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This weather sure does not feel like the end of April / early May weather. Yesterday while standing at the train station it felt like winter, between the rain and the wind and it was only in the 40s. Today they say high of 70, but going back down to 50 the remainder of the week. So hard to plan what to wear....even when the daytime is warm by the time I go home it is cold again.
I will be happy when Spring finally gets here and decides to stay
Yes, this was a big day in Disney history! Thanks for sharing!!!
Glad the weather is looking up for you. My town has experienced some terrible flooding... so much that school opened late this morning. But today is beautiful here in NJ... high 70s and sunny!
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Our weather has been crazy too!! I was excited earlier in April when the weather was nice and I could get out walking again. But much like you, that hasn't happened because its been cold and rainy! Hope you and Luke are feeling better soon!
Can't deal with this weather as it's so crazy now! So much rain and wind today in CT! The high today was about 45. That's late February or March temps and not April 30. Tomorrow's high they say will be 73. What a contrast. That's above normal. Temps are usually in mid 60's in early May here. 70's on regular basis on average occur in mid May. Forecast for lower to mid 60's for next few days. Can't believe tomorrow is May 1st in just hours with this weather as it doesn't feel like it! I love my warm weather as it shouldn't surprise you as where I go for my vacations! With the exception of my Europe ones, every so often!
I'm having lots of fun finding out the Disney history for each day. I think so many of us would love for the weather to balance out to a more normal spring.
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What a cool piece of Disney history!
Sorry the weather's been interfering with your plans, but it sounds like you've got some nice weather to look forward to when you get to Florida.
I'm hoping in a few days that spring temps come to stay in Kentucky, but I'm still looking forward to warm weather in Florida.
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I hope your weather improves! Ours has been horrible here!
From the news, I can tell you all need yours to improve, too.
This weather sure does not feel like the end of April / early May weather. Yesterday while standing at the train station it felt like winter, between the rain and the wind and it was only in the 40s. Today they say high of 70, but going back down to 50 the remainder of the week. So hard to plan what to wear....even when the daytime is warm by the time I go home it is cold again.
I will be happy when Spring finally gets here and decides to stay
This has been a rollercoaster of a spring. I'm with you on wanting spring to come and STAY!
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Cool Disney trivia! I hope that the weather works out for your walks soon!
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I'm one who is sure glad Disney decided to build a second park closer to me than California.
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Yes, this was a big day in Disney history! Thanks for sharing!!!
Glad the weather is looking up for you. My town has experienced some terrible flooding... so much that school opened late this morning. But today is beautiful here in NJ... high 70s and sunny!
Sorry you've had to deal with flooding. I saw some pics from the northeast and southeast where flooding had occurred. I find that as scary as tornadoes. Stay safe! for spring to come to all of us and finally hang around.
all the crazy weather you had had/is heading over to us on the East Coast now - just crazy. rain, rain and more rain!!
Sorry this crummy weather is now tracking you all down. Lets hope that very soon all across the country we are basking in warm weather.
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Thought of you and Stefanie today as I changed my calendar!
When I changed the calendars last night, my heart ached just a bit. But then I hear Stefanie's distinctive voice reminding not to forget to do it.
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Our weather has been crazy too!! I was excited earlier in April when the weather was nice and I could get out walking again. But much like you, that hasn't happened because its been cold and rainy! Hope you and Luke are feeling better soon!
That's exactly how we felt. We had a really good week that seem to predict spring was finally here and then winter made a cool, rainy return.
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On this day in 1989 as many of you may already be aware, The Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park at Walt Disney World opened to the public. Located south of EPCOT, it is Disney's 5th theme park in the world. Although it rained throughout the day, the park was packed. It is the largest opening day press event in Disney World history. Attractions in the park included Walt Disney Studios Animation Studios (where guests could watch story personnel, animators, artists and technicians produce motion pictures), The Great Movie Ride, SuperStar Television, and The Monster Sound Show. The Great Movie Ride, a replica of the entrance to Graumann's Chinese Theater, features a courtyard for celebrity handprints and signatures. A program called "Star Today" will allow celebrities over the years to leave their mark. The very first "Star Today" is original Mouseketeer Annette Funicello. Released on this same day at the Animation Studios is a 9-minute short titled "Back to Neverland." The special film features Walter Cronkite and Robin Williams. Among the Hollywood legends visiting the park are George Burns and Bob Hope (who help cut the filmstrip ribbon dedicating the Studios).
