That is such a great history. I imagine he was not pleased when he was making a simple cartoon for a beverage cup and they decided to use it as the Team Logo! I'm sure he would have done all kinds of things differently. But, sometimes simple is best, and it's a great logo!
Enjoy visiting your Dad.
I am not sure? I know that it's not something that was really well "known" within the family until his death. I remember Josh mentioning something to me once, many, many years ago - although once the paper did the article when he died, it became a better known thing. Josh's Grandmother still has some of the initial cups with his logo on them from that first year - those are kind of cool to see... It's changed some over the years, but for the most part, it's stayed true to the original art.
We had a great time with Dad!
Happy New Year have a safe trip up to visit your dad.d
I'm feeling much better, thanks. It's been quiet around here the snow storm they were predicting never showed up, thank goodness.
I'm working a a small project for a friend. Her dog tried to eat a afghan that. belongs to her son's GF. I've been patching it and sewing it back together. The poor girl was heartbroken. I'm almost done.
Have a good weekend
Liz
Thanks! Same to you - we had a great trip and enjoyed our time with Dad and my brother.
I am glad to hear that you are feeling better, it's such a bummer to be sick over the holidays.
Awww... I sure hope you are able to fix it - that is such a bummer.
Thank you - same to you!
I agree with you on V's new iphone. She should have waited to get the phone she really wanted since it costs that much money. Oh, well, it's her choice not to wait so I hope she is happy with the phone she got.
How great that you got everything on your needed at the grocery store and stayed in budget. A specially now when you need to save money to repair Josh's car.
How exciting that Allison has started taking her first clients at school. I can totally understand Josh not being ready for Allison to cut his hair.
I hope the drive to your dad goes OK. I hope you have a great celebration with him with both celebrating Christmas and New Years.
Happy New Year to you and your family
Ulf has made ice cream many times during the year. The ice cream has been delicious every time.
Sadly the macaroons didn't turn out as they should. For some reason I don't understand the mixture/dough turned out MUCH thicker than it should. So we weren't able to make the macaroonns as thin as they should be. We ended up with some sort of almond dough that we decided to cook as if we were making macaroons. The almonds cakes tasted good even if we won't male it to macaroons. Oh well, better luck next time. I think we will try a different recipe next time we make ice cream and get left over egg whites
She seems to be happy with what she got... She made sure to order a case that is rose gold - as she said, all a person really sees is the case anyways.
Yah - it's a bummer about Josh's truck... We plan to take it in to be diagnosed over the next week or two, then we should be able to get an estimate for fixing... Depending on the verdict - we may fix it, or we may fix it then trade it in, as he has very high miles on it... It's the perfect truck for us - and a bit hard to find in a newer model because of everything we need in a truck - so the other part, if we trade it in, is finding a newer truck with the same options. We'll see.. I think, we will probably just fix it and then start watching for something newer.
Yes - it is very exciting for her! I went in last week and she did a pedicure on me- it was soooo nice. I plan to go in weekly or bi-weekly while she is in school, the price can't be beat - even when we are on a super strict budget.
We had a very enjoyable trip to see dad and my brother - it was a great time and good to spend some time with both of them!
Bummer about the macaroons... Sometimes though - even if they don't look right, they still taste just as good.
Happy New Year Lillian!
I was waiting to see if one your regulars replied to your frustration with the keyboard. I didn't see anyone give the suggestion of a 3rd party keyboard. There are two that I use - Gboard (by Google) and SwiftKey. I mostly use the Google one. This allows you to just slide your fingers along the keyboard much like androids. Also your FitBit can vibrate upon calls, texts and calendar notifications. Go into your account, go to notifications and choose what you want sent to your fitbit. Good luck!
Thanks for all of the suggestions! I did go searching for keyboard apps after I saw your post, and I am going to try out the Google one... I've never really done the sliding portion of the keyboard, so I am not sure if this one will do what I am hoping it will do? I am willing to give it a try though. It was funny - when I was doing the search - everything that was coming up was for people who had switched from Apple to Android and how much they missed the Apple keyboard - LOL... And here I am, the exact opposite.
