9/12 great article ! Who am I to say no to going to WDW?

[Charleston Princess]

That's the one parade we have never seen -- hopefully we will catch it this time!

[IluvXU]

CP is our favorite for breakfast. The food is really good and it doesn't hurt that you walk down an almost empty Main Street to get there.

So lucky to get dresses made!! I wish I could sew.

Glad to hear CP is your favorite breakfast. I am struggling... I have big time ADR change itis....

I have no sewing ability... a button is it. My sister in law is better than Martha Stewart... very cute stuff.

We're looking forward to this one too! I think our ADRs are for the same day, close to the same time, so if you see us, say "hi.":)

Same to you!

I can't wait to see these dresses I am very excited. But what does little Luke get to wear? Maybe he can be Prince Charming:goodvibes.

Luckily he does not care... I just plan to dress him cool. He has double Mickey and Donald shirts, but I think now I might have to pick him up another one....

Crystal Palace's breakfast is AMAZING! You will love it!

Oh, those dresses are going to be precious!!!

I am super excited to see them... I for sure want to have the girls in the Tink ones to meet her.... cute cute cute!

We had out first day dinner at Crystal Palace last year, and we'll be doing the same again this year. The food and character interaction were both great!

The dresses will be great for the girls! I look forward to seeing them in pictures.

I hope you are better at keeping up with your journal than I ever am. I always have good intentions, and I get off to a decent start, but I fail to keep up with it. I take times here and there to write, but in the end, I use my pictures to spark my memory for the most part. I know I miss a lot of details by not keeping up with the writing.

It has to be about your ADR time... what is the big family meals planned this trip? I thought of you when the dresses were mentioned. I bet Bella and Brooklynn will have some someday!

I forgot to take a journal and write last trip, so I struggled a bit when writing this. I think for all purposes I need one this trip since we might do some splitting up. Plus I hope to take more pics... I am sure I cannot compare to you in the number of pics or quality, but I hope to have more!


Oh Laura, you will LOVE the Crystal Palace breakfast...the food is pretty good but there is something SO magical about walking into the MK and down Main Strret without a herd around you! Just remember to soak it all in and take lots of pictures!!:goodvibes

I am already thinking about how peaceful it will be, can we rent our stroller on the way, or do we have to come back and rent after breakfast- do you know?

I really want to see this too! It looks like a really fun parade to watch. :thumbsup2
I hope you take some pictures for my preview!

Love the CP pics ... can 't wait to see the girls' dresses.

Tune in soon!

That's the one parade we have never seen -- hopefully we will catch it this time!

Us too! I think since our hotel is close to AK it should happen!

[Happydog]

YES to CP breakfast. We loved that one, too! Trying Chef Mickey's this time, but if we don't like it, def going back to CP! :goodvibes

Disney dresses, handmade, what a treat!:thumbsup2

And we have never seen that AK parade, either! Gonna try to hang around long enough to see it this time.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to


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Journey in to Imagination! (we call it Figment here). Boy do I wish they still had Figment meet and greets!


Also I read in the paper that Mary Poppins is coming in our local Broadway series next spring... I think that I will have to go, and I also think that Hannah is going to see her first Broadway touring play!

Have a great weekend everyone, our weather is fantastic, I see lots of outside time for us this weekend!

[Lady Lallie]

I love Figment! He's such a cute little guy.

I have been waiting for Mary Poppins to come to Boston! I'll have to go see if they have information on that yet! :banana:

[Charleston Princess]

Mary Poppins is supposed to be fantastic! I hope the touring group makes it to Atlanta soon!

[cjackearl]

We love Figment!:love: I'm sure Mary Poppins is amazing. I'll have to see if its coming to Chicago. Madeline really wants to see Wicked for her birthday, but it left Chicago. Maybe Mary Poppins would be a good replacement. That way the whole family could go.

[DreaGirl]

We have never done Figment, might have to add that to the list. :)

My friend just saw Mary Poppins in Chicago and LOVED it. She said it would be great for older kids as well as adults.

[lmillercrew]

We are looking forward to some of the same things you are. CP before park opening and Jammin Jungle Parade. We went on Figment once, but not sure we'll do it again.

[IluvXU]

I love Figment! He's such a cute little guy.

I have been waiting for Mary Poppins to come to Boston! I'll have to go see if they have information on that yet! :banana:


I think Hannah would love it. To go to a big show with mom- what a treat. I am sure Emily will not be happy, but sometimes you just have to wait till you are old enough!

Mary Poppins is supposed to be fantastic! I hope the touring group makes it to Atlanta soon!

I could not believe it when I read it... I am so excited!

We love Figment!:love: I'm sure Mary Poppins is amazing. I'll have to see if its coming to Chicago. Madeline really wants to see Wicked for her birthday, but it left Chicago. Maybe Mary Poppins would be a good replacement. That way the whole family could go.

I think on Mousesavers there is a ticket deal for it in Chicago---- check it out!

We have never done Figment, might have to add that to the list. :)

My friend just saw Mary Poppins in Chicago and LOVED it. She said it would be great for older kids as well as adults.

Emily is not thrilled with Figment. I will let you know how it goes this summer. Thanks for the info on Mary Poppins....


We are looking forward to some of the same things you are. CP before park opening and Jammin Jungle Parade. We went on Figment once, but not sure we'll do it again.

I could take it or leave it for Figment. I might have to be getting FPs or feeding Luke... no biggies to miss it. Hannah however loves it!

[IluvXU]

Hannah's Top Five

While in line tonight at Kings Island I was asking her about her top rides at Kings Island. Then I asked about WDW.

