VWL Groupies & Lovers Thread (Special Collectors Edition 2.0) updated 21 June 2023

[KAT4DISNEY]

Congrats on your son choosing CU! It's a great school. I spent three years in CO teaching at USAFA. Pretty state, largely good weather. As for the wait list, no. Nada. Bupkiss. We're not holding out hope any longer, and to be fair, there's something cool about getting to stay in the classic DL Hotel. Just not looking forward to moving stuff out of VGC, to the DLH, then back to VGC. Oh, well. . .

VGC often sees movement even at less than 30 days so don't give up hope yet!

 

[Flossbolna]

Congrats on your son choosing CU! It's a great school. I spent three years in CO teaching at USAFA. Pretty state, largely good weather. As for the wait list, no. Nada. Bupkiss. We're not holding out hope any longer, and to be fair, there's something cool about getting to stay in the classic DL Hotel. Just not looking forward to moving stuff out of VGC, to the DLH, then back to VGC. Oh, well. . .

Just like at WDW, bell services will move your stuff from one hotel at DL to the other. Made moving for us so much easier!

 

[Corinne]

Julie sounds like you had a great trip!! Glad your son has made his choice, but I sure understand how mama feels!

 

[DiznyDi]

Nice trip report Julie. I know how much you enjoy your time in New Zealand. And your sons college choice, while it sounds amazing for him, I know it’s sad for you
Now tell us more about that new tattoo

 

[DenLo]

This sounds scary to me, as I am not sure footed. I had been concerned in the past, but so far that has not happened. I will be especially careful if we stay in a CCV studio.
I guess you were not hurt, but you could have been.

The fall at the table just caused my usual bruising as I bruise easily. I couldn't figure out why I slid around and DH didn't. Do be careful and just don't hurry when walking in the room. Next trip, I am bring my Merrell clogs to wear in the room as I didn't have any problem when I wore shoes.

 

[DenLo]

Horselover, congrats to your son for choosing CU, it has some good programs there.

 

[sleepydog25]

Just like at WDW, bell services will move your stuff from one hotel at DL to the other. Made moving for us so much easier!

Cool! Luv probably knew that, but I'm not sure I've heard of them doing it. Thanks!

 

[horselover]

Nice trip report Julie. I know how much you enjoy your time in New Zealand. And your sons college choice, while it sounds amazing for him, I know it’s sad for you
Now tell us more about that new tattoo

Well since you asked! Here it is. The flower is a native NZ orchid chosen because 1) purple is my favorite color, & 2) it's native to NZ. The fern is a Maori style interpretation of the NZ silver fern (symbol of NZ & it's on pretty much everything). Combine the two together & it's things that will always remind me of NZ that represent love, beauty, strength, & resilience. Not bad things to be reminded of daily. Bonus that the orchid matches pretty much all my shirts.

 

[Granny]

And the big news in my house right now is this. DS18 has made his college choice.

It's the Bison for the win! CU Boulder it is. I mean who can resist a pool in the shape of a Bison? I knew all along this would be his choice. It's the right choice for him I think, but not so great for mom!

Julie...congratulations on the college choice. It’s a wonderful school and I’m sure he’ll love it.

Yes it’s a bit far from home but the college years seem to really fly by after high school seems to take forever!

As for his distance from home...I wonder where he got that travelling gene?

 

[Granny]

We are packing up getting ready to leave Aulani and prepare for our trip to DLR for a couple of days. This is one of those yucky travel days with the 11:00am checkout and a 10:30 pm red eye flight. Aulani has a very nice feature...a “lounge “ area with showers intended exclusively for check-in and check-out days so people can use the pool or change before heading for their flight. We intend to take advantage of the lounge as LA will be a bit cooler than here.

It has been a wonderful trip. We ate at Roy’s last night as our anniversary dinner and it was excellent! Similar pricing to AMA AMA at Aulani but the service and food were much better. Definitely would recommend Roy’s as a signature dining experience.

Aulani has been an amazing resort. I think the cast members here might even outshine the Hilton Head CMs! Just so friendly and so many genuine smiles. I have noted a few names that I will mention in my comments to Member Satisfaction (all positive experiences!).

Best wishes to everyone beset by winter’s last gasps. Hopefully some beautiful spring weather is coming to each of you very soon.

And from Aulani, we say ALOHA!!!

 

[DiznyDi]

Julie, the artistry is beautiful!

