When You Wish Upon A Star...POOF your teens vanish!

angieandtrevor · Feb 13, 2013

Oh Kelly, what a wonderful report !! I hated to come home to the cold and snow but reading this has really helped, my hubby is actually reading it now

He definitely wants us signed up for the beer tasting; he loves to try different beers, especially ones that we can't get around here (which is pretty much everything). There was so many things that we missed on our last trip that we had to start making a list so that we don't forget things this time. Disney is so smart; they do that on purpose so that you just HAVE to go back on another cruise.

First off, I just LOVE the video !! It was so fun to watch their expressions, what a great moment !! I LOVE the Southern accents !!

THE DRESS - wow, that dress is gorgeous. That is SO my style, I almost want to go and order it online (haha). You looked fantastic; actually all of you looked wonderful. No wonder you are so proud of your adorable little family. And girl, I feel your pain with the darn shoes. After a few cruises I have realized there is only a select number I can bring when I go away. My cold Canadian feet can't take the heat and they swell up like balloons so nothing fits my stumpy pieds

I loved that you guys got all dressed up for pictures and then ditched everything and just went upstairs; that is most definitely something we would do. That is the best part about vacation, you can do whatever you want.

Isn't Key West the best, we fell in love after our first visit. The shopping, the bars, the people, the scenery, we just love everything about it. We spent a big part of an afternoon at Irish Kevin's - what a blast that was. The next time we visited we had Oliver with us so it was a different kind of day for us but we still loved it. We always said we will go back and just do a land vacation because a day just isn't enough time there.

Thanks for posting this report; it makes all of your fans happy to live through your vacation. All of your pictures are awesome and you most definitely have me convinced to book a Cabana for our fall cruise....fingers crossed we can get one

HopLow · Feb 22, 2013

Aw, Kelly, thanks for your report!!! The best, as usual! You write so well, it makes me feel like I'm there with you. I'm so jealous that you can do a Caribbean cruise without having to fly to get to the ship. Although, I am close to NYC and I vaguely remember a Disney cruise from NY to Canada? But still, not the same. You said you love the rocking of the boat - no sea sickness issues? That's one thing I'm concerned about planning a cruise with my best friend. We want to do the Disney Alaskan cruise, but she gets motion sick from the rocking. I guess it depends where your stateroom is located? Maybe we'll just load up on the dramamine and hope for the best...

Anyway, love reading about your family's adventures and thank you for sharing!

tiaragirl · Feb 22, 2013

Loved this TR so much, Kelly. I appreciate how SPEEDY you are with them!

Zman-ks · Feb 22, 2013

Awesome TR!

emcclay · Feb 27, 2013

Kelly - keep cruising so you can post more reports! I love the way you write and include the little details that make your vacation so special to your family. Telling you, I'm booking a cruise on that 90th day of my DCP when the DCL discounts are available to me because you (and others) have such amazing experiences on DCL.

sweetpee_1993 · Feb 27, 2013

DAKOTADISNEY said:
I think that note you found in Brian's closet should be used in a Disney commercial. Isn't that why we return to Disney Parks or Cruise line? I know we all felt the same way after we got back from our cruise last year. They just do it so well for every age group!

Oh heck yeah! Each cruise seems to get better than the one before. Well, I dunno, being on one WITHOUT the kids was pretty stinkin' awesome in a whole other way but you get the drift. LOL! Disney does do the cruises sooooo well for all the age groups. Babies to adults, nobody gets left out. Love that!

Sumrdog said:
I will certainly share, I've never done a trip report...I may do my first one on my whirlwind Princess Half Marathon with just me and my sister in two weeks! And then one month later the cruise. Yes I am a lucky girl two Disney trips in less than two months!

As for my avatar I cannot take credit for it, its the hidden Mickey at the check in desk at Sanaa... But I am a sewer too! I can't wait to wear the sparkly little skirt that I created for the Princess Half Marathon with matching glitter and tulle sweat band! It is super fun!! I am honing my skills by making Princess gowns for my daughter, she is ten now so maybe in a few years (like 30!) I will be able to make her wedding dress! I think that would be really special.

