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princess&her4princes · 02-02-2009, 07:47 AM

Hi Meghan!
I hope the trip was everything you hoped for and then some! Can't wait to hear all about it. When your write your TR, you'll relive your trip again and this just means, it's time to plan another one!!

Dancegrl624 · 02-02-2009, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by princess&her4princes

Hi Meghan!
I hope the trip was everything you hoped for and then some! Can't wait to hear all about it. When your write your TR, you'll relive your trip again and this just means, it's time to plan another one!!

The trip was AMAZING!!! I told my husband he needs to give me some sort of timeline for our next trip so I can think about it in my head.

I would love to go back this year, but unless we win the lottery, that's not going to happen.

My mom wants the whole family to go maybe next year, so that would be fun (my parents, little sis, my older sis & BIL and us). That would be 8 so....grand gathering??? Who knows. I need to upload my pics from my camera and edit my photopass pics and then I'll start my TR.

princess&her4princes · 02-04-2009, 01:04 PM

Hi Meghan,
Do you think you can point me in the right direction as to where to find the boarding passes you made for your DD? I was thinking of making them and putting them in my Mom's birthday card to surprise her for our trip in September! If I can figure it out, that is!! Thanks!!

Looking forward to seeing pics and hearing all about your trip!!

Disneyfan71 · 02-04-2009, 01:13 PM

I can't wait to read your TR and see the pics. It's kind of sad that we couldn't have gone back in January but kind of glad we didn't...then it would be over

pamouselover · 02-10-2009, 08:31 AM

Meg Did you start a TR yet?

Dancegrl624 · 02-10-2009, 09:39 AM

Hey everyone! I have not started my TR yet. I know, I know....I've been home for a week and a half. I have to edit my photopass pictures and upload the pics from my camera. I'm going to try and get a move on the pics today. Please bear with me!!!!

Dancegrl624 · 02-10-2009, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by princess&her4princes

Hi Meghan,
Do you think you can point me in the right direction as to where to find the boarding passes you made for your DD? I was thinking of making them and putting them in my Mom's birthday card to surprise her for our trip in September! If I can figure it out, that is!! Thanks!!

Looking forward to seeing pics and hearing all about your trip!!

Here's the link to the boarding pass thread

Boarding Passes

princess&her4princes · 02-10-2009, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dancegrl624

Hey everyone! I have not started my TR yet. I know, I know....I've been home for a week and a half. I have to edit my photopass pictures and upload the pics from my camera. I'm going to try and get a move on the pics today. Please bear with me!!!!

Can't wait to see them!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dancegrl624

Here's the link to the boarding pass thread

Boarding Passes

Thank you!!!!!

Dancegrl624 · 02-20-2009, 08:57 AM

I did it! I'm finally starting my TR!! We've been back for a few weeks now, so it's definately time to relive my trip. First I'd like to introduce my Cast of Characters for any new readers:

I'm Meghan..a 26 year old wife and mother. I work part-time in retail, I'm a ballet teacher and I'm a member of a professional dance team. I ADORE WDW and this was my 8th trip to the World. As a child, we went to WDW every few years and they were the best vacations ever.

My DH, Tony (25)...My DH is an Assistant Branch Manager for a local bank and enjoys pretty much anything to do with sports. He enjoys WDW, but he's not a Disney nut like me. This was his 3rd trip to the World.

Our DD, Madison (6)...The star of our family. She definately is our little princess

She has a bit of an obsession with cats (we have two) and loves playing her Nintendo DS. She also takes Irish dancing classes. This trip was all about her and she didn't even know it!

As my title suggests, this trip was a HUGE surprise for our DD. You can read all about my planning and sneakiness in my PTR.....A Surprise Fit for a Princess...a Pre-Trip Report (I apologize for the pics in my PTR. I deleted a whole bunch of pics from photobucket and it's now messed with my PTR. I'm very sorry...but I'll have PLENTY of pics in this TR!) We started planning this trip over the summer and it was very hard to keep it a secret. The week leading up to the trip was extremely hard. My DH and I almost blew it a few times! So, I guess I'll just start with departure day!

