About Me:
Greetings! My name is Heather. I live in a tiny rural town in the heart of Georgia. I spend most days scrubbing the toilet, or maybe finding a dirty plate or two tossed under a bed. My afternoons are generally filled with carpool duties, soccer, baseball or swim practice. I volunteer in our small town at the local school and for other community events.
About My Family: I have entered into the teenage years with two of my kids, preteen with one and have two ‘tweens. Yes, that computes to five wonderful children. Many days, I don’t know if I’m coming or going, as their lives tend to move in so many directions. One day they are in love, and the next, I am picking up the pieces of their broken hearts. All of my children play an instrument, either violin, piano or flute to varying degrees of skill. I have discovered that drawing pictures on one’s arm is cool. My ability to buy clothes is no longer fashionable. I know nothing and they are the experts, so they believe. However, Disney World is one place we all agree is a place where time stops, where laughter is first and all the pains and sorrows melt away.
About My Disney Experience: I have visited Walt Disney World numerous times over the years. I have been there with the kids and without. I have discovered how overwhelming it can be planning a Disney vacation. I find ways to save money on our vacations, the best place to take pictures during the SpectroMagic parade in the Magic Kingdom and the best location to buy Mickey ears and have them monogrammed. My best accomplishment has been getting my family to Walt Disney World on a shoestring budget.
Other Q&A's from this Panelist
We are planning on visiting WDW for 3 days in November, 2009 and then again for 5 days in September, 2010. What would be the best ticket option for us? Was looking at Annual Passes, but didn't know if that was most cost effective?
- Asked by Kris from GA on 11/9/2009
I would personally compare the price of a 8 or 9 day Hopper ticket adding the no expiration option to the cost of the Annual Pass. I also would recommend checking with your corporation and your local AAA or travel agent to see if they may have... read more
- Answered by Heather M., GA
I am coming down in March as was interested in one of the tours. I could not find a price anywhere. I would be interested in one at either MK or AK. Ihave a 9 year old and a 5 year old.
What would you suggest?
- Asked by John from IN on 11/9/2009
I would recommend the Family Magic Tour in the Magic Kingdom. We took our boys on the tour last year and they loved it. They particularly loved the scavenger hunt theme as we would go through the parks in search of hidden mickeys and other hidden... read more
- Answered by Heather M., GA
Hi, I've recently become aqquainted the panel, this is my first ? My son is 9 and Autistic. I would love tips on how to make this a great experience. Will be visiting MK, Epcot, AK and possibly HS in 2 wks. I know about the access pass any other tips?
- Asked by Krystal from MO on 11/8/2009
If your son is sensitive to sound than I would recommend some noise cancelling headphones to help disperse the sounds of fireworks. It helped with the melt down with my daughter when she was his age. I also had to make provisions to our walking... read more
- Answered by Heather M., GA
In the past 3 years, my daughter (10) & I have survived divorce, 13 mos. unemployment, death, & cancer. We are going to WDW to celebrate, we have survived the past 3 yrs. What do we tell them we're celebrating? trip is 12-5 to 12-7
- Asked by Theresa from CO on 11/8/2009
Your celebrating life....This is your first trip towards the rest of your life. It's a beginning and a time of celebrating your ability to overcome so many obstacles. I would celebrate your 1st trip. It's your first trip as a single mom, your... read more
- Answered by Heather M., GA
I am planning to go DW by the end of April (with my 3 kids - 4,4,1 years old and my parents)We will arrive around 2 pm at hotel. Which park should we go first for 1/2 day? I will also have more 5 days, how long should I stay in each park including a water?
- Asked by Nicola from CT on 11/8/2009
When my kids were 5, 4, 2 we always would head to the Magic Kingdom first. My kids loved Fantasyland so we made a bee line behind the castle to ride Dumbo or become dizzy in the tea cups. You may even be able to see the afternoon parade if you... read more
- Answered by Heather M., GA