I feel not-so-excited for my trip in 4 days

[Cole'sMom]

Hi everyone! We are leaving in 4 days for our annual trip, staying at the Poly, taking my 10 1/2 month old with us-sounds like a great trip. I was very excited a month ago, counting the minutes. Now I feel the closer the trip gets, the more unenthused I become. I cannot seem to get packing- I am packing for myself and Cole. My house is still a mess and things are not falling into place like they usually do. I usually have the majority of my and his things packed by now and the house is usually clean. We would just spend the rest of the week relaxing and waiting. Am I crazy or what? I know the majority of members here have the car packed by now and are waiting for the precious moment to drive to the airport. I told my husband last night that I don't want to go. How odd is that?! I hae no idea why I feel this way. Maybe it's because I am not looking forward to the flight with a 10 month old, maybe it's the fact that I know I have so much to do my head is spinning. If anyone has any advice, I would greatly appreciate it. I cannot believe I am in such a slump! Thanks.

Katie

 

[tigsmom]

I felt the same way right before our last trip because of various factors. I can say that once we got close enough to know we were "almost there" the usual excitement returned. Try to relax, anything around the house that doesn't get done will be there when you get back (speaking from experience again :lookaroun ). I can't tell you how many times I was still packing as the DH was loading the car. :lol: Taking a little one adds a lot of stress and you always feel like you are forgetting something, but don't worry because if you do you can always get it once you get there.

Take a few deep breaths and resolve to do one thing for an hour and then move on. Breaking things down will make the tasks seem smaller. And remember... perfection does not exist here on earth. ((HUGS))

 

[happymom52003]

Sit down and make a list of all you have to pack and everything you need to do before you go. Getting it on paper and having a plan might make you feel less overwhelmed. And make sure you are getting plenty of sleep! Once you are there, you will be excited!

 

[sbkline]

I didn't feel quite as bad as you seem to feel, but the closer we got to our trip, there was part of me that was getting bummed out already, knowing that the big day was almost here and would soon be over. Do you think that is part of what you are feeling?

 

[jesserin]

I always get a little stressed too a few days before the trip - it's far enough in advance that you can't really pack alot for your baby, but close enough that you feel like you should be getting something done! Far enough that the house could still easily be messy by the time you go - even if you cleaned it today... but close enough that you don't want to put it all off until the last minute!

:lol: ((Hugs)) It isn't the easiest thing traveling with a baby... mine's almost 20 months and it's a big challenge keeping her entertained while traveling.

BUT. The end result is worth it. I agree with the above poster - make a list of things you want to get done before you go.

And a list of things to pack... and then one more list of all the things you'll need to grab the morning you leave. This way you have a day or so to keep adding to your list, while also getting a little order into all this craziness.

It'll all come together, just try to enjoy these last few days of planning and think of where you'll be a week from now!

Oh and if you're kiddo's anything like mine... bring lots of snacks for the trip! Snacks, a blankie and a sippie can make all the differance in the world. :lol: Pack everything in plastic bags and it'll be a breeze getting through airport security.

have fun on your trip! don't forget this is mom's vacation too! Take a few minutes, some time over the next few days and do something special for yourself... if you have trouble getting out of the house without your kiddo, maybe take some time to do your nails while little man is napping... or pick up a new book and just give yourself some time to relax too. You deserve it! :sohappy:

 

[k.hunter30]

To bne honest, it was hard for me to get excited too. Even the day before I was nervous and anxious, but not in that happy, excited way... I have a lot of responsibilities at work so maybe I was nervous about things piling up for when I got back. But once we got on the ME bus to our hotel - it was totally magical!

I have a good feeling that once you're there you'll get that warm, Disney feeling back! I hope you have a wonderful trip! Tell Mickey and Stitch I already miss them!

