Originally Posted By tiggerdis_ We're taking one of my DS's friends, he's never been to Disneyland. Even though he's 16, and my DS 17, I think I'll try the Tinkerbell treats, except I'll have to think of another character - maybe Sparrow's Treasure instead, that may be slightly more acceptable.
Originally Posted By ncnike7 Alright I'm finally going to ask even if it means admitting how stupid I really am, what are DD's, DS's, and DH's?
Originally Posted By markymouse <We know the exhibit is free, but pass members have priority getting in- so I spent the $50 on a pass. We plan on being there first thing in the morning.> Just got back from our big Disneyland trip. Four days, which, for us, is big. I went with DS(8), SIL and BIL to the Star Wars exhibit on a Friday. It was packed. I read somewhere that the museum is less crowded after 2:00 because all the school groups have left. If you can't do that, then first thing in the morning may be the best thing - that's what we did, and the first hour was crowded but not unbearable. Enjoy your trip, and the Star Wars exhibit.
Originally Posted By SixSparkeys Our "no holding back trip" is almost here. We will be there for 15 days! Due to the travel cost of getting 6 of us there, we don't go often but I like to make the most of it by staying for as long as possible. We are staying off-site but walking distance. Day trips have been booked to Universal, San Diego Zoo, Knotts, and some sort of Hollywood tour. Some dining arrangements have been made at BB, HOB, and Medieval Dining. We may also rent a car for a day and head to a beach or the Queen Mary or something. That will still give us 9 or 10 days in DL/DCA! We will be celebrating a DD birthday while there. I have two surprise events planned that the 'kids' don't know about (can't tell you now in case they read this). This will be a great trip. It will be the last one before some of the kids head off to university. The fun and enjoyment of planning and detailing the trip, as well as the waiting to go .... is getting unbearable.
Originally Posted By MOLLYSMOM tiggerdis...Jack Sparrow can't sneak into a hotel room at night....only Tinkerbell can do that...it's pixie dust and magic, you know. LOL Besides, I think that a 16 year old boy might find Tinkerbell to be one hot chick.......
Originally Posted By plutospal77 We went to DL in Jan, and already planning a trip for next Sept '08, but we're taking my parents and his. We usually go with only mine, but my husbands parents have never been, so it will interesting to see them on the rapids ride in CA. Plus there's 7 of us, that's big for booking a trip to us.
Originally Posted By mickeynewe I've been doing the Tinkerbell thing since my daughter was a baby -- she's 13 now, and yes, Tink still comes. It is awesome. When she was little she would race to bed knowing that Tink would come. It made "bed-time" soooo easy! Now, of course she knows who Tink is but you would never hear her admit it. She still expects some Disney "plushie" each year to sleep with for the trip, which arrives "mysteriously" while we are gone. Then each morning she finds some type of jewelry or pin, etc. She loves it! I don't care how old they get --- they always love the "Tink Fairy". Wouldn't plan a trip without bringing Tink along for the magic! Mollysmom -- I bet you can't wait after all this planning!! Can't believe you are getting this close. Just be sure to stock up on some Airborne and start handing it out before the trip so everyone stays healthy!!
Originally Posted By MOLLYSMOM No kidding, mickeynewe...I recall your nasty bout with the crud before your last trip. Take your own advice...aren't you going again this June??? I can't wait...next friday we can do our double digit dance. DD was practicing her moves last night as a matter of fact. Don't you just love finding Tink treats for your DD? I get such a kick out of my DD flying out of bed in the morning to check out her treat. She knows I'm Tink, of course, but she would NEVER say it out loud. It's one of the things that I really look foreward to. DD saw the little gossamer bags that I bought for her treats, and said..."mom, those are so pretty, don't forget the glitter." We just grinned at each other. Almost makes me cry.
Originally Posted By Autopia Deb For the teen age boys maybe Peter Pan or the Lost Boys can deliver the goods, or possibly Wendy.
Originally Posted By mickeynewe Ugh -- don't mention the crud. That was horrible! And, I've got it again! I had it a few weeks back too. I'm getting really tired of this. Actually went to the docs today who confirmed its going around--- so beware! The symptoms are the same as our last trip. Vicious headaches, nausea, and uncontrollable thirst. I will SCREAM if I get sick before our trip again this June. Yes, I do love shopping for Tink presents. Although, I do it differently now that she is older. I buy a plushie for the first night, which I hide and another little treat. By the time we get back from the park that night her "plushie" has arrived just in time for her to sleep with it that night. The first little trinket will be there the next morning. Now for the remainder of the nights --- I just wait to see what catches her eye in the parks. A pair of earrings here, maybe a pin there --- anything she fancies --- and magically Tink brings it by the next morning. It makes the park so much more fun watching for little goodies to surprise her with! As if it wasn't already fun enough! Aw, I wanna see the dance! *pouts* I'll do my own version for you here at home -- warning, it may not be pretty -- I DO have two left feet!
