FIRSTS, BIRTHS, and GIRTHS…A September 2013 PTR - Page 27 - PassPorter - A Community of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and General Travel Forums
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OCD planning much? Sounds like you're about where I am a few months before the trip. How lucky for you that DD will be out of your hair for a week so that you can get some trip stuff taken care of. Especially since you can't do ANYTHING when she's around because of the surprise. Great choices on the gifts for people. Did you order them through Disney? Maybe you've said in this PTR before where you were ordering them from. I just can't remember (and had a LONG weekend and am sadly too lazy to go back and check).
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I like the Ziploc bag idea, I hope that works out for you. Congrats on getting a head start on everything!
Me too...I think I read about the idea on Pinterest. Thanks!
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OCD planning much? Sounds like you're about where I am a few months before the trip. How lucky for you that DD will be out of your hair for a week so that you can get some trip stuff taken care of. Especially since you can't do ANYTHING when she's around because of the surprise. Great choices on the gifts for people. Did you order them through Disney? Maybe you've said in this PTR before where you were ordering them from. I just can't remember (and had a LONG weekend and am sadly too lazy to go back and check).
Yep...I'm convinced there is OCD running through my veins, but if it keeps me organized and efficient and from going nuts...then I will embrace it wholeheartedly! I'm very much my father's daughter. I'm super excited about the gifts. I ordered them through Disney Florist and actually just spoke to a staff member on the phone to confirm the delivery instructions...and she informed me that the website quoted the delivery charges wrong. They should've all been $10 each instead of $25 so that's AWESOME news! I just saved about $45 (DSFiL's charge was correct)!
So nice to have a week to get the preparations in gear! Sounds like you've made quite a bit of headway already, too!
I feel like I can really focus on it too! I've made some great progress and I get to work on more tonight. Planning to put DD's outfits into the ziplocks tonight and pack her "extra" clothes into packing cubes. Whew!
Sounds like things are really coming along!
So are the gifts being delivered to your home or they'll get them at Disney? Either way, I'm sure they'll love them all!
Sounds like things are really coming along!
So are the gifts being delivered to your home or they'll get them at Disney? Either way, I'm sure they'll love them all!
Yep...moving right along! All of DD's outfits were packed last night along with DH's and my matching shirts. I'm still waiting on my backordered items from the Container Store to finish some of the "clothing" packing. I set up the deliveries for when we will actually be in Disney (to the resort rooms while we are out and about). I'm so excited!!!!!
I've heard a few people around work talk about how much they like the Container Store. Other than your back ordered items, have you had a good experience with them? I've never tired ordering from them.
I've heard a few people around work talk about how much they like the Container Store. Other than your back ordered items, have you had a good experience with them? I've never tired ordering from them.
Like you, I heard conversations between co-workers but I think the closest store to us is near DC. I went online and I ordered some packing folders and cubes in various sizes (first time user) and with what I've packed so far...I like them a lot! I fit all of DD's pajamas into a small packing cube; same for her underwear and swimsuits. I would say they are about 4"x10". I used ziplock bags to pack DD's daily outfits so she can utilize her own decision making when picking out her clothes each morning. I used the packing folders for mine and DH's shirts and I love the idea of stacking them and folding them up so they don't slide around and wrinkle. Plus, when you use all of these items together, they pack very neatly into the suitcase like a puzzle or tetris. I'm waiting for the medium cubes for my pajamas and DD's "extra-just-in-case" shirts, plus longer packing cubes for mine and DH's socks. I'll try to take photos this weekend and post them so you can see how the packing is coming along...
So...I apologize for not posting anything really entertaining lately...we have our hands completely full of preparing for our annual summer bash that will be this Saturday. Every year, DH and invite all of our friends, family, and coworkers to get together for a bash at our house, the whole works; DJ, horseshoes, playground, pool, trampoline, bounce house, etc. A very family friendly event. Last year we hosted 103 people (we have 3/4 acre so you never really feel "crowded"). Well, the RSVP date was this past Friday so I felt confident doing all of the necessary food/supplies shopping on Sunday. We were expecting around 100 people. Well, between yesterday and today, that number shot up to about 140! C'mon! I even sent reminders to let me know by last Friday!!!! Each week for the past three weeks!!! *Sigh* Ah well...I just have to add in an extra trip to the store on my to do list to make sure I have enough food! Thankfully, several people stepped up and offered to bring various items so that is very helpful and appreciated! I have to admit, even with all of those people...I'm still almost as excited for this party as I am for Disney!! ....almost.
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It is always lots of fun and a great opportunity to see many people that we don't see very often.
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Wait a minute! I've read EVERY post in this thread & don't recall reading a invite bash post to us!? What the????????
I'm so sorry! I'm afraid if I invited all of my new passporter friends I'd have to file for bankruptcy and replace my toilets! The "facilites" issue is currently #1 on my list of concerns. Thank goodness I have 3!
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I agree, I could have gone back home for this
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Your party sounds like so much fun!!
We definitely have a great time! Our DJ is already thinking about a power hour theme to keep it entertaining for everyone; we're thinking "one hit wonders."
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Sounds like you're about where I am a few months before the trip. How lucky for you that DD will be out of your hair for a week so that you can get some trip stuff taken care of. Especially since you can't do ANYTHING when she's around because of the surprise. Great choices on the gifts for people. Did you order them through Disney? Maybe you've said in this PTR before where you were ordering them from. I just can't remember (and had a LONG weekend and am sadly too lazy to go back and check).
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I'm very much my father's daughter. I'm super excited about the gifts. I ordered them through Disney Florist and actually just spoke to a staff member on the phone to confirm the delivery instructions...and she informed me that the website quoted the delivery charges wrong. They should've all been $10 each instead of $25 so that's AWESOME news! I just saved about $45 (DSFiL's charge was correct)!
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I went online and I ordered some packing folders and cubes in various sizes (first time user) and with what I've packed so far...I like them a lot! I fit all of DD's pajamas into a small packing cube; same for her underwear and swimsuits. I would say they are about 4"x10". I used ziplock bags to pack DD's daily outfits so she can utilize her own decision making when picking out her clothes each morning. I used the packing folders for mine and DH's shirts and I love the idea of stacking them and folding them up so they don't slide around and wrinkle. Plus, when you use all of these items together, they pack very neatly into the suitcase like a puzzle or tetris. I'm waiting for the medium cubes for my pajamas and DD's "extra-just-in-case" shirts, plus longer packing cubes for mine and DH's socks. I'll try to take photos this weekend and post them so you can see how the packing is coming along...
C'mon! I even sent reminders to let me know by last Friday!!!! Each week for the past three weeks!!! *Sigh* Ah well...I just have to add in an extra trip to the store on my to do list to make sure I have enough food! Thankfully, several people stepped up and offered to bring various items so that is very helpful and appreciated! 
~ Jenn 
I'm so sorry! I'm afraid if I invited all of my new passporter friends I'd have to file for bankruptcy and replace my toilets! The "facilites" issue is currently #1 on my list of concerns. Thank goodness I have 3!
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