Countdown to the Clown! A September PTR - Updated 9/13 - TR LINK

[manntra]

I was just think of that Dixie Chick song too!!!! Ugh I think my niece put it on my iPhone!!!

I landed in the tail end of a hurricane 2 Augusts ago....I'll tell my man Jim Cantore from TWC to make sure it is gone for you

Tracy

 

[onelilspark]

Because I had a toddler.



He wanted to pack it...goofy kid!

Oh. I don't have a toddler, I don't know these things I was trying to think of WHY it might be in there...top of my list was to reserve space for souvenirs.

 

[luvfigment]

Congrats on being packed. I agree Earl, Earl, go away!!!! I hope Joe will get out without any problems. I am actualy going to be in VA starting on Wed so I am being partially selfish on hoping Earl stays at sea. Not to mention if it head towards RI my parents will have to cut their trip short b/c of my Dad's job and needing to be nearby for a hurricane/state of emergency.

Any hoo.....hope you did well spending time today to help pass this time until you leave. Just in case I don't get on the computer tom or Wed a big Happy Birthday to Mr. Henry!!!

 

[Flossbolna]

I hope the weather will cooperate!! There is a fabulous thread on the transportation board on what to do when flights are cancelled etc. due to weather issues. It is full of hints from experienced travelers. I will try to find it for you.

ETA: Here it is: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1363416&highlight=flight+weather+cancellation

I am glad that you checked in online! I think one thing they do is to assign rooms according to your estimated arrival time. Ever since they introduced online check-in my impression is that many more people report that they were able to get into their room way before 3 pm. No scientific evidence, but just my feelings...

 

[loritemp]

Oh my gosh, I need a big honking suitcase and to consult that site! How easy would travel be with just one bag?! Good work!

I will keep my fingers crossed for Joe and that Earl leaves his plans alone.

Have a great day tomorrow, run around the park, have fun, tire yourselfs out and go home and nap...and by the time you wake it will be THAT much closer to leaving!

 

[jenjolt]

I agree Earl has got to go!!! Sending lots of pixie dust that you won't have to deal with any of your just in case plans!!!!!!

 

[2xcited2sleep]

Congrats on being packed and ready to go!! I vow to pack early every year and every year I am up late the night before. Maybe this year will be different!

Fingers crossed that Earl decides to go out to sea and not mess with any DISney travel plans!!

 

[princess&her4princes]

Brook, I can not believe that you pack one suitcase with diapers/wipes for all three of you!!!!!! WOW...you would pass out if you saw what we bring! LOL!!!

Pixie dust that Earl goes astray......stay far, far away from Earl!!! Hope it passes by fast and your plans aren't changed!!

 

[mickeysmyboy]

Oh my goodness Brook! Every time they talk about Earl on the news I think of you!

My DH is a weather geek! We are in a precarious position sitting out here on the East End of Long Island so he's been obsessing about it! He's pretty sure, and he's got a pretty good track record, is that Earl going to go about 150-200 miles east of Montauk Thursday night - Friday. He doesn't really think it's going to be an issue. It may cause a few delays but it shouldn't be awful. Of course, that could change and don't hold me to that!

 

[MEK]

That's not a bad idea! I don't get too scared on many rides...I did on this one though:

I didn't have time to stare at my feet, my EYELIDS WERE FLAPPING IN THE WIND! Never, never, never again!

Oh No You Didn't? You rode this?????? You've got way more guts than me. Just looking at this ride makes me scared to death!

Is this Cedar Point?

Congrats on being packed. For some reason I thought you were leaving tomorrow, but I see its Thursday.

I was just watching something about hurricane earl on the news just as I was reading your post. I don't think Friday is going to be a very good travel day or any type of day for the matter. I hope it does change course and it doesn't interfere with Joe's plans.

 

[DisMomAmy]

Lots going on this week so I'm going to wish you a great trip now! I'll keep my fingers crossed that Earl takes a turn east!