Figures...
I was also able to get my Fitbit notifications working - well, sort of... At the moment the notifications are only coming through for calls and not for texts... I especially like the text portion, because when I am working at Target - if I am close enough to my phone while it's in my locker (my Iphone doesn't fit into my pants pocket anymore - and my old phone didn't fit in my jeans pockets while we were able to wear them during the holidays - which is how I know this) - I get my texts on my wrist... So I know if I have to sneak to my locker to reply. LOL
Thank you so much for chiming in and giving me some other ideas - I truly appreciate that. Happy New Year to you!
Thanks Dorine, I'm SO EXCITED!
We're going the week of Valentine's Day and staying at Pop.
Living in GA, we've been to WDW many times but not since the new Fastpass system began. We've been trying to figure out what to get FPs for, and so far we hate this new system! Hopefully it will be better in action.
Grace snagged a breakfast BOG reservation for a "ticketed event" - does that mean it will cost extra to get in? It begins at 7:45 and our breakfast is for 8:40. Can we be inside the park at 7:45 or can we not get in until our meal time? We may need to cancel that because I don't want her to pay extra for anything, if it costs extra.
Background info: my daughter is 25 and finished her BSN, RN 2 years ago and is a trauma ICU nurse at a level one trauma center in GA. She had a VERY difficult adolescence, and I'm so very proud of her.
I know I'll have more questions but right now my 15 month old grandson (my oldest son's son) is visiting and he's a handful! Grace and I want to take him with us, but my son says no, he wants to be the first one to take him down Main Street. Since he can't talk, Grace and I think if we could just "borrow" him for a few days, the 'rents won't be any the wiser - except I bet he would come back saying "bloon!" LOL
Oh my gosh - that is just sooooo exciting!!! How awesome! I dream of the day that the girls surprise me with a trip!
The FP system is a little tricky - I've found... I've also found that I have to go in multiple times, because it's constantly updating... So, on the first day - I grab as close as I can to what we want, and then I keep checking back and modifying. The thing I like the most about it - which I discovered on this last trip... Remember when V and I went into AK in the morning and only used 1 of our 3 FPs? While we were at the resort for a break - I was able to log into
MDE and switch those remaining 2 FPs for later on in the evening for a different park... So, I love that ability to do things on the move as plans change. And of course, it saves a LOT of walking.
There are parts that I don't like about it - but for the most part - it's a decent system.
I am not sure about the BoG breakfast... If it's during a hard ticketed event - it is my suspicion that you will have to pay for the hard ticket to get into the park for your ADR - If I were your dd, I'd keep looking for a later time... Who wants to pay for a hard ticket event just to waste the time eating? I'd definitely call Disney to confirm - though I am pretty sure this is how it works?
Congratulations to your dd for her success! It's not easy to take a difficult childhood and choose the right paths to take you on the right path... You have every right to be proud of her!
Awwwh - that would be so fun to be able to take your grandson... Though I understand your son wanting to be there the first time.
Hopefully you all can figure something out.
I am super excited for you and your trip - you will have an amazing time regardless!
Happy New Year, D! I hope the day with your Dad went well and all of you had a good time together.
I wanted to mention, I saw another poster mention the Starbucks mugs- they do have a TN mug. I have one! I got mine at the airport in Nashville, and I saw them at least one SB in Knoxville, so I know they exist!
Nice to see A doing her Dad's hair. How long is her course? I bet she will enjoy doing the hands on portion!
Thanks for the encouragement on the W30. I went to the commissary yesterday & did my best to stock up for the week (or as long as I can make it last). It was pricey, but I feel better prepared. I made clarified butter and boiled some eggs today. I've also boiled some chicken and shredded it up to make with the fajita seasoning. I have made it a few times and really love it. That is going to be my base for lunch this week. I'm going to give it my best shot! I know that just changing the way I eat and cutting out the sugar and dairy will be good for my body. I am going to weigh in and....maybe... do pictures tonight and then start tomorrow.
