I love credit cards so much! v2.0 (see first page for add'l details)

[StephPlum]

It's been a rough couple weeks for me. We had a family reunion and my Mom passed away suddenly surrounded by her family. We were sitting around the campfire listening/singing one minute, she started making a coughing sound, I went over to her, watched her take a few breaths, told her I loved her, and that was it. No pulse, eyes were fixed and dilated, and I had to tell everyone she was gone. It wasn't a total shock, my Mom has had over 10 heart attacks and strokes starting at the age of 47. Her last stroke was almost 5 years ago, and it has been a struggle. Deep down I knew the next one was only a matter of time. Although she tried to keep a good attitude she has been praying for God to take her to heaven for a long time. Even though she never officially became a DNR, she said she would never have the strength to go through another stroke. So even though I knew it was best for her it was not easy to look at my step dad and say just let her go.

But I have much to be thankful for. She is now at peace and is reunited with my brother who passed away at 17. I counted up 8 Disney trips we've been able to take with her, including the first one 6 weeks after a ruptured aneurysm, a condition that many don't survive. I'm thankful for this community, it's been nice to read here and take my mind off things. The weird thing is we planned this family reunion so that the next time we got together it wouldn't be for a funeral. We were more thinking of my 95 year old grandma, but God had other plans. Here's one of my favorite pictures. Our first Disney trip after that ruptured aneurysm.

Condolences on your loss.

 

[Alexle2007]

Why were you held up? I keep getting told it's too many new cards, so I'm curious to know if others are getting around this.

I had ID validation. I sent them my license, SS card and phone bill. And when I called in July, they said the phone bill was not an acceptable utility bill so I had to send a bank statement. I followed up on that and she approved me instantly. I will say Barclays, AmEx and Citi are much more generous and like my Biz a lot more than Chase.

 

[Lain]

Is there anything frowned upon if I want to downgrade my Brilliant/SPG Lux?
Opened as SPG personal in 7/2016, took upgrade offer to Lux in 3/2019...

Do not close or downgrade an Amex card until at least one year after you accepted the upgrade offer, so in your case after 3/2020. Otherwise, your upgrade bonus will be subject to a clawback.

 

[Lain]

OT but Oga’s Cantina is now taking reservations up to 180 days out. Got some for my wedding trip.

Sweet. I just reserved a nighttime slot next week so we can be sure to catch the fireworks over Batuu!

And thanks for the heads up. My plan was to book day of, and I would’ve been left without a reservation if I didn’t know.

 

[schmass]

How do you prove that your purchase didn't track? Is there a log of your transactions? I am so new to this.

You would go to "Customer Service" and then "Missing Cashback Claims" and then you choose which store based on a list of stores you clicked on. It's pretty easy! And I'm glad I had to look at my account to remember how to do that, because I noticed I have $75 payable!

 

[spacerangerqueen]

My CIP #2 80k points are pending.
I just received the 15k support points on my Plat from DH opening the Hilton Biz (card arrived yesterday)
Trying to navigate my jetBlue biz. Do the transactions always post 2-3 days late? Very annoying. They also don't have me trueblue number listed and say I need to call about it, but I'm afraid to rock the boat.
Also need to cancel my Hilton Biz, just dragging my feet on that one.

 

[Lain]

It's been a rough couple weeks for me. We had a family reunion and my Mom passed away suddenly surrounded by her family. We were sitting around the campfire listening/singing one minute, she started making a coughing sound, I went over to her, watched her take a few breaths, told her I loved her, and that was it. No pulse, eyes were fixed and dilated, and I had to tell everyone she was gone. It wasn't a total shock, my Mom has had over 10 heart attacks and strokes starting at the age of 47. Her last stroke was almost 5 years ago, and it has been a struggle. Deep down I knew the next one was only a matter of time. Although she tried to keep a good attitude she has been praying for God to take her to heaven for a long time. Even though she never officially became a DNR, she said she would never have the strength to go through another stroke. So even though I knew it was best for her it was not easy to look at my step dad and say just let her go.

But I have much to be thankful for. She is now at peace and is reunited with my brother who passed away at 17. I counted up 8 Disney trips we've been able to take with her, including the first one 6 weeks after a ruptured aneurysm, a condition that many don't survive. I'm thankful for this community, it's been nice to read here and take my mind off things. The weird thing is we planned this family reunion so that the next time we got together it wouldn't be for a funeral. We were more thinking of my 95 year old grandma, but God had other plans. Here's one of my favorite pictures. Our first Disney trip after that ruptured aneurysm.