Have an amazing time!! Can't wait to see some Boardwalk pictures!!

 

[disneydusted]

Brook, first I have to say you are amazing with your packing!!! We each had a HUGE suitcase and carry ons and purses/laptops depending on who was who! I cannot believe you can do that with 3 people! You are wonder woman!
Second, I am another Diser who thought of you when I heard of Earl! Isn't it funny that we all live through each other's trips! I am thinking that you and Henry will be good to go but we will keep that pixie dust sprinkling for Joe! Hopefully it will go east and leave us all out of its path.
You are soooo close! Can you believe it???

 

[IluvXU]

I am swamped with school, but want to make sure to wish you a wonderful trip and hope that nasty weather does not interupt any of those precious disney moments!

 

[Charleston Princess]

Oh, no! I am slipping up on my weather watching! I didn't even know we had a named hurricane out there!

To the Weather Site, I go!

But before I do, extra pixie dust and prayers that Earl decides to fizzle out or head out to sea!

 

[KatMark]

GO AWAY EARL! We don't like you. So just go far, far away and leave Brook and family to a safe trip without any problems from you causing delays.

 

[Poolrat]

Almost missed this party.
If it is any consolation, I did get the trip insurance this time ( I never get it ) as to guarantee no hurricanes. Hope it works.
Go North Earl, Go North Fiona and over sea!!!!

 

[robinm1215]

Hi Brook! I am way late to the party but I figure better late than never

First off, glad that your move went well. I lived in Queens (Rego Park) until I was 10 and then we moved out to the suburbs in NJ and I've been here ever since. I do love to visit NYC, mostly to see Broadway shows, and am just over an hour train ride away. Sounds like you are enjoying living in the city.

I haven't read your whole report yet so I really need to go back and catch up. From what I've read so far it sounds like you have some great plans. And the Boardwalk sounds great! I've never stayed in the Epcot area, although in 5 short weeks, I'll be checking into the Beach Club I think you're going to love it there and being within walking distance to 2 parks. It's just such a nice area, what's not to love, right

I am in awe of your packing skills I pack one fairly large suitcase just for myself and am usually pushing the 50 pound weight limit. I am really not good at limiting what I bring with me. My motto is usually, if it fits, it goes...

Here's to hoping that Earl does not create any travel problems for you

Are you doing a live trip report? If so, will you be posting a link here? I'd love to follow along. Your writing always makes me feel like I'm right there with you

 

[All7OfUs]

Great talking with you tonight!! Only 3 more sleeps for us, Lady!!

Here's hoping for great traveling weather!

 

[hcmommy]

Hi Brook I'm not much of a poster but I am an avid reader of the boards and all of your family's adventures. First of all congrats on fufulling your dream of moving back to NYC and getting to keep DVC, that is awesome. I really admire the guts it must have taken to move away to a new place like that! My DH and I want to do the same thing but haven't found "our" place yet. We just know it is not where we have grown up and currently live.

Hoping Henry has a happy birthdyay, Earl stays away and you all have a GREAT time on your trip. Can't wait to read all about it.

 

[brookelizabeth]

Whooo hooo for the less than 100 hours! I love that too.

Happy early birthday to Henry!!

Seems like a lot of us have had a crazy week..I had all intentions of finishing up my TR and posing my PTR, but once again doggie drama has gotten in the way. She'll be ok, but hopefully this is not something we'll have to ever deal with again...lesson learned.

I missed this post earlier - sorry about that!

Can you believe we are now down to just 48 hours? 48 hours form now I'll be at the airport!

Doggie drama is not good! I'm glad she'll be okay....doesn't sound like a very fun adventure at all.

You know that Dixie Chicks' song? Earl's gotta die? I keep singing that to myself whenever I'm watching the weather or reading about it.

Everything will work out! Don't worry yourself over it.