We did get to see Moana yesterday. V is right, the water animation is spectacular. It's like they personify the water into another character. I enjoyed the music as well.
Looking forward more TR updates and life updates. I hope this year brings you much much happiness!
Thanks Brandi - we had a great time with Dad and a good trip. Happy New Year to you as well!
Oooh - that is good to know about the Starbucks mugs! Thanks!
Hehehehe... Yes - it was fun to watch, and Allison's instructor did an amazing job on his hair - I wouldn't mind if he continued to go to her for his cuts, until Allison can do it herself. Her course can be done in 10 months, provided she gets all of her required hours in. I am quite proud of her - I know that many (myself included) don't think of cosmetology school as a difficult thing - however, I've been quite surprised at the different things she has to learn - like the anatomy of the head, laws concerning hygiene/health/salon ownership... Just a whole gammit of things that I didn't realize. That being said - she is carrying a 4.0 - on all of her tests so far combined, she has answered only one question wrong... So, I am pretty proud of her... Even if she doesn't choose this career path - it's still something good to fall back on one day if she needs it.
It sounds like you are quite well prepared for the W30 - that is half the battle. I need to get some eggs boiled myself - I find when I don't have those handy, I snack on other stuff that isn't nearly as good for me. I would love your chicken fajita recipe! I am working hard this week too, to turn my eating habits back around - I did pretty well, up until about 2 weeks ago - then I totally tanked again. It's such a vicious cycle. If at first you don't succeed, try, try again.
You will do great Brandi - I just know it!
Exactly - Moana was a great movie... My only disappointment with it, was that I had a hard time not comparing it to Lilo and Stitch - since they are somewhat similar.... And L&S is in a league of it's own. LOL Still a fantastic movie though!
Again - Happy New Year to you and yours!
I was ordering magic bands on the
Disney Store last night and saw they have some good sales right now. Don't know if there are any more bracelets you need, but they had quite a few and also Vera Bradley bags. I got the 45th anniversary magic band for myself and a Chewy and Han Solo one for my son. I didn't "need" one as I have a Christmas one from last year and also my annual pass one. The special ones are neat though.
I hope you had a good time with your dad. We still have to get over to my dad's with his gift too. He's at the point where I think he's afraid to go out when it's icy and fears he will fall. I had to refill his phone minutes for him as he has a pay as you go. We can get him a thousand minutes that last a year and he doesn't even use them all. But it's so nice to know he can call if something happens when he's out. Once his car wouldn't start and he was stranded. My grandkids love their new iphones. They got the 6s as it was a good deal. They had a Nokia smart phone I had given them to share when they went out, so they told me I could have it back. Now I can have the Disney app on it, just in time. Hard to believe but I still have an old flip phone. Mainly use it for calling though so it was fine. I was thinking about the color for Victoria's and thought if you put a case on it, how much color do you really see anyway.
Are you going to let Allison do your hair after she's had some practice? I think that would be so neat to have my daughter do my hair. My sister's daughter went to beauty school too but ended up deciding it wasn't for her. She does my sister's hair though and it always looks great.
Happy New Year!
Eeek!!! Thanks for letting me know!!! I may have to go sneak a peek! LOL
Yes - my dad is getting the same way too - a bit afraid to go out in the winter, because he is afraid of falling - rightly so... I think it's a genuine fear of many.
I just have my Dad's cell service on my plan - it costs me next to nothing and it's good piece of mind. Although - he refuses to carry it with him... Sigh.
Yay for getting your phone back and being able to get the Disney app on it... That is so handy!
I am glad your grands like their new phones - that is awesome! I totally agree about the phone case - that's the conclusion that V came to, as well - she ordered a phone case in Rose Gold, so now she really won't ever notice the color of the phone.
I might let Allison do my hair after she has had some practice - we will see? I truly enjoy my stylist and she does a fantastic job on my hair - so I hate to switch... But we'll see? I know Allison will be doing my other things though - at least for the time being - it will just depend on where she goes from here... Whether she goes to a full-service salon, or just a quick hair cutting place? Or if she doesn't it at all - she still talks about heading off to "real college" once she is finished with these courses... I know she was just doing this to "buy herself some time" to decide which direction she really wanted to go in.