January 24th
I could NOT sleep the night before. I was just too excited and kept waking up every few hours. I finally decided to hop in the shower at 3:40am. I know...I'm like a kid at Christmas! After my DH and I were both done getting ready, we woke up Madison at 4:30am. Now, before I continue, let me repost some pics of the big surprise box.

The gift all wrapped up

A few little surprises

Some of Maddie's favorite books

The BEST book ever!!!

Our "boarding passes"

So, we woke her up and said that we had found this present in the back of our closest. We had forgotten to give it to her on Christmas since we bought it such a long time ago. She was very excited, but also very tired. She really liked all the little gifts, especially The Guide to the Magic. It took her awhile to figure out the boarding passes though. Once she figured it out, her smile got so big!

Look at that...Priceless!

She was so happy! She did let out some tears, but it was because she was so tired. She wanted to lay down for a little while longer, but that lasted about 2 minutes. Then, she was ready to go! We had some Nutri-Grain bars and granola bars at home for a light breakfast. Who can eat that early in the morning? It's impossible. Once we started getting Maddie ready, her excitement kept growing and growing. She just couldn't believe it!

My mom picked us up at 5:20am and had a gift for Madison: Princess shirts and a sweatshirt! I then had to shove those clothes into a suitcase. We got to the airport around 5:40am and there was NO line at the JetBlue check-in counter. Hooray!!! I had never seen that before! And, our luggage didn't go over the weight limit. Whew! I thought for sure a few of our suitcases were super heavy. They added a family line at security and it was wonderful. All of the screeners were super friendly (even at such an early time). We got to the gate before 6am! Our flight didn't even leave until 7:45am, so we had some waiting around to do. So, Madison and I browsed through her "Guide to the Magic" book (This book became our lifesaver that week) while my DH went and got us some bagels. Very yummy! Madison also got a start on her schoolwork. My DD actually enjoys homework. It's very nice.

Our flight to JFK only took 45 minutes, so we got to hang out at the new JetBlue terminal. It was very nice and had free wireless. I had to get on the laptop and check the Dis! Our flight to MCO was on time and it was such a nice sight to see palm trees!!! Our baggage didn't take long to retrieve, but our car sure did! The line was super long, but looking back, it didn't take an eternity.

Patiently waiting for our rental car

The view from the rental car pick-up. Beautiful!

Continued in next post.....

DTD and T-Rex
Morning at Epcot
Epcot Afternoon Pt.One
Epcot Afternoon Pt.Two
Magic Kingdom Pt. One
Magic Kingdom Pt. Two
Animal Kingdom
Magic Kingdom Day Two Part One
Magic Kingdom Day Two Part Two
DHS
Last Day

Dancegrl624 · 02-20-2009, 09:07 AM

Con't...

After we got our car (a very nice Ford Focus) and GPS (which we later named Helen), it was off to the hotel. We were able to check in early and had a view of the quiet pool on the 6th floor. Sadly, the Pirate pool was closed.

Major bummer! However, the pool by us had a water slide which our DD really enjoyed. After we got settled in and unpacked, it was off to Public's to buy some groceries. Once we got everything put away, we freshened up for dinner at T-Rex.

Here are some pics from our hotel, Horizons by Marriott

The view from our patio/balcony

Madison and Tony relaxing on the patio

We were in Building 28

Our room was on the top floor right across from the stairs

Pool area

View of the water slide looking towards our patio/balcony

Looking down the "main street" area

Another view down the street

The Check-In building

There were pool tables, ping pong table, etc in this area

Another look at the pool area

I do have pictures of our actual hotel room, but I forgot to load them to photobucket. Maybe I'll do that later.

Up next...DTD and T-Rex

Momof2Disneyboys · 02-20-2009, 09:20 AM

I'm in!

Wow that hotel and pool look amazing!!

Looking forward to more!

BellaSoleil · 02-20-2009, 09:20 AM

Great start! I can't wait to hear all about T-Rex!!!!

Was your hotel in Celebration?

hannahsmom7 · 02-20-2009, 09:25 AM

Looking forward to more!

Disney Mommy 3 · 02-20-2009, 09:26 AM

Hey Meghan! Lovin' it! Your hotel looks amazing. I love brick streets---they are a super-favorite of mine!

