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I, too, remember Dr. Don's sense of humor. He had my DS hysterical with laughter when he gave him the dried elephant "poo" and proceeded to tell him he could throw it at me. My boys still talk about the amazing vet they met at Disney.
And yes, I continue to save for a visit to Africa. I have to get to Alaska first.
This isn't really part of the PTR, but it has me even more excited about my trip. I just saw Dr Don Neiffer on the Today Show. He was one of my favorite vets at Disney and he's now Chief Veterinarian at the National Zoo. He was announcing the birth of the twin pandas last night. Very exciting to see him and the new babies!
Oh wow, that's so exciting! I was just at the National Zoo last month, but I didn't know one of the pandas was expecting. Now we'll have a reason to go back soon!
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That is a neat Disney connection. Pandas are my favorite! I missed the announcement of twins. How exciting!
It is exciting. Pandas have twins 50% of the time, so it's not at all unusual, but two pandas babies are better than one!
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I, too, remember Dr. Don's sense of humor. He had my DS hysterical with laughter when he gave him the dried elephant "poo" and proceeded to tell him he could throw it at me. My boys still talk about the amazing vet they met at Disney.
And yes, I continue to save for a visit to Africa. I have to get to Alaska first.
I'm so glad your boys have a fun memory of Don's time at WDW. I'll miss him, but it's very cool that he has the job of Chief Vet at the National Zoo.
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Oh wow, that's so exciting! I was just at the National Zoo last month, but I didn't know one of the pandas was expecting. Now we'll have a reason to go back soon!
I don't think the vets really knew yet, either. It's hard to tell with pandas!
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Wanting to get in on this before I get to far behind. Looking forward to all the live updates at the AK vet window. So interesting.
Thanks for joining in. The first vet window visit should be Sunday morning.
FP+…. The rides are fun, but there are fewer and fewer that I can do without ill effects, so I really am not worried about FP. I did, however, make a FP for the Safari for every single day! That’s 10 safaris!! I know I won’t do all of them because it’s bound to rain a few days, but that’s the only ride I really would be sorry to miss. The other FP for AK I let the system pick for me, and I scheduled them early so if I do go to another park later in the day I may be able to get more FP. For Wednesday mornings, when the Vet window is closed, I’ll go to Epcot one day and DHS the other, so I will get some early time at all three parks.
The extras….. Do I get Memory Maker or Tables in Wonderland? In the end I decided on NO to both, but I’m open to being convinced otherwise. I love the idea of getting some photos of myself with MM, but I don’t do any character meals or any rides that have photos, so I don’t think I’ll get it. I really don’t need tons of photos of myself and can get other guests or CMs to oblige here and there. TIW just doesn’t make sense with my iffy dining plans. I have the DVC and AP discounts to work with, and that should be fine.
Why solo? Many people have asked me why I don’t invite a friend on this trip to help me with luggage and other fetching and carrying. My answer? I have enjoyed all of my trips, both alone and with friends, but I truly love being alone and I think of my “normal” trip as a trip when I’m on my own. I want my farewell tour to be as close as possible to my ideal trip. I find when you’re sick what you crave is normality and, for me, “normal” is solo. Besides, I won’t really be alone…I’ll have you folks to chat with when I post my report at the end of each day!
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I too decide against the Memory Maker as it will be just me and the DH this trip. If something happens and I need pay for images later or by a cd at full price I can.
Looking forward to your updates.. not long now. Are you packed yet?
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sounds like a good idea to take the train. i am thinking of doing a solo trip end of january early february, the reason why at that time is because it's the value season and to escape our horrible winters. the reason solo, is that i have nobody to go with me, used to go with my daughter, but it is now impossible, she has a 2 month old baby and they can't financially.
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Laurie, we loved memory maker and TIW, but we really, really used them both!! If you aren't sure of your plans, I think you should save the money to spend elsewhere. Just my two cents but you are right about photographers being willing to take photos with your camera as well! I know you will be happy with all of those Safaris booked! I love my family so much, but I also enjoy solo trips!! I love the freedom of just being able to do what you want, when you want!
I think you made the right decision with not getting Memory Maker or TiW. I'm sure other guests or Photopass photographers will be happy to take your photo whenever you want.
Some good insight into your trip. By going solo you are your own boss and you won't have any conflicts with anyone regarding planning and things you want to do!
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How cool that you have 10 FP+ for KS! I love it! I think your reasoning on not getting either MM or TiW is sensible. I have sometimes wondered about our getting every single trip as it has gotten quite pricey. I admire your ability to travel solo. And I'll definitely be looking for your daily updates to tag along.
I too decide against the Memory Maker as it will be just me and the DH this trip. If something happens and I need pay for images later or by a cd at full price I can.
Looking forward to your updates.. not long now. Are you packed yet?
I began packing last week because I can only manage a bit each day. It's not easy managing all this as I get around the apartment with a walker! It's getting done, though.
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so nice that you get to do another trip to WDW. like you say, you might as well enjoy it while you can.
No sense in stopping the fun of life!
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sounds like a good idea to take the train. i am thinking of doing a solo trip end of january early february, the reason why at that time is because it's the value season and to escape our horrible winters. the reason solo, is that i have nobody to go with me, used to go with my daughter, but it is now impossible, she has a 2 month old baby and they can't financially.
Solo trips are wonderful if you have the temperament for it. If you're used to traveling with a certain person, it can be hard to go solo. Just be selfish, though-- do as you please all day every day!
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Laurie, we loved memory maker and TIW, but we really, really used them both!! If you aren't sure of your plans, I think you should save the money to spend elsewhere. Just my two cents but you are right about photographers being willing to take photos with your camera as well! I know you will be happy with all of those Safaris booked! I love my family so much, but I also enjoy solo trips!! I love the freedom of just being able to do what you want, when you want!
Solo trips are awesome! I've gotten some great photos with memory maker in the past, but since I'm not doing any character meals or rides with photos it seemed pricey this time. As you suggest, I'll have the photographers use my camera on occasion.
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I think you made the right decision with not getting Memory Maker or TiW. I'm sure other guests or Photopass photographers will be happy to take your photo whenever you want.
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The TiW definitely wouldn't make sense this time. I hope I don't regret passing up MM.
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Some good insight into your trip. By going solo you are your own boss and you won't have any conflicts with anyone regarding planning and things you want to do!
Exactly! And I won't feel bad if I have to go back to the room or spend a whole day there. I'd hate to ruin plans for someone else.
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I think having your vacation exactly the way you want, is how it should be. If you are happiest solo, I say go for it!
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How cool that you have 10 FP+ for KS! I love it! I think your reasoning on not getting either MM or TiW is sensible. I have sometimes wondered about our getting every single trip as it has gotten quite pricey. I admire your ability to travel solo. And I'll definitely be looking for your daily updates to tag along.
I think if you do as many character meets as you and Luke do, it's worth it! You've gotten some wonderful photos.
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