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As of January 1, 2019, we have closed our forums. This is a decision we did not come to lightly, but it is necessary. The software our forums run on is just too out-of-date and it poses a significant security risk. The server software itself must be updated, and it cannot be without removing the forums.
So it is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our long-running forums. They came online in 2000 and brought together so many wonderful Disney fans. We had friendships form, careers launch, couples marry, children born ... all because of this amazing community.
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There are other changes as well.
Why? Well, the world has changed. And change with it, we must. The lyrics to "We Go On" for IllumiNations say it best:
We go on to the joy and through the tears
We go on to discover new frontiers
Moving on with the current of the years.
We go on
Moving forward now as one
Moving on with a spirit born to run
Ever on with each rising sun.
To a new day, we go on.
It's time to move on and move forward.
PassPorter is a small business, and for many years it supported our family. But the world changed, print books took a backseat to the Internet, and for a long time now it has been unable to make ends meet. We've had to find new ways to support our family, which means new careers and less and less time available to devote to our first baby, PassPorter.
But eventually, we must move on and move forward. It is the right thing to do.
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Last day plans with FP+ look good with some great choices!
Pray for those down in Florida as TS Hereina will be making its' impact between now and Friday!
I think it's expected to go on shore near the Tampa area but the WDW will certainly feel its' impact. I know there are PPers down there now from the various TRs but I can't remember who?
This storm is expected to impact my area in CT from Sunday into Monday for the Labor Day weekend. I hope it won't be too bad but as of now they're saying 50-60 mph winds for my area and lots of rain, but we'll see! It's still getting stronger tonight and just below hurricane status!
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October 6, 2017-Enjoying an amazing dinner at Victoria & Albert's with PP's Dot and Drew
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Your plans to wrap up your trip look good!
Even though having to get up early for that flight isn't fun, I do agree it is nice to get home early to relax from the trip!
Cam - we will be in WDW middle of October 2017. Not confirmed dates yet but we will know by October 2016. So hopefully our dates will overlap so we can see each other - it's been tooooooo long! And we are hopefully staying at AKL as there are 10 of us going!
I really hope we're going to overlap on next October's trip. We usually go around the middle of the month, but haven't set dates yet. We're staying at AKL in May 2017, so we'll probably be elsewhere in October, though I've no idea where yet. We'll need to keep each other posted. I've missed seeing you all!
Last day plans with FP+ look good with some great choices!
Pray for those down in Florida as TS Hereina will be making its' impact between now and Friday!
I think it's expected to go on shore near the Tampa area but the WDW will certainly feel its' impact. I know there are PPers down there now from the various TRs but I can't remember who?
This storm is expected to impact my area in CT from Sunday into Monday for the Labor Day weekend. I hope it won't be too bad but as of now they're saying 50-60 mph winds for my area and lots of rain, but we'll see! It's still getting stronger tonight and just below hurricane status!
Definitely thinking of those in Florida and the rest of the east coast that will be affected by this hurricane.
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Sounds like you're set for a wonderful vacation with all those plans!
Now I can't wait for the next 28 days so we can be experiencing the plans.
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Originally Posted by Tara O'Hara
Your entire trip looks wonderful!!
to Luke!!! Best place in the world to spend it!!!
We usually arrive near his birthday, so he was glad that we'd be able to still make even though it would be our last day.
That it is, but we'll be home in plenty of time for a nap if I need it.
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Last day plans look great, and a perfect way to celebrate Luke's birthday!!
When I realized our last day would be his birthday, the decision on where to eat was simple. The Vaughns have eaten here twice already with us and they love it, too.
Your plans look great and how wonderful that you get to celebrate Luke's birthday with family in Disney World!!!
We've never had family with us in October so this will definitely be so cool! I really can't wait to share all of fall at WDW with them.
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Your plans to wrap up your trip look good!
Even though having to get up early for that flight isn't fun, I do agree it is nice to get home early to relax from the trip!
We've gotten in so late sometimes that we go straight to bed. It'll be nice to have some time to unpack, rest, and check on family.
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Sounds like a wonderful trip has been planned. Now you just have to wait! Ugh, that's the hard part.
Thanks! The waiting is definitely the hard part. 28 days!
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I hope it won't be too bad but as of now they're saying 50-60 mph winds for my area and lots of rain, but we'll see!
It's still getting stronger tonight and just below hurricane status! 
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to Luke!!! Best place in the world to spend it!!!
Ugh, that's the hard part.
Now I can't wait for the next 28 days so we can be experiencing the plans. 
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