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Following your adventure has really been a true pleasure. Even some days when all is not well, you still look for that day's Magic (We know how bads days do come on vacations too!!!). So, I would like to say "Thank You" for taking us along on your journey, even knowing this one was not the easiest for you and Luke to take. You did it with such grace and love, this is one journey to always remember!!!!!
Thank you so much for sharing what must have been an emotional, and at times difficult, trip for you & Luke. Looking forward to reading about your October trip
Cam,
Thanks for sharing this journey with all of us. I can only try to imagine the heartbreak you must have felt throughout this trip, but knowing that your angel was joining you throughout with little gestures here and there must have helped. Your writing is beautiful - and as I have stated before, I feel like I really know you through it.
I hope that we actually get the chance to meet someday!
Looking forward to reading all about your adventure with Luke in October!
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What a great last day, and a relatively easy trip home! I love your cookie monster shirt! I so need that! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful TR.
I got a bit behind and finally got caught up today. I was sad to hear that Luke got sick, that is no fun. I absolutely love the Jim Shore Jaq and Gus Teacup. My DD12 collects Jim Shore figurines and she would love that one. Thank you for sharing your TR with us, I have really enjoyed reading it.
Thanks for sharing your trip with us. I can understand how difficult it was at times remembering Stefanie. I too, went through missing and remembering my mom during my Dec. 2008 WDW trip after my mom passed in October 2008. I am glad though that you, Luke and Morgan were able to "save the magic"! I hope that you and Luke were able to heal some.
Thanks for sharing your trip with us. I know it had its ups and downs, especially with you and Luke both getting sick, but you persevered and didn't let it bring you down!
I enjoyed the pictures with the princesses on your last day. They are always so sweet! It amazes me that they are always so "up", engaging in conversation with everyone from tiny tots to adults, and really playing their roles well. Very magical!
I have to say again how much I love the new Photopass borders! The new ones for WS are very cool!
I love the shirts your and Luke have on for the last day. I totally need yours.
My t-shirt is from Kohl's.
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I want to thank you for sharing this trip report with us. Morgan made me smile all throughout the report - just like Stefanie did. Glad you all made it home, safe and sound!!
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I never like reading about the last day, but you certainly got a lot done in a little time. I love your cookie t-shirt!
Thank you for sharing this roller coaster of a trip with us. I'm glad you were able to make some magic with Morgan.
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Sad to see this trip come to an end, but it was an eventful one for sure. Also looking forward to read your next TR!!!
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You sure packed a lot into that last day! Thank you so much for sharing your trip. I've loved, even reading the teary parts. It just resounds with so much love and caring your family has for each other.
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Thanks for sharing such a personal and emotional trip with us. Your attitude is inspiring.
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I fell way behind, Cam, but I'm all caught up now
I'm sorry that Luke came down with the flu too, I think you all needed that lazy day. Great purchases in DTD, Stephanie was definitely guiding you that day.
You had a lot of ups and downs, but in the end a great trip. I'm glad you were able to share it with Morgan!
Kept me teary eyed and smiling to the very end! Thanks for sharing your very personal journey with us. You are a great role model!
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Love the sweet purchases you made it DTD & how you were guided to the Mom pin. Very sweet. Thanks for sharing this journey with us both bitter and sweet. Look forward to your next TR.
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WOW that was some trip. So sorry that you and Luke had so much bug problems. It looks like Morgan was a real blessing to have along. She appeared to have a lot of fun and gave both of you a lot of enjoyment as well. Looking forward to your next trip.
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So very sorry this has come to an end. I did so enjoy going along with you three on your adventures. Sorry about the zombie flu and all the difficult emotional times you had but to see the love among your three and finding the bits of pixie dust and angel moments among your travels was amazing. Thanks for sharing.
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sounds like you had a great trip
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So sorry to see this trip come to an end, but what a great last day -you certainly packed a lot in.
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Thanks for taking us along, Cam!
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I love being at an Epcot resort on the last day-- one last stroll around WS is a great way to end a trip.
This was a trip loaded with challenges but you made it through! I'm sure wanting to give Morgan a great experience helped you both to power through the physical and emotional hard times. The Disney Magic and your own personal Pixie Power made this one a uniquely memorable trip.
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Great pictures from your last day at Epcot! Love the shirts! Thanks so much for taking us along for the ride! I know it must have been a hard trip for all of you, and I'm sure you made some great memories along the way and for Morgan!
I've so enjoyed reading about your trip. I know it was emotionally difficult for you and Luke at times -- and physically difficult with that awful stomach bug! It seems clear that Morgan had a magical time, and I think it's awesome that you and Luke were able to show her so much Disney magic.
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Following your adventure has really been a true pleasure. Even some days when all is not well, you still look for that day's Magic (We know how bads days do come on vacations too!!!). So, I would like to say "Thank You" for taking us along on your journey, even knowing this one was not the easiest for you and Luke to take. You did it with such grace and love, this is one journey to always remember!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Laurast
Thank you so much for sharing what must have been an emotional, and at times difficult, trip for you & Luke. Looking forward to reading about your October trip
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Originally Posted by lfredsbo
Cam,
Thanks for sharing this journey with all of us. I can only try to imagine the heartbreak you must have felt throughout this trip, but knowing that your angel was joining you throughout with little gestures here and there must have helped. Your writing is beautiful - and as I have stated before, I feel like I really know you through it.
I hope that we actually get the chance to meet someday!
Looking forward to reading all about your adventure with Luke in October!
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Originally Posted by pamcarey
What a great last day, and a relatively easy trip home! I love your cookie monster shirt! I so need that! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful TR.
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Originally Posted by KMB733
Can't believe it was the last day already!! You guys certainly packed a lot in at Epcot. Thanks for sharing this trip with us!!
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Originally Posted by TuffyCO
I got a bit behind and finally got caught up today. I was sad to hear that Luke got sick, that is no fun. I absolutely love the Jim Shore Jaq and Gus Teacup. My DD12 collects Jim Shore figurines and she would love that one. Thank you for sharing your TR with us, I have really enjoyed reading it.
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Originally Posted by lazanya
Thanks for sharing your trip with us. I can understand how difficult it was at times remembering Stefanie. I too, went through missing and remembering my mom during my Dec. 2008 WDW trip after my mom passed in October 2008. I am glad though that you, Luke and Morgan were able to "save the magic"! I hope that you and Luke were able to heal some.
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Originally Posted by DMA
Thanks for sharing your trip with us. I know it had its ups and downs, especially with you and Luke both getting sick, but you persevered and didn't let it bring you down!
I enjoyed the pictures with the princesses on your last day. They are always so sweet! It amazes me that they are always so "up", engaging in conversation with everyone from tiny tots to adults, and really playing their roles well. Very magical!
I have to say again how much I love the new Photopass borders! The new ones for WS are very cool!
What a great trip! The only bad thing was the crude that each of you got. So sweet of you to take Morgan.
Cam, my cry was because of the sweetness of the picture and figurine. It is such a great tribute for you to look at everyday.
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What a great trip! The only bad thing was the crude that each of you got. So sweet of you to take Morgan.
Cam, my cry was because of the sweetness of the picture and figurine. It is such a great tribute for you to look at everyday.
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Thanks for sharing your very personal journey with us. You are a great role model!
Love the shirts! 
Thanks so much for taking us along for the ride! I know it must have been a hard trip for all of you, and I'm sure you made some great memories along the way and for Morgan! 
for all your support as you read along! 
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