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Weatherly (original poster member #18222) posted at 2:16 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Ex spent all his time telling the boys and I EVERYTHING we wanted was too expensive. We only had money for things he wanted.
After he left, the kids wanted to go to Niagara Falls, but, it was just not manageable, I told them I wanted to take them, but, I couldn't, but, I was going to take them. I promised them.
So, I've spent years throwing dollar bills and change into a jar. The kids didn't bring it up anymore. I counted it all out recently.
I have enough for a rental car, the gas, food, a hotel, and a few of the touristy things. I told Aussie he may wanna take a couple vacation days. We're spending Labor Day weekend in Niagara.
The kids are ecstatic, they said "mom, you promised and we're going!" I'm pretty excited about it too.
Me-33 ,Two boys, 13 and 14
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Williesmom ( member #22870) posted at 2:20 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Very cool. It's a fun place for kids.
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inconnu ( member #24518) posted at 2:30 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
that is way cool!
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kernel ( member #27035) posted at 2:35 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
That is awesome! I hope you all have a ton of fun and don't forget to take lots of pics!
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persevere ( member #31468) posted at 2:41 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Awesome Weatherly! Enjoy!!!
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devistatedmom ( member #24961) posted at 2:43 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Fantastic Weatherly! I wish I had the time to drive down and meet you!
One warning...I happen to know Slo-Pitch Provincial Championships are going on down there this weekend...so watch out for those in baseball gear!
If you can afford it and have time, do the maid of the mist. It's a boatride under the falls. The kids will never forget it. Also, the wax museum will have lots of figures of people they would know.
Enjoy!!
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wildbananas ( member #10552) posted at 4:29 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
That's awesome, Weatherly! I hope you and your boys (and Aussie, if he goes) have a great time!
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hexed ( member #19258) posted at 4:49 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
that is so cool. good for you!!! you are the best mom 
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exhausted lady ( member #30217) posted at 9:17 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Way to go, Weatherly. You just showed your kids that saving money (without being a tightwad miser) is a GOOD thing, and that you follow through. Good for you!
And....have a blast!
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Bluebird26 ( member #36445) posted at 10:35 AM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Wow that's cool. Hope you and your kids make some wonderful memories there.
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NaiveAgain ( member #20849) posted at 12:06 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Aaawwww...that is awesome! It is so beautiful there...take lots of pictures!
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Weatherly (original poster member #18222) posted at 12:16 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
If you can afford it and have time, do the maid of the mist.
Already got the tickets, I saved enough for a good trip. We got some package deal, Maid of the Mist, Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara's Fury, and White Water Walk.
Me-33 ,Two boys, 13 and 14
It will all be ok in the end. If it's not ok, it's not the end
Happily remarried to a wonderful man (Aussie). I think I found the right guy and the right finger this time.
nowiknow23 ( member #33226) posted at 12:49 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Just fantastic, Weatherly. Hope you all have a fabulous time!
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She11ybeanz ( member #27457) posted at 1:46 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
That's awesome momma! I need to try this! I'm always scraping by but a little goes a long way!
Have a blast!! Take lots of pics!
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FaithFool ( member #20150) posted at 1:50 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
I forgot you need a passport, but if you have one, take a drive over to Niagara-on-the-Lake. It's so pretty.
Maid of the Mist will blow your mind.
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SBB ( member #35229) posted at 2:31 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
I may have reached a point where I'd piss on him if he was on fire.... eventually!!
devistatedmom ( member #24961) posted at 2:34 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Faithfool..isn't it funny, I just assumed she meant the Canadian side! The American side of Niagara Falls isn't as built up as it should be, with this natural wonder. Never even occured to me she might not be on the Canadian side.
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He is no longer my best friend. Repeat until it sticks.
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ajsmom ( member #17460) posted at 2:44 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
You rock, Weatherly.
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Newlease ( member #7767) posted at 3:22 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Good for you! You did it Mama!
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Lola2kids ( member #32789) posted at 4:11 PM on Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Me too, DM. I just assumed the Canadian side.
And with the attractions you have mentioned Weatherly it's definately the Canadian side. I did the same package with ex when his aunt visited from Europe.
Maid of the Mist is a blast and the White Water Walk was a little scary for me since the water level was pretty high.
Clifton Hill has a ferris wheel that goes so high it overlooks the falls. It was fantastic at night as well.
Have a great time Weatherly!!!
ETA: Prepare to get wet!!! All of those attractions are potential soakers.
[This message edited by Lola2kids at 10:13 AM, August 29th (Thursday)]
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