about either of those. Small yes, but you still have quite a few things to stash in there. I know I'm on a Vera Bradley kick lately, but they have a small hipster crossbody that might be good for what you need.

I have a rather small phone - and camera now. The camera will probably be out all the time and I may actually put it on a lanyard. Ususally I just make Mike stick everything in his pockets but I have a feeling we'll be split up more this trip.
I do have a 31 bag I plan to use when we don't have to haul diapers with us, so that could be my backup.

Originally Posted by Shelley the Pooh

If I were choosing between the two, I'd probably go with the Banjees as it looks to hold more than the Phubby.

The perpetual bag debate, does it ever end?

No! Never ever! Before kids I'd start the trip with a bag, then a smaller bag, and finally end up with nothing and make Mike carry everything. Isn't that why cargo shorts were invented?

Originally Posted by Cam22

I was thinking the same thing as the second looks but very small. Just like Laurie I can't get away with a small bag. But my Kilimanjaro Safari backpack is great for now.

I'm all about the small. At home all i carry is a wristlet. Unless I have Lukas - he requires more things.

[Shelley the Pooh]

Originally Posted by OhToodles!

No! Never ever! Before kids I'd start the trip with a bag, then a smaller bag, and finally end up with nothing and make Mike carry everything. Isn't that why cargo shorts were invented?

This is David's job too! I usually will carry my ID and some monies (c/c, d/c or cash) and have David carry camera, phone, etc, anything a little more bulky.

I do believe that is why cargo shorts were invented.

[KMB733]

Both look cool, but I think the Banjees look like it would fit more.

[ilovedisney247]

I don't know that I could ever go with a bag that small and having it dangle off of my wrist would annoy me to no end. I usually go with a crossbody or the bagalinni messenger bag. I'm thinking I might go with cargo shorts next week.

[goofyboysmama]

I'm totally jealous on you being able to choose from such small stylish wallets! I love my big ol camera, so I have to carry a camera bag. I think I'm with everyone else - I like the Banjees.

[OhToodles!]

Originally Posted by KMB733

Both look cool, but I think the Banjees look like it would fit more.

Very true.

Originally Posted by ilovedisney247

I don't know that I could ever go with a bag that small and having it dangle off of my wrist would annoy me to no end. I usually go with a crossbody or the bagalinni messenger bag. I'm thinking I might go with cargo shorts next week.

Maybe I should just invest on more bottoms with pockets.

Originally Posted by goofyboysmama

I'm totally jealous on you being able to choose from such small stylish wallets! I love my big ol camera, so I have to carry a camera bag. I think I'm with everyone else - I like the Banjees.

I just got a Canon Powershot for Chrismtas and I love that it's tiny enough to fit in my pocket, but still takes great photos!


I'll probably make a decision tonight. I'll let you know tomorrow what I've decided.

[OhToodles!]

On Friday, the rest of the celebrities were announced for SWW and this is who will be there the weekend we’ll be there:

• Jake Lloyd (Anakin Skywalker – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
• Silas Carson (Nute Gunray/Ki-Adi-Mundi – Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace)
• (Star Wars: The Clone Wars voice talent – currently TBD)

Well, almost. I’m assuming they’re having trouble getting someone for the Clone Wars voice. Not sure – all other weekends are full. I’m going to hold out for Matt Lanter.

Not sure if anyone is overly excited about them, but Dylan likes ‘the kid’ aka young Anakin from Episode 1, so it might be neat for him to meet Jake Lloyd.

The weekend was spent with family celebrating Easter. Boys got way too much stuff and are spoiled rotten. For non-FB people here are a few pictures from the weekend:
















Today I ordered a back-up battery for my camera for the trip and decided on the Phubby Sport wrist wallet. I got it in black – figured it would go with anything. I think the main things I’ll carry in it are my phone, all the cards (debit, room, AP, DVC, TiW, gift, etc) and some cash. I’ll have the digital camera and a small video camera (like a Flip), but those will be out most of the time anyway and when they aren’t Mike can carry them in his pockets. J

All the other things that are carried with small children will go in cinch top backpacks the boys got for Christmas. They match, but have their initials embroidered on them – each has a different color. In those I’ll pack an extra outfit inside a Ziploc bag, wipes, diapers for Lukas, snacks, and a cup. I did order these freezable wine bottle holders:

I plan to use them for possibly getting a bottle of wine to Disney but also to keep bottled water or sippy cups cold during the day.

Now I need to start figuring out the packing list, get the flight attendant gift bags finished, organize the carry on stuff, and order groceries. There’s more stuff, but that’s the main things.


Han Solo: Stay sharp. There's two more coming in. They're gonna try and cut us off.
Luke: Why don't you outrun them? I thought you said this thing was fast!
Han Solo: Watch your mouth, kid, or you're gonna find yourself floating home! We'll be safe enough once we make the jump to hyperspace. Besides, I know a few maneuvers. We'll lose 'em.
[the ship shudders as an explosion flashes outside the window]
Han Solo: Here's where the fun begins.
Obi-Wan: How long before you can make the jump to light speed?
Han Solo: It'll take a few moments to get the coordinates from the navi-computer.
[the ship begins to rock violently as lasers hit it]
Luke: Are you kidding? At the rate they're gaining...?
Han Solo: Traveling through hyperspace ain't like dusting crops, boy! Without precise calculations we could fly right through a star, or bounce too close to a supernova and that'd end your trip real quick, wouldn't it.
Luke: [notices a flashing light] ... What's that flashing?
Han Solo: [slaps Luke's hand away] We're losing a deflector shield. Go strap yourselves in. I'm going to make the jump to light speed.
[And so they do]

[lauriep]

Wonderful Easter pics. Those wine carriers look perfect for the parks (for water, that is)!

[sc507]

Great pics from Easter

Those wine bottle holders look really neat!

[chezp]

Looks like a great Easter weekend! I'll have to keep an eye out for those freezeable wine bottle holders, they look very useful.

[Colexis Mom]

Great pics from your weekend!

[stardust190]

Great pictures from Easter. It's so fun to watch the little ones run around after eggs. How much egg dye got spilled at your house? My son spilled quite a bit. Not to mention his hands were blue for a few days. And where did you find those wine bottle cooler things? Brilliant for keeping sippies and such cool. And they're not too bulky either.