Tasty Planning Time with ZeBrook! A 2 for 1 PTR - 12/24 - All our bags are packed

[A.Mickey]

Wahoo! It is getting closer! What a cute hiding spot! I wonder if Aaron would fit in ours.

I can't wait for your live updates!

 

[thewesterberg]

Things I love in your post...

1. Henry in the suitcase
2. Henry in his sunglasses
3. Henry in his sunglasses IN the suitcase
4. Famous Dave's Rich 'n Sassy. Drool.
5. That you're doing FB updates on your trip. (I wanna get 'em if it's possible and live vicariously through you!)
6. That you ignore laundry to DIS. My favorite form of procrastination as well.

Happy packing, Happy trip, and Happy Christmas!!! Have so much fun!!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Sent you a pm... so excited for you all. Henry is just to stinkin' cute!

Thanks!!! I just added you to my Facebook!

Great pix.

Thanks! It was really funny when he tried to climb in, Joe encouraged it and then added the sunglasses.

Hurray for suitcases!!! Henry is so funny hiding!!! I miss the days when Connor wore pajamas with feet.

I love footie jammies too! They are so sweet. I also love a diaper butt, but do not enjoy changing said rear-end.

Wahoo! It is getting closer! What a cute hiding spot! I wonder if Aaron would fit in ours.

I can't wait for your live updates!

You'll have to take pics if you try to get Aaron in the suitcase, it was definitely a fun time for Henry, he was all giggles!

Things I love in your post...

1. Henry in the suitcase
2. Henry in his sunglasses
3. Henry in his sunglasses IN the suitcase
4. Famous Dave's Rich 'n Sassy. Drool.
5. That you're doing FB updates on your trip. (I wanna get 'em if it's possible and live vicariously through you!)
6. That you ignore laundry to DIS. My favorite form of procrastination as well.

Happy packing, Happy trip, and Happy Christmas!!! Have so much fun!!

The DIS is my #1 form of procrastination! Yet, I can never keep up anyway!

I will try to be pretty regular about posting pics, I am thinking during our break time I'll put up some from the previous day, kinda similar to what you did!

 

[gellybean]

OMGosh! I have to get Jack-Jack's pic in our suitcase now!! TOO Stinkin' cute!!!

I can't believe how big our boys are getting. Looking back at pics from our trips last January! Time really needs to get itself straightened out. Doesn't it know that we want it to speed up when we're sad/feelin bad etc and slow down when we're having awesome times/enjoying our children as little ones etc!!!

So excited for you guys!! Can't wait to read all about your trip! I followed you on Tweeter... sounds a bit stalkerish of me... hmmm....

And sent you a pm to add me on FB!


See ya on the real side of life!

 

[Flossbolna]

I never expected it either! I was thrilled, and shocked! Disney's website really bugs me with how slow and clunky it is, and even the online system is that way, but overall, it works - and is quicker than calling and waiting on hold forever! I haven't figure out if I can bring up my booked reservations now to cancel the other 50's...do you know?

It is quite easy, you just log in and then go to "My Dining Reservations", there is somthing about "retrieve my reservations" and you just put in your confirmation number and your phone number I think and then it shows your reservation. There is a button to cancel it then. Of course you could also call to do that...

 

[wdwgirl03]

Hey, my facebook link is in my signature so if you want another DIS friend feel free to add me!

LOL at the picture of Henry in the suitcase! He fits perfectly.

 

[brookelizabeth]

OMGosh! I have to get Jack-Jack's pic in our suitcase now!! TOO Stinkin' cute!!!

I can't believe how big our boys are getting. Looking back at pics from our trips last January! Time really needs to get itself straightened out. Doesn't it know that we want it to speed up when we're sad/feelin bad etc and slow down when we're having awesome times/enjoying our children as little ones etc!!!

So excited for you guys!! Can't wait to read all about your trip! I followed you on Tweeter... sounds a bit stalkerish of me... hmmm....

And sent you a pm to add me on FB!


See ya on the real side of life!

Post pictures of Jack-Jack if you do!!!

I know what you are saying about our boys! They went from baby to toddler in minutes, I swear it!!

I added ya on Facebook!! I'm excited to post updates - I hopefully can figure out the whole picture via mobile phone thing. I'm a computer geek, but cell phone illiterate!

It is quite easy, you just log in and then go to "My Dining Reservations", there is somthing about "retrieve my reservations" and you just put in your confirmation number and your phone number I think and then it shows your reservation. There is a button to cancel it then. Of course you could also call to do that...

Ah! That is easy...thank you!

Hey, my facebook link is in my signature so if you want another DIS friend feel free to add me!

LOL at the picture of Henry in the suitcase! He fits perfectly.

I just added you as a friend! Today we pulled out Henry's little suitcase, he was so excited, he packed a book and then had me zip it up and he put it in the spot right by the stairs we always put bags and things that need to go downstairs/out to the car!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Today has been a productive day, despite a little cold I am battling. I got most all of Henry's clothing organized and a few outfits in Ziplocs to make it easy for Joe to dress him in the morning. He's got short sleeve, long sleeve, shorts, and pants. We are prepared for all kinds of weather!

Now, if I could just find his swim shorts...!

I also got quite a few of my shirts/outfit set.s...and discovered I still have another load of laundry to do for one specific shirt. Slightly annoying, but at least I discovered that today versus 12:01 am on the day we need to leave.

We pulled out Henry's little suitcase he got for his birthday. He packed a book, had me zip it up and then put it near the stairs. He has been talking about Mickey's House all morning long!