 

[CAPTAIN HOOK]

1) Sit down and put your feet up.
2) Make a list of everything that needs packing
3) Give the list to your husband
4) Continue to sit down with your feet up and dream of Disney :animwink:

 

[justducky78]

I don't have kids, but I think (ok - I know!) that if I was traveling with a 10-month old, I would feel overwhelmed, too. You're probably just going into last minute panic-mode, but once you're there, you'll probably do fine.

The Poly is such a beautiful resort and so close to everything, that in itself will help make your trip easier. Just don't push yourselves, go at a slow pace, try and follow your child's eating/nap schedule and you'll do fine! We usually do mornings in the parks and take a nap in the afternoon, spend time by the pool and then go back out at night (again, we don't have kids) but even as adults, we need that break during the day.

Have a fruity drink for me at the pool, sit in the hammocks on the beach and watch the fireworks from the beach for me!

Have fun! :wave:

 

[sittle]

Maybe you shouldn't...

You know, if you REALLY don't want to go. I will happily go in your place!! I've always wanted to stay at the Poly!!! I can be there in three hours!! Just say the words!

Maybe you don't really wanna go to Disney right now. Maybe it's just that you'd rather not go, there isn't anything wrong with that. Afterall the weather is getting so nice where you are, the grass is green, the flowers are in bloom, your comfortable in your element. Maybe it is what it is, maybe your not crazy or in a slump at all!

 

[wdwmomof3]

I know what you mean. My kids say I get all mad when I am getting ready for a trip. I can't leave the house in a mess. I have to pack the car because my husband wont do it right and the kids are in to everything looking through suit cases and messing things up to the point that I feel like I am going to explode until..... the car is packed and the Disney CD is playing and we all have a smile on our face as we pull out of the driveway. It's like flipping a switch. All of that stress is gone and I can relax and enjoy the drive until one of the kids tries to hurt the other one. It's always gonna be something but once you are there it will all go away and you will have a wonderful trip. Be thankful that you are flying and that you are getting to go. I wish I could take your place.:animwink:

 

[ErickainPA]

Cole'sMom- I felt the exact same way on our last trip. We had DS who was just 7 months at the time and it was so much work to pack for everyone (granted I overpacked in the end) but just wasn't that excited about going, once the trip was here. Planning was fun, but to go just wasn't that exciting to me. Didn't even hit DH and I we were leaving the next day for Disney and still hadn't even when we reached the resort.

Know your not alone

 

[morgan22]

I know exactly how you feel - I felt the same way last year in the days leading up to our trip.... but I put that down to A) being 6mths pregnant and B) it was a last minute decision (I had a scan on the monday, booked trip on tuesday and flew friday from the UK!!) Because didn't have the time to plan or get excited it felt very strange and not like a WDW trip at all.

I know you've had weeks to plan but travelling with Cole is a big thing - I know I am already concerned as how Charlotte will take the trip and we another 6weeks to wait.... I think as mum's we take a lot of extra worry with us wherever we go and WDW will be no different. I am lucky as along with DH and I we have Charlotte's Grannie, Grandad, Auntie and Great-Grannie so I have a large support network with me - but added to that, the flight is so long from Manchester and that is scaring me...

Try not to worry too much and think of the fun you are going to have once there.... you know it will be worth it and everything will fall into place... Unfortunately it will be over before you know it and you will be wishing you hadn't been so worried beforehand...

 

[raven]

Hi everyone! We are leaving in 4 days for our annual trip, staying at the Poly, taking my 10 1/2 month old with us-sounds like a great trip. I was very excited a month ago, counting the minutes. Now I feel the closer the trip gets, the more unenthused I become. I cannot seem to get packing- I am packing for myself and Cole. My house is still a mess and things are not falling into place like they usually do. I usually have the majority of my and his things packed by now and the house is usually clean. We would just spend the rest of the week relaxing and waiting. Am I crazy or what? I know the majority of members here have the car packed by now and are waiting for the precious moment to drive to the airport. I told my husband last night that I don't want to go. How odd is that?! I hae no idea why I feel this way. Maybe it's because I am not looking forward to the flight with a 10 month old, maybe it's the fact that I know I have so much to do my head is spinning. If anyone has any advice, I would greatly appreciate it. I cannot believe I am in such a slump! Thanks.