In trip prep, we made our last Target run today. I know, I know, that some of you are thinking we might actually have to go back. But we are hoping that since we both went through all our trip supplies a while back and listed all we’d need that we won’t have to go back. We’ve never been this organized with what we have and don’t have before a trip. Additionally, we bought two more Disney gift cards. One of the things on our list was a pedometer, a fairly cheap one. I’d like to have the Fitbit Force, but those have been recalled. So until they come out with the new version, I wanted something less expensive. Target only had FitBits, so we went to Best Buy next, which only had FitBits, seeing a pattern here. Then we drove to the next door to Wal-mart where we found MapMyWalk pedometer that will sync with an app on my iPhone. And best of all it was much, much cheaper than a FitBit. It will be interesting to see how many steps we take and miles we walk while touring at WDW.
Tomorrow is our trash pickup day, which for some crazy reason motivated us to go out at 6:30 to clean willow branches out of the yard where they fell in the last couple of day’s storms. Luke had seen an ad in the paper today for Scott’s Earthgro Mulch at $2 a bag a Home Depot. Since we’d like to get the mulch down before we head to Disney, we also took the time to rake the dead willow leaves out of the landscaping. Actually, Luke used the leaf rake and I used a hoe. Even without the mulch the landscaping around the front of the house looks better. Mulching may be a project for this weekend.
I also want to share my Disney nightmare from last night. Luke and I were Exhibition Hall at MK to use FP+ for the Mickey Meet and Greet when we noticed that the princesses only had a 20 minute wait. (I now they are no longer there, but this was a dream!) Luke felt we had time to make the princesses and still get back within our FP+ window for Mickey. I think some of our other family might have been with us as we waited in line. For some reason, as the CM took our party back, Luke and the others were lagging behind. The CM told me I needed to scan my Magic Band. At that point I squealed in a shrill, high voice, “I forgot our Magic Bands on my scrapbook table back at home in Kentucky!!!” I covered my mouth with both hands, turning to search for Luke. At the same time the logical part of my brain was asking me a series of questions: How did I get on DME? How did I get into my room at WL? How did I get into the park in the first place? The last question temporarily jarred me awake. One of the first things I did this morning was add Magic Bands to our packing list.
It will be interesting to see how many steps you take and the miles you do while down in disney. What a dream I hate those kind where you start questioning yourself in the dream. But reading that is making me go add magic bands to my packing list LOL
Exciting that you have all your items needed!!! So close!!! And I feel for you with the nightmare......I have had a similar one......except it was that I forgot to pack unmentionables :roll eyes: And Disney doesn't exactly sell comfy ones!
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That is a scary Disney nightmare, and kind of funny at the same time! It is always funny when it isn't happening to you! Good for you for being so productive with the lawn. The rain and storms sure is dreary. I'm ready for some warm sunshine!
It will be interesting to see how many steps you take and the miles you do while down in disney. What a dream I hate those kind where you start questioning yourself in the dream. But reading that is making me go add magic bands to my packing list LOL
I guess the newness of the Magic Bands has me a bit anxious. I don't think I'd forget them as excited as I am about finally have some to use. But my subconscious must have had other ideas.
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Exciting that you have all your items needed!!! So close!!! And I feel for you with the nightmare......I have had a similar one......except it was that I forgot to pack unmentionables :roll eyes: And Disney doesn't exactly sell comfy ones!
That is definitely a nightmare because you are so right about Disney not selling the comfy ones.
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That is a scary Disney nightmare, and kind of funny at the same time! It is always funny when it isn't happening to you! Good for you for being so productive with the lawn. The rain and storms sure is dreary. I'm ready for some warm sunshine!
The meteorologist on the local news says it should be dry and sunny and gradually warmer for the next week. Possible showers next Thursday in the later afternoon or early evening. That sounds much better to me.
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The high today was about 45. That's late February or March temps and not April 30. Tomorrow's high they say will be 73. What a contrast. That's above normal. Temps are usually in mid 60's in early May here. 70's on regular basis on average occur in mid May. Forecast for lower to mid 60's for next few days. Can't believe tomorrow is May 1st in just hours with this weather as it doesn't feel like it! 
I love my warm weather as it shouldn't surprise you as where I go for my vacations! 
With the exception of my Europe ones, every so often! 
When I changed the calendars last night, my heart ached just a bit. But then I hear Stefanie's distinctive voice reminding not to forget to do it. 
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