How'd your Princess half go??? Hope your sparkly skirt & sweat band made it more magical!

Your avatar! I thought it looked like wooden buttons! I have a bag that I made that I sewed wooden buttons on in a classic Mickey configuration. LOL!

My mother-in-law is a seriously skilled seemstress. That's where I learn from. I've helped her to make 3 or 4 wedding gowns. She does the design & construction then assigns me the tedious stuff like sewing on lace, crystals, beads, etc. It's crazy hard work but oh-so rewarding.

WishIWasAtWDW said:
See all we did last time was lay poolside so we're trying to actually do some activities this time! I think the longer cruise will be great because it will give us plenty of time for the lounging by the pool and activities.

Yes, I will be writing a trip report! We are leaving on 5/11 to the Western Caribbean. I can't wait!!

There's not a thing wrong with laying by the pool with a drinky-drink. I've not done it personally on a Disney cruise because I'm always running to find something to do or curling up with my honey for a snooze in our heavenly bed. Ooooh...can't wait to read your report. By the time you go the boys will be done with school so maybe I'll have more free time for reading.

GatorAsh said:
I'll keep my eye out for FL Resident deals, and will definitely go through Disneyfalcon to get it when I do- I like your point of giving my dollars to another Disney fan rather than the main corporation itself.
I've seen some threads about your girls cruise, and it sounds great! I just imagined everyone knew each other pretty well and were already roomied up, but I can't think of a better inauguration to the DCL than with a bunch of Disney lovin' ladies. And the cabannas- swoon!

That STINKS about your Facebook shenanigans! What are the odds?! Maybe try setting up a FB account under an email address that you create just for FB- and not doing more on FB than using the Re-Lilly site? It's so worth it. Glad you found some stuff on ebay too! The Lilly sale usually happens right before they launch a new line- this past one was the beginning of February, before they put the Resort line in stores. The next one will probably be around August or so, before they put the new Fall line out. I'll keep ya posted!

Yo! Have you given any more thought to joining us on the girls cruise??? We're starting to ramp up the planning and it's getting exciting! We "know" each other just from reading each other's trip reports and stuff. Same as YOU. So you aren't wedging in on any secret society. This is open for all the WDWMagic chicks to run away from home, have some fun, and to provide an opportunity for our fellow Disney fans to give the cruises a try without breaking bank hauling the whole family along. See, we do these things for our families. It's recon. As good mommies/girlfriends/spouses we make these bodily sacrifices...sailing on a luxurious, well-appointed Disney cruise ship...for the sake of knowing if it's a good fit for our families. ((Sounds good, don't it???))

sweetpee_1993 · Feb 28, 2013

GatorAsh said:
Oh! And they sell Lilly at Summer Lace in the Grand Floridian in case you ever need your Lilly fix while at WDW. Wouldn't it be great if they teamed up and make a Disney-inspired print?!?! It would sell as well as the Dooney bags...

Oh yeah! I sorta vaguely remember seeing some Lilly there. I haven't been in the GF in soooo long, tho. Disney Lilly??? I think my heart just went all a-flutter! I would be broke. LOL!

angieandtrevor said:
Oh Kelly, what a wonderful report !! I hated to come home to the cold and snow but reading this has really helped, my hubby is actually reading it now He definitely wants us signed up for the beer tasting; he loves to try different beers, especially ones that we can't get around here (which is pretty much everything). There was so many things that we missed on our last trip that we had to start making a list so that we don't forget things this time. Disney is so smart; they do that on purpose so that you just HAVE to go back on another cruise.

First off, I just LOVE the video !! It was so fun to watch their expressions, what a great moment !! I LOVE the Southern accents !!

