The Excitement is building.....

This year we're planning a family vacation to Disney World - I know shocker! What can I say, I have good travel agents! :)

We had been planning to go to another destination, but when that fell through, Marc and I decided that if Disney offered their free dining package again, we were going to jump on it. Well-they did and we are!

I'm so excited to go, but it seems like no matter how fast time goes, it’s still so far away! So to pacify my Disney needs I thought I'd post some pictures from trips past.

Fireworks - Never seen any better than those at WDW!

(Jan 2010)

Entering Adventureland....I can't wait!

(Jan 2010)
My sisters
(Jan 2010)
Eating the Kitchen Sink....Yummy!
(Jan 2010)
Our chef in Japan!
(Jan 2010)

"Hey girl, whats you're sign?"

(Jan 2010)

Candies from around the world - Mexico

(Jan 2010)

Getting ready for a fun day!

(Jan 2010)

Hollywood Studios at night

Eating at Ohanas (which means family)

(Dec 2009)

MAAAAA

(Dec 2009)

I love you Pooh!

(Dec 2009)

Morocco - EPCOT

(Dec 2009)

Christmas Party

(Dec 2009)

Enjoying herself at the Hoop Dee Doo Review

(Dec 2009)

Waiting to go!

(Dec 2009)

A Fairy Tale Dinner - Grand Floridian

(Dec 2009)

The whole family - Hoop Dee Doo Review

(Sept 2008)

Hanging with Mickey's pals!

(Sept 2008)

Look - I think I see Pooh in there!

(Sept 2008)

Look at my glow! Was that from the heat or something else????
(Sept 2008)

Beverly - YUCK!

(Sept 2008)

Getting ready to try some cokes from around the world...Is that Beverly? FOOLS!

(Sept 2008)

Resting a bit!

(Sept 2008)

Happy Anniversary!

(Sept 2008)

Magic Kingdom

(Sept 2008)

(No honeymoon pictures on this computer--sorry folks!)

This trip is going to be extra exciting for us for a couple of reasons. First, we’re taking Marc’s parents with us. I’m looking forward to seeing their reaction to the happiest place on earth. Plus, it’ll be extra fun for Maddie to have her Grandma and Grandpa Roberts with her!

We’re also looking forward to the dining plan. Typically we have gotten the basic dining plan. This plan includes a counter service (an entree, side, drink and dessert - fast food style), a table service (a dinner, drink, and dessert - sit down restaurant), and a snack (anything for $3.50 or under - or marked snack).

This year Marc and I opted to do the deluxe dining plan. This is a little more expensive, so we haven't done it yet. But the good part of the deluxe is the ability to try some restaurants that we couldn't on the basic plan. For instance, with any of the dining plans, if there is a fancier restaurant you want to try it might take two table service credits. Well with the deluxe plan we get three table services a day and two snacks. Plus, it comes with the refillable mugs that you can fill up with something to drink at any resort! So several days, we're eating an early lunch, then we'll be eating dinner at a nicer restaurant. I'm so excited. Here is our itinerary with a link to the menu:

Day 1
Cinderella's Royal Table -breakfast
http://allears.net/menu/menu_crb.htm

Yachtsman Steakhouse - 7:05 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_ys.htm

Day 2
Le Cellier -12:00 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_lcl.htm

Brown Derby - 5:10 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_bd.htm

Day 3
Tusker House- 12:10 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_tus.htm

Jiko - 6:40 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_jiko.htm

Day 4
Teppan Edo - 12:00 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_teppan.htm


Flying Fish - 6:35 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_ff.htm

Day 5
Crystal Palace - 9:05 a.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_cpb.htm

Liberty Tree Tavern -12:35 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/men_lttl.htm

California Grill - 7:35 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_cg.htm

Day 6
Princess Storybook Dining (Norway) - 9:30 a.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_psb.htm

Narcoosee's -7:05 p.m.
http://allears.net/menu/menu_nar.htm


I know people are probably thinking "Why do they keep spending the money to go to Disney World?!" Well there are a couple of reasons....

First, its really not that expensive if you plan it right.

Second, its nice to fly somewhere and not have to worry about driving to and from place to place, parking or directions. Its nice not to have to worry about food. Its all on your magical room key.

Third, there is so much for EVERYONE! There is truly something for everyone at Disney.

And finally, I've learned so much about life in the past 6 months. Loosing someone really puts things in perspective. Marc and I have decided to live life to its fullest. We aren't promised tomorrow. Life is so short, so its best to make the most of it while you have it.

I hope you enjoyed my Disney flashback! I can't wait to have the pictures from our next trip!

More to come...