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WhoFan63 Apr 13th 2013 2:48 am

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Originally Posted by WEBlue (Post 10656998)
I meant her return home, NOT the return leg of her ticket. Thought that was fairly obvious... would hardly send good wishes for anything else. :LOL:

Good job I knew what you meant ! :rofl::rofl:

Perth Apr 13th 2013 2:51 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10656997)
:rofl: I might need an extra one for that last day, because I can feel my colly's wobbling :rofl: At the moment I feel like I have a million butterflies inside me...talk about nervous excitement ! God give me the strength to get through the next few days! :rofl::rofl:

Holding your hand, love...you will be fine. You're going home :thumbsup: Here's the extra :eek: anyway :D

WhoFan63 Apr 13th 2013 2:55 am

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Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10657004)
Holding your hand, love...you will be fine. You're going home :thumbsup: Here's the extra :eek: anyway :D

:rofl: Thanks love :) :drinkwine:

quoll Apr 13th 2013 5:48 pm

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10656997)
:rofl: I might need an extra one for that last day, because I can feel my colly's wobbling :rofl: At the moment I feel like I have a million butterflies inside me...talk about nervous excitement ! God give me the strength to get through the next few days! :rofl::rofl:

Deep breaths! Bon voyage for Tuesday!

WhoFan63 Apr 14th 2013 2:07 am

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Originally Posted by quoll (Post 10657768)
Deep breaths! Bon voyage for Tuesday!

Thank you! :) Breathe....breathe...breathe.. :thumbsup:

Perth Apr 14th 2013 2:22 am

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Please someone tell me how to find the flight tracker thingy online so I can stalk WhoFan all the way home :lol:

happyglow Apr 14th 2013 2:24 am

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[QUOTE=perthhomeschool;10655092]

Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10654562)
Posting a copy of this in here as well:thumbsup:Okay it's offficial ! :) I just bought my ticket ! :D :D :D

:drinkwine::drinkwine::drinkwine:

Awesome! I can feel the ground quaking from here, but you should find the wobbles disappear as soon as you actually get underway.... ENJOY!!!!!

:thumbup::thumbsup:

WhoFan63 Apr 14th 2013 2:31 am

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[QUOTE=happyglow;10658365]

Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10655092)

Awesome! I can feel the ground quaking from here, but you should find the wobbles disappear as soon as you actually get underway.... ENJOY!!!!!

:thumbup::thumbsup:

7.5 earthquake just felt in Phoenix !:rofl: I'm in full blown panic mode now, mainly because I was just checking my bank account (Wells Fargo) to see what my balance was and had a huge SHOCK! On Thursday the airline ticket was a pending transaction. Now it's disappeared completely ! :eek::eek: It's no longer pending, but neither has it been posted to my account. I just checked online with BA and the booking is still on their end.

So now I'm wondering if this is normal for Wells Fargo??? Just about to make a call to their 1-800 number.

Cardienscarf Apr 14th 2013 2:39 am

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[QUOTE=WhoFan63;10658376]

Originally Posted by happyglow (Post 10658365)

7.5 earthquake just felt in Phoenix !:rofl: I'm in full blown panic mode now, mainly because I was just checking my bank account (Wells Fargo) to see what my balance was and had a huge SHOCK! On Thursday the airline ticket was a pending transaction. Now it's disappeared completely ! :eek::eek: It's no longer pending, but neither has it been posted to my account. I just checked online with BA and the booking is still on their end.

So now I'm wondering if this is normal for Wells Fargo??? Just about to make a call to their 1-800 number.

That happens a lot with WF. Sometimes it posts when they run it through and then disappears until they put it through as a transaction. Don't panic!!!

WhoFan63 Apr 14th 2013 2:44 am

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[QUOTE=Cardienscarf;10658390]

Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10658376)

That happens a lot with WF. Sometimes it posts when they run it through and then disappears until they put it through as a transaction. Don't panic!!!

Okay, my breathing has returned to normal and I am no longer hyperventilating. :rofl: It was exactly as you said Cardienscarf. Apparently according to WF this is normal, especially with airline tickets. The airline posts the amount as a 'test' first, to see if it goes through and to make sure the funds are in the bank. Once they see that everything is okay then they put in through as an actual transaction. Seems like a dumb way of doing it..why don't they just put it through the first time as a transaction and if it goes through they KNOW the funds are in the bank??

Now I just have to hope it clears before Tuesday because I was going to go in and close my account !