Happy New Year to you and your family as well!!!
Sounds like you had a great start of the day. The end of your day didn't sound nice at all. People must respect other peoples personal space. I would be mad and would say some very nasty things to that person standing behind me if I experienced what V did under the parade.
It was a fun and decent day... It was great to be able to experience
MNSSHP again... IF I were to do it again though - I'd try to plan my trip earlier in the season when hopefully the parties aren't as crowded as they are when Halloween gets closer.
I agree - I don't normally commend my girls for such behavior - but this particular experience was totally above and beyond what is acceptable. I also encourage my girls to stand up for themselves - and in this instance, I feel like V was totally justified in her behavior - minus the swear word of course.
For some reason, half of the pics are not showing up for me!? It's probably my internet or my old computer. I will check back later and see if they come up for me.
No - it isn't your internet, or the Dis... I decided not to try to rotate all of my pictures in Photobucket - it was taking me hours, so I just used the links from Google... I don't think they worked - even though I can see them on my computer and on my tablet (but not on my phone)... I'll go in to Photobucket this morning and swap out some of the pictures I've managed to rotate - so at least some of them show up for you all. Sorry about that!
Well the third time is the charm? I cannot get a reply posted for the life of me. The Dis boards have been awful lately.
I'm here! And wishing you a very blessed 2017, with good health, good friends, lots of family, and lots of adventures.
I hope you are having a good visit with your Dad and safe travels. I know it must be hard with him just far enough away that you can't see him often. My parents were 3 hours away and it was really difficult.
I love your Christmas Eve and morning; thanks so much for sharing. I have to say your gift of the photo collage really gave me a lump in my throat. Pictures always get to me.
Your girls are starting to look so much more alike; they are so beautiful, inside and out.
I will be back to read your TR update; the boards aren't loading all your photos for me right now.
Happy New Year D!! Always love and hugs.
Thanks Carol - as always - same to you!
We had a great visit to see dad - the roads were good and traffic was easy - so that always makes the trip easier. Since we were able to stop off and get food at our favorite Chinese restaurant in our old home town - it made the drive even better. LOL We got take out and had Chinese for our "Christmas meal"... We even had enough to leave some behind for dad and to take a little home with us.
I know - that photo collage really left me in tears... It was so bad, at one point, I had to have Allison go grab me some tissues as the tears were burning my eyes. I didn't expect to be that emotional over a gift... but it's a wonderful one and one I cherish!
Hahaha - I agree - I also think they are starting to look more alike.
No - it isn't your internet, or the Dis... I decided not to try to rotate all of my pictures in Photobucket - it was taking me hours, so I just used the links from Google... I don't think they worked - even though I can see them on my computer and on my tablet (but not on my phone)... I'll go in to Photobucket this morning and swap out some of the pictures I've managed to rotate - so at least some of them show up for you all. Sorry about that!
Happy New Year Carol - love and hugs back!
Enjoyed the update. Can't imagine the creepiness that V encountered when she ended up under the skirt--ick!
Lots of photos not showing up for me either. Maybe the board is having issues?
Yes - she was not impressed at all - can't say as I blame her. I am glad that she stood up for herself though.
No - it isn't your internet, or the Dis... I decided not to try to rotate all of my pictures in Photobucket - it was taking me hours, so I just used the links from Google... I don't think they worked - even though I can see them on my computer and on my tablet (but not on my phone)... I'll go in to Photobucket this morning and swap out some of the pictures I've managed to rotate - so at least some of them show up for you all. Sorry about that!
Still sounds like such a Nice day and from what pics I can see, awesome shots from your photo pass photographer! Agree on that lady by V - ummmm NO!!
Love the logo and history with Minnie and Paul - glad to see it at the stadium as well! Love my twins and Vikings!
I hear you and agree on that mall. Hard to go there from the 2 lockdowns and that Target is really small and so congested by the entrance.