THE DRESS - wow, that dress is gorgeous. That is SO my style, I almost want to go and order it online (haha). You looked fantastic; actually all of you looked wonderful. No wonder you are so proud of your adorable little family. And girl, I feel your pain with the darn shoes. After a few cruises I have realized there is only a select number I can bring when I go away. My cold Canadian feet can't take the heat and they swell up like balloons so nothing fits my stumpy pieds I loved that you guys got all dressed up for pictures and then ditched everything and just went upstairs; that is most definitely something we would do. That is the best part about vacation, you can do whatever you want.

Isn't Key West the best, we fell in love after our first visit. The shopping, the bars, the people, the scenery, we just love everything about it. We spent a big part of an afternoon at Irish Kevin's - what a blast that was. The next time we visited we had Oliver with us so it was a different kind of day for us but we still loved it. We always said we will go back and just do a land vacation because a day just isn't enough time there.

Thanks for posting this report; it makes all of your fans happy to live through your vacation. All of your pictures are awesome and you most definitely have me convinced to book a Cabana for our fall cruise....fingers crossed we can get one

I *wish* I had more time for reading TRs! It's so much more enjoyable than school, housework, blah blah blah. Your hubby reads TRs??? It's been since we got back from this one that Tracey has really taken an interest in at least my past reports. First he followed every post while I was writing this report. Then he requested links to all my past reports. So he's been coming home and has commentary on trips-gone-by and it's stuff I haven't thought of in years. It's so odd. I guess when he finishes my reports I'll put him onto Tammy's and Holly's and ..... There's so many good ones!

Southern accents! Really??? I don't think we sound like we have accents at all. Well, compared to my deep south, south Alabama relatives we don't. Ever watch Duck Dynasty? Some of my relatives have deeper drawls than the worst of those folks.

Thanks for the sweet words about our dress-up forray. I do love my dress. Wish I could've gotten my hands on the peacock one that I wanted most. Now that I can see we aren't too adept at schnazzin' up I seriously wouldn't spend the big bucks on a second one. No way. I hear ya on the stumpy feets. Tracey and I have talked a lot about how our feet swell. His do, too. We were both trying to figure out why. We think it must be the amount of alcohol we drink and difference in the foods we eat. At home we don't drink and we eat a loooooot healthier and a looooooot less. My goal for the next cruise is to eat more reasonably. Tracey mentioned maybe not drinking but, um, no. I'll stop eating first. That's part of the letting go of everyday life for me.

I agree, a day is NOT enough time in Key West. Before the 2014 DCL itineraries released we had planned to shoot for a Christmas cruise. But, even opening day pricing for holiday cruises are outside of reasonability for me. So, I told Tracey we're going to Key West for Christmas!

Ooooh, when you going in the fall??? Cabanas were all sold out by the time our booking window opened for our May Fantasy Western. Grrrrr! We're all checking back religiously and I'll do the waitlist on the ship but we don't expect one will turn up. Oh well. Guess we'll have to do CC without one this time. Not complaining. It'll still be awesome!

cowboibabyy said:
I usually don't read entire trip reports but yours make me feel like I've actually been on a vacation! Thanks!!

Yay! If you felt like you went on vacation then I was successful in what I was shooting for with my writing. I love to write! Thanks for coming along with us!

HopLow said:
Aw, Kelly, thanks for your report!!! The best, as usual! You write so well, it makes me feel like I'm there with you. I'm so jealous that you can do a Caribbean cruise without having to fly to get to the ship. Although, I am close to NYC and I vaguely remember a Disney cruise from NY to Canada? But still, not the same. You said you love the rocking of the boat - no sea sickness issues? That's one thing I'm concerned about planning a cruise with my best friend. We want to do the Disney Alaskan cruise, but she gets motion sick from the rocking. I guess it depends where your stateroom is located? Maybe we'll just load up on the dramamine and hope for the best...

Anyway, love reading about your family's adventures and thank you for sharing!

I'm so glad you got to come along with us, too! Thanks for joining us! Well, the cruising from our back yard isn't going to last because Disney is only going to be here thru the spring then back in the fall. That's it. No more. Yep, Disney cruised out of NYC last summer! They did the Canadian thing then they also did some 8-nights down to Port Canaveral/Walt Disney World similar to what we did.

