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I always get a bit frustrated when trying to pack all the electronics. We're now an Apple only family, so luckily the iPhones and iPads can all use the same power cord. This helps lessen how many we need to pack.
I do hope you can chime in with updates on the train, I'm really looking forward to hearing about that part of your adventure. Also, a surprise PP meet sounds like exciting! I'm still trying to make my way up to Boston, but whenever I get up that way I'll be sure to let you know.
I'll definitely document the train trip for you, Jenny. If I can't post while on the train, I'll do it Saturday night from WDW. Please do let me know if you're Boston-bound!
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Glad you've just about gotten the packing done! I'm packing for our trip overnight to Glasgow, and find that even for that short a trip, we've got to take a number of electronics. So nice to squeeze in a PP meet, too.
I know, even for a weekend we need all that gear. It adds so much weight, too.
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Good to hear you have most of your packing done! That's great that you'll be able to take part in a PP meet....details? Hope the weather cooperates and Erika doesn't hamper your vacation in any way!
It's a "surprise PP meet", Dave! You'll just have to be patient!
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It's almost time! Good luck with the final packing and charging of electronics!
Thanks, Marnie! At this time tomorrow I'll be an hour out of NYC!
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Glad your packing is about done. Taking longer just makes the anticipation that much better. Can't wIt to hear all about your trip!
Thanks, Pris! I've had quite enough of the anticipation by now. Ready for the real thing!
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Not trying to hijack, but I assume you saw that one of our little panda cubs died yesterday? Mom wasn't willing to switch the cubs out, and the one that was smallest (only THREE OUNCES!) just couldn't make it. They do think the other (all 4.? ounces of him/her) is doing well, though.
Hope you finish all the packing, and are ready for that train to take you south - to the Bubble!
Yes, I did see that sad story about the panda cub. I hope the other little one makes it.
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Thanks, Pam! I'm smiling, too!
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Laurie, didn't you rent a rainproof scooter on your last trip, to use in case of bad weather? Is that not a good option? I do remember that you kind of hated working with it.
Too bad about our little panda cub.
Good memory! Yes, renting a different scooter is still an option, but I did hate it. None of them are really rainproof, but mine, being lighter, is a bit more vulnerable. Poor little cub.....
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I'll be boarding the train at 8:15 tomorrow morning! Getting out and to the cab will be so much easier from where I'm living now. Big elevator, easy scooter ramp down to the street level. I'll call for a van taxi and be on my way! I'm hoping for wi-fi on the train, but reports say it's very spotty, so I don't know if I'll be able to download photos or update until I arrive at WDW late Saturday.
I hope I've taken care of everything that needs to be done! I've rented a walker for use inside the room, and Boardwalk will supply the seat for the shower. I've made new oilcloth "raincoats" for the scooter batteries just in case I get caught in a shower.
I'll check in once or twice more before I pack up the laptop tonight!
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Catching up again. Glad the packing is done. I'm a slow packer myself, but because I hate it! I keep finding things to do other than packing, so it takes me all afternoon. My experience with the wifi on Amtrak has been as you've said - it's spotty. I think you'll be able to post, but I wouldn't count on being able to do any uploading of photos. But maybe you'll catch it on a good day! Or you might have good luck trying first thing in the morning after you wake up - if you're an early riser, there shouldn't be as many people trying to use it. Safe travels!
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Thank you, everyone, for the good wishes! I'm going to unplug my laptop and pack it up now. I'll try the wifi on Amtrak and will post updates if I can. As I was packing I realized I'm using an ABD small duffel bag as my carry-on, and my park bag is an old DVC zippered tote that they used to give to new members. Makes me realize just how lucky I am!
To be continued from the Silver Meteor over the next two days or from BWV Saturday night!
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I'm packing for our trip overnight to Glasgow, and find that even for that short a trip, we've got to take a number of electronics. 
So nice to squeeze in a PP meet, too. 
Hope the weather cooperates and Erika doesn't hamper your vacation in any way! 
Mom wasn't willing to switch the cubs out, and the one that was smallest (only THREE OUNCES!) just couldn't make it. They do think the other (all 4.? ounces of him/her) is doing well, though. 
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I keep finding things to do other than packing, so it takes me all afternoon. 
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