Katie

I am also from Royal Oak, MI and will be there in just 2 days. If it would make you happier. I'll trade resorts with you and you can stay at AS Sports and I will stay at the Poly! :lol: jk.

No seriously. I used to work at TDS at Somerset in Troy and I could drop by your place and give you a little pre-Disney TLC to get you jump started. But my plane leaves 7am of Friday so I'd have to do a "Mickey Minute" as we used to say at TDS.

 

[OneLuckyMom]

I know that when my house is a mess (which is often :lol: ), I find it hard to get enthusiastic about doing almost anything.

Disecting it when it comes to vacations: I can't get enthusiastic about the trip because I dread packing. I dread packing because I'm dreading doing the laundry. I dread doing the laundry because I can't find the washer under all the mess in the laundry room (our laundry room is also where the back door entrance is, so all sorts of bags and such get dumped on top of the washer as we come in the door). And of course the whole reason I can't find the washer is because I haven't cleaned the house, and it's now an overwhelming mess and seems like an impossible chore.

Once I put my mind to it and actually get the cleaning done, then everything else seems to come together. Suddenly, doing the laundry is not a big deal. And I can find a space on the floor to put the suitcase, and space on the bed to sort out what I'm packing. And the excitement comes back.

 

[slowbee]

1) Sit down and put your feet up.
2) Make a list of everything that needs packing
3) Give the list to your husband
4) Continue to sit down with your feet up and dream of Disney :animwink:

ok.. just so wrong...

 

[EMThompsen]

Don't let the stress ruin it for you. A lot of people on this thread have had similar feelings & they've given some great advice. Just knowing you're not the only one who has these less then enthusiastic feelings should help you to feel a little better. everything you need to do before you leave will get done. & if it doesn’t is that so terribly bad? If you forget to pack something it’s not like you’re on a deserted island. & Sure it would be nice to come back home to a clean house. It’s not like it’s never going to get dirty again. I guess what I’m trying to say is “don’t sweat the little stuff and it’s all little.” I feel confident that once you get there you’ll have a great time. Think positive thoughts & enjoy!!!!

 

[jjgoo]

I don't have really any great advice, but I do want to offer my support. It sounds like you have a lot on your plate. Maybe if you can, get a babysitter and give youself a little mini break. Take two hours and fix yourself something nice and sit down and watch your favorite Disney movie.

Also, I think you should give yourself a break. You are doing a lot. Make a list of the things you want to do and the things you have to do before you leave. Then, throw away the "want to do" list. You can only do so much.

Good luck and have fun!

 

[SallyShine]

I didn't feel quite as bad as you seem to feel, but the closer we got to our trip, there was part of me that was getting bummed out already, knowing that the big day was almost here and would soon be over. Do you think that is part of what you are feeling?

I do this as well! Isn't it weird?

 

[Cole'sMom]

Thank you all so much for the replies, all the advice is great, esp Capt Hook's! I just got home from Somerset Mall and had some retail therapy. I needed to get out and walk today since the weather is less than stellar. It was 85 here yesterday and today it is 56. Ugh. I know, I need to calm down, but I am a type A personality and my husband is a type B. I freak out, he keeps me grounded! My mom even told me I am too high strung about vacation. Everything will get done, it just seems like I need even more "stuff" to bring this time and everyday seems like it gets shorter. I'm sure I will be very excited when we leave for the airport and we know we will be there in a few short hours. Once the sun hits my pale face, I will feel better. I just need to relax...I wish I liked that yoga class I dropped out of! Thanks again for the wisdom.

 

[lilclerk]

I do this as well! Isn't it weird?

I hate that feeling. I'm always kind of sad our whole flight to Florida because I know we'll be coming back soon.
But the Magical Express plus seeing the palm trees take care of that.