No seasickness. I've been seasick before but I was 12 years old on a 55' sailboat that went out into the Atlantic from Titusville (right by Port Canaveral) for a single day. The seas were 6-8 feet. So not only did we have the motion from the waves, when we went under sail the boat was pitched in the wind. Very rough. My best friend's dad gave me a Dramamine and had me take it with a glass of scotch on the rocks. I went down below to one of the berths and passed out. When I woke up we were pulling back into the marina. There's a lot of things you can do to deal with the seasickness. My father-in-law gets motion sick really easy. He cruised on Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas with no problems. He used the prescription patch. You can also take Bonine (active ingredient is meclazine) which is similar to Dramamine with a slightly different active ingredient. Even non-drowsy Dramamine makes me sleepy but Bonine does not. Another thing you can do is chew ginger gum or take ginger tablets. Ginger is a natural route to keeping your tummy settled. Then there's the sea bands you can wear on your wrist. Never did those but some people swear by them. There's lots of things you can do to prevent sea sickness. We always bring the patches, Bonine, and ginger with us along with my other mini-medicine cabinet just in case. Better to have it and not need it, right???

Oh! And if you want to minimize motion get a stateroom in the centermost point on the ship. Think middle front to back but also middle in terms of up and down and side to side. I'd suggest midship on a middle deck. The side to side you'd end up in an inside room which I don't recommend. I think it's better to see the horizon so you'd need a verandah. Plus, fresh air always does me a lot of good. Verandah!

More adventures to come! Stay tuned!!!

tiaragirl said:
Loved this TR so much, Kelly. I appreciate how SPEEDY you are with them!

Kenzie! I'm just not patient enough to drag a trip report out. Once I start I have to finish.

Zman-ks said:
Awesome TR!

Thank you!

emcclay said:
Kelly - keep cruising so you can post more reports! I love the way you write and include the little details that make your vacation so special to your family. Telling you, I'm booking a cruise on that 90th day of my DCP when the DCL discounts are available to me because you (and others) have such amazing experiences on DCL.

I am! And I'm pretty much broke! Our lease is up at our apartment in a few months and as much as we hate apartment living we just don't want to spend more to get into another house. We'd rather travel more. I think this means we have a problem. LOL!

When does your DCP start?! We'll be in the area pre-cruise at the end of May...

Sumrdog · Feb 28, 2013

sweetpee_1993 said:
How'd your Princess half go??? Hope your sparkly skirt & sweat band made it more magical!

Your avatar! I thought it looked like wooden buttons! I have a bag that I made that I sewed wooden buttons on in a classic Mickey configuration. LOL!

My mother-in-law is a seriously skilled seemstress. That's where I learn from. I've helped her to make 3 or 4 wedding gowns. She does the design & construction then assigns me the tedious stuff like sewing on lace, crystals, beads, etc. It's crazy hard work but oh-so rewarding.

Princess Half was so much fun! I loved it!! And my outfit was very comfortable for running. I have decided to dress as a princess at every running event I do from now on!

emcclay · Mar 1, 2013

sweetpee_1993 said:
I am! And I'm pretty much broke! Our lease is up at our apartment in a few months and as much as we hate apartment living we just don't want to spend more to get into another house. We'd rather travel more. I think this means we have a problem. LOL!

When does your DCP start?! We'll be in the area pre-cruise at the end of May...

You might be broke. But, you have great memories to reflect on! A house is a big expense and certainly has it's "why can't everything fix itself" moments. Maybe there is another apartment complex you could look into that would be more enjoyable for your family?

I start my DCP in April. Sending you a PM

MagicMegan · Mar 18, 2013

I love your trip reports.

iloverags2 · Apr 28, 2013

I've been sort of (well totally) AWOL since Klondike's illness late last year and subsequent passing just over a month ago. Still having a rough time dealing with that, but slowly making my way back to reading trip reports and such. This one is so spectacularly awesome! What a vacation and cruise for all of you!

