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That reminds me I need to go thru my stuff too. Have a small pile started but it will soon grow! Can't wait to hear more and can't wait to see you. We had a Disney Divas meeting (that's what we call ourselves - my family, friends, and Ann that are going on this trip), and they are all excited to meet you and might even cry right along w/us they said! Won't be long now! Update us again soon!
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So close now! It's sounds like you're in good shape packing-wise!
We used to have a scrapbook store about 5 minutes from my house that was also called Scrapbook Village! It was a small, locally owned store, and I loved it. It closed a few years ago after Michael's and Hobby Lobby moved in nearby. Don't get me wrong - I love Michael's and Hobby Lobby. But I was sad to see that our locally owned store just couldn't stay afloat with that kind of competition. It was nice to shop (and crop) at a place where they knew you by name. When friends and family would go in to buy gift certificates for me, they would always tell me after giving it to me that the store employees all knew me and were so excited that I was celebrating a birthday or getting a holiday gift or what-not. That kind of relationship is irreplaceable!
I am so excited for you guys! Hopefully this trip, and it's casual itinerary, will give you some much needed R & R and allow the healing process to continue.
Your idea of enjoying each day and taking it as it comes sounds perfect!
I am sure that Stefanie the giraffe will find a way for you to see her! Your sweet angel will guide her!
We will be checking in online in 7 days! Right behind you!
I can't wait to see you!!
I think Stefanie is already working along with a PPer to see that we get a great view of Stefanie giraffe. Can't wait to see you again, too.
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It's so close!
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Originally Posted by dutchdisneyfamily
It's coming up fast! That's great you got some scrapbook things! We don't have a store near here anymore. I can't wait to see what you do with the new things!
We don't have any local scrapbook stores here either, just the chains.
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more please
Soon!
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That reminds me I need to go thru my stuff too. Have a small pile started but it will soon grow! Can't wait to hear more and can't wait to see you. We had a Disney Divas meeting (that's what we call ourselves - my family, friends, and Ann that are going on this trip), and they are all excited to meet you and might even cry right along w/us they said! Won't be long now! Update us again soon!
Glad the Divas won't mind some crying. Can't wait to see you and meet them.
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You're getting so close!
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Originally Posted by islandgirl
Your trip is so close!!!! I looked at your scrapbook posts tonight.....awesome as usual!
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by jandsdennis
it is almost here! so exciting tht only two days until online checkin.
I can't wait!
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Originally Posted by DaisynDonald
A relaxing, go with the flow trip sounds wonderful!
It does!
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Originally Posted by bitterchickey
really in the homestretch now!!!!
wonder if AK will note the increased requests to visit that giraffe
I hope they do! They have noticed some of the donations in Stefanie's honor as we got a letter.
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yay!! so close!!!!
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Originally Posted by shnewell
So close now! It's sounds like you're in good shape packing-wise!
We used to have a scrapbook store about 5 minutes from my house that was also called Scrapbook Village! It was a small, locally owned store, and I loved it. It closed a few years ago after Michael's and Hobby Lobby moved in nearby. Don't get me wrong - I love Michael's and Hobby Lobby. But I was sad to see that our locally owned store just couldn't stay afloat with that kind of competition. It was nice to shop (and crop) at a place where they knew you by name. When friends and family would go in to buy gift certificates for me, they would always tell me after giving it to me that the store employees all knew me and were so excited that I was celebrating a birthday or getting a holiday gift or what-not. That kind of relationship is irreplaceable!
Happy belated birthday to your dad!
The store you mentioned sounds very much like this one. I wish I lived closer so that I could go to some of the crops they hold. They had a boot camp this weekend, but I wanted my time with Daddy. One of these days I'll have time to visit for one of these some day. I was excited that they now carry the We R Memory Keepers D-Ring binders. I got an orange one for this upcoming trip.
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I am so excited for you guys! Hopefully this trip, and it's casual itinerary, will give you some much needed R & R and allow the healing process to continue.
That is our hope!
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Originally Posted by KMB733
I didn't realize how close your trip was!!
I'm having trouble believing that we're that close.
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