“Going to Disney again, why”?

How many times have I heard “Going to Disney again, why”? It never ceases to amaze me the people who do not understand the love of Disney. If you have to ask, then you just would not understand. I thought about it last night and I remember so vividly that Mickey Mouse was a huge part of my childhood. I remember watching “The Wonderful World of Disney” how Tinkerbell would open the credits. I loved seeing that! I remember watching “The Mickey Mouse Clubhouse”, granted I don’t remember specifics – but I do remember watching. I remember being little and having such a hard time spelling the word house. Guess how I remembered? You got it M-I-c-k-e-y M-o-u-s-e!! I would sit in class during my spelling test and when she would call out “house” I would sing the song in my head and replace the m with an h!! There you have it – not only was Mickey Mouse entertaining, but educational!

There is nothing like the Disney Magic that encircles us as we begin planning a trip. The anticipation of knowing what we are doing and where we will have reservations for is so exciting. Justin and Meaghan have their favorites and I always make sure to include them with some of the planning. I have a favorite quote from a fellow Disney fanatic that I feel embellishes the way that Kevin and I feel about Disney.

"I get to leave this world of contractors and clients and deadlines and problems and schedules behind at the gate, and step into a world where time stands still, and my spirit can soar and fly free. Where my imagination can be awakened and filled with ideas and possibilities that will feed it for long after we return home". CHICO on Disney World

M-I-C see you real soon K-E-Y why because we love you M-O-U-S-E

Who's the leader of the club
That's made for you and me
M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E
Hey! there, Hi! there, Ho! there
You're as welcome as can be
M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E

Mickey Mouse! Mickey Mouse!
Forever let us hold our banner
High! High! High! High!

Come along and sing a song
And join the jamboree!
M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E

Going to Disney World!!!

Cartoon Countdown Clock Generator

Ready for Spring...

Enjoying this wonderful weather! Kevin got the 68 Camaro out and took her for a drive! Loved hearing that engine roar! Hope everyone enjoys their day!

Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup - YUMMO

INGREDIENTS

1 bag (32oz) frozen southern-style diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
1/2 cup frozen chopped onion from 12oz bag), thawed
1 medium stalk celery, diced (1/2 cup)
1 carton (32oz) chicken broth
1 cup water
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 bag (8oz) shredded American Cheddar cheese (2 cups)
1/4 cup real bacon pieces (from 2.8oz package)
4 medium green onions, sliced(1/4 cup)

DIRECTIONS

1) In 3 or 4 quart slow cooker, mix potatoes, onion, celery, broth and water.

2) Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.

3) In small bowl, mix flour into milk; stir into potato mixture.

Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 20 to 30 minutes or until mixture thickens. Stir in cheese until melted. Garnish individual servings with bacon and green onions. Sprinkle with pepper if desired.

Instead of using purchased bacon pieces, cook 2 strips of bacon until crisp, then drain and crumble. Southern-style hash brown potatoes are diced instead of shredded. These work best in this recipe.

Some of my favorites!

Two of my favorite site!

Couponing to Disney offers several ways to save money. Not just for Disney trips, but for other things too. 5 Dinners is a great way to add receipes to our lives, since Justin says that we eat the "same old stuff" all the time! LOL

www.couponingtodisney.com

5dinners1hour.blogspot.com

Justin

Tomorrow is Justin's 19th birthday! Seems like just yesterday he was running around the house yelling for toctick milk and tatadacks (chocolate milk and cracker jacks). My sweet little baby is no longer a baby! Justin was such a good kid. He never gave us any problems during his early teenage years and continues to use good common sense. He has brought such joy to our lives and I am very proud to be his Mother. Learning valuable life lessons will keep a level head on his shoulders and has taught him the true value of family. Happy birthday Justin, Mom loves you!!

Ready to blog...

Since so many things have changed in the past few years, I thought I would try to start posting again. Beginning with some updated photos sounded like a good start. I have not decided yet the way I want this blog to go. We'll see...

WDW 2010

Realization...

Since my internal clock is set to get up at 5AM, I have been up and busy all morning. As I sat in a quiet house this morning I allowed myself to reflect on the past year. So many things have changed for us, some I have come to realize have been eye-opening. I never imagined that our lives would come down the path that was chosen for us, nor did I imagine that so many things and people would change. Not only was moving an intricate part of our life change, but also the people that cross our path. I must say there are those that I thought would be a life long friend and those that I thought were part of a growing friendship that would also be life long; I now feel it was a mirage of a friendship. Friendship is not based on a lifestyle, money or homes - it is based on love. The ones that I thought would stand beside me forever, are not. It has taken me a long time to get over this. The shock at times was overwhelming, but with the help of my Savior I am overcoming all of my negative feelings. I am now thankful for what we have been through, I am thankful for our family and for the many blessing that the Lord continues to bestow upon us. I am thankful for the realization of my true friends and for the love that I have in my heart for the ones that I thought were my friends. May God be with us all during the upcoming holidays. I wish each and everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Be thankful, be loving, be kind, laugh and live everyday to the fullest!

One more...

Justin - Good Hope Baseball

Here is a copy of the proof of Justin's baseball pictures. This is all I have right now, we order this week. I just had to share!!!!