I’m so truly and deeply sorry for your loss. It’s some small comfort that she was singing and surrounded by family just before she passed. If I had to pick a way to go, I think I’d choose that. Once again, my sincerest condolences.

 

[RoyalJay]

Does anyone have any experience with the status changing from 2 weeks to 30 days on a personal app (United Club). I know 30 days usually means approval but the change has me wondering.

 

[Judique]

Oh! I can help with this.

So you have the original Nintendo Switch. The box is white with red on the sides, as I recall.

The Switch Lite (total missed opportunity not calling this the Light-Switch, tbh) is up for preorder now. It comes in 3 or 4 different colors. It's cheaper - $199.99 - and the biggest difference is it is smaller, the controllers on the side do not come off (so it literally does not do the thing its namesake says), and there is no dock so you cannot play on the TV.

There is a new model of the original Switch coming as well. This box is all red and looks noticeably different than the original Switch. This version has a better battery life. I don't know exactly when these will hit shelves, but it will be soon and if you're buying one, this is the one to get. It should be the same $299.99 price as the original console.

The rest of the bundles as far as I know are made by stores. There was I think briefly a bundle with Super Smash Bros but it was more expensive.

Personal opinion - the Switch is pretty rad.

Here is what she has. I looked for a box but didn't see one in the ...clutter. The right piece is red not orange as my cell phone camera is saying. It sits in front of a 55 inch tv. She has her own little virtual empire up there. Oh and they play that Smash Bros Mario game.

 

[vanjust14]

It's been a rough couple weeks for me. We had a family reunion and my Mom passed away suddenly surrounded by her family. We were sitting around the campfire listening/singing one minute, she started making a coughing sound, I went over to her, watched her take a few breaths, told her I loved her, and that was it. No pulse, eyes were fixed and dilated, and I had to tell everyone she was gone. It wasn't a total shock, my Mom has had over 10 heart attacks and strokes starting at the age of 47. Her last stroke was almost 5 years ago, and it has been a struggle. Deep down I knew the next one was only a matter of time. Although she tried to keep a good attitude she has been praying for God to take her to heaven for a long time. Even though she never officially became a DNR, she said she would never have the strength to go through another stroke. So even though I knew it was best for her it was not easy to look at my step dad and say just let her go.

But I have much to be thankful for. She is now at peace and is reunited with my brother who passed away at 17. I counted up 8 Disney trips we've been able to take with her, including the first one 6 weeks after a ruptured aneurysm, a condition that many don't survive. I'm thankful for this community, it's been nice to read here and take my mind off things. The weird thing is we planned this family reunion so that the next time we got together it wouldn't be for a funeral. We were more thinking of my 95 year old grandma, but God had other plans. Here's one of my favorite pictures. Our first Disney trip after that ruptured aneurysm.

I'm so sorry, I hope those wonderful memories can comfort you. I love that picture, and I'm glad you got a chance to tell her you loved her. Hugs

 

[Judique]

Enjoyed meeting @wendow and her family. They are all as lovely as she makes them seem @Judique we did match with both having pink on too .
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All these gorgeous ladies on the Dis - you are going to drive @Andysol wild!

 

[wendow]

Enjoyed meeting @wendow and her family. They are all as lovely as she makes them seem @Judique we did match with both having pink on too .
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Thank you for the nice compliments on my fam. They were on their best behavior for you lol. Threatened them with no Mickey bars later

Loved meeting you too!

 

[wendow]

It's been a rough couple weeks for me. We had a family reunion and my Mom passed away suddenly surrounded by her family. We were sitting around the campfire listening/singing one minute, she started making a coughing sound, I went over to her, watched her take a few breaths, told her I loved her, and that was it. No pulse, eyes were fixed and dilated, and I had to tell everyone she was gone. It wasn't a total shock, my Mom has had over 10 heart attacks and strokes starting at the age of 47. Her last stroke was almost 5 years ago, and it has been a struggle. Deep down I knew the next one was only a matter of time. Although she tried to keep a good attitude she has been praying for God to take her to heaven for a long time. Even though she never officially became a DNR, she said she would never have the strength to go through another stroke. So even though I knew it was best for her it was not easy to look at my step dad and say just let her go.

