View Full Version : Something new for my little family...
Beccaberry
04-10-2011, 03:48 AM
As many of you may know (because you've watched it happen), apparently my children have gone ahead and grown up without my express permission. Christmas, while still a very special time for us, has taken on a very different perspective. So this year as we were discussing "Christmas Lists" Baleigh said, "We have everything, mom, why don't we just take a trip?" Of course, I tried to play it cool. "That's interesting. If we did that, where do you think you'd like to go?" My beautiful 19 year old son and 13 year old daughter immediately and in unison shouted, "LET'S GO TO DISNEY WORLD!!!!"
And i thought...why not?
And so, we are :D :D :D
A REAL DISNEY CHRISTMAS.
I'm a little overwhelmed :)
Tinkfan
04-10-2011, 04:05 AM
:wave:It's good to see you back and yes they do grow up! Fantastic news, where will you stay?
Beccaberry
04-10-2011, 04:11 AM
Thanks, Tinkfan :hug2:
It's been agreed that we will stay at the resort "that started it all." The first on-site resort we ever stayed in, All Star Sports.
You have the coolest kids. :hug2:
lisaw
04-10-2011, 08:11 AM
That is just fantastic!
Christmas at Disney is such a fun experience! It's great that your children are into it. :yes:
Here's a great idea from the past. It's a little trickier now, but still fun.
Set a dollar limit (say $5 per) and visit each country in the world showcase. Purchase something within those limits and fill their stockings. It's a GREAT way to enjoy Christmas morning, especially if you have them guess which country each little giftie came from.
We are going to be doing it again this year. :D (You do know we're going to Disney for Christmas too, yes)? :lol:
foreverducky
04-10-2011, 09:46 AM
What a fantastic plan! :yes:
uscwest
04-10-2011, 12:34 PM
Sounds fantastic Becca. Wish we could get our family together like that.
Watchinherskip
04-10-2011, 02:10 PM
How cool is that? :yes:
Way to go, Christmas at Disney has to be one of the greatest things..I think I love the vintage style decorations along the streets of Disney Studios. Love the light show and the "snow" . It is really festive outside of Mama Melroses. Always Christmasy there.
Great that your kids want to go at their age.
My DD wanted to celebrate her 21st birthday at WDW so we are going this Jan. Woo hoo.
Beccaberry
04-10-2011, 04:01 PM
Set a dollar limit (say $5 per) and visit each country in the world showcase. Purchase something within those limits and fill their stockings. It's a GREAT way to enjoy Christmas morning, especially if you have them guess which country each little giftie came from.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this idea!! Thank you!!
We are going to be doing it again this year. :D (You do know we're going to Disney for Christmas too, yes)? :lol:
No I did NOT!!! :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: VERY COOL!!!
Beccaberry
04-10-2011, 04:02 PM
You have the coolest kids. :hug2:
I tend to think so, too. I am very blessed :)
Beccaberry
04-10-2011, 04:04 PM
How cool is that? :yes:
Way to go, Christmas at Disney has to be one of the greatest things..I think I love the vintage style decorations along the streets of Disney Studios. Love the light show and the "snow" . It is really festive outside of Mama Melroses. Always Christmasy there.
Great that your kids want to go at their age.
My DD wanted to celebrate her 21st birthday at WDW so we are going this Jan. Woo hoo.
That is so awesome :)
I hadn't thought about Mama Melroses being so festive...wonder if I can book an ADR there....maybe for Christmas Eve?
Shellyamc
04-10-2011, 04:15 PM
..and your kids want to take a trip with YOU to DISNEY!! I don't think there has ever been a greater Christmas gift than that. At the age where kids want to be with their friends to have them choose some special family time is pretty special. I hope our family grows up to be like yours :yes:
You don't have much time...GET PLANNING!!!
such a bittersweet moment...
I am sure you will have a WONDERFUL time :)
Watchinherskip
04-10-2011, 04:28 PM
That is so awesome :)
I hadn't thought about Mama Melroses being so festive...wonder if I can book an ADR there....maybe for Christmas Eve?
Yeah, that is a great idea...and then head over to the Osborne Family lights...how cool would that be?:yes:
uscwest
04-10-2011, 05:14 PM
Now, if you could just get THEM to pay for it. :tongue:
arkvilla
04-10-2011, 05:18 PM
How exciting for you all. You'll have such a fantastic time :wiggle:
Sandra
Watchinherskip
04-10-2011, 05:26 PM
Now, if you could just get THEM to pay for it. :tongue:
The Osbornes? He he:tongue:
Beccaberry
04-10-2011, 05:53 PM
The Osbornes? He he:tongue:
HAHA! Yes!
