He should go, right?

[BrerGnat]

On another note, what's with the France-bashing on this thread? Uncool.

Yeah, that was surprising to me too. Didn't really ask for opinions about France...

I've had far more negative experiences dealing with "Americans" than in the numerous encounters with French people I've had...

[Janmac]

I seem to remember some talk of changing the name french fries, and folks were pouring their imported wines in the gutters. I think - memory is so not what it used to be - that was when France was less than enthusiastic about joining us in the invasion of Iraq.

In 1985 DH and I were lucky enough to visit some European countries for 2 weeks. France was the least friendly but we still had a good time.

We still laugh over a little "discussion" between DH and a postal employee in some little French town. (Again, memory doesn't serve any more) We were wanting to send postcards home and the employee asked us a question in French. I can read French but spoken French is often beyond me. DH said, loudly, "by air" and the French guy said his thing, more loudly, and DH said, even louder, "by air". I thought they were going to come to blows through that little window, yelling at each other.

Finally I realized the employee, who was really nearly postal at this point, had to be asking if we wanted the cards sent by air, and said, "oui".

He did a wonderful eye roll and almost thumped his forehead over the cretins in front of him, and stamped our cards.

All good.

Jan

[BrerGnat]

So, the France trip...not so much. Not happenin'. They decided they wanted an Infantry guy to go as the ground combat representative, and DH is Artillery. Oh well.

WDW, here we come!

[MizMissy]

WDW, here we come!

I'm sure your DH is disappointed, but this really is a win-win for you. You did the right thing supporting his career and, in the end, you still have your family vacation to WDW!! Yay!!!

Have a fabulous trip! (and, hopefully, there are no other bumps or snags along the way).

[buzznwoodysmom]

So, the France trip...not so much. Not happenin'. They decided they wanted an Infantry guy to go as the ground combat representative, and DH is Artillery. Oh well.

WDW, here we come!

Looks like it all worked out the way it was supposed to. I am kinda crushed for your DH though. What a great experience this would have been for him, and it seemed like he was thrilled about the idea. However, getting to spend a week with his children is probably an even greater experience! I hope you guys have your best trip yet!!!!!