Originally Posted By wahooskipper Hello Disney friends, I just wanted to let those who care know that I'm alive and well and closing in on the halfway point of my month in Italy. All is well (though Internet access is not quite like the States) and I have seen many references to Topolino (Mickey Mouse) and friends. The Italians have quite an affinity for the mouse...and for Walt. When I mention to folks that I worked for WDW they get very excited and want to know all about it. I'm missing the family...and my friends on LP...and I look forward to coming back on a more regular basis. Ciao...for now.
Originally Posted By Kar2oonMan Hey, Wahoo! We've missed you! Looking forward to hearing all about your Italy adventure.
Originally Posted By Labuda Ah-ha! I thought you had seemed a bit more scarce of late - now I know why! Glad you're doing well, getting to talk about Mickey & Uncle Walt lots, and here's hoipng the rest of your time passes quickly so you can get back home to your family!
Originally Posted By tiggerdis_ I wondered when we were going to hear from you.. Glad you're enjoying your time.
Originally Posted By smedley Good to hear you're enjoying it, the rest of the time will pass before you know it
Originally Posted By chickendumpling I was *just* wondering about how you've been and it was great to see this thread today. I hope you are enjoying yourself and soaking in the life. Sounds like you've been a bit popular with the Topolino fans. Can't wait to hear all about everything! (I *always* love a good trip report. lol) Take care now and we hope to hear again from you soon.
Originally Posted By bloona Great to hear from you, hope you enjoy the rest of your stay there, look forward to hearing more.
Originally Posted By LacyBelle Thanks for checking in, wahoo. Did you manage to arrange for the fam to visit you at some point? I know you were talking about it when you made the decision to go. Soak it all it. It's a great experience!
Originally Posted By vbdad55 wahoo, glad to hear from you.....I hope you are enjoying local cuisine -- start scouting some local restaurants to see if they want to replace Le Originale Alfredo....LOL !
Originally Posted By disney pete after all your apprehension sounds like your enjoying it there wahoo it will be good to here all about it when you get home and get time to write all about it have fun with the rest of your time in italy.
Originally Posted By wahooskipper Thanks for the thoughts everyone. I just got back from lunch which, thankfully, was only 3 courses instead of the requisite 5 or so. And, I've had more wine (white, red sparkling, desert) in two weeks than I've had in my entire life. A few days ago I had an interesting conversation with a man who got one of the first licensing deals with Disney...and I mean Walt himself...to sell merchandise with the characters on it. He was quite a guy. We are seeing parts of northern Italy that no American tourists ever see. I spoke to a mayor of a small town in the moutains and asked her how many toursits from America she had met. She told me that besides a few businessmen who visited the steel factory there.....none! So, while we won't see Rome we are seeing some unbeliveable things. We did get to spend a day in Vencie which was spectacular. I miss the family and the States...but this really has been something (and I have two weeks to go)!
Originally Posted By LuLu Happy halfway point! I'm really glad that you took this opportunity and are enjoying it!! You'll be back before you know it. (and missing Italy, no doubt!)
Originally Posted By MissCandice I can't wait for you to get back and to hear of all your adventures. And also, you got every single one of us here at LP souveniers, right? Great!
Originally Posted By Mary Poppins It's nice to hear from a friend who's far away. Bonjourno wahooskipper. You're on the trip of a lifetime and I'm so glad you took time from your busy schedule to visit with us here. I remember Italy with fondness. Are you going to the isle of Capri? I never made it there, but I really recommend Sorrento; it's so beautiful. I hope you are having an adventurous time!