But I have much to be thankful for. She is now at peace and is reunited with my brother who passed away at 17. I counted up 8 Disney trips we've been able to take with her, including the first one 6 weeks after a ruptured aneurysm, a condition that many don't survive. I'm thankful for this community, it's been nice to read here and take my mind off things. The weird thing is we planned this family reunion so that the next time we got together it wouldn't be for a funeral. We were more thinking of my 95 year old grandma, but God had other plans. Here's one of my favorite pictures. Our first Disney trip after that ruptured aneurysm.

I’m so sorry for your loss

 

[1st*toright]

It's been a rough couple weeks for me. We had a family reunion and my Mom passed away suddenly surrounded by her family. We were sitting around the campfire listening/singing one minute, she started making a coughing sound, I went over to her, watched her take a few breaths, told her I loved her, and that was it. No pulse, eyes were fixed and dilated, and I had to tell everyone she was gone. It wasn't a total shock, my Mom has had over 10 heart attacks and strokes starting at the age of 47. Her last stroke was almost 5 years ago, and it has been a struggle. Deep down I knew the next one was only a matter of time. Although she tried to keep a good attitude she has been praying for God to take her to heaven for a long time. Even though she never officially became a DNR, she said she would never have the strength to go through another stroke. So even though I knew it was best for her it was not easy to look at my step dad and say just let her go.

But I have much to be thankful for. She is now at peace and is reunited with my brother who passed away at 17. I counted up 8 Disney trips we've been able to take with her, including the first one 6 weeks after a ruptured aneurysm, a condition that many don't survive. I'm thankful for this community, it's been nice to read here and take my mind off things. The weird thing is we planned this family reunion so that the next time we got together it wouldn't be for a funeral. We were more thinking of my 95 year old grandma, but God had other plans. Here's one of my favorite pictures. Our first Disney trip after that ruptured aneurysm.

Wishing you and your family all the best. It is never easy to say goodbye, but what a blessing that you have all those lovely memories of time with her.

 

[DisneyMandC]

Picked up another VGC at Staples just now. I was going to try for more than one but they had the one per customer sign up this time. I’m glad I didn’t grab more than one because the cashier wanted to see my card and ID. I was using DH’s CIP and told him it was my husband’s card. He said he could see that the last name’s matched so it was ok. Yay for the patriarchy...?

 

[1st*toright]

Oh! I can help with this.

So you have the original Nintendo Switch. The box is white with red on the sides, as I recall.

The Switch Lite (total missed opportunity not calling this the Light-Switch, tbh) is up for preorder now. It comes in 3 or 4 different colors. It's cheaper - $199.99 - and the biggest difference is it is smaller, the controllers on the side do not come off (so it literally does not do the thing its namesake says), and there is no dock so you cannot play on the TV.

There is a new model of the original Switch coming as well. This box is all red and looks noticeably different than the original Switch. This version has a better battery life. I don't know exactly when these will hit shelves, but it will be soon and if you're buying one, this is the one to get. It should be the same $299.99 price as the original console.

The rest of the bundles as far as I know are made by stores. There was I think briefly a bundle with Super Smash Bros but it was more expensive.

Personal opinion - the Switch is pretty rad.

I've been eyeing this too - I have 3 plat dell credits to use (and am planning to downgrade one of them when the AF hits next month) so I'm in the market for something from Dell. We haven't had any games at our house in years - older kid isn't interested, DH and I have no time, but DH was mentioning that at the afterschool program our little one goes to they occasionally pull out some kind of Nintendo system on rainy afternoons and our kid is the only one that has no clue how to play. So he thought it might be fun to get one we could play as a family sometimes instead of watching a movie or playing a board game. I'm not convinced that its essential for her to know how to play video games, but I suppose it could be fun.

We also have a 15 year old TV that really needs replacing (it often gets confused by the Roku and does all kinds of weird things) so maybe we will get a TV instead.

 

[magickingdomprincess]

@alryan

So sorry for your loss.

 

[magickingdomprincess]

I called last night and mine (original exp 9/5/19) now shows 8/6/20

That's awesome! Did you just call and request to update it or did you have a points booking you said you wanted to use it for?

 

[PolyRob]

OT but Oga’s Cantina is now taking reservations up to 180 days out. Got some for my wedding trip.

Thank you so much! I booked more ADRs than I would like to admit between Oct and Dec trips. Disney just makes it so hard. I will cancel the extras once I get FP+ solidified.

 

[PolyRob]

Enjoyed meeting @wendow and her family. They are all as lovely as she makes them seem @Judique we did match with both having pink on too .
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This picture made me smile! Hope you both are having a wonderful time on your WDW trips