I have way too many comments for this entire report (and coming so late in the game), but I do want to mention one thing. You know that overpacking thing? Don't feel so bad. Remember that little 5-nighter last May? We had FIVE bags for just the two us. Seriously, how do two people end up with five pieces of luggage???

Thanks for sharing your fabulous trip!

tehSAC · Apr 29, 2013

I spent yesterday reading two of your cruise reports. My family and I are thinking of taking a cruise this fall, or next spring, so reading your report was a great way to get introduced. My daughter and I enjoyed the photos too! I may have to pick your and @Disneyfalcon 's brain for some cruise tips and hints as we get closer to setting some dates.

DisneyDebNJ · Apr 29, 2013

sweetpee_1993 said:
Went in to Brian's room the other day because he actually cleaned it. I opened his closet door and found this on the inside at eye-level:

Had to sneak back in there for a picture when he was outside.

Wow. I had wondered where that message from the bottle for Christmas went. Now I know. He's been a dancing fool since we got back, too. He says his friends showed him how to dance so now he's all about his moooooves. I knew he had a grand time. I knew he loved all the friends he made. ((Even caught him crying the day after we got home.)) This really does speak volumes as to what these cruises are for the boys. I'll do it again and again and again, every chance I get.

OMG this SO sweet!!!!!!!!!!!! WTG Mom and Dad!!!! You are creating some AWESOME memories for your boys!!!!!!!

farrellbarrel · May 5, 2013

What an amazing TR! I LOVE your Lilly purchases, and your dress on formal night was beyond AMAZING!!! You looked great! I'm glad you had a good time!!

lbrad · May 18, 2013

sweetpee_1993 said:
Where'd I leave off? Oh yeah, we were entering the ride for Little Mermaid!

I won't put myself thru all the work of typing out our full impression of this attraction. We enjoyed the music. It was cute. We're glad we did it once. We would never wait more than 10 minutes for it again. We thought the queue was the highlight. There. Not too much of the doom-n-gloom and I didn't waste my time or yours detailing it all.

When we reentered the sea-of-bodies outside Brian asked if he could break off for a while to go catch up with his Vibe friends who were also in the park. No problem. We all have our cell phones. We set a meeting spot & time and he was gone. Chandler elected to stick with us. Color me pleasantly surprised.

We were a little hungry and definitely thirsty so I weaved our way thru the masses over to Gaston's Tavern. I wanted to see it and try some of the offerings.

We got lucky and walked straight up to a counter for service. WooHOO! Tracey gave me only a little flack about not spending the extra $5 on the souvenir cup. Um, not carrying a sticky mug the rest of the day. No thanks. So we got a Lefou's Brew in a regular cup, a Sprite, a Coke, and a pork shank. But where to sit? All the tables were occupied. More seating needed? We ended up outside jockeying for space on the side of the fountain. Not to worry. Our grub was still pretty dang good!

Tracey described LeFou's Brew the way he did that nasty pumpkin beer a few days ago. LOL! Chandler smelled it and wouldn't go any further. More for MEEEEE!!!! I liked it! A LOT! I rarely drink any frozen drinks so the texture was a treat in itself, really. The pork shank was goooooood. Very tasty. Yes, sir. We are carnivores! Mmmmmm! After we finished getting our mini-grub on I wanted to see the inside of the little shop right there next to Gaston's. Don't know what the name is. Anywhoo, went in, glanced about. I thought the framed enchanted rose made of pins was kinda neat:

Moving on, I was lining up a pic of the Gaston fountain with the tavern behind him when Tracey decided I should be in the pic. Okay.

We made our way through the crowds towards the Belle's story thing. I wish we could've seen the inside of Be Our Guest but I had no luck the gazillion times I checked for an ADR before our trip and timing just didn't work out for us to be nearby at lunch time. Oh well. Belle's story thing had a 50 minute wait posted. That would be a solid "no freakin' way". We decided Haunted Mansion would be up our alley so we went that way.