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains My teenage boys think Tink is hot...They have even told their sister (only girl and the youngest DD8) that she can no longer wear the tink costume as it is too revealing LOL I guess I won't have much to worry about when she is ready to start dating...
Originally Posted By MOLLYSMOM mickeynewe...headache and uncontrollable thirst....sounds like rabies to me...have you had your shots!!!?!?!?!???!??? Being the neurotic planner that I am, I've already purchased DD's Tink treats. She is the Tinkerbell freak of the world, so all her gifts are Tink related...pretty easy for me, actually. At 12, I hope she doesn't outgrow it any time soon...her whole room is "Tinked" out, and all her christmas and birthday gifts are Tink related. It sounds like your daughter is a bit different than mine...if DD sees something at the park that she lusts for, there is no way I could snag it and surprise her with it later. She becomes an instant leech on me, and will hound me until I give in, even resorting to giving me that "little precious angel" eye-batting bit. You know the look...pouting lower lip and all. She can always make me laugh when she does that, and she knows that if she makes me laugh, she'll get whatever it is she wants so badly. Thankfully, her tastes are quite simple, and I can get off pretty cheaply. As long as I'm easy, and she is cheap, we'll be fine this trip! I would love for you to join us in our dance next friday! DD and I were perfecting our moves last night for DH...he suggested a bit more "hip action" (no more "Dancing With The Stars" for him), but thought we were pretty entertaining. Our only issue at this time, is deciding which background music to use. I tend to lean more towards the Disney Classic tunes, but DD likes her beat more modern...like "High School Musical" stuff. Perhaps we'll need to do a montage of all different styles of Disney tunes. gottaluvdavillains...my DH agrees with your boys...he says that Tink IS hot. He had a little bit TOO much fun helping me decorate DD's room with Tink...I was starting to worry about him. I reminded him that Tink is a bit of a spoiled brat, but he said that he could live with that. 48 years old...the man needs some serious help.
Originally Posted By mickeynewe Mollysmom, I'll let you know if I start foaming at the mouth! *laughing* Thanks, I needed a good laugh today -- its been the total pits! Puppy dog eyes don't work on me, as I taught it to her, but they always work on Daddy! LOL She's pretty good about the "treats". She is a smart shopper -- she goes the whole trip and through all the stores, and does her shopping on the last day. Since she's older, its easy for mom to slip off for a few minutes, etc. to pick up those "treats" here and there that I see her take note of! Now, realize that "last day" shopping could be a scam too knowing that if enough interest in an item is shown Tink will bring it --- naw, she wouldn't be that sneaky --- would she? hehehe
Originally Posted By MOLLYSMOM Sorry about your pitty day. A few more weeks and you can forget about all that, and frolic with the Mouse. My DD's puppy dog look works every time...I know she's playing me, and she knows she's playing me, but she does it every time and it always cracks me up. I never taught her that look, so I don't know where she got it from. When I was a kid, all you had to do was go up to my dad and say, "daddy", and he'd pull out his wallet and ask if you wanted cash or Visa. He had three daughters that he was (and still is) a real push over for. Made my mom sooooo mad when we did that. I really bugged my brother because he couldn't do that with dad. Now dad has 8 granddaughters to go along with the three daughters, so he's really trapped!
Originally Posted By mickeynewe ROTFL-- oh my, poor dad! He hasn't a chance has he? Does he REALIZE what he is getting himself into on this next trip? Poor, poor dad --- did I emphasize POOR enough --- I truly feel for him. *wink*
Originally Posted By MOLLYSMOM He knows...he has already pointed out to the three of us, that he has no intention of being the "Bank of Dad" for us, or all the granddaughters on this vacation. While we all know that, and never expected him to fork over the plastic, we also know that all it would take is any of us calling him "daddy" to get the wallet out of the pocket. Mom has said that no matter how old we get, our dad will always be a sucker for his girls.
Originally Posted By tiggerdis_ mickeynewe, you're right about tink being hot. I'll see what I can find today while I'm out shopping. There's not as much stuff here in Canada as you have in the States. I find as soon as it has the Disney name, it costs twice as much. We will be spending 4 days in Vegas before we drive to DL, so I'll hit the outlet mall there before we go. (thanks to another tip!)
