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  1. mraphael

    AP and DVC early registration

    Registered for Goofy. Been on my bucket list since my first half in January 2010. I'm glad to have used my DVC early registration because my computer at work was not cooperating and I would have had a full panic if it was April 22 and the rest of the masses were registering!
  2. mraphael

    AP and DVC early registration

    Thanks....the dvc site had information posted it seemed before the actual date....I'll check back on the 16th for an actual link and announcement. Worried I won't get to register for goofy!
  3. mraphael

    AP and DVC early registration

    Who do these dates apply to? DVC members? I can't find any link through the dvc website and I want to register early if I can!
  4. mraphael

    Help with Christmas planning

    Most of the Resorts have some sort of decorations for Christmas. Use the bus transpiration to check them out as they don't always allow for you to park and check them out as the resorts are full and parking is limited. Christmas is THE BUSIEST time of year at WDW. As for Christmas DAY...
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    Has anybody been at Disney World on Christmas Day?

    we were in the parks a few years back ON christmas day and YES, the crowds are terrible. we were better off staying in our hotel room all day...
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    PHOTOS - Halloween decor installation begins at the Magic Kingdom

    Super excited....My daughter turns THREE on 10/31 and we already have our tickets for MNSSHP. She'll be Cinderella (at least that's what she's decided right now, have to order the costume this week) and as for the rest of us...it's still up the air. I'm thinking I'd like to be Tink...
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    Running in the Princess Half Marathon

    I'm running the Princess Half this year....It will be my third Disney race! I'm super pumped about running this one because I'll be running with one of my great friends :) I also use the Jeff Galloway running program for all of my long races and it's perfect for beginners!! No time like the...
  8. mraphael

    Best 1/2 Marathon for a newbie

    I'd say go for the 1/2 in January. It was also my first 1/2 and was the best experience ever (even with the freezing rain!) If you aren't used to running in the HUMIDITY and the Heat of Florida, it can be a shock. I live in Florida and it took me awhile to get used to it....and it still...
  9. mraphael

    DVC Kitchen Use

    It varies with each trip for us. Since we are "local" (2 hour drive) I will bring pantry food and some cold food with me and then make a stop at Publix after check in. I always have drinks and a few snacks on hand in the room. This last trip we went on we stayed at BLT and didn't go into a...
  10. mraphael

    Marathon Weekend 2012

    I want to run something that weekend, just don't know what yet. I want to get more details on the RELAY first. Maybe just do the half....I did the full this year and I'm not planning on another FULL for sometime....
  11. mraphael

    Time for New Shoes

    I recomend getting fitted for shoes. I pronate while I run, but NOT while I walk. You need a shoe with good support. I LOVE my Brookes Adreneline shoes. LOVE THEM. And, when you have 300-500 miles on your shoes, replace them. The range depends on where you do your runs and your body type. The...
  12. mraphael

    My bad luck half marathon report

    You totally deserve that medal!! I ran the FULL on Sunday and by mile 22, I had to walk the rest of the way. I had pulled a muscle so bad that I couldn't run anymore.... YOU COMPLETED A HALF MARATHON!! Enjoy it!!
  13. mraphael

    First Ever Half Marathon race report!

    Way to go! I'm really happy that you had such a great experience!!
  14. mraphael

    First Time Marathon Running...

    Look into your local running store. Mine has a program called No Boundaries and it gets first time runners from stating to running a 5k. It's great motivation to run with friends....
  15. mraphael

    Race Retreat?

    After thinking about it , I'm saving my money and not doing the retreat....i was pretty bundled up last year pre-race and i've invested in the NIKE cold running gear for this year. I'll spend $20 on a thrift comforter to wrap myself in and discard it and give it to someone needy instead....
  16. mraphael

    Race Retreat?

    It sounds like a great idea, but at what point do you have to join the other runners in the COLD?
  17. mraphael

    Longest training run before running your first Full Marathon?

    i'm training for my first Full and I will have run 23 miles in my longest run before the race. When I did 20 2 weeks ago, it wasn't a physical problem, it became more of a mental thing for me....But, I finished strong, and felt great.
  18. mraphael

    Meet half marathoners at finish line?

    Will you have access to a car? My husband met me at the finish line (which is VERY CROWDED BTW) and based his departure on my text message alerts that came across when I crossed certain points in the race. Once you know they corral placement, it should help you plan better. Since I was in the...
  19. mraphael

    Help with room request at Contemporary

    The gift shop end is closer to the park.
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