Cardienscarf Apr 14th 2013 4:06 am

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[QUOTE=WhoFan63;10658399]

Originally Posted by Cardienscarf (Post 10658390)

Okay, my breathing has returned to normal and I am no longer hyperventilating. :rofl: It was exactly as you said Cardienscarf. Apparently according to WF this is normal, especially with airline tickets. The airline posts the amount as a 'test' first, to see if it goes through and to make sure the funds are in the bank. Once they see that everything is okay then they put in through as an actual transaction. Seems like a dumb way of doing it..why don't they just put it through the first time as a transaction and if it goes through they KNOW the funds are in the bank??

Now I just have to hope it clears before Tuesday because I was going to go in and close my account !

You can close your account from the other side of the pond if it hasn't cleared. No need to make a special trip in unless you need a lollipop :D

WhoFan63 Apr 14th 2013 4:15 am

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[QUOTE=Cardienscarf;10658511]

Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10658399)

You can close your account from the other side of the pond if it hasn't cleared. No need to make a special trip in unless you need a lollipop :D

I can? They told me I'd have to go into the branch to do that ! Hmm, no lollipops in my bank..only Tootsie Rolls! :rofl:

Cardienscarf Apr 14th 2013 4:32 am

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[QUOTE=WhoFan63;10658525]

Originally Posted by Cardienscarf (Post 10658511)

I can? They told me I'd have to go into the branch to do that ! Hmm, no lollipops in my bank..only Tootsie Rolls! :rofl:

According to the WF website, you can close an account online. Just type 'close an account' in the search box and you'll get to it.

WhoFan63 Apr 14th 2013 4:38 am

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[QUOTE=Cardienscarf;10658542]

Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10658525)

According to the WF website, you can close an account online. Just type 'close an account' in the search box and you'll get to it.

But what happens if you still have money in the account?? Although I guess I could just go to the bank on Tuesday morning, take out whatever money is remaining after taking into consideration the ticket (if not posted by then), and then try the online closing. Something to think about though, so thanks for that. Too bad the bank didn't tell me that. :rofl::rofl:

Cardienscarf Apr 14th 2013 4:42 am

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[QUOTE=WhoFan63;10658548]

Originally Posted by Cardienscarf (Post 10658542)

But what happens if you still have money in the account?? Although I guess I could just go to the bank on Tuesday morning, take out whatever money is remaining after taking into consideration the ticket (if not posted by then), and then try the online closing. Something to think about though, so thanks for that. Too bad the bank didn't tell me that. :rofl::rofl:

I think you just want to go to the bank one last time :) They should be able to help you even if you have transactions that haven't cleared. They can see what's pending.

WhoFan63 Apr 14th 2013 4:47 am

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[QUOTE=Cardienscarf;10658552]

Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10658548)

I think you just want to go to the bank one last time :) They should be able to help you even if you have transactions that haven't cleared. They can see what's pending.

Hopefully my airline ticket with post on Monday, and as that's the only thing I'm waiting to clear then the remaining funds can be withdrawn. :) :thumbsup: But I'll pop into the bank on Tuesday morning anyway. :)

WhoFan63 Apr 15th 2013 1:30 am

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Oh my! To think in just over 24 hours I'll be heading to the airport. To say I feel sick is an understatement. My stomach is doing acrobatics. :eek:

I had the family/friends BBQ yesterday and said my goodbyes so that didn't help.

If I'm like this now, what am I going to be like tomorrow?? :rofl:

Perth Apr 15th 2013 1:41 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10660076)
Oh my! To think in just over 24 hours I'll be heading to the airport. To say I feel sick is an understatement. My stomach is doing acrobatics. :eek:

I had the family/friends BBQ yesterday and said my goodbyes so that didn't help.

If I'm like this now, what am I going to be like tomorrow?? :rofl:

You'll be just fine. Have any ginger around? Even ginger ale or candied ginger? Great for the tummy.

WhoFan63 Apr 15th 2013 1:43 am

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Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10660101)
You'll be just fine. Have any ginger around? Even ginger ale or candied ginger? Great for the tummy.

Now why didn't I think of that?? LOL Thanks love...will go get some today while I'm out and about. :)

jemima55 Apr 15th 2013 2:14 am

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WhoFan, I can feel your excitement!
I've been back almost a year now, and it's flown, still keep having to pinch myself! Good luck for the journey back. I see you are a Broadchurch fan. You'll be back for the grand finale!

