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Hey I just got all caught up with your PTR and I cannot wait for you to go ha i bet you know the feeling anyways you have gone beyond crafty I am in LOVE with the tickets though those are absolutely awesome !!!! What a cool thing to have for DD when shes older so cool !! cannot wait to hear more !
The tickets are such an awesome idea & they came out great!!! I can't wait till your trip!!!
Thank you very much! They were so fun to make!! I'm getting REALLY excited! I think DH might finally be coming around in his excitement; we visited with my Aunt and Uncle from Florida who will visit Disney with us. They were up to help celebrate at DM's retirement luncheon earlier this week and we were talking about the trip and DH was listening very intently and making some positive comments. Crossing my fingers!!!!
Hey I just got all caught up with your PTR and I cannot wait for you to go ha i bet you know the feeling anyways you have gone beyond crafty I am in LOVE with the tickets though those are absolutely awesome !!!! What a cool thing to have for DD when shes older so cool !! cannot wait to hear more !
I cannot wait to go either! I feel like as each day passes, I'm bouncing a little higher in my chair at work! I'm glad you like all of my "art projects!" Thanks for the compliments! You are spot on...I love the idea of having a memento of how we surprised DD so she can look back with fond memories of her first trip to WDW!
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Shame on me...I've been so wrapped up in everything this week that I forgot to post last week's Dinner and a Movie night; and here we are...back at Friday again!! I sincerely apologize; between Father's Day, my DM's retirement luncheon, DM's birthday, and making our plans for this weekend I completely lost track of the days this week (and at times...my mind!). With that explanation out of the way, I won't hold this up any further:
Dinner and a Movie - June 14 - Princess and the Frog
Dinner: Steamed Shrimp (of course!)
(Thank You Google)
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS MOVIE!!! Just about every one of the characters is my favorite! Charlotte, Prince Naveen (in Frog form), Ray...they are just great characters! Great job Disney! DD loved this movie too! She giggled her little heart out!
Over the weekend, I purchased OZ The Great and Powerful. I know there are many people out there who were not too fond of this movie, but DH, DD, and I LOVED it! C'mon people, it's a Disney movie! We've watched it twice already! While I was out shopping for the remaining Father's Day gifts that I needed to pick up, I crossed several items off my shopping list for Disney; socks for everyone, first aid kit supplies and medicines, some bath items, etc. I'm very happy this is all done.
We are gearing up for resort online check-in in about 2 more weeks!!! This whole idea is just crazy to me...I started planning this trip 4 years ago, and now I'm getting ready for online check-in! On top of that, July and August are going to be VERY busy months for us between weekend plans and several project management trainings that DH and I are both attending for work. *Sigh* Pray for us!
I started planning this trip 4 years ago, and now I'm getting ready for online check-in! On top of that, July and August are going to be VERY busy months for us between weekend plans and several project management trainings that DH and I are both attending for work. *Sigh* Pray for us!
I don't feel so bad being 2 years out!! Thank you -- you are prrof that it will come in a flash!
Good luck with all of your work projects - I'm sure you will do great!!
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~ Jenn **Disney is REAL LIFE Magic, so much more than optical illusions **
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Pack a blister stick if you dont have one already something about the humidity seems to make you a little more prone to blister! even in shoes I wear all the time I have had it happen so has DM so theres my packing suggestion
I just got Oz on blu ray myself. I can't wait to get the time to watch it! I missed it when it was in theaters.
You will absolutely love it! At least I know we did! We continue watching it and picking up on new things each time...it's pretty fun to see what you missed from the last time you watched it!
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I don't feel so bad being 2 years out!! Thank you -- you are prrof that it will come in a flash!
Good luck with all of your work projects - I'm sure you will do great!!
HAHA! I spent most of that time just researching since this was the first time I had ever planned a trip, booked and paid for a trip, and handled all the details of a trip to Disney World. I knew I was going to have my hands full, so I spread out my efforts during that time. And now...here we are!
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Pack a blister stick if you dont have one already something about the humidity seems to make you a little more prone to blister! even in shoes I wear all the time I have had it happen so has DM so theres my packing suggestion
Is this the BodyGlide stuff I've heard people talk about? If so, it is still on my shopping list. My local grocery store and Walmart do not carry it so I may have to order it through Amazon. I did find the blister band aids though!
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We love both Princess and the Frog and Oz the Great and Powerful.
Aren't these two great movies!!?? And all in the same week! I forgot to mention that we also caught UP on Disney XD (?) last night! We definitely got our fill of movies this week!!
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Is this the BodyGlide stuff I've heard people talk about? If so, it is still on my shopping list. My local grocery store and Walmart do not carry it so I may have to order it through Amazon. I did find the blister band aids though!
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I havent heard about that one ! I usually get the band aid one or avon has one also
Great movie! I don't remember if that's on my list or not?
We got Oz (by accident) through Disney Movie Club this week. We haven't seen it and I'm debating returning it - only because we'd want the 3D version.
I havent heard about that one ! I usually get the band aid one or avon has one also
I heard about it and then I found it on Amazon. People seem to rave about this stuff. It's non-greasy, sweat and water resistant, doesn't contain petroleum or oils, and helps to prevent/heal chafed skin. Other than skin to skin rubbing, it also helps on your feet to prevent hot spots and women use it to keep bras from rubbing sore spots.
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Great movie! I don't remember if that's on my list or not?
We got Oz (by accident) through Disney Movie Club this week. We haven't seen it and I'm debating returning it - only because we'd want the 3D version.
Oh man...3D?! I think that would terrify DD because of the flying monkeys; they are pretty creepy in this movie (DD insists on watching this movie with a blanket so she can cover her face if she gets scared!). That being said...she watched it again this weekend!
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Great movie!! It's getting closer!
Thanks! Eeek! I know! I'm trying to slow myself down a bit but I'm already trying to figure out the logistics of setting up a packing area inconspicuous to DD so I can remove the bin of happiness (and sidekick box) from my room and into luggage! It's starting to take over!!
Okay, so I'm doing better with this update and at least posted before Friday!
Dinner and a Movie - June 21 - Ratatouille
Dinner: Was "supposed" to be Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup; however, DH hit up McDonalds instead...womp, womp, womp...
(Thank You Google)
This movie makes me particularly hungry...hmmm...can't figure out why... This movie brought out the giggles in DD again. I always worry how she will comprehend the movies as we watch them now that she's a little older than when she first watched them. I try to pay attention to what captures her attention...I'm convinced it's humor. She's like her mama! We are suckers for humor and belly busting laughter!
Nothing new to report on the trip planning...I do have plans to purchase foil balloons this Friday during Ladies Night with my girlfriends for the actual trip reveal. Then, just another week and a half for online check in!! Woot Woot!!!
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anyways you have gone beyond crafty I am in LOVE with the tickets though those are absolutely awesome !!!! What a cool thing to have for DD when shes older so cool !! cannot wait to hear more !
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I'm getting REALLY excited! I think DH might finally be coming around in his excitement; we visited with my Aunt and Uncle from Florida who will visit Disney with us. They were up to help celebrate at DM's retirement luncheon earlier this week and we were talking about the trip and DH was listening very intently and making some positive comments. Crossing my fingers!!!!
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You are spot on...I love the idea of having a memento of how we surprised DD so she can look back with fond memories of her first trip to WDW!
DD loved this movie too! She giggled her little heart out!
This whole idea is just crazy to me...I started planning this trip 4 years ago, and now I'm getting ready for online check-in! On top of that, July and August are going to be VERY busy months for us between weekend plans and several project management trainings that DH and I are both attending for work. *Sigh* Pray for us!
~ Jenn 
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