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Old 08-09-2012, 10:01 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I have been gone for a looong time as life became an unbearable roller coaster one I couldn't get off!! But one day I was thinking of things to make my DH happy, short story he is disabled and not happy about it, and it came to me. Disney. We have been struggling for the past 4 years and I decided I could no longer do it. I was going to go Disney, to my happy place, even if it meant saving for three years before I could go. It was the planning I missed. The friends and stories and what not. So I am going. And Planning But most of all I have a dream again.

As I logged on for the first time, I wondered what was new. What had happened to everyone and I found the good and the sad But somehow I had forgotten that I was NOT alone and THERE ARE other people who struggle with everyday life. I will still struggle with daily life but I can always count on my fellow PP'ers to make me smile. So
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Oh it's so good to have you back with us. So sorry about the roller coaster ride you've been on. Hopefully from here on in, things will be smoother.

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We've all been on that roller coaster from time to time. Glad to hear you're back and in the planning stages of a Disney trip.
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Having something to look forward. Best thing ever!
I'm sorry things haven't been going well for your family, but I'm glad to see that you are trying your best to turn things around and come out with some positives. Good luck with everything!
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It is so good to see you back here on the boards and posting!
I am sorry that you and your family have been going through tough times! But, it sounds like you are trying to turn things around with your positive thoughts and looking forward to something that will hopefully make everyone in your family happy!
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Welcome back! I've been on a roller coaster or two myself in the last few years. So I completely understand. I'm glad you're planning again. Dreams are important. You will make this one come true.
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