October Birthdays

Friday, October 5, 2007
October Birthdays
Probably sneak Rutager (for those whom actually read this--the real name is mixed in with this post) in there somewhere

Brennan Oct 22
Max Oct 23
Mark Oct 27
Nicholas Oct 28
Pop Nov 6
Ryan Nov 12
Terry Dec 7

Gerry Jan 12
Andrea Jan 12
Erik Jan 20
Brooke Jan 25
Nick Jan 30
Kevin Feb 15
Jeff Feb 19
Sharon Mar 4
Jill Mar 11
Nancy Mar 30
Christopher May 31
Katie Apr 19
CarolB May 1
Greg May 9
Mimi May 21
Ava Jun 5
Maggie Aug 14
CrissB Aug 16
Alexis Aug 17
Jackson Aug 23
Jack Aug 27

EPCOT

Pop in WDW

Filling up the Pool

Wedding

Killington

Nicholas and Gerry in Vermont

Windermere Golf

http://www.golflink.com/golf-courses/city.aspx?dest=Windermere+FL&utm_source=yahoo&utm_medium=ssp&utm_campaign=yssp_golf-city-state

4th of july from backyard

West Volusia News - newsjournalonline.com

Sent: Saturday, July 04, 2009 11:40 AM
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Sharon Scheidhauer, a spokeswoman for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, said that last year almost 1.1 million immigrants became naturalized citizens, after passing required history and English proficiency tests.

American citizenship is the gold standard for many folks who once lived under dictatorships or restrictive political systems, she said.

"They're amazing, extremely appreciative to this country and the freedoms we have," Scheidhauer said of those becoming citizens. "They are thankful for the opportunities in education and the economy. They don't take it for granted."

July 3rd Fireworks

mile drive to Contemporary parking--walk over to Magic Kingdom an hour before special 4 of July fireworks--stand right in the middle

Usually launch the fireworks from one location--for the finale they launched them from all over the parks--very impressive

They repeat them tonight for the 4th as well

Highly recommend

Happy 4th

Mickey and Nicholas at CR

WDW Fireworks

Sent: Monday, June 29, 2009 6:38 PM
Subject: Best 4th of July fireworks viewing spots at Walt Disney World


Best 4th of July fireworks viewing spots at Walt Disney World
June 28, 7:39 PM
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View from the Contemporary Resort. (c) 2009 Noah RavitzJust in time for the 4th of July, here are the best fireworks viewing spots for the Magic Kingdom and Epcot in Walt Disney World.

Magic Kingdom:

Main Street, U.S.A.
Tomorrowland Terrace patio.
Entrance to the ferry boats at the Transportation and Ticket Center.
Magic Kingdom resorts:

Contemporary Resort 4th floor outside observation deck.
California Grill observation deck and tables with a view of the Magic Kingdom.
'Ohana restaurant at the Polynesian Resort.
Narcoossee's restaurant at the Grand Floridian Resort.
From a Disney boat on the Seven Seas Lagoon, located in front of the Magic Kingdom.
Epcot:

The Mexico and Italy pavilions offer spectacular views of the Epcot fireworks, including the Illuminations Reflections of Earth globe, which features video images.
Avoid spots in which large trees or buildings obstruct your view.
If the wind is blowing in your face, smoke will surely follow once the show starts. Find another spot.
If you don't mind missing the globe's video images and some of the fire, smoke, and laser effects that can only be seen from World Showcase, a great place to watch the fireworks is along the long walkway in front of Spaceship Earth. You will be ideally positioned to make a quick exit to the parking lot or monorail before the masses.
A great spot to view the fireworks is the small bridge between Mexico and World Showplace...ideally with a Mexican margarita in your hand.
Disney's Hollywood Studios:

Disney's Hollywood Studios offers a 4th of July fireworks show. Fantasmic! is the park's regular nighttime show, however, while the Magic Kingdom and Epcot offer fireworks every night. Moreover, Disney's Hollywood Studios was not designed to accommodate large crowds as well as the older Magic Kingdom and Epcot parks. Since the 4th of July is one of the most crowded days at the Disney parks, and Hollywood Studios is not known for its fireworks, the true fireworks aficionado would be happier at one of the older parks.
For more tips on Disney's 4th of July fireworks, click here.

http://www.examiner.com/x-9082-Walt-Disney-World-Recreation-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Best-4th-of-July--fireworks-viewing-spots-at-Walt-Disney-Worl

Epcot with Eagles Tribute

DTD with Nicholas

Gingerbread Man!!!