MaleDisneyBeliever · 02-20-2009, 09:33 AM

Looking forward to this one! get on with it already!!

02-02-2009, 07:47 AM	#151
princess&her4princes DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 4,034	Hi Meghan! I hope the trip was everything you hoped for and then some! Can't wait to hear all about it. When your write your TR, you'll relive your trip again and this just means, it's time to plan another one!! __________________ Kristen wife to Mommy to DS10 DS8 DS5 CURRENT PTR: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2791628 Never finished: Not Exactly the way it all began...A Sept 2010 TR! 6 kids under the age of 6 take on WDW, will they behave well enough that Santa will still visit? Dec 08 TR Complete

02-04-2009, 01:04 PM	#153
princess&her4princes DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 4,034	Hi Meghan, Do you think you can point me in the right direction as to where to find the boarding passes you made for your DD? I was thinking of making them and putting them in my Mom's birthday card to surprise her for our trip in September! If I can figure it out, that is!! Thanks!! Looking forward to seeing pics and hearing all about your trip!! __________________ Kristen wife to Mommy to DS10 DS8 DS5 CURRENT PTR: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2791628 Never finished: Not Exactly the way it all began...A Sept 2010 TR! 6 kids under the age of 6 take on WDW, will they behave well enough that Santa will still visit? Dec 08 TR Complete

02-04-2009, 01:13 PM	#154
Disneyfan71 Paging Mr. Morrow, paging Mr. Tom Morrow, your party from Saturn has arrived, please give them a ring. Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: 600 Miles North of the Magic Posts: 1,331	I can't wait to read your TR and see the pics. It's kind of sad that we couldn't have gone back in January but kind of glad we didn't...then it would be over __________________ 1980 (first trip)--Polynesian 1983,1986, 1987,88,95: Off site

02-10-2009, 09:39 AM	#156
Dancegrl624 DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 4,685	Hey everyone! I have not started my TR yet. I know, I know....I've been home for a week and a half. I have to edit my photopass pictures and upload the pics from my camera. I'm going to try and get a move on the pics today. Please bear with me!!!! __________________ Me- Meghan (30), DH-Tony (29), DD-Madison (10), DS-Cole (1) Completed Trip Reports Celebrations Galore & Free Dining Too! A Sept 2012 PTR Take Small Children By The Hand...a Sept Trip Report "I Want To Go Back!!!...a Sept 2010 PTR Heat,Headaches but So Much Fun! My June Birthday TR Wishes Do Come True!...a Birthday PTR A Surprise Fit for a Princess...PTR and TR 1984-1st trip, 1987-offsite, 1991-offsite, 1992-Contemporary (won that trip!), 1997-ASMu, 2002-offsite (DH's 1st trip), 2006-offsite (DD's 1st trip), Jan 2009-offsite, June 2009- Birthday trip at Pop,Sept 2010-Pop Century,Aug 2012-Boardwalk Inn,Sept 2012-POFQ (DS's 1st trip)