Cardienscarf Apr 15th 2013 2:47 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10660076)
Oh my! To think in just over 24 hours I'll be heading to the airport. To say I feel sick is an understatement. My stomach is doing acrobatics. :eek:

I had the family/friends BBQ yesterday and said my goodbyes so that didn't help.

If I'm like this now, what am I going to be like tomorrow?? :rofl:

Only one more sleep :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

WhoFan63 Apr 15th 2013 2:49 am

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Originally Posted by jemima55 (Post 10660174)
WhoFan, I can feel your excitement!
I've been back almost a year now, and it's flown, still keep having to pinch myself! Good luck for the journey back. I see you are a Broadchurch fan. You'll be back for the grand finale!

Thank you :) I can't wait to watch the last episode from the comfort of my flat with a good cuppa :)

WhoFan63 Apr 15th 2013 2:50 am

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Originally Posted by Cardienscarf (Post 10660243)
Only one more sleep :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

Don't think I will sleep much tonight lol :)

curleytops Apr 15th 2013 3:09 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10660251)
Don't think I will sleep much tonight lol :)

Nope, I don't think you will :lol: Don't worry about the butterflies, you will be fine once you get on the plane!

WhoFan63 Apr 15th 2013 3:55 am

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Originally Posted by curleytops (Post 10660292)
Nope, I don't think you will :lol: Don't worry about the butterflies, you will be fine once you get on the plane!

Yes...that's what's keeping me sane right now ! :rofl: I was the same when I went to London last year, and the minute I walked through the gate and got on the plane I was fine ! :) :thumbsup: It's just excitement not nerves ! :rofl: I'm so excited I can barely stand it.:rofl:

ElizabethK Apr 15th 2013 12:58 pm

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It's going to be very weird not seeing any posts on here from you whilst you're en route to HOME :)

I bet it seems very surreal to know that tomorrow you'll board the plane and be on your way.

I'm sure when my turn comes I'll be sobbing uncontrollably and sh*tting through the eye of a needle with nerves/panic/excitement ! ( my stomach always gets in knots at the very thought of any major change)

I can't imagine how you're feeling at the moment. . . Best Of Luck and get back on here asap with updates please :)

windsong Apr 15th 2013 10:28 pm

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Ohh my gosh, I am so excited for WhoFan!!! I woke up this morning and immediately thought of what she might be doing or feeling at that very minute lol!! I do hope she continues to write her progress here.

WhoFan!!! Wishing you ALL THE VERY BEST for a safe and wonderful trip! Take plenty of tissues for the touchdown on home turf!

Perth Apr 15th 2013 10:51 pm

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Originally Posted by windsong (Post 10661793)
Ohh my gosh, I am so excited for WhoFan!!! I woke up this morning and immediately thought of what she might be doing or feeling at that very minute lol!! I do hope she continues to write her progress here.

WhoFan!!! Wishing you ALL THE VERY BEST for a safe and wonderful trip! Take plenty of tissues for the touchdown on home turf!

Hi windsong! Yes, I thought of WhoFan too. Don't forget to use the flight tracker today! Where are you, WhoFan???

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 12:58 am

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Originally Posted by ElizabethK (Post 10661179)
It's going to be very weird not seeing any posts on here from you whilst you're en route to HOME :)

I bet it seems very surreal to know that tomorrow you'll board the plane and be on your way.

I'm sure when my turn comes I'll be sobbing uncontrollably and sh*tting through the eye of a needle with nerves/panic/excitement ! ( my stomach always gets in knots at the very thought of any major change)

I can't imagine how you're feeling at the moment. . . Best Of Luck and get back on here asap with updates please :)

:rofl: Thanks for that.. now I have an image in my mind and so long as nobody says the word 'needle' I should be okay. :rofl: As for the sobbing, I'll probably be doing a bit of that myself in a few hours. :(

Don't worry, it won't be long before I'm back posting, and I'll be back here as soon as I can with lots of updates and photos :thumbsup:

Perth Apr 16th 2013 1:08 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10662039)
:rofl: Thanks for that.. now I have an image in my mind and so long as nobody says the word 'needle' I should be okay. :rofl: As for the sobbing, I'll probably be doing a bit of that myself in a few hours. :(

Don't worry, it won't be long before I'm back posting, and I'll be back here as soon as I can with lots of updates and photos :thumbsup:

:thumbsup: Will you be on here again before you go? If not, have a fabulous flight!!! And if you feel like someone is looking at you it will be us stalking you all the way :thumbsup:

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 1:13 am

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Originally Posted by windsong (Post 10661793)
Ohh my gosh, I am so excited for WhoFan!!! I woke up this morning and immediately thought of what she might be doing or feeling at that very minute lol!! I do hope she continues to write her progress here.