We have gotten a bit of snow lately, but nothing I was too worried about. Then Joe mentioned something about how we are supposed to get dumped on on Christmas Day. How bad could it be?

over to weather.com

A 2 day Winter Storm Warning?!

Here is a DIRECT QUOTE from weather.com:

A SIGNIFICANT STORM SYSTEM IS EXPECTED TO IMPACT THE UPPER MIDWEST STARTING AS EARLY AS WEDNESDAY NIGHT... AND LASTING INTO SATURDAY. DUE TO THE STRENGTH OF THIS SYSTEM AND THE PROLONGED PERIOD FOR WHICH THE SNOWFALL IS EXPECTED... THERE WILL BE MAJOR IMPACTS TO TRAVELERS... ESPECIALLY DUE TO THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY.

and it wraps up the lovely warning message with the following:

AS THE STORM SYSTEM APPROACHES... SNOWFALL AMOUNTS WILL BE FURTHER REFINED... BUT TOTAL ACCUMULATIONS WILL LIKELY EXCEED A FOOT OVER PARTS MINNESOTA AND WISCONSIN... WITH AMOUNTS IN EXCESS OF 20 INCHES POSSIBLE. GIVEN THE TIMING OF THIS SYSTEM... HOLIDAY ROAD AND AIR TRAVEL WILL BE SIGNIFICANTLY IMPACTED.

So, how bad could it be? 12-20 inches bad.

Lovely!

That may not only impact our trip, but also make travel for Christmas parties with the relatives near impossible.


Well, I'm not going to fret. We'll just roll with it. MSP is quite a nice airport with plenty of shopping and eating, perhaps we will know it more intimately than ever before after this trip...

On the To Do List front, there has been good progress on a few things, but only one change, and that is all the non-perishable items have been purchased and are PACKED into a suitcase (which weighs 40 pounds!).

Oh - dang. I just remembered, I still need to buy coffee. Target run! That's on the To Do list anyway!

And a big HELLO to all my new Facebook friends, I can't wait to share the trip and pictures with you!


IN ONE WEEK FROM TODAY...
We'll be saving Little Red!

 

[BrooklynnsMommy]

I hope that Santa doesn't bring you guys too much snow for Christmas. I am starting to pack this afternoon. I work a half day tomorrow and then I am done until the new year!

 

[wdwgirl03]

Yay, thanks for adding me on facebook! Gotta love having more DIS friends.

Boo to all the snow! It's snowing here right now (finally...a couple weeks ago we got rain instead of the snow a lot of the rest of the state had) and I was checking online before and it said we're under a winter storm watch until Thursday morning or something. Hopefully it doesn't impact your travel plans at all...I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!

 

[mickeysmyboy]

NO SNOW!!!! That just isn't fair or funny!!!!

I hope you guys don't have to big of a problem!!!!

We got a 27 inch blizzard over the weekend (see my TR for pics )and I just keep thinking "at least it's not the day we leave for WDW!"

 

[GreatBiscuit]

20 inches! The last time I became an "extended" guest at MSP, I discovered the wonderous joy that is Fried Cheese Curds. I plan to grab some more this summer. (Lord willing and the creek don't rise.) It's certainly a massive place to explore. Just don't tap your feet in the stalls. A fellow could get in trouble that way...so I hear.

 

[GreatBiscuit]

Food Porn thread got me last night....!



that's awesome! Well, the un-announced surprise visit thing isn't so much...but the fact that you spied the Famous Dave's instantly cracks me up!

If you are so inclined, PM me your address and I'll send you some to build your supply back up! It's sold on the grocery store shelves around here, it's all we buy. That huge 'ol bottle was only like 2 bucks, I'll send you a few bottles, no prob. (package will be sent AFTER january 5 )

Okay, I've been playing with Twitter/Facebook settings for 25 minutes. MUST GO DO LAUNDRY!

Thanks! Right now we're good with the MASSIVE jug my in laws sent. (They keep us well stocked with that and the Canadian Jam they sell at Fleet Farm.) But if the stash runs low, I'll give you a buzz.

 

[jordanyosh]

Praying for a break in the weather!

The storm was just warming up when it hit us last night. Showers overnight and that was it as far as precipitation went. However, it was/is very windy and chilly for SoCal. It's supposed to be in the 30s/40s tonight....cold for us. They said it's heading your way.

Best wishes.

 

[Charleston Princess]

Ugh, I hope the snow doesn't end up being nearly as bad as they are predicting, and that your traveling isn't impacted! Lots of prayers and pixie dust for you!!!

 

[IBelieveInTheMagic]

Hi Brook! As you know, I tried for awhile to leave a few messages yesterday on here but I could not - hopefully this one will stick!

Henry in the suitcase is adorable!!! I know you guys are so excited as you should be! I'll send prayers and pixie dust your way and hope the crazy snow does not impact you!!

I wish you and your family a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year and safe travels on your journey! I can't wait to hear about it and see it and I'll keep up with you on Facebook!

Heather

 

[onelilspark]

We're driving to Vermont this Christmas...I keep watching the storm you guys are supposed to get to see if it's coming our way!!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

to the weather forecast. But remember those guys and gals rarely know what they're talking about, right? Oh, I hope it doesn't impact you too much. You have the right attitude about it. You can't control it so might as well roll with it.

I'll be looking forward to facebook updates!!

 

[CJsMom]

It's still early - maybe things will change, just keep thinking positively! I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas, and best wishes for a happy and healthy 2010!!

 

[jenseib]

I have a friend in Minnesota and she has had to delay christmas plans as people can't make it into town on time. I hope it gets better