1st Trip Report... 1st DVC Trip... Here We Go!!!

My husband (Adam) 34 and I (Alayna) 28, have wanted to do a trip report for a while now, and have never actually taken the time to do one, but that changes today, so here it goes.

To start off, let me give you a little background to our story. I have been going to Walt Disney World since I was three years old with my parents (Martin and Glenda) 61 and 60 and older sister ( Angie)36. We live in Texas, and have gone almost every year between 1987 -2007. Walt Disney World is such a special place for us, because it really has helped our family through some extremely tough times. My dad was diagnosed with non –hodgkin’s lymphoma in 1994 and has had 5 occurrences since. He has been through two bone marrow transplants in 1997 and 1999 and God willing is still with us today. So during these very hard times we always had Walt Disney World, A place that we could get away together and not think about “reality” for the week. My dad has been in remission since 2001, yet has had two heart attacks since then. So that is the story of my family and I’s LOVE for all things Walt Disney.

Now for the introduction of my husband, who had never been to WDW before his first trip to the world on our “Disneymoon” in July of 2007. His first experience was a 12 day trip, staying at the Wilderness Lodge. ( BIG props to the parentals and grandparents for this ) He was instantly hooked ! YES!!!... A dream come true to share my love of Disney with my husband, who I jokingly say now is more obsessed with Walt Disney World than I am . So we will be making our 7th trip in 5 years this month. (Sept. 8th -16th.) This will also be our first trip as DVC members, so obviously we are ecstatic and cannot hardly contain our excitement! We literally get up every morning and the first thing that comes out of our mouth is the countdown of how many days left. (don’t judge us… we already know we are crazy!)

Now, onto the setup for this trip. We will be joined for the first leg of our trip by my parents, my sister, and her 20 month old son Sam. This will be his first trip, and everyone is ALL about Sam… haha

They will be staying with us from Sept 8-Sept 14 at the Board Walk Villas in a 2 bedroom. Hubby and I will then move on to BLT after they leave on Friday the 14th (just realized I am so glad that is not Friday the 13th or my dad would have had to leave a day earlier J-superstitious much?) We will be at BLT from Sept14-Sept 16 in a one bedroom. We have always wanted to try out the layout at the Contemporary, so we figured the 2 nights would give us a taste to see if we are impressed with the style, or if it will feel too non-Disney for our liking.

I love to have faces to stories, so here are a few of our lovely mug-shots

Alayna (Me)


Adam (My Husband) @alawrence


The Parentals (Martin & Glenda)


Sister & Nephew (Angie & Sam)


So our schedule of events will attempt to be as such (remember this is purely based off of the hope of a 20 month old not having complete meltdowns each day )…

Arrival day (Sept 8th)-EPCOT Dinner reservations at Rose and Crown 6:00

Sept 9th -ANIMAL KINGDOM
- RESORT second half of the day for down time/pool time/catching up on sleep

Sept 10th -MAGIC KINDOM
Breakfast at Crystal Palace 8:05
Dinner at Tony’s Town Square 6:00

Sept 11th -EPCOT
Lunch at Le Cellier 12:10

Sept 12th -HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
Lunch at 50’s Prime Time 12:30

Sept 13th -DOWNTOWN DISNEY
-EPCOT
Dinner at San Angel Inn 6:00

Sept 14th -MAGIC KINGDOM
Dinner at Ohana 8:05

Parents, sister, and nephew leave out today around 4. Hubby and I only for rest of trip

Sept 15th -HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
Lunch at Mama Melrose 1:30
Dinner at Whispering Canyon 7:25

Departure day Sept 16th -MAGIC KINGDOM
Lunch always at Casey’s Corner on last day

So now the waiting game continues, but only for 4 more days!!
I work in an accounting office, so paperwork galore will surely attack and keep me busy these next few days. Come Saturday morning before the sun rises though, my hubby and I will wake to zero days left of our countdown and to the airport we will head.

I hope you guys will check back with us when we return, as I am already excited to write my first OFFICAL trip report with lots of pictures and tales to tell!

 

[alawrence]

I am kind of anxious to see what she writes about me on this. I have nothing to do with the report. I have just been told that I have to supply the pictures.

 

[disney dharling]

I'm in for the ride. Always happy to see another Glenda!

 

[wiigirl]

I'm in!

 

[s&k'smom]

Count me in, trying to convince DH to stay at Boardwalk. What a beautiful family you have.

 

[ShookieJones]

I am kind of anxious to see what she writes about me on this. I have nothing to do with the report. I have just been told that I have to supply the pictures.

Dude - it's the husband thing to do
1.Shut up
2.Don't embarass the wife
3.Insert task here: In your case "Take pictures"

I'm usually good for a 2 out of 3 depending on the when and where.

The good thing here is you're going to WDW so you can add a number 4. Have fun.