What is it with us?! The Magic Kingdom crane HATES us!

Hence the reason we have NO pics of us on Main Street with the castle during the day.

Got to Haunted Mansion and WOW! There was an actual line. Not used to seeing it this way.

And again, wait in line here or wait in line somewhere else. We proceded. The actual wait was more like 15 minutes to the stretching room, 20-25 to the Doom Buggies. Love love love the mansion. It's always a favorite.

When we finished at the mansion we remembered the pit stop we needed to make for our favoritest souvenir for any trip: a personalized ornament!

Once we finished with our selections Tracey & Chandler ran off into Frontierland in search of pretzels. I hit up the little "surf" type shop right there by the walkway between Adventureland and Frontierland. When we reconveined we decided to hit Pirates, another family favorite. Gah! Waited in line for 20 minutes! That's definitely NOT the norm for us. When we got out of Pirates we still had like half an hour until we were due to meet Brian but we were kinda itching to have him back with us. Tracey called him and he was killin' time nearby anyway. Super. We caught up with him in front of Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse.

Now that we were all back together we stepped out of the way and tried to figure out what to do next. It was 6:30 and Wishes! wasn't until 8 or 9 (?). We all just kinda stood there looking at each other. Nobody could come up with anything they really wanted to do. Tracey piped up first, "Well, I don't know about y'all but I'm pretty much ready to be back on the ship." I don't think he got his sentence finished before the rest of us blurted out, "Me, too!" That was all we needed to hear. We all had a good chuckle as we made our way back out towards the hub. We did stop for a single photopass shot on the way out knowing this would likely be the last time we'll be here together like this for years to come. And, hey, you can't see the stupid crane at night!

We worked our way thru the masses and stopped at the Confectionary for some snacks for the bus. More Mickey crispy treats on-a-stick for me! Yummy! We walked out the door headed towards the tunnels and the exit when Tracey said, "Wait a minute! I'll be right back!" He ran back into the Confectionary and emerged a few minutes later with a Daisy Pez dispenser for me. Daisy's my favorite. He handed it to me, said he'd never seen one before, and it made him think of me. Awwwwwww!!!

Walking out Tracey noticed I wasn't looking back like I used to and getting all teary-eyed. Nah. I'm too excited about where we're headed.

There were DCL cast standing out by the bus depots to direct the cruise folks towards their stop. It was a long walk all the way out to furthest bus depot but we had ice cold bottled water waiting for us when we got there. As we walked up, naturally, a bus was pulling off. Sad face. A rep was proceeding through the line-up of bodies checking room keys for each person and picture ID for adults. There were probably a dozen DCL cast and Mears reps around. I'm sure it wasn't more than 10 minutes before a bus pulled up. We were so stinkin' happy to see it I had to take a picture. Crappy picture. Happy bus.

I even asked could I get a picture from the front. LOL!

The bus monitors were playing classic Disney toons which kept everyone pretty entertained. We got halfway out to the port when I noticed it was taking us an awful long time. I paid attention and noticed we weren't moving very fast. Whenever the bus approached anything or into a dark area the driver would hit the brakes. Tracey heard the driver on a radio asking what exit to take. This was not a good sign. Tracey has an app on his phone for flying and noted our ground speed at 47 knots. Um, that's like less than 55 mph. Then another DCL bus passed us up and it seemed our driver was going to follow behind this bus. I guess the route to the terminal had recently changed because the guy we were following missed a turn and BOTH buses ended up turning around in the parking lot for Carnival's terminal at the port. I think the entire bus was near mutiny by now. LOL! We ended up back at the DCL terminal at about 8:30 or so.

