The Third Time’s the Charm! Fourth (Third) Annual Mom and Me Trip--Updated twice on 10/21--now COMPLETE - Page 15 - PassPorter - A Community of Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, and General Travel Forums
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That bounceback deal looked pretty good........did you do it? I know, you'd have to find a place to squeeze it in amongst all your other trips! I'm sure you could find a way!
Great view from your room. Didn't your mom pack a carry on bag or was it full of candy?
She decided not to bring one (then ended up buying a bag that was on sale in the airport and stuffing it full of candy ). Next time I'll be more prepared, no matter what time my flight is.
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What a bummer about the PP meet. Mother nature still gets her way sometimes! Smart move on the jammies in the carry-on, even if it wasn't planned that way! And the view from your room is great - can't wait to see it in the morning!
Well, actually, I did put them in there kind of on purpose. I figured after spending time at Epcot, I wouldn't want to dig through my suitcase, so I put them in there for easy access. I just got lucky!
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I am sorry about all the pre-arrival stress...glad you and mom enjoyed a little beverage to put ya in the mood. Love the room and your surprise treat!
danielle
Thanks again!
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Oh that view! I wouldn't be able to tear myself away from the balcony. (Even for all the Mike 'n' Ikes in the world.) Can't wait for more Sha!
I must admit, I spent a good deal of time out on that balcony!
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Sorry that you arrived so late and missed out on Epcot. But what a view you had! Gorgeous!!! Did you take advantage of that bounceback?
We were planning to, but then something changed that. More on that in the next update.
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It's okay, Jill--we'll share! We'll share whose dessert it is, but we each get our own!
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i'll have you know that every stinkin' time i see the appliance direct commercials, i completely stop what i'm doing to watch them. every time i see one i laugh too because i know how much you love them! (ps...i'm now working at an attraction that rhymes with "place fountain" )
That's awesome, Jyl! I was thinking about you on Tuesday! I'll have to ride SM a few extra times at Mousefest.
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Can't wait to hear more!
That bounceback deal looked pretty good........did you do it? I know, you'd have to find a place to squeeze it in amongst all your other trips! I'm sure you could find a way!
We actually were talking about a big family trip next August, so we were really happy to see the offer.
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okay so i HAD to get on here and post and say that i'm so glad i finally got to meet you! I really still hate we missed each other at the MNSSHP but so glad we finally got to meet up at Epcot! Sorry if i talked your head off*LOL* But it was nice to meet a familiar face there!
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that you missed the Illuminations meet! What a bummer.
But PSha - your room has to make up for it! Wow! The view is amazing!!!
BWI must have been refurbished since I stayed there. It looks beautiful!
Love your mom's choice for dinner!
There has to be a time when I can be there to ride TOT with you!
What a great view from your room!! Sorry your flight was delayed, you were missed at the illuminations mee, we were all looking forward to seeing you and your mom.
Love the Candy apple Wasn't it delish? I got the same one from Nancy
I am glad to see you have started your TR although it reminds me I needed to get started on ours. I am so sorry we missed you at the Illuminations meet. I kept looking for you around the park. Sounds like I missed you at Epcot on Monday too after reading Crissy's note. We were there sampling our away around the world too.
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They caught us all smiling and looking at the camera!!!
Wonderful start Sharon! So sorry you got delayed and missed the Illuminations meet. Your view at BWI is awesome! I really can't wait to stay there one day!
So sorry to hear about the flight situation, but it sounds like you made the most of it! Glad to hear mom's sugar rush is well underway! Looking forward to more
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I'm sure you could find a way!
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that you missed the Illuminations meet! What a bummer
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your room and view!! Someday I'll stay in a deluxe resort!! 
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