02-20-2009, 08:57 AM	#159
Dancegrl624 DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 4,685	A Surprise Fit for a Princess...The Trip Report upd 5/1(Last Day) I did it! I'm finally starting my TR!! We've been back for a few weeks now, so it's definately time to relive my trip. First I'd like to introduce my Cast of Characters for any new readers: I'm Meghan..a 26 year old wife and mother. I work part-time in retail, I'm a ballet teacher and I'm a member of a professional dance team. I ADORE WDW and this was my 8th trip to the World. As a child, we went to WDW every few years and they were the best vacations ever. My DH, Tony (25)...My DH is an Assistant Branch Manager for a local bank and enjoys pretty much anything to do with sports. He enjoys WDW, but he's not a Disney nut like me. This was his 3rd trip to the World. Our DD, Madison (6)...The star of our family. She definately is our little princess She has a bit of an obsession with cats (we have two) and loves playing her Nintendo DS. She also takes Irish dancing classes. This trip was all about her and she didn't even know it! As my title suggests, this trip was a HUGE surprise for our DD. You can read all about my planning and sneakiness in my PTR.....A Surprise Fit for a Princess...a Pre-Trip Report (I apologize for the pics in my PTR. I deleted a whole bunch of pics from photobucket and it's now messed with my PTR. I'm very sorry...but I'll have PLENTY of pics in this TR!) We started planning this trip over the summer and it was very hard to keep it a secret. The week leading up to the trip was extremely hard. My DH and I almost blew it a few times! So, I guess I'll just start with departure day! January 24th I could NOT sleep the night before. I was just too excited and kept waking up every few hours. I finally decided to hop in the shower at 3:40am. I know...I'm like a kid at Christmas! After my DH and I were both done getting ready, we woke up Madison at 4:30am. Now, before I continue, let me repost some pics of the big surprise box. The gift all wrapped up A few little surprises Some of Maddie's favorite books The BEST book ever!!! Our "boarding passes" So, we woke her up and said that we had found this present in the back of our closest. We had forgotten to give it to her on Christmas since we bought it such a long time ago. She was very excited, but also very tired. She really liked all the little gifts, especially The Guide to the Magic. It took her awhile to figure out the boarding passes though. Once she figured it out, her smile got so big! Look at that...Priceless! She was so happy! She did let out some tears, but it was because she was so tired. She wanted to lay down for a little while longer, but that lasted about 2 minutes. Then, she was ready to go! We had some Nutri-Grain bars and granola bars at home for a light breakfast. Who can eat that early in the morning? It's impossible. Once we started getting Maddie ready, her excitement kept growing and growing. She just couldn't believe it! My mom picked us up at 5:20am and had a gift for Madison: Princess shirts and a sweatshirt! I then had to shove those clothes into a suitcase. We got to the airport around 5:40am and there was NO line at the JetBlue check-in counter. Hooray!!! I had never seen that before! And, our luggage didn't go over the weight limit. Whew! I thought for sure a few of our suitcases were super heavy. They added a family line at security and it was wonderful. All of the screeners were super friendly (even at such an early time). We got to the gate before 6am! Our flight didn't even leave until 7:45am, so we had some waiting around to do. So, Madison and I browsed through her "Guide to the Magic" book (This book became our lifesaver that week) while my DH went and got us some bagels. Very yummy! Madison also got a start on her schoolwork. My DD actually enjoys homework. It's very nice. Our flight to JFK only took 45 minutes, so we got to hang out at the new JetBlue terminal. It was very nice and had free wireless. I had to get on the laptop and check the Dis! Our flight to MCO was on time and it was such a nice sight to see palm trees!!! Our baggage didn't take long to retrieve, but our car sure did! The line was super long, but looking back, it didn't take an eternity. Patiently waiting for our rental car The view from the rental car pick-up. Beautiful! Continued in next post..... DTD and T-Rex Morning at Epcot Epcot Afternoon Pt.One Epcot Afternoon Pt.Two Magic Kingdom Pt. One Magic Kingdom Pt. Two Animal Kingdom Magic Kingdom Day Two Part One Magic Kingdom Day Two Part Two DHS Last Day __________________ Me- Meghan (30), DH-Tony (29), DD-Madison (10), DS-Cole (1) Completed Trip Reports Celebrations Galore & Free Dining Too! A Sept 2012 PTR Take Small Children By The Hand...a Sept Trip Report "I Want To Go Back!!!...a Sept 2010 PTR Heat,Headaches but So Much Fun! My June Birthday TR Wishes Do Come True!...a Birthday PTR A Surprise Fit for a Princess...PTR and TR 1984-1st trip, 1987-offsite, 1991-offsite, 1992-Contemporary (won that trip!), 1997-ASMu, 2002-offsite (DH's 1st trip), 2006-offsite (DD's 1st trip), Jan 2009-offsite, June 2009- Birthday trip at Pop,Sept 2010-Pop Century,Aug 2012-Boardwalk Inn,Sept 2012-POFQ (DS's 1st trip) Last edited by Dancegrl624; 05-01-2009 at 09:40 PM.

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02-10-2009, 08:31 AM	#155
pamouselover “Have faith in your dreams and someday your rainbow will come smiling through. No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep believing, the dream that you wish will come true.” Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Pa. Posts: 3,194	Meg Did you start a TR yet?