WhoFan!!! Wishing you ALL THE VERY BEST for a safe and wonderful trip! Take plenty of tissues for the touchdown on home turf!

Thanks love.... :) xx What am I feeling this very minute? Excited !! :thumbsup: Would you believe last night I was asked 'So, are you still going ahead with it?'. Never mind that I have two suitcases packed and locked sitting next to the door, ready to go into the car. :rofl:

I still have a few hours to go (5) before I leave for the airport, so I knew I wanted to come back to BE for the last time on US soil :D

Tissues...check! :thumbsup: Video camera....check! I'm determined to record my landings in both London and Manchester lol

I can imagine that because of the terrible tragedy in Boston yesterday, airport security might be a little more vigilant, so keeping my fingers crossed :fingerscrossed: that I can breeze my way though. If anything I'll just bring on the tears and tell them my flight is boarding and I don't want to miss my plane ! :rofl: Which would be 100% true ! Window seats all the way, so I don't have to miss one minute of seeing that first glimpse of home :thumbsup:

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 1:16 am

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Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10662060)
:thumbsup: Will you be on here again before you go? If not, have a fabulous flight!!! And if you feel like someone is looking at you it will be us stalking you all the way :thumbsup:

Probably ! :rofl: My laptop is the last thing I'll be putting in my backpack, so will be online for as long as possible. Have to make one last trip to the bank and then that is it. :)

I hope I can get as many people as possible 'stalking' my flights..lol, because I'm sure with all those eyes watching the planes wouldn't dare be late touching down. Tail winds all the way ! :thumbsup:

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 1:18 am

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Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10661825)
Hi windsong! Yes, I thought of WhoFan too. Don't forget to use the flight tracker today! Where are you, WhoFan???

Still here love.. :rofl: Just think, this time tomorrow I will be in Manchester :thumbsup::thumbsup:

morayeel Apr 16th 2013 1:27 am

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will be looking forward to your updates when you get settled.. thinking of you.

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 1:28 am

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Originally Posted by morayeel (Post 10662090)
will be looking forward to your updates when you get settled.. thinking of you.

Thanks morayeel... :) :thumbsup:

Perth Apr 16th 2013 1:29 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10662078)
Still here love.. :rofl: Just think, this time tomorrow I will be in Manchester :thumbsup::thumbsup:

:eek: YAY!!! I've been shaking you on FB too, lol. Thought you might oversleep :rofl: Do yourself a favor and get to the airport earlier than planned.

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 1:36 am

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Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10662095)
:eek: YAY!!! I've been shaking you on FB too, lol. Thought you might oversleep :rofl: Do yourself a favor and get to the airport earlier than planned.

I thought I felt someone nudging me..... ow ! :rofl::rofl: If I had my way I'd head to the airport NOW, but will probably leave here at 10.30am my time and get to the airport for 11.00am. :) :thumbsup:

Perth Apr 16th 2013 1:40 am

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Originally Posted by WhoFan63 (Post 10662116)
I thought I felt someone nudging me..... ow ! :rofl::rofl: If I had my way I'd head to the airport NOW, but will probably leave here at 10.30am my time and get to the airport for 11.00am. :) :thumbsup:

Oooh, so not long now :thumbsup: So, let's get to the important stuff :rofl: did you get a chance to watch Broadchurch last night?

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 1:41 am

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Originally Posted by perthhomeschool (Post 10662124)
Oooh, so not long now :thumbsup: So, let's get to the important stuff :rofl: did you get a chance to watch Broadchurch last night?

No, didn't get to watch Broadchurch last night. :( But I'm going to watch it this morning while I'm waiting for the bank to open. :D :thumbsup::thumbsup:

WhoFan63 Apr 16th 2013 3:21 am

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Well my BE friends....the time has come to sign off for now and let my laptop cool down. LOL I'm heading to the airport in 2 hours, so just putting the remaining things in my backpack and I'm good to go. :thumbsup:

I'm so excited, and I know that moment when I get on that plane, everything will just feel so wonderful!

So take care my friends...and I look forward to talking to you again from the UK, with all my updates ! :thumbsup: Thank you to you all for being so wonderful and supportive ! BE ROCKS !!!!!!!!!!!:thumbsup:

TTFN !!


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