As for my Birthday plans, we are renting a pontoon boat with my parents and hopefully my brother again...as long as Earl cooperates.

Yes! I do know that song! That is soooo funny! And perfect for this situation.

You are right, everything WILL work out. Whatever happens, happens. It's not worth getting worked up about. Last night Joe and I briefly discussed it, and the conversation sorta fickled out without a plan being made...so I think we are both taking the approach of "let's wait and see". Hopefully Earl changes his ways.

Your birthday plans sound fantastic!!! Earl would be ruining one too many important dates, he's gotta die!

I was just think of that Dixie Chick song too!!!! Ugh I think my niece put it on my iPhone!!!

I landed in the tail end of a hurricane 2 Augusts ago....I'll tell my man Jim Cantore from TWC to make sure it is gone for you

Tracy

I remember the video from that song....it was so goofy!! The song is waaaaay catchy, if it were on my phone I would be humming it ALL DAY LONG!

Thank you for letting Jim Cantore know I need Earl gone. How was landing in a hurricane?

Oh. I don't have a toddler, I don't know these things I was trying to think of WHY it might be in there...top of my list was to reserve space for souvenirs.

I know, I figured...you just wait! All sorts of random things end up in places they are NOT supposed to be. The other night when I went to bed I discovered Joe and I had more toys in our bed than Henry had in his!!!!

Nice idea for saving space for souvies though!!!

Congrats on being packed. I agree Earl, Earl, go away!!!! I hope Joe will get out without any problems. I am actualy going to be in VA starting on Wed so I am being partially selfish on hoping Earl stays at sea. Not to mention if it head towards RI my parents will have to cut their trip short b/c of my Dad's job and needing to be nearby for a hurricane/state of emergency.

Any hoo.....hope you did well spending time today to help pass this time until you leave. Just in case I don't get on the computer tom or Wed a big Happy Birthday to Mr. Henry!!!

Another day/trip Earl could ruin! Earl you GOTTA GO! I haven't caught up on the weather yet today...perhaps he has heard our pleas!

Thank you for the birthday wishes for Henry! I haven't told him yet that his birthday is TOMORROW...I think I might keep it quiet today so he'll sleep tonight.

I hope the weather will cooperate!! There is a fabulous thread on the transportation board on what to do when flights are cancelled etc. due to weather issues. It is full of hints from experienced travelers. I will try to find it for you.

ETA: Here it is: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1363416&highlight=flight+weather+cancellation

I am glad that you checked in online! I think one thing they do is to assign rooms according to your estimated arrival time. Ever since they introduced online check-in my impression is that many more people report that they were able to get into their room way before 3 pm. No scientific evidence, but just my feelings...

That thread is really interesting! They all say "make a plan"...I suppose we really should. Depending on what Earl is doing tonight we'll do that. I guess the plan will be for me and H to go and Joe to join us when he can! Might be a "Mommy & Me" trip for a while....but I hope not!

I would love it if our room was ready! I hope you are right. It would be nice to freshen up, have a "home" and ditch the stroller while H and I run around and explore the BW!

Oh my gosh, I need a big honking suitcase and to consult that site! How easy would travel be with just one bag?! Good work!

I will keep my fingers crossed for Joe and that Earl leaves his plans alone.

Have a great day tomorrow, run around the park, have fun, tire yourselfs out and go home and nap...and by the time you wake it will be THAT much closer to leaving!

That site explains to use a smaller bag - one without rollers...because they do make a bag heavier and take up space...however, with a child in a stroller, rollers are practically necessary! I just take their packing tips pretty much and it has helped a ton! Joe, Henry and I even did one trip where everything was packed into 2 small carry-ons! Even diapers!

Henry slept in a bit this morning, so we are having a lazy morning...we have a couple errands to run this morning, then it will be nap time, then this afternoon we'll hit up the park for running around! Tonight I have a small to do list...I think I'll be exhausted by the end of the day...hopefully Henry will be too!