The logistics don't seem too bad, if you plan for every category of stuff (including a catch-all "miscellaneous" category for things that just don't fit in elsewhere) and get enough volunteers to help (including helping get all the leftover stuff to Goodwill at the end).

It's a great community event. Tons of people come. People who don't have any items to donate pay $5, I think.

that's a cool idea. But I will say - stuff that is taking up your space , is not valuable-at least not to you.

I did vacation planning today. Am I the only snarky, snarky bitch who somehow completely drinks the Disney Kool-Aid? Because I was told to "Have a magical day!" on the phone today, and I just said "Thank you!". What is wrong with me? Is this a snark blind spot?

Well, but Disney World *is* the Magic Kingdom, Lilty. Have faith. A dream is a wish your heart makes.

Or to answer directly, no.

The Mouse has you, Lilty.

I feel like I'll hug the first cartoon character I see. I do not understand these emotions.

My first paid 'job' job was at an amusement part. Marriott's Great America.

We were forced to say, "Have a GREAT MARRiott DAY!!" (inflection intended and vigorously coached) to everyone who paid for a ticket.

I've never been able to hear anyone say something like that without feeling terribly sorry for them.

I have to get my Platic Container for Goodwill back out and start filling it again.

I'm so glad this day is over. It was so slow at work and I ended up cleaning, which is fine but I felt like I was the only one cleaning. There was a bowling party after work and I skipped it. I really wanted to go but I just need to recharge I can't handle being around people right now. (proof I'm a chatty introvert).

sj, I swear we are talking about heading your way this year. Promise! Probably close to our birthdays at the end of September.

I've heard this before, but I will allow myself to get my hopes up anyway.

Keep me posted, I'm only about an hour away. NE F2F FTW!