02-20-2009, 09:07 AM	#160
Dancegrl624 DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 4,685	Con't... After we got our car (a very nice Ford Focus) and GPS (which we later named Helen), it was off to the hotel. We were able to check in early and had a view of the quiet pool on the 6th floor. Sadly, the Pirate pool was closed. Major bummer! However, the pool by us had a water slide which our DD really enjoyed. After we got settled in and unpacked, it was off to Public's to buy some groceries. Once we got everything put away, we freshened up for dinner at T-Rex. Here are some pics from our hotel, Horizons by Marriott The view from our patio/balcony Madison and Tony relaxing on the patio We were in Building 28 Our room was on the top floor right across from the stairs Pool area View of the water slide looking towards our patio/balcony Looking down the "main street" area Another view down the street The Check-In building There were pool tables, ping pong table, etc in this area Another look at the pool area I do have pictures of our actual hotel room, but I forgot to load them to photobucket. Maybe I'll do that later. Up next...DTD and T-Rex __________________ Me- Meghan (30), DH-Tony (29), DD-Madison (10), DS-Cole (1) Completed Trip Reports Celebrations Galore & Free Dining Too! A Sept 2012 PTR Take Small Children By The Hand...a Sept Trip Report "I Want To Go Back!!!...a Sept 2010 PTR Heat,Headaches but So Much Fun! My June Birthday TR Wishes Do Come True!...a Birthday PTR A Surprise Fit for a Princess...PTR and TR 1984-1st trip, 1987-offsite, 1991-offsite, 1992-Contemporary (won that trip!), 1997-ASMu, 2002-offsite (DH's 1st trip), 2006-offsite (DD's 1st trip), Jan 2009-offsite, June 2009- Birthday trip at Pop,Sept 2010-Pop Century,Aug 2012-Boardwalk Inn,Sept 2012-POFQ (DS's 1st trip)

02-20-2009, 09:20 AM	#161
Momof2Disneyboys DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PA Posts: 19,974	I'm in! Wow that hotel and pool look amazing!! Looking forward to more! __________________ ~ Oct 2005 CBR ~ May 2007 POFQ ~ May 2008 CSR ~ Jan 2009 CBR ~ Nov 2009 POR & OKW ~ Nov 2010 BWI ~ Aug/Sept 2011 CBR & Poly CL ~ Apr/May 2012 Beach Club ~ Dec 2012 GF SL & Poly ~ Up Next: Aug 2013 YC ~ It's the Most Wonderful Time of Year ~ Dec 2012 Trip Report IN PROGRESS!

02-20-2009, 09:20 AM	#162
BellaSoleil Mommy of Belle~ Wife of Goofy Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 1,414	Great start! I can't wait to hear all about T-Rex!!!! Was your hotel in Celebration?

02-20-2009, 09:25 AM	#163
hannahsmom7 Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Cape Cod, Ma Posts: 97	Looking forward to more! __________________ Sarah, & DH, DD8, DS4, DD1 Offsite '87(age 8), CBR '90, Dixie Landings '92, CBR '93 '94 '95 '97, AS Sports '97 (HS grad trip), '06 offsite Planning another visit in Fall '12 (waiting for DD to get a bit bigger!)--RESCHEDULED last trip--our surprise baby #3 born 6/25/09! Epcot Fountains :

02-20-2009, 09:26 AM	#164
Disney Mommy 3 DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 5,650	Hey Meghan! Lovin' it! Your hotel looks amazing. I love brick streets---they are a super-favorite of mine! __________________ 3 times off-site as a childOct 2000-off-siteDec 2001-All Star MusicNov 2002-Poly Oct-2004 Cont.Dec 2005-GF & ContDec 2006-BCMay 2007-BCJan 2008-BCJan 2009-PolyDec 2009-ContNov 2010-BCNov 2011-PolyNov 2012 WL

02-20-2009, 09:33 AM	#165
MaleDisneyBeliever Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 458	Looking forward to this one! get on with it already!! __________________ British Disney Fanatic! Disneyana Collector! Pin Trader! Shareholder! WDW - Sep 1997, Oct 1998, Aug 2000, Sep 2001, Sep 2009 (all off site) DLParis - Sep 2007(Sequoia), May 2010(Newport Bay), Feb 2012 (Sequoia)

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