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I agree - sounds like a terrible idea. Especially being a girl and one that is older. Does he have any friends that are male and closer to his age? What would the sleeping arrangements be - would you have to sleep with the girl?
Besides one of my favorite things about Disney is being away from friends and drama and just dealing with our own family. I don't want to deal with other people's children during my vacation, we get enough of that at home.
Plus I would have a serious problem with my daughter doing a sleepover at a boys house - so I can't imagine sending her away on a Disney trip with another family - no matter how good of friends they are now.
Last edited by Pepperjackgirl; 06-04-2013 at 05:40 PM..
I would never take another person's kid on a trip. I think it's a huge responsibility and you have to be extra cautious. I think you'd be too preoccupied with making she's well and having a good time that you wouldn't be able to enjoy the trip 100%.
Can't the parents go on the trip with you? You can plan a great trip, the kids can have fun together but you'll only have to look after your son.
Thanks so much everyone. You have all given me a lot to think about and pretty much confirmed my thoughts. I do think Evan would have a better time with a friend along but would also have a great time with just the 2 of us as well. I forgot about the fact that in a few years he will be too embarrassed by me to want to do things with his mom. So your are all right in that I should just enjoy the time with him now. I have sort of spoke to my sister about having her son come with us (Evan's true best friend) but we haven't confirmed anything. My biggest concern is the bickering they do when they get together, just like real siblings, and the fact that he is way more adventuresome on the rides than Evan. Also the fact that I would be taking my nephew on a trip to Disney while my other nephew and niece are not coming could become an issue (more guilt than anything else). If I can convince another adult to come with us then I may be able to bring Evan AND my nephew.
Thanks everyone - gotta love PP's they always offer the best advise.
Thanks so much everyone. You have all given me a lot to think about and pretty much confirmed my thoughts. I do think Evan would have a better time with a friend along but would also have a great time with just the 2 of us as well. I forgot about the fact that in a few years he will be too embarrassed by me to want to do things with his mom. So your are all right in that I should just enjoy the time with him now. I have sort of spoke to my sister about having her son come with us (Evan's true best friend) but we haven't confirmed anything. My biggest concern is the bickering they do when they get together, just like real siblings, and the fact that he is way more adventuresome on the rides than Evan. Also the fact that I would be taking my nephew on a trip to Disney while my other nephew and niece are not coming could become an issue (more guilt than anything else). If I can convince another adult to come with us then I may be able to bring Evan AND my nephew.
Thanks everyone - gotta love PP's they always over the best advise.
Yw Holly! Great idea to ask here, as some of us have probably given comments that you might not have even considered. Gives you a bigger picture.
I still stand by what I said...I think you and Evan should just go. There is plenty of time for friends. He is still young. But if you're going to bring someone a relative would be much easier probably.
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