Enjoy your last day in paradise Granny! What wonderful memories you've made.

 

[jimmytammy]

Crazy weather indeed . . . .Tornado warnings all evening last night, and snow for the next two days here in N.E. Ohio. 2.5 weeks until we leave for The Lodge. Hope we don't have any earthquakes or meteor damage before then.

A EF-2 touched down about 15 mins from where we live in Greensboro NC. A very congested area, with many schools being damaged, houses leveled or beyond repair. One live lost and many injured. We were eating out when the storm hit and felt very fortunate to not be exposed to the worst of it. It came very quickly. Also, another tornado, EF-1 hit very near where WFC4Life (Will) and Sechem32 (Liz) live. It was a path over 33 miles long.

 

[jimmytammy]

Julie
Thanks for bringing us along in your journeys! And congrats for you folks on your DS making his college choice

Granny
Thanks too you as well for letting us share in your adventures

 

[momtwoboys]

checking in to say we are loving our BRV stay!! lake side room and having a blast!!!

 

[sleepydog25]

checking in to say we are loving our BRV stay!! lake side room and having a blast!!!

Glad to hear! It can be an addicting place.

A EF-2 touched down about 15 mins from where we live in Greensboro NC. A very congested area, with many schools being damaged, houses leveled or beyond repair. One live lost and many injured. We were eating out when the storm hit and felt very fortunate to not be exposed to the worst of it. It came very quickly. Also, another tornado, EF-1 hit very near where WFC4Life (Will) and Sechem32 (Liz) live. It was a path over 33 miles long.

Saw that and there was another EF-1 in the Danville, VA, area. Technically, G'boro is closer to us, of course. Glad to hear you're safe. While we occasionally dislike the weather where we live on the Parkway (well above 3,000 feet), I will say our chance of seeing a tornado is low. Straight line winds that match EF-1 or the frequent wind advisory of 50+mph gusts, sure. Again, glad to hear you guys were OK. Of course, that storm's back end also brought our 1/2 inch of snow/sleet overnight. 70F today but will likely barely reach 40F tomorrow. Summer, will you just get here already?!

 

[bobbiwoz]

A EF-2 touched down about 15 mins from where we live in Greensboro NC. A very congested area, with many schools being damaged, houses leveled or beyond repair. One live lost and many injured. We were eating out when the storm hit and felt very fortunate to not be exposed to the worst of it. It came very quickly. Also, another tornado, EF-1 hit very near where WFC4Life (Will) and Sechem32 (Liz) live. It was a path over 33 miles long.

Sorry to read this.

 

[twinklebug]

Keeping all those who've been impacted by seemingly senseless destruction and tragedy close to my heart. (Too many to list, but there have been so many extraordinary people standing up to do the right thing at these times to be found.)

I find it wonderful that this thread is a small but shining example of the kindness and joy that is still very much abundant in society. I still believe in the magic (of the world).

 

[horselover]

Julie, the artistry is beautiful!

Enjoy your last day in paradise Granny! What wonderful memories you've made.

Thanks!

A EF-2 touched down about 15 mins from where we live in Greensboro NC. A very congested area, with many schools being damaged, houses leveled or beyond repair. One live lost and many injured. We were eating out when the storm hit and felt very fortunate to not be exposed to the worst of it. It came very quickly. Also, another tornado, EF-1 hit very near where WFC4Life (Will) and Sechem32 (Liz) live. It was a path over 33 miles long.

Oh I'm so sorry to hear this. I haven't been watching much news. I had no idea you were having such bad weather in your area. Very sad someone lost their life, but glad to hear you are all safe.

 

[Dizny Dad]

Julie - Once again what a wonderful experience you have enjoyed, and thanks for bringing us along on the highlights. And a great thing in the family that your son has chosen where your money will be going! That is why they have those static stickers you put in the back window of your car; so when you are going to work and glance in your rear view mirror, you remember why!

 

[ArielSRL]

A EF-2 touched down about 15 mins from where we live in Greensboro NC. A very congested area, with many schools being damaged, houses leveled or beyond repair. One live lost and many injured. We were eating out when the storm hit and felt very fortunate to not be exposed to the worst of it. It came very quickly. Also, another tornado, EF-1 hit very near where WFC4Life (Will) and Sechem32 (Liz) live. It was a path over 33 miles long.

So scary! Glad you are ok!