John, funny you should say that. Andrew (who is now working as a server at Outback Steakhouse, and quite proud of the "bank" he is making) offered to toss his paycheck into the Disney fund until December, and just operate on tips he makes. :eek::eek:
Hey, it's a step in the right direction!!!
Beccaberry
05-10-2011, 01:06 AM
Yeah, that is a great idea...and then head over to the Osborne Family lights...how cool would that be?:yes:
Just booked Mama Melrose's for Christmas Eve :D :D :D
Beccaberry
05-10-2011, 03:18 AM
So as I was chatting with Baleigh this evening while we made dinner and I mentioned the Mama Melrose's ADR for Christmas Eve. She stopped midair through sorting the flatware and said, "Christmas Eve?" I continued without really thinking, "Oh yeah, I forgot to to tell you...we finally settled on dates!" (Originally we were only planning on being there Dec 15-20) She said, "Ok....what dates?" "The 15th - 26th." "Wait. Does that mean we'll be there ON Christmas?? For Christmas? Like, we'll wake up on Christmas Day and be IN Disney World?" "Um, yes. Generally speaking that is *exactly* what that means." I said.
I turned away from the stove just in time to see my typically-unmoved-by-anything-teenage daughter crying into the silverware drawer. She then hurled herself at me in a hug so sincere it took my breath away.
"I can't wait. This is totally awesome."
PPPPHHHHHHT. And I had doubts that this wouldn't be a good idea. Silly me.
Johnie
05-10-2011, 03:36 AM
:hug2:
Now you need to get a little tree for the room :yes:
Beccaberry
05-10-2011, 03:43 AM
:hug2:
Now you need to get a little tree for the room :yes:
OMG. YES.
Johnie
05-10-2011, 03:49 AM
Disney Florist has a tree. No price listed so I imagine its expensive. http://www.disneyflorist.com/product/disneyfloralandgifts-waltdisneyworldflorist-Tree-Christmas-Wish-Disney/display
You could always get a little one shipped to you. Or you could have an awesome person drive you over to Target and get a little one :yes:
Shellyamc
05-10-2011, 01:50 PM
Awwww..I am all teary..:hug2: This is going to be such an awesome time for you guys!!!
Don't forget the window clings!! I got Halloween Pooh and Princess ones for our room :D
You will need Christmas music and cookies (can you get them delivered?)! I am so excited about this!! :mental:
Wendy
05-10-2011, 07:30 PM
:happydance: :happydance: Becca you two really are the best :hug2: When did they grow up and become so sensible :)
This is going to be one of those Christmas' that will be talked about for years to come and never forgotten :hug2: I am so happy for you :D
Now there's just one thing left :wink: I still have the text message :D
Beccaberry
05-10-2011, 08:42 PM
Well, um, errrr, you see, we um.....
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HEHEHE!! Just had my time off approved :D :D One step closer!!! (bonus...for only FOUR days vacation, I'll get ELEVEN days in WDW!! Now THAT is a bargain!)
Beccaberry
05-10-2011, 08:43 PM
Awwww..I am all teary..:hug2: This is going to be such an awesome time for you guys!!!
Don't forget the window clings!! I got Halloween Pooh and Princess ones for our room :D
You will need Christmas music and cookies (can you get them delivered?)! I am so excited about this!! :mental:
LOVE LOVE LOVE the music and cookies idea!! *sigh*
Will have to hit up the Dollar Store early for clingy thingy's :D
OMG. I'm so excited!!
Bradley Thomas
06-10-2011, 02:00 PM
That’s great news to hear and I and my friends are flying to Singapore this Christmas.
Watchinherskip
13-10-2011, 07:45 PM
So as I was chatting with Baleigh this evening while we made dinner and I mentioned the Mama Melrose's ADR for Christmas Eve. She stopped midair through sorting the flatware and said, "Christmas Eve?" I continued without really thinking, "Oh yeah, I forgot to to tell you...we finally settled on dates!" (Originally we were only planning on being there Dec 15-20) She said, "Ok....what dates?" "The 15th - 26th." "Wait. Does that mean we'll be there ON Christmas?? For Christmas? Like, we'll wake up on Christmas Day and be IN Disney World?" "Um, yes. Generally speaking that is *exactly* what that means." I said.
I turned away from the stove just in time to see my typically-unmoved-by-anything-teenage daughter crying into the silverware drawer. She then hurled herself at me in a hug so sincere it took my breath away.
"I can't wait. This is totally awesome."
PPPPHHHHHHT. And I had doubts that this wouldn't be a good idea. Silly me.
:cry1:I told myself I wouldn't cry!!! That was touching. Great choice by the way MMs will be so Christmassy
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