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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.
So we are retiring this newsletter, as we simply cannot keep up with it. Many thanks to Mouse Fan Travel who supported it all these years, to All Ears and MousePlanet who helped us with news, to our many article contributors, and -- most importantly -- to Sara Varney who edited our newsletter so wonderfully for years and years.
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So close and your list is almost completely done!!!
I know! Super Excited!
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Originally Posted by Cam22
That list is very red now! I can't believe you begin the adventures on Sunday!
Almost there!
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Originally Posted by kingfamily1129
yay!! So close!!!
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by chezp
Wow, that list is looking red! And congrats on doing so much walking as well!
Thanks! Been walking every night, 4 miles each! Feels good!
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Originally Posted by Colexis Mom
Not much left to do!
Almost there!
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Originally Posted by lauriep
It's SO close now! Good luck making the last few things on the list go from black to red. I wish Disney still had its line of pet products--I know you'll find something for the pups, though. So glad you're feeling better!
We hope to find some items for the fur babies! . We do miss that store!
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Originally Posted by OhToodles!
I think breaking the no electronics rule for the trip is ok!
We did! Just have to add credit card and that order is all set!
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Originally Posted by Soarin829
Just now signing on and getting caught up - just in time for the trip! Everything looks wonderful and magical! Emily is absolutely beautiful and those pictures you took of her on the bridge are beautiful as well. Congrats on the puppies!
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by phiedragon
Finally all caught up! You've got some great plans and great eats. How awesome to be there for so long. That budgeting and thriftiness certainly pays off Also, it's too cool that your friends will be there at the same time and you guys can spend some time together enjoying the parks.
And congrats on the super cute puppies, the DVC Ownership, and to Emily for her braces off and making Teen Company
Tragical Express! too perfect!
Awesome pin collection and I love how they are all organized.
for the continued healing for you and Emily.
Almost a few more days now! I know you have to be crazy excited
Thanks! Had lunch with my friend today to discuss some final plans
We have had quite a bit of good happening lately, we will take it!
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Almost time!!!
Lilly is adorable!!! I love puppies!
The pictures of Emily are breathtaking!! She's a lovely young lady.
I followed your "listing" idea and even though we are not going until November, it helps me a little get things together!! Your list is almost all red!!! Mine still has a lot of black print....
But I am walking more. I listen to Disney music and I pretend I'm walking at the parks!!! LOL!!
Thanks! You have plenty of time to make that list red
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Originally Posted by KMB733
The list is almost done!! I can't believe how close your trip is
So close!
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Hello All! We are getting so close!!! I spent the evening getting all the toiletry items packed (decided not to ship them), and some separate packing for the airport hotel stay. All that after our 4 mile walk, dusting and cleaning (why do we insist on cleaning before we leave? ).
Tomorrow after work Emily and I are going for our hair appointments. Then to Target for my last Disney gift card . And of course I still have a few more things to pick up, including a baby (aka puppy) gate and a few snacks for the trip (didn't want to pay price with Garden Grocer). Then I have to do some grocery shopping for my brother. He is staying here at our home while we are gone to take care of the kitties.....and of course he is going to stick around for the arrival of Lilly when we return (he really misses Lulu too )! Speaking of puppies, I got an update of photos and video of Maggie today (will try to remember to add those tomorrow for those who haven't seen the pics on FB), she is so sweet!!!
Now I need to try to get some sleep! Good night!
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Just a few days! Everything is coming together nicely. I can't wait to hear about your new puppy. But I am happy to hear all about your Disney trip first!
I'm another who has to clean obsessively before a trip-- fresh sheets on the bed to return to, a couple of meals in the freezer for the day I get home, etc. It's sometimes hard to fit it all in, but I'm always so glad when I get home.
Just a few days! Everything is coming together nicely. I can't wait to hear about your new puppy. But I am happy to hear all about your Disney trip first!
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I always have to clean before I leave too! And I love going on a trip with freshly done hair, just makes me feel so much more put together!
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I'm another who has to clean obsessively before a trip-- fresh sheets on the bed to return to, a couple of meals in the freezer for the day I get home, etc. It's sometimes hard to fit it all in, but I'm always so glad when I get home.
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Originally Posted by mcc0313
The final homestretch....I am always in a nervous flutter those final few days and then once I am on the plane I can sit back and breath.
Sounds like everything is almost done
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Originally Posted by disneydreamer33
I am a cleaner before a trip as well. I don't like coming back and having a messy house. I want to come back an relax from my vacation!!!
Thanks everyone!! I am glad to know that I am not the only one who gets so stressed before a vacation!! I broke down and just ordered the groceries for delivery for my brother - our local grocery store (Stop & Shop) has PeaPod delivery service - and let me tell you - I think it will be worth the $6 delivery fee!!! It saves me time at the store, saves me from buying more than what is needed.........or rather what is NOT needed! I even made sure to order a few extra things that I know we are low on and will be there when we return home! And it will get delivered tomorrow morning before Scott has to leave for Physical Therapy! And best part - he will have to put it all away.........so saves me some time there too!!!
Work is completely DRAGGING, but I managed to fill my tote bag with things that needed to be done and did them in between seeing clients today - such as filling all my passpockets and getting those ready. Gathering items for my "smashbook/journal" (my probably won't be as elaborate as Cam's, more of a journal - less photos. And I updated each of our "To-do" lists and printed a copy to hand one to Scott and one to Emily when I get home tonight!! I usually do so much of the packing for each of them, and it's time for them to put their big boy/girl panties on and do it themselves!!!
I remembered to go pick up the baby gate for when Lilly comes home - and all her stuff is organized and ready to go! Seeing as though we will have less than 12 hours from the time we get home to pick her up! We probably won't even be unpacked yet! Good thing we have washer/dryer in villa - and I always try to come home with clean laundry!!!
Got to head out of work - run home, grab Em, head to Target, then hair appts - hopefully find time to eat somewhere in there!!
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And congrats on doing so much walking as well!
too perfect!
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Good thing we have washer/dryer in villa - and I always try to come home with clean laundry!!!
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