carlypaigesmom
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I love all of your trip reports
My oldest son, Guilherme, spent 6 months in Winnipeg,Canada.It was really hard ( for me, not him LOL) specially at Christmas...but this time I think it will be even harder because Leila is my only daughter and we are really close, not to mention it will be ONE WHOLE YEAR!!That is so exciting for her! My foster-parents take in exchange students, and they have told me many times, the first months they are there, until Christmas time is the hardest for the kids - as they really miss home and it seems to be the worst at Christmas time (obviously)... Then after Christmas, they open up, because Christmas tends to be approx the half-way point... So they have their "down hill" time after, and they tend to miss home less and focus more on enjoying their last months here. So, keeping that in mind - she will likely have a harder time at first. I have no idea how it is for the parents... From my own experience of having Allison gone for "only" 10 weeks - it was torture for me as a mom... Especially when every natural disaster there was seemed to follow and find her. There was never any greater relief for me, than to see her step off of that flight - sick as a dog no less - but man, I cried tears of relief that night. And now I get to do it all over again in a few months with V - I am not looking forward to it - at least I will have Allison here, who has experienced it all first hand, to keep me sane. Sending you GIANT hugs!!! And also... Get Skype on your phone - and any other apps she uses frequently (my girls use Snapchat a lot - I've become pretty adequate as using that particular app) - so you can keep up contact in any way you can. She will be fine though - and it sounds like she will be staying with a wonderful family!
How great that you found a local restaurant to have lunch with your dad that was easy to get into and had good food.
I'm glad to hear your dad was in good spirits and that it was a good visit.
I'm so sorry to hear about you not feeling well after eating at Arby's.
Sounds like a good idea to visit your dad when you have a day off the following day.
The weather has been so nice the last week. It has been cold and no ice outside. Today it is raining and of course it's now ice outside. It's no problem driving on ice. The problem is walking on ice. They say it's going to rain all next week. I don't know if I told you but about 2 months ago a couple from the UK contacted me through geocaching.com telling me they were planning a trip to Tromsø to see the Aurora Borealis. They had some questions about Tromsø and geocaching in Tromsø. I told them all I knew about the things they were asking about. Well They are coming to Tromsø on Wednesday. We are having a geocaching event at a local pizza place. After they had booked everything they contacted me again and told me that the nearest cache from where they are staying is one of mine. When I heard where they are staying I had to smile and tell them that it's not that odd that the nearest cache is mine because they are staying right up the road from where I live through AirBnB. I do hope the weather gets better than the forecast predict so they get to see the Aurora Borealis.
Thanks for sharing your old Disney pictures. it's fun seeing how the girls have grown and pictures of things that are no longer there. I loved the picture where Victoria is scowling about something. It just looks so real.
I'm glad you and Josh were able to drive up to see your dad. Lunch at a local place sounds nice. Arbies doesn't like me either. It much be so seasoning they use.
When I go to Aldi I rush by all the junk food by the door. It's hard to get by the people that stop right there. I buy yogurt, fruit and veggies and salad there(not the iceberg lettuce kind, though) . the produce aisle is always full of people which makes it interesting.
I got the Aztec bead bracelet at Alex and Ani. My daughter got one with a tie dyed peace symbol. I'm always overwhelmed when I go into one of there stores. There's just too much to choose from. I'm not too fond of the new Vera patterns either. The outlet sale usually has older patterns and a few that are only for the sale but you never know which ones will be there until you get there.
Enjoy you day
Liz
You have given me a to do item. Look through old photos to do then and nows.
I love all of your trip reports
My oldest son, Guilherme, spent 6 months in Winnipeg,Canada.It was really hard ( for me, not him LOL) specially at Christmas...but this time I think it will be even harder because Leila is my only daughter and we are really close, not to mention it will be ONE WHOLE YEAR!!
Thanks for your advice, I will download every single app to help me stay in touch with her...she has an youtube channel and she will post her experiences there so I think that will also help!
I love your pictures!!
I'm so glad you were able to see Myrthe -- how wonderful! And so sweet of her to bring favorite treats for all of you. I'm also glad you were able to see your Dad this weekend -- such precious time together and I am sure he treasures it as much as you do. (Sorry -- emotions are still a bit raw........)
I love the pictures from your past trips! So sweet!
Did your replacement Alex and Ani bracelet ever arrive?
I'm with you on Arby's -- I haven't eaten there in years -- it just doesn't agree with me. Neither does Wendy's, although my family loves Wendy's. I just can't stomach it.
I hope you feel better today -- enjoy some well-deserved relaxation!
Awwwwwwww!! I just loved looking at your girls' pictures growing up at Disney World!!! I am insanely jealous of the picture with Dopey!!! He is my absolute favorite and I wish I could see him without waiting for hours at a party event. The last time I was able to find him was in 2004 maybe?!
Such beautiful memories and sheer joy in every one!!
Such great then & now pics! I love those. It's amazing how much they have changed, but also how you can still see those little girls in the current pics . What year was it that y'all got to be in the parade at Animal Kingdom? I remember you talking about that on the sewing forum, I think. I have to say, I think you look younger now than in some of these pictures! I'm looking forward to seeing more memories!
Happy Valentine's Day!
The CM pixie dusted her with a free one and sent her off with wishes to feel better.
Yesterday I decided to try and use my electrical wheelchair at the mall. It went quite well. There wasn't a lot of people at the mall which made it easier to get around. I discovered that I need a little more tape on the floor in the car to get the electrical wheelchair a little easier out of the car.
I hope you have a great week
Finally I'm caught up again and have read all the final chapters of your October trip. So sad to read those final days but you guys had some great experiences for sure. It's always nice to just take time to explore a resort and I agree the Poly is a great one for hanging out, especially because DOLE WHIPS! I think the Poly is going to be on our list for one of our return trips this year, just not sure which one yet. We have plans for 2-4 trips before the end of 2017 (gotta maximize that AP) but only one has been planned at this point. Actually it's like 1.5 since I have Vero Beach booked for August but am planning that as an after-Disney parks destination.
Going to try signing up the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 5K and 10K today when registration opens....send me some pixie dusted thoughts if you think of it!!
Aww that was so sweet! I love Pixie Dust stories!
Departure days are always sad, no matter what you do during them. I know what you mean regarding the depleted energy. We felt it too. I don't know what the deal was.
Dorine! I was gone a little bit and bam so behind! D - you look amazing! I love the pic of you and your girls and Myrthe. What a nice visit and lunch. So glad ya'll got to see each other.
Glad you got a visit in with your Dad as well. Hope he is doing ok. Does he have daily caregivers who check on him?
Love the pics of the girls from before. I cannot believe how fast time flies. Look at the beautiful young women they are now. You have done good mama.
Love seeing your coffee from Allison. Looks like she is working hard and doing good with her path right now.
I love to read your daily reports D! Don't ever stop
Have a good rest of the week. I will check in more often, promise.
Hugs.
It's a good time for me to take some time away from Disney I think.