Excuse me, but I don't camp... A PTR - Page 16 - PassPorter - A Community of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and General Travel Forums
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Thank you to each of you who were a part of this community. You made it possible.
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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
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Moving on with the current of the years.
We go on
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Ever on with each rising sun.
To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
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Amazing what a little bit of trim will do, isn't it???
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Jennifer / Eeyore is my favorite!! OMG - He's sooooo grown up!!!! And an EAGLE SCOUT!! I can still remember my cute little Tiger Cub! 2016 Reading Goal - 75 books
I love your frames!! The textured paint looks really nice! I love your beach theme too! Glad the rain stopped and you were able to get it all done and plant your Mom's flowers as well. Not much longer now!
Wow!! What a difference that made to the overall look of the mirror and bathroom. Ya'll did an awesome job on this project. And really like the textured paint. Very cool!!
Am really enjoying reading the trip report and looking forward to hearing all about your camping adventures.
I hope your last day of work before vacay goes well. Enjoy your relax day tomorrow and have a safe and magical trip!! Can't wait to read all about your camping experience!
Great changes. That really does make a difference.
It made more of a difference than I thought it would.
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Love the framed mirrors - they look great!!
Thanks!
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Frames look great! Thank goodness that rain took a break, I was getting a little tired of it! You're halfway thru the week to vacation time!!
Ugh, I know!! What was up with the weather down here?!
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Originally Posted by xwewhisper
Such a little project makes such a big difference! Looks great
I'm really thrilled with it.
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Amazing what a little bit of trim will do, isn't it???
It took a lot of work, but it just completes the room.
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Originally Posted by shazza
Frames look great.
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Coop
Frames look great! Almost there! Have a great trip - stay safe!
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Cam22
Your frames for the mirrors are great!
Thank you!
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I love your frames!! The textured paint looks really nice! I love your beach theme too! Glad the rain stopped and you were able to get it all done and plant your Mom's flowers as well. Not much longer now!
$8 in supplies; 3 days of hard work. Glad it's finally done!
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Wow!! What a difference that made to the overall look of the mirror and bathroom. Ya'll did an awesome job on this project. And really like the textured paint. Very cool!!
Am really enjoying reading the trip report and looking forward to hearing all about your camping adventures.
Isn't it crazy how it just upgrades the overall look?
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Last day of work for you!!!
My last day of work before my vaca is tomorrow, so I'm a bit jealous
Aww, you are so sweet to check in and say that to me. Good luck getting through your last day. I think I'd be more stressed with it being Friday. I figured if I forgot anything vital I could always swing back in tomorrow.
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I'm catching up on your PTR and I love your frames!!! They really make a huge difference
1 day now--have a safe, fun trip
Thanks! I appreciate everyone saying they like them.
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I hope your last day of work before vacay goes well. Enjoy your relax day tomorrow and have a safe and magical trip!! Can't wait to read all about your camping experience!
I made it though the day. I actually feel good about leaving. I worked really hard the first few days so that today wouldn't be too bad. I went to my meeting, went back to my office, handled some patient issues, touched base with and retrained my replacement, finalized some chart issues, and touched up some odds and ends. Overall, NOT a stressful day!
Tomorrow was supposed to be my off day to pack and get ready. Well, it still is, but now we have to add to it.
So Thursday I gave hubby a "honey-do" list. He got most of it done. One of the things that needed to be done was to get the dog groomed because she was starting to look like a floor mop. Well I asked him to please give her the heartworm medication before he took her. He calls me to tell me he can't find it. I know exactly where it is and I tell him. He insists it's not there. So, I told him to run to the vet and go get another box. While he's there, the vet tells him that Julie needs another bordatella shot, especially because she's about to go get groomed and it's been 6 months. There goes more $$
Then we take the dog to the groomer. At least that was the usual and customary price.
Then, I get home and get the mail only to open a letter which says my car has a recall on it due to the RPM's dipping on sudden stops that can cause the vehicle to stall. Well, that didn't please me especially since it's a new car so I had to call to make an appointment for that. Since I do mostly highway driving, I didn't think this was a repair that should wait. Besides, we need an oil change. I was going to wait until we got back, but whatever, it can be done now. We have a service plan so it costs us nothing. That service appointment is 7:30am on FRIDAY My.hair.day. SERIOUSLY?!
Well, I just decide to let it go and what will be will be, when I hear "crack" and Michael comes walking down the hall holding part of the A/C drain. Wonderful. Add that to the list. He broke it trying to fix the drain line because it had filled and caused the air to turn off.
THEN, hubby broke my lap top. I was nearly in tears because I was counting on it for the trip and I have been working so hard the past few weeks that all I could see was having to take time to go get it repaired and more money flying out the window I don't normally complain about the bills I have to pay, but you get to a point where you don't want to spend anymore on anything. We're not hurting, I just don't wanna spend it and after everything that had already happened, I was at my breaking point. I cooled down a bit and got the laptop up and running.
A/C drain got fixed.
I'm having the cleaning lady come tomorrow because I just can't do anymore without losing my mind
I was supposed to go shopping tonight for groceries so I can freeze everything, but hubby just came home with a pizza and I think I'll just worry about it tomorrow.
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Well I asked him to please give her the heartworm medication before he took her. He calls me to tell me he can't find it. I know exactly where it is and I tell him. He insists it's not there. So, I told him to run to the vet and go get another box. While he's there, the vet tells him that Julie needs another bordatella shot, especially because she's about to go get groomed and it's been 6 months. There goes more $$ 
My.hair.day. SERIOUSLY?!
and after everything that had already happened, I was at my breaking point. I cooled down a bit and got the laptop up and running. 
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