Universal Studios

Orlando US Congressman

The US Congressman kissing the baby--after N wouldnt have any of it. He went over to try to pick up Jack. The Orlando bishop was at the event as well. World Refugee day

Gatorland

Miami

KofC

Went to a 2nd Kof C meeting in two weeks--surely two more than i have been too since joining in 1984 or so.

Last night I went to another church we have been going to Mass lately. Everyone very friendly and less formal than previous week one. Within minutes i was asked to be the 'inside guard'? I said not sure what that job entails but sure. Another few minutes later another guy was talking to me and yada yada yada

I walked out last night with a briefcase of council checkbooks and even some cash to be deposited into the bank. I am the new treasurer of the St Jude council.

Gerry

Star Wars Weekend

Nicholas 1st Haircut

Pool Construction

Omni Golf

Contemporary Resort

Lazy River

Star Wars Opening Weekend

Mercedes

Sent: Thursday, May 21, 2009 11:29 PM
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May 21st,1938----71 years ago-Mercedes Theresa Dowd----Scheidhauer.....Misercordia Hospital,54th and Cedar ave,Philadelphia

Neighbor Rudy

Rudy is a neighbor whom i met at a neighborhood picnic yesterday and here is his story.
http://www.feldgrau.com/articles.php?ID=33

Wild Turkey's

Shrine Mary Queen of the Universe

AKL Sanaa

Magic Playoffs

Nicholas new buddy Ally

Things I Miss

There are things I miss:

Sacred Heart
Shrine
cooler weather--but like this more than i thought
miss family

BUT....

Jimmy Koo Grafitti

Polynesian O'Hana

Space Shuttle launches on Monday

Sent: Tuesday, May 05, 2009 9:10 PM
Subject: NASA - Space Shuttle


Space Shuttle launches on Monday

Sawgrass this weekend

O's playing the Rays

Magic Playoffs

WDW
http://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/shuttle/main/index.html

Boardwalk WDW

Florida Wildlife

Sent: Saturday, May 02, 2009 10:59 AM


We will need to get a book of Florida wildlife

We have Disney donkeys in back yard

All sorts of birds and ducks/ egrets/ etc

We have seen deer/ turkey/ armadillos

We also did get a visual on the pond alligator last night

Some of the neighbors have said they have seen wild pigs/ bobcat/ and the elusive Florida Panther

Who needs the Zoo?

Gerry

Max's Confirmation

Nicholas playing on wall

jeff surprise bday

Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2009 8:40 PM
Subject: jeff surprise bday


Hi everyone.
I spoke with Terry about some possible times to throw a family surprise party for Jeff's upcoming 37th bday. How is Sunday Feb 15 around 4? the next day is a school/work holiday for most I believe. Gerry and I would be happy to host a dinner here.
if that doesn't work, we could also do lunch on monday the 16th. and sat the 14th is a smaller possibility we might be able to work with, but Jeff and Terry's kids have something that night. the 15th is also Kevin's bday, so we'd include him in the celebration of course!!
reply asap with which time works best for you, and we'll start planning.
Terry thinks we can definitely pull off a surprise!!
sharon

WDW and DCL Jan 2009

Sent: Friday, January 30, 2009 9:00 PM
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book within 3 days and get 10% off and something like $500 shipboard credit

We'll have to see how: Capt Henry, Peter, Ray, Ralston, Fayzil, Sonja, GoodLuck, Anxious, Suzette, Sean, etc are doing

That's Amore!

Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2009 2:49 PM
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Update

We are all set to go tomorrow--I havent heard if anyone amended any of these figures--so assuming not?

Pop still wants to pay but is nervous due to last year's Jan Outing

We think we can keep things 'under budget' with kids getting kids meals and adults sharing family style meals. So kids at one end and adults at other of table.

My 2-cents: Stay out of the press (stays fresh a year later--ive heard every angle) no ordering Mai-Tai's / 5 Volcano's/ etc. With family dining it will basically be prix fixe.

Any questions/ concerns/ additions--let me know

Surely it will be another great family get-together to celebrate family and some Jan birthday's (plus pre DISNEY/ Disney Cruise Line chatter before the big trip).

Gerry

Inaugural

Sent: Sunday, January 04, 2009 9:59 AM
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anyone to work the Inaugural? We'll be in WDW. Over 60k applied and only 27k selected. I just wanted to see if I could get picked.