LOVE your TR !!!!
I hate when I see that crane ... eye sore

Great that you took a picture at night. I will remember that. Thanks !!
I won't wait more then 15-20 minutes for a ride anymore!!! Been there, done that, I'll be back!!
However I would wait to see Wishes ... it is my absolute favorite !!!
Can't wait to read more. Your family is adorable

sweetpee_1993 · May 19, 2013

Sumrdog said:
Princess Half was so much fun! I loved it!! And my outfit was very comfortable for running. I have decided to dress as a princess at every running event I do from now on!

That's awesome! Not a thing wrong with being a full-time princess!

MagicMegan said:
I love your trip reports.

Thanks!

emcclay said:
You might be broke. But, you have great memories to reflect on! A house is a big expense and certainly has it's "why can't everything fix itself" moments. Maybe there is another apartment complex you could look into that would be more enjoyable for your family?

I start my DCP in April. Sending you a PM

Uh, would loooove to sell our house that we have rented out right now just to not have that in the back of my mind but, like so many, we owe waaaaay more than the thing has devalued to in recent years.

We ended up renting a biiiiiig house from one of Tracey's buddies. It needs some updating and TLC but it's coming along little bit at a time. It's a lot of space for the same amount we were paying for half the space in the apartment. So yay for space!

Can't wait to see you next week! You'll be the first of the girls cruisers I'm meeting in the flesh! Cool beans!

iloverags2 said:
I've been sort of (well totally) AWOL since Klondike's illness late last year and subsequent passing just over a month ago. Still having a rough time dealing with that, but slowly making my way back to reading trip reports and such. This one is so spectacularly awesome! What a vacation and cruise for all of you!

I have way too many comments for this entire report (and coming so late in the game), but I do want to mention one thing. You know that overpacking thing? Don't feel so bad. Remember that little 5-nighter last May? We had FIVE bags for just the two us. Seriously, how do two people end up with five pieces of luggage???

Thanks for sharing your fabulous trip!

Awwwww, Cindy! I'm so sorry to hear about Klondike! My goodness, sweetie. That's just awful. My heart goes out to you. Riley is the first and only furry baby I've ever had. Especially because I "raised" her from a pup (teaching her to sleep still & quiet all night, go potty outside, be still for baths & combing, etc. etc.) it's like she's my 3rd child. She's my girl. I can't even begin to imagine what I'll do when/if she gets sick and passes. So at least the gravity of it, I can sorta understand. Bless your heart.

Ah, this cruise was fantastic. We had such an amazing time. Cannot wait until next week for the next one. We're trying so hard not to overpack for this one. I haven't started puting everything into suitcases but I'm hopeful. Just in case, Tracey has arranged for me to drive his Tahoe over to Florida vs. my car. We're just so nervous all the stuff won't fit plus the kids would be more comfortable.

tehSAC said:
I spent yesterday reading two of your cruise reports. My family and I are thinking of taking a cruise this fall, or next spring, so reading your report was a great way to get introduced. My daughter and I enjoyed the photos too! I may have to pick your and @Disneyfalcon 's brain for some cruise tips and hints as we get closer to setting some dates.

Thanks for reading! Definitely consider a cruise. They rock!

DisneyDebNJ said:
OMG this SO sweet!!!!!!!!!!!! WTG Mom and Dad!!!! You are creating some AWESOME memories for your boys!!!!!!!

Oh yeah! They still talk about how awesome it was months later.

farrellbarrel said:
What an amazing TR! I LOVE your Lilly purchases, and your dress on formal night was beyond AMAZING!!! You looked great! I'm glad you had a good time!!

I love my Lilly purchases, too! I've bought several more pieces that will make their grand debut on our next trip (this week!). Can't wait! Thanks for the formal night compliments. We're so not hauling all those formal clothes on this next trip, tho. Waaaay too much stuff, way too much uncomfortableness for pics that mostly are slightly "off" because we look as uncomfortable as we are. We've declared formals "not worth it". Not at all surprising for my bunch.

lbrad said:
LOVE your TR !!!!
I hate when I see that crane ... eye sore Great that you took a picture at night. I will remember that. Thanks !!
I won't wait more then 15-20 minutes for a ride anymore!!! Been there, done that, I'll be back!!
However I would wait to see Wishes ... it is my absolute favorite !!!
Can't wait to read more. Your family is adorable

