Hello Ladies! I've been on the fence about joining all of you but I have finally decided (barring any unforeseen catastrophes), I will be there. I'm so excited.
I haven't had a chance to read through every post but I will.....and I'm sure I'll have ton to say.
I did catch your post, tinkermell.....about oliebollin.....holy shmoly!!!!!! I've fried up more oliebollen in the last week than I care to admit. My family is Dutch (my grandfather immigrated to the US in his teens) and it's been a tradition for years and years (even though he's long since left us). It's traditionally a New Year's treat but we've always done it over Christmas as that's when we're together. Oliebollen, Shmolybollen.....as delicious as it is....I'm so ready to not be deep frying.
Enjoy your New Years!
Oh yeah....my name is Marnie. I'm from Utah. I love
Disneyland....more than I probably should. I'm a teacher who loves my job. I don't have to work but I continue to because I adore the kids that touch my life every day. I can't wait to meet you all.
Marnie! Very nice to meet you! So you caught me....LOL! I knew that I had not spelled oliebollin right, but I was too lazy to double check, thinking no one would notice the difference. Ha ha...someone who knows and has had them. Anywhos, that is too cool.
My DH's family is very Dutch. His Dad came over after the war. Practically all of my friends are Dutch too. My last name is Brinkman. I could go on.
You will have a wonderful time on the ladies trip.
In the meantime, I will share some stuff about me. My name is Melody, and at the moment have distinct privilege of being one of the oldest Divas.
This will be my fourth trip with the ladies. We do have a lot of fun, and are so glad to have you join us. My DH Dave and I have been married for 33 years.
We have 4 children ranging from 31 to 17, and 4 grandchildren 6 years to 7 months. My oldest DD Becky is a 3rd grade teacher. I go to her classroom every Thursday to help out. I get to do most of the fun things like art, crafts and cooking. Needless to say, I am very popular with the students.
I also teach preschoolers at our church on Wednesday night, and some Sunday mornings. I watch Luca my 9 month old grandson 2 days a week too. Life is busy, but I am blessed.
Please make your self at home, and chat with us as much as possible. Looking forward to seeing a picture of you, so we can put a face to your name. Welcome again!
Hi Marnie! Welcome aboard. You are in good company with a bunch of women that all love Disney, probably more than we should!
Well, I am a little bummed. I have to fly home on Saturday, so I can't do Fantasmic that night. But I really want to do that show, so am considering doing it on Friday night. My friend who is also coming, also wants to do the desert seating. I do want to do WOC with you gals too! Is it possible to do early Fantasmic and then late WOC??
So that means I really can only sign up for meet and greet, which will be wonderful, I know. Linda, I want to spend some time with you and Brianne for sure. Would Friday Morning for breakfast at Riverbelle Terrace work??
Steph, please sign me up for Carnation Cafe on Saturday morning.
Tracey
Tracey, even though your time will be short, I am so glad that you still can make it. You will have to cram as much as you can with us!
Linda, You have been in my thoughts so much.
Vicki, So glad you are still joining us too. Any friend of Sarah's is sure to be wonderful.
I hope the un-family drama has settled down.
Capri, Hope Ryan gets well soon. He must have a really bad bug! Big hugs to you!
Lisa and all others, Thanks for the encouragement on the tee. I'm going out later this morning for some more info.
farmgirlJen, Hey, it's good to see you. We would love to have you chat with us more often. How was your Christmas?
Steph, I need to figure out my dining schedule. I still have not done the WoC, and not sure how to figure that one in. I'm thinking about seeing it at a late showing. I also need to think seriously about the Fantasmic dessert show. Geesh........... What I need to do is write the whole schedule down from the front page, and get my act together. LOL!!
Later.....