 

[Gojira ゴジラ]

We literally get up every morning and the first thing that comes out of our mouth is the countdown of how many days left. (don’t judge us… we already know we are crazy!)

That's normal

 

[laynalee07]

That's normal

welllll... I also didn't mention how we have created a 12 days of Disney that we also sing each morning... "2 dole whips and a fast pass to Toy Story"

 

[SoonerDan]

We leave on the 8th as well! It is our first trip! Can't wait to read along with your story!

 

[goodanu]

We had our first DVC trip just this August. We stayed at BLT and had an unbelievable time. Can't wait to hear more about your trip.

 

[laynalee07]

I'm in for the ride. Always happy to see another Glenda!

Ha, I always tell my mom she is like the good witch Glenda! There's actually not that many people named Glenda I have come to find out.

 

[laynalee07]

I'm in!

Thanks! Hoping to get some good pictures!

Count me in, trying to convince DH to stay at Boardwalk. What a beautiful family you have.

We are so excited to be staying at the Boardwalk... This will be our first time to stay there, so I will be sure to take some pleasing shots to try and help u sway him

Dude - it's the husband thing to do
1.Shut up
2.Don't embarass the wife
3.Insert task here: In your case "Take pictures"

I'm usually good for a 2 out of 3 depending on the when and where.

The good thing here is you're going to WDW so you can add a number 4. Have fun.

You seem to be a very well trained husband

 

[laynalee07]

We leave on the 8th as well! It is our first trip! Can't wait to read along with your story!

There is nothing like a first trip!... Hope you guys have a blast... Where are you guys staying?

We had our first DVC trip just this August. We stayed at BLT and had an unbelievable time. Can't wait to hear more about your trip.

I'm glad to hear you enjoyed BLT.... We are anxious about it... Have read mixed reviews about people liking or not liking the decor and such.

 

[alawrence]

Dude - it's the husband thing to do
1.Shut up
2.Don't embarass the wife
3.Insert task here: In your case "Take pictures"

I'm usually good for a 2 out of 3 depending on the when and where.

The good thing here is you're going to WDW so you can add a number 4. Have fun.

LOL. It sounds like you went to the same school of "Keep Mama Happy" as I did. Great advice.

 

[ShookieJones]

LOL. It sounds like you went to the same school of "Keep Mama Happy" as I did. Great advice.

I have an old school, off the boat, Italian dad. Growing up I always thought he was the "MAN" of the house.
He had the final word in everything.....how else could I think differently?
Well when I got older, he passed on this nugget of wisdom that filled me on what was really going on.
He said,
"Son, a man can't be a man unless a woman LET'S him be a man"

 

[alawrence]

That is hilarious. I also have/had old school, Italian-Off the boat grandparents. My grandfather is no longer with us. But, he was exactly the same way.

Most of his one liners and quotes were not too Disney appropriate though. He had tons of them, that I love to tell stories about.

 

[kch4095]

I love your family history with Disney World...it is something we are trying to create for our kids and hope to pass on to our future (way in the future) grandchildren as well. I totally understand the stress of cancer and sick parents and how Disney can offer such a great escape from reality. My dad is fighting lung cancer for the second time now and my mom is recovering from complications from open heart surgery. Dealing with all of that can be so overwhelming and heavy. I think a trip to Disney is one of the best things you can do for yourself to alleviate some of that stress. Have a great trip and please make sure to post all the details. I will have to live vicariously through you, at least for a couple of months until we get to cruise on the Dream!

Also, tell Adam (love his shirt) I said welcome to the SEC and Roll Tide!

 

[DawnBerg]

Have a Magical time on your trip!! Can't wait to read the TR!!

 

[alawrence]

Also, tell Adam (love his shirt) I said welcome to the SEC and Roll Tide!

Thanks for rolling out the welcome mat from the SEC! ...I am wondering if they will be rethinking their decision after the beat downs that they will receive this year. That little move landed them the most difficult schedule in college football this year.

Thank you for the kind words about the family! They truly are great people. I am fortunate to be a "In-Law" member.

I am sure that the trip report will be brilliant. She is so excited about it. Stay tuned.

 

[goodanu]

There is nothing like a first trip!... Hope you guys have a blast... Where are you guys staying?


I'm glad to hear you enjoyed BLT.... We are anxious about it... Have read mixed reviews about people liking or not liking the decor and such.

I'm sure you've done your homework and know what to expect. The rooms are a bit stale with the contemporary style. But, in my opinion, are still very nice. Just make sure you request a high floor for exceptional views. We stayed in a lake view two bedroom, 15 th floor. We didn't get the partial view of MK which we requested but we did have a great view of Epcot in the distance. Watching illuminations from the room was cool. Wishes on the roof deck at TWL was incredible. Your gonna love it, I promise!