Hope you are able to fix your pictures but still enjoy reading about your trips. We all love your writing style.
We just bought our AP's to take advantage of the 13 month window. We are DVC members so it just makes sense...sometimes!!
Thanks - I am going to try to swap out some of the pictures this morning - although, now Photobucket has decided to crash and error on me.. Sigh - I think it will be a miracle if I am able to finish this TR.
Thanks!!! We love our Twins for sure - the Vikes... Well - I hate football... We are Wild fans though.
Just that whole mall area is a nightmare! It's terrible and I detest going there - with or without Dad. I used to be an asst. manager at the Gymboree there - for many years - and many years ago... Although many of my old co-workers still work there, so I love to stop in and see them all... However - yah, it's just a bad area, and I am super happy now that we moved and no longer have to spend much time there.
I am going to try to fix the pictures this morning - if Photobucket comes back up.
Sooo exciting for you with the APs... I sure miss having one. One day - it's my goal to have one every year, and to use it.
We'll see... LOL Congrats to you though! And Happy New Year!
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OK - first things first... The darn pictures... No - it isn't your internet, or the Dis... I decided
not to try to rotate all of my pictures in Photobucket - it was taking me hours, so I just used the links from Google... I don't think they worked - even though I can see them on my computer and on my tablet (but not on my phone)... I'll go in to Photobucket this morning and swap out some of the pictures I've managed to rotate - so at least some of them show up for you all. Sorry about that!
And then, I go to photobucket and it's errored out on me... sigh! It will be a miracle if I can finish this TR.
Josh and I were able to go see Dad - both girls had to work, so neither of them could do the trip with us, which was at total bummer and very disappointing to dad, but there's not much that can be done. We still had a great time and enjoyed visiting with both my dad and brother.
To those of you who sent their love - I passed it on to him.
It still moves me greatly to see my dad and brother together... No matter how much my Dad ages - he still takes care of Jonathan... They are "two peas in a pod" and sometimes, I see their relationship each as an extension of the other... They both give in their own way to the relationship and they are like two puzzle pieces the way they fit. Every time I think of how much easier it would be for me - and maybe even for dad - to have Dad closer to me - to be able to take him out shopping on a whim or have him over for dinner several nights per week... I think of the relationship between Dad and Jonathan, and how much they live for each other, I just cannot take that from them... It's all either of them have ever known and I fear it would greatly impact their will to live if I were to separate them. It's a difficult spot to be in, and as I was talking to Jonathan's foster mom the other day - it's a spot I never even imagined I would be in... I just assumed that my dad would never age. Stupid of me to think - I know... It just never occurred to me.
Aside from our trip to Dad's, we have stuck close to home... I worked on taking down the Christmas decor in every area of the house - except for the living room... So the kitchen is done, and the porch is done - aka - boring. LOL I've started to disassemble the living room - though I am leaving the tree as a "family " project. LOL Mostly due to laziness - I have no desire to take it all down by myself... If it was possible - I'd throw a large trash bag over the top of it and store it decorated.
Hmmm... I'll talk to Josh...
Today is our last day of holiday break - we all go back to work and school tomorrow.
This picture of the boys reminds me of one when Cooper was still a baby...
Josh and I have an errand to run in Rochester - so we are headed on a little road trip south for once, instead of north.
I also need to hit Trader Joe's while I am down there - I am nearly out of coconut oil spray... I usually buy 5 or 6 cans when I go, since we live so far from the nearest one - I have yet to find anything that compares anywhere nearer.
And that's about it. I hope all of you are having a wonderful start to 2017!
Prayers and Pixie Dust to all!
D~ (who is still trying to work with Photobucket..)
. I don't know what else I can do to finish up this TR? I'll spend some time tomorrow to see if maybe a different link will work better... 
I love the picture of Allison fixing Josh's hair! 
It's the Paleo one that I repinned from your pinterest board. I just boil the chicken and shred it instead of cutting it into chunks. It seems to make more volume-wise that way.
