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Great start!
Layla is such a beautiful dog.
I was a pharmacy technician 10 years ago and I absolutely loved it. I am kicking myself today that I didn't continue on and go to pharmacy school. Are you planning on becoming a pharmacist?
Thank you!
I'd love to be a pharmacist, but I can't transfer in anywhere until I get my BS. So right now I'm just going for a regular Bachelor's, and hopefully I'll be able to move on up once I get it.
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Great! Love your photos!!!
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Great start Amy, how exciting! I can't wait to hear how DB loves WDW!
Back in 2005, I went for a quick 4 night trip with 3 coworkers because one of them was in her mid-50s and had NEVER been to Disney It was also during free dining so that was the incentive.
Can't wait to read more!
Thanks!! I hope he loves it as much as we do - he has me a little nervous!
I thought my 2010 was awful. I am there with you on the finances, but not with the surgeries as the reason why.
Well, I am glad you have found a way to pay for your trip and go and relax.
I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother. That couldn't have been an easy situation at all!
Can't wait for your plans.
Oh, I am sooooo sorry for your bad year!!!
I lost my Daddy in 2003! It broke my heart! My parents divorced when I was 13 my mom left, so my dad raised me. We were very close my whole life I am a daddy's girl that's for sure! I am all teary reading this, knowing how much pain losing her brought you. Please know in time things get better. I still miss my dad like crazy but I know he is at peace & with God! We have had 4 years of money trouble with my DH being laid off so much. I am thankful he is working now, & that we made it through his time off. We have been very blessed! We have a small farm, when animals get sick or die its not easy. I am glad your wonderful pal Layla is all better! My daughter forms very close bonds with our pets, she wants to be a vet. I am glad you have that bond with your pets it will help you get through the hard times! I will keep you in my prayers! I am so very happy you get a Disney trip honey you deserve it!!
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OMGosh - you really DO need this trip to Disney!!! I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother, and for all the other situations you've had to deal with recently.
Now I can't wait to hear the rest of the story!
And, I will definitely take you up on the offer to talk dog training as soon as we're both back from our trips.
I feel your pain on the NJ disability...it's a amazing how that can add so much stress to an already stressful situation.
Your puppy (I call them all that) is beautiful. I don't spend nearly the time you do with mine and I would be crushed if I lost one. I always say they are the only kids I have that listen to me.
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Great start! So nice to put a face to your username! Looks like it will be alot of fun! Sorry to hear about the surgeries hope everyone is doing well by Disney Time! I know disability can be stressful we live in DE and my mom has had a hell of a time getting it. Layla is beautiful, we used to have a malamute mix named Jovian we all miss him so much they are great dogs. We will be down there at the same time if you want to do a PPer meet!
I'm so sorry for everything you've been through. My grandma passed away right before my wedding in 1998 and I still miss her everyday. You really do need a vacation. Don't feel guilty about spending money on that, think of it as your sanity. That's how I've started thinking of it.
I am sorry your year was so difficult, and I am so sorry for your loss.
I hope that the rest of your year is amazing, and that you enjoy your much-deserved Disney trip. I'll be there at the Pop Century from the 12th through the 26th of September. Maybe we'll run into each other.
I thought my 2010 was awful. I am there with you on the finances, but not with the surgeries as the reason why.
Well, I am glad you have found a way to pay for your trip and go and relax.
I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother. That couldn't have been an easy situation at all!
Can't wait for your plans.
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Oh, I am sooooo sorry for your bad year!!!
I lost my Daddy in 2003! It broke my heart! My parents divorced when I was 13 my mom left, so my dad raised me. We were very close my whole life I am a daddy's girl that's for sure! I am all teary reading this, knowing how much pain losing her brought you. Please know in time things get better. I still miss my dad like crazy but I know he is at peace & with God! We have had 4 years of money trouble with my DH being laid off so much. I am thankful he is working now, & that we made it through his time off. We have been very blessed! We have a small farm, when animals get sick or die its not easy. I am glad your wonderful pal Layla is all better! My daughter forms very close bonds with our pets, she wants to be a vet. I am glad you have that bond with your pets it will help you get through the hard times! I will keep you in my prayers! I am so very happy you get a Disney trip honey you deserve it!!
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Sorry it's been a bad year!
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2010 has not been kind to you all and I am so sorry! ixie You all definitely deserve this trip!
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OMGosh - you really DO need this trip to Disney!!! I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother, and for all the other situations you've had to deal with recently.
Now I can't wait to hear the rest of the story!
And, I will definitely take you up on the offer to talk dog training as soon as we're both back from our trips.
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Let the world heal you, I know there is nothing better than the feeling you get from being at the world. It is a freeing experience.
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I feel your pain on the NJ disability...it's a amazing how that can add so much stress to an already stressful situation.
Your puppy (I call them all that) is beautiful. I don't spend nearly the time you do with mine and I would be crushed if I lost one. I always say they are the only kids I have that listen to me.
You definatley need a Disney vacation.
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Great start! So nice to put a face to your username! Looks like it will be alot of fun! Sorry to hear about the surgeries hope everyone is doing well by Disney Time! I know disability can be stressful we live in DE and my mom has had a hell of a time getting it. Layla is beautiful, we used to have a malamute mix named Jovian we all miss him so much they are great dogs. We will be down there at the same time if you want to do a PPer meet!
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Great Start Amy!
After reading what you have been through this year, you're not kidding that you need some Disney Magic!
for everything you've been through.
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I'm so sorry for everything you've been through. My grandma passed away right before my wedding in 1998 and I still miss her everyday. You really do need a vacation. Don't feel guilty about spending money on that, think of it as your sanity. That's how I've started thinking of it.
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I am sorry your year was so difficult, and I am so sorry for your loss.
I hope that the rest of your year is amazing, and that you enjoy your much-deserved Disney trip. I'll be there at the Pop Century from the 12th through the 26th of September. Maybe we'll run into each other.
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Sorry it's been a bad year!
Thank you all so much! I really appreciate all the compassion and nice replies. It really does mean a lot!
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My parents divorced when I was 13 my mom left, so my dad raised me. We were very close my whole life I am a daddy's girl that's for sure! I am all teary reading this, knowing how much pain losing her brought you. 
Please know in time things get better. I still miss my dad like crazy but I know he is at peace & with God! We have had 4 years of money trouble with my DH being laid off so much. I am thankful he is working now, & that we made it through his time off. We have been very blessed! We have a small farm, when animals get sick or die its not easy. I am glad your wonderful pal Layla is all better! 
My daughter forms very close bonds with our pets, she wants to be a vet. I am glad you have that bond with your pets it will help you get through the hard times! I will keep you in my prayers! I am so very happy you get a Disney trip honey you deserve it!! 
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