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

[blossomz]

Hi Di! Sorry I took so long but I've been thinking about the refurb and how I really feel about it. In the end I guess it's a more disappointing than exciting but there are some nice things about it. The overall design basics are ok if rather generic. But attention to details rather lacking (in the DVC resort that I otherwise think had the most attention to details ) and quality of some materials and the workmanship was rather poor - I absolutely agree on the couch material. Oh - and it's hard as a rock! Definitely don't want to just plop down on it. Our couch didn't have the snags and holes but the material was twisting and showing stretching on one of the cushions. One of the first things that stood out and definitely a worry knowing that they don't replace those very often.

I know that a lot of people won't scrutinize too close and won't notice some of the things that really stand out to me after having done a few renovations on homes over the years and trying to incorporate new into older places. I guess I just expect better from Disney and their history of attention to the smallest details. I still think they shopped at Lowes for the refurb although DH thought I was giving too much credit.

I'll post some pictures from our room and more details once I get the pics better organized.

I miss the stencils...they were my favorite thing!!

 

[DiznyDi]

I miss the stencils too! And the old splatter ware dishes......

Corinne, I'm getting excited for you! No better way to relieve your stress than to head to our beloved Lodge!


And..... today is Maria's wedding anniversary! 28 years of wonderful togetherness Wishing you an amazing day and a very Happy Anniversary!

Wishing all our Groupies an enjoyable holiday week-end. As we remember the fallen, let us not forget that this is the land of the free, because of the brave.

 

[blossomz]

Happy Anniversary Maria!!

And an enjoyable Memorial Day weekend to all!

Just planned a quick impromptu trip to the Lodge! Had to go back down for Star Wars and breakfast with Darth! Will be there from 5th -9th. Will check out the "new" decor myself!

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Anniversary Maria!!!!

 

[Corinne]

Happy Anniversary Maria!

 

[Corinne]

Corinne, I'm getting excited for you! No better way to relieve your stress than to head to our beloved Lodge!

Thanks Di, I agree, I really need a WDW fix. I am struggling with a decision to make a career move.

This will be a quick trip with my sister, we are staying at the AKL, I would like to try and get over to the WL, but not sure if we will. DH and I will definitely be going in September though!

 

[jimmytammy]

Happy Anniversary Twokats!!!!

 

[jimmytammy]

There must be something in the air...all these impromptu, quick WDW trips I came home Thurs fro work, told Tammy I sure wish we could go back to WDW before our Oct. WDW/Cruise trip. BAM, before you know we are juggling the idea around, and poof, we have plane tickets bought, DVC called(staying at AKL Kidani, this will be our 1st stay at AKL)and restaurant ressies made!! Can u feel the excitement?

The anniversary trip we just got back from only wet my whistle for more

 

[rusafee1183]

Good morning all!

All these quick WDW trips are making me so jealous! We won't be back until late 2015 at the very earliest. We rented out our points for this year to work on our debt.

JT - I hope you love AKV. We do! You all know how obsessed I was with VWL when we got home from our last trip, and when we added on. That's how much I adore AKV also. When we tried the Boardwalk this last trip, I was excited to stay there but sad that I wouldn't get to 'go home'. Luckily it worked out, and we added on at AKV at the beginning of that trip too

So, this weekend is the first one that I am at my second job. I have been here since yesterday at 7 am and will get to leave tonight at 11. I'm sad to be away from home but we are working Dave Ramsey's baby steps, so this should speed the process up. I'm hoping to only keep this job for 6 months to a year at the most. Wish me luck!

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[jimmytammy]

You hang in there Heather, you will be all the better for it in the long run and you will be at WDW on a regular basis before you know it!!

 

[rusafee1183]

You hang in there Heather, you will be all the better for it in the long run and you will be at WDW on a regular basis before you know it!!

Thanks JT. I was really scared to do this job, but I'm finding my footing. The hardest part so far is being away from everyone and feeling like I'm missing something

We'll knock this debt out soon enough. I'm still so grateful for you pointing us in the right direction I don't think I told you, but we already knocked out our first 2 snowballs, and on June 1st we will get rid of another. That leaves my 3 largest, but with doing this job it will get rid of one in 5 months, and the second largest by next Feb/March!

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[Muushka]

Good morning all!

All these quick WDW trips are making me so jealous! We won't be back until late 2015 at the very earliest. We rented out our points for this year to work on our debt.

JT - I hope you love AKV. We do! You all know how obsessed I was with VWL when we got home from our last trip, and when we added on. That's how much I adore AKV also. When we tried the Boardwalk this last trip, I was excited to stay there but sad that I wouldn't get to 'go home'. Luckily it worked out, and we added on at AKV at the beginning of that trip too

So, this weekend is the first one that I am at my second job. I have been here since yesterday at 7 am and will get to leave tonight at 11. I'm sad to be away from home but we are working Dave Ramsey's baby steps, so this should speed the process up. I'm hoping to only keep this job for 6 months to a year at the most. Wish me luck!