Don't even get me started on the dreaded crane. It's like the plague with us. LOL! I'm not down with long waits anymore either. If that makes us "over it" then we're guilty. Thanks for the compliments on my family. Most definitely my greatest accomplishment in life.

emcclay · May 19, 2013

sweetpee_1993 said:
Uh, would loooove to sell our house that we have rented out right now just to not have that in the back of my mind but, like so many, we owe waaaaay more than the thing has devalued to in recent years. We ended up renting a biiiiiig house from one of Tracey's buddies. It needs some updating and TLC but it's coming along little bit at a time. It's a lot of space for the same amount we were paying for half the space in the apartment. So yay for space!

Can't wait to see you next week! You'll be the first of the girls cruisers I'm meeting in the flesh! Cool beans!

Omg, that is a great deal on the rental! So unfortunate about the housing market. I believe things are starting to make a comeback. Maybe soon your house will be able to be sold, even if you break even. Thinking good thoughts for you!

I am 91.9999% positive I will be on the girls cruise.. but, I'll save that story for Thursday! It's a good one, promise!

sweetpee_1993 · May 20, 2013

emcclay said:
Omg, that is a great deal on the rental! So unfortunate about the housing market. I believe things are starting to make a comeback. Maybe soon your house will be able to be sold, even if you break even. Thinking good thoughts for you!

I am 91.9999% positive I will be on the girls cruise.. but, I'll save that story for Thursday! It's a good one, promise!

Thank you for the good thoughts. Although we recently got our property tax statement from the county and, no surprise, we dove another several thousand.

The economic downturn was a little delayed in the area where we lived because of all the refineries and big oil business so I'm still trying to stay optimistic by thinking that maybe the upturn will be a little delayed as well. Ya know? Any positive vibes, tho, are greatly appreciated. I'm a firm believer in the power of prayer. Seen the miracles happen more than once. I am a believer. **winking skyward**whisperin' my thanks**

You better make the story on Thursday really good. Throw in some super hero action if you must. Please tell me you aren't having a baby. ((@NewfieFan, still love ya & your little nugget!

)) Perils of an all-girls cruise, huh? Plus, we have the female "I've-Changed-My-Mind" cards, akin to Get-Out-of-Jail-Free cards, to contend with. It's all good! Can't wait to get there!

emcclay · May 21, 2013

sweetpee_1993 said:
Thank you for the good thoughts. Although we recently got our property tax statement from the county and, no surprise, we dove another several thousand. The economic downturn was a little delayed in the area where we lived because of all the refineries and big oil business so I'm still trying to stay optimistic by thinking that maybe the upturn will be a little delayed as well. Ya know? Any positive vibes, tho, are greatly appreciated. I'm a firm believer in the power of prayer. Seen the miracles happen more than once. I am a believer. **winking skyward**whisperin' my thanks**

You better make the story on Thursday really good. Throw in some super hero action if you must. Please tell me you aren't having a baby. ((@NewfieFan, still love ya & your little nugget! )) Perils of an all-girls cruise, huh? Plus, we have the female "I've-Changed-My-Mind" cards, akin to Get-Out-of-Jail-Free cards, to contend with. It's all good! Can't wait to get there!

If I it is a baby, then it is a surprise to me as well!

Miracles do happen, even when you least expect them to!

LoveDisneyGirl · May 22, 2013

I love reading your trip reports! I just stumbled onto this site and your reports have instantly made me a huge fan!! Totally helps pass the time away during slow moments of the day!

I haven't been to WDW in almost 15 years and I'm just itching to go back. Being a California girl, I've gone to Disneyland more times than I can count, but can't wait for a return trip to WDW. And now from reading your TR, I definitely have to add a Disney Cruise to my list!

And your family is the cutest! You definitely seem like the type of people my boyfriend and I would love to run into on our Disney adventures!

Looking forward to your next report!

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