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Best of luck with your financial planning. I was blessed to grow up in poverty (no, I am not being sarcastic!) so I learned at a very early age how to manage money. It is not for the faint of heart!

 

[MiaSRN62]

Thank you SO much for the "happy anniversary" wishes DiznyDi, Corinne, Jimmytammy & blossomz !!!

You all are truly the sweetest, most thoughtful people

And HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to TWOKATS!!!!

 

[ottawagreg]

Thanks JT. I was really scared to do this job, but I'm finding my footing. The hardest part so far is being away from everyone and feeling like I'm missing something

We'll knock this debt out soon enough. I'm still so grateful for you pointing us in the right direction I don't think I told you, but we already knocked out our first 2 snowballs, and on June 1st we will get rid of another. That leaves my 3 largest, but with doing this job it will get rid of one in 5 months, and the second largest by next Feb/March!

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I wish you the best as well. I know that cleaning up issues like that are not pleasant. I had to deal with an alcohol problem. It was hard to face it, but I am so glad I did. The short term pain is always worth the long term blessings. I would be in a terrible place had I not done that. When something has control over your life you pay a much greater price than when you face the problem and deal with it. It will be over and in your rear view mirror before you know it. I bet your WDW trips will be even more enjoyable and fulfilling when it is. I hope that I did not stick my nose in where I should not have. I just wanted to encourage you.

I'll have six years sober in October! That is if I don't stop at Trout Pass Pool Bar this trip!

God bless you.

greg

 

[rusafee1183]

Thank you SO much for the "happy anniversary" wishes DiznyDi, Corinne, Jimmytammy & blossomz !!!

You all are truly the sweetest, most thoughtful people

And HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to TWOKATS!!!!

Happy belated anniversary Maria and TwoKats!

I hope you both had magical special days with your loves.

I wish you the best as well. I know that cleaning up issues like that are not pleasant. I had to deal with an alcohol problem. It was hard to face it, but I am so glad I did. The short term pain is always worth the long term blessings. I would be in a terrible place had I not done that. When something has control over your life you pay a much greater price than when you face the problem and deal with it. It will be over and in your rear view mirror before you know it. I bet your WDW trips will be even more enjoyable and fulfilling when it is. I hope that I did not stick my nose in where I should not have. I just wanted to encourage you.

I'll have six years sober in October! That is if I don't stop at Trout Pass Pool Bar this trip!

God bless you.

greg

You didn't stick your nose in at all! I really appreciate the encouragement, and congratulations to you with everything that you have overcome! Alcoholism runs rampant in my family, so I definitely can sympathize with your struggles. Keep up the good work!

And if I can keep myself out of Kohls with all the coupons they keep trying to lure me back with, I guarantee you can stay away from Trout Pass.

 

[jimmytammy]

Thanks JT. I was really scared to do this job, but I'm finding my footing. The hardest part so far is being away from everyone and feeling like I'm missing something

We'll knock this debt out soon enough. I'm still so grateful for you pointing us in the right direction I don't think I told you, but we already knocked out our first 2 snowballs, and on June 1st we will get rid of another. That leaves my 3 largest, but with doing this job it will get rid of one in 5 months, and the second largest by next Feb/March!

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That is so awesome! I shared this with my DW and DD. So many times, when we try to help others, it backfires and we catch the brunt of it. So I am glad to know this time, it is working out. I cant help myself. He teaches us to be of help to others, and I cant help myself from doing so where I know I am being called. He drew us together, I know that. All I did was share what worked for me, and you are doing the work. Doesnt it feel good to know you are getting a hold on this?

 

[jimmytammy]

I wish you the best as well. I know that cleaning up issues like that are not pleasant. I had to deal with an alcohol problem. It was hard to face it, but I am so glad I did. The short term pain is always worth the long term blessings. I would be in a terrible place had I not done that. When something has control over your life you pay a much greater price than when you face the problem and deal with it. It will be over and in your rear view mirror before you know it. I bet your WDW trips will be even more enjoyable and fulfilling when it is. I hope that I did not stick my nose in where I should not have. I just wanted to encourage you.

I'll have six years sober in October! That is if I don't stop at Trout Pass Pool Bar this trip!

God bless you.

greg

Greg
Another awesome accomplishment! Way to go!

 

[jimmytammy]

I just wanted to take a moment to thank all those who have served and those who are serving our nation now and their families. And for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, we are indebted to you forever, we cannot re-pay you. We can only say thank you from the deepest parts of our souls.
Happy Memorial Day!

 

[Granny]

It always seems strange to say "Happy" with the words "Memorial Day". But as is the case at funerals, we are celebrating the life of those who gave their lives to allow us to enjoy the wonderful lives that we have.

So...Happy Memorial Day to all. A good day for an extra hug for our loved ones as well.

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[KAT4DISNEY]

I know what you mean Granny but will also say Happy Memorial Day!

"Heroes are ordinary people with hearts of steel. Their courage, determination, and will power make them rise as sentinels of peace and liberty. On this Memorial Day, salute those brave-hearts who lay down their life defending the nation--Unkown"