Here is her top five:

1) Splash Mountain

2) Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

3) Haunted Mansion

4) SpectroMagic

5) Lunch at the Castle

While I know they are not all rides, it was interesting to say the least. I bet this list changes this trip, we will see. I had number one for sure, and I know the Haunted Mansion is a top five. I will have to get Emily's list too!

[wigdoutdismom]

Hannah and I have so much in common!:goodvibes

[Charleston Princess]

Love Hannah's list -- Splash Mountain and Haunted Mansion are in my top 5, too! :thumbsup2

[Eventer98]

Just found your new TR!! i took my son at 5 months last Aug (during Hurricane Faye!) and then again in Dec at 9 months. Let me know if you want any tips!!

I'll also be about 33 weeks along, like you were last year, so I may go back and read last year's TR for some hints. We'll miss you by a few days..we check in on the 28th.

I didn't have any probs with getting ADRs but also didn't have tough places like the Fan. Package or CRT. Glad it worked out for you!!

Can't wait for more :)

[FairyGodmotherJen]

You'll love CP for breakfast - the food is wonderful, and we loved the characters. Plus, as you said, there's nothing like walking down a virtually empty Main Street!!

I can't wait to see the girls' dresses! Unfortuately, my girlie girl is (gasp) showing signs of growing out of the princesses. :scared1: No sign of Hannah Montana or High School Musical, though, so I think we're safe. She says (right now) that she wants to do BBB when we go next summer, so that's on our list right now. I hope nothing changes, since we've never been there before and she's my only girl.

If Marry Poppins is coming to Cincinatti, we might have to head over. When will it be there??? Mom and I have taken DD (she'll be 8 in July) to see a couple of shows - most notably the Lion King last fall right before Thanksgiving. It was worth going to just to watch her face, especially when the animals paraded past her (we managed to snag isle seats). I was glad I'd seen the show before, because I just kept wanting to watch her. You guys will love going to a show together!

I'm also enjoying the picture countdown. A great way to get a Disney fix!

[moparop]

Hope you are out enjoying this wonderful weather! That looks like a great top 5 list to me!!

[IluvXU]

So today was beautiful... and we work outside all day- mulch, weeds, trimming bushes oh my! Glad it is done, wish my plants were planted, and even more I wish my task for tomorrow is done: switching out clothes in the kids closets!

But back to Disney...
today we are looking forward to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (again no pics sorry)


Tonight when I was in the basement, I must admit I have started a Disney laundry basket of goodies! That is not mentioning my box with Disney trip stuff (ponchos, fans, and who knows what else).....

I hope to post plans for HS soon.... and Emily's top five (which I got today)but I am exhausted....

[IluvXU]

Hannah and I have so much in common!:goodvibes

I think it is so fun that she and I have the same favorite ride. Emily is 39 inches in her new shoes, boy I would love for her to be 40 in seven weeks... which isn't likely!

Love Hannah's list -- Splash Mountain and Haunted Mansion are in my top 5, too! :thumbsup2

I wonder what will happen having all the parks this trip, if she will change her top five?

Just found your new TR!! i took my son at 5 months last Aug (during Hurricane Faye!) and then again in Dec at 9 months. Let me know if you want any tips!!

I'll also be about 33 weeks along, like you were last year, so I may go back and read last year's TR for some hints. We'll miss you by a few days..we check in on the 28th.

I didn't have any probs with getting ADRs but also didn't have tough places like the Fan. Package or CRT. Glad it worked out for you!!

Can't wait for more :)

I am very interested in tips for 9 month olds. I keep thinking in the next two months he probably will be crawling, eating some table foods, and probably done nursing (although this does not matter to me). Congrats on the new baby--- is it a girl or boy?

As for going that pregnant---- overdrink the water is my biggest advice. I always was drinking, and surely saw every bathroom. Luckily most were clean (sans the Poly and Chef Mickey incident)! Plus a dip in the pool everyday at least once was heavenly! I don't regret going and loved the family of four trip!

You'll love CP for breakfast - the food is wonderful, and we loved the characters. Plus, as you said, there's nothing like walking down a virtually empty Main Street!!

I can't wait to see the girls' dresses! Unfortuately, my girlie girl is (gasp) showing signs of growing out of the princesses. :scared1: No sign of Hannah Montana or High School Musical, though, so I think we're safe. She says (right now) that she wants to do BBB when we go next summer, so that's on our list right now. I hope nothing changes, since we've never been there before and she's my only girl.

If Marry Poppins is coming to Cincinatti, we might have to head over. When will it be there??? Mom and I have taken DD (she'll be 8 in July) to see a couple of shows - most notably the Lion King last fall right before Thanksgiving. It was worth going to just to watch her face, especially when the animals paraded past her (we managed to snag isle seats). I was glad I'd seen the show before, because I just kept wanting to watch her. You guys will love going to a show together!

I'm also enjoying the picture countdown. A great way to get a Disney fix!

Glad you enjoy the countdown. I know someday Hannah will not love the princesses, and it will be a big change. I guess that is why we eat at the castle and see characters now... someday they won't want to. Mary Poppins is coming in the spring... April perhaps?

Hope you are out enjoying this wonderful weather! That looks like a great top 5 list to me!!

We worked hard, I and were filthy! It was rewarding to have it done though.

[Happydog]

We saw Mary Poppins in London a few years ago, the show is amazing. The set, the effects, etc. Very cool!
Glad you got your yard in shape, and are tackling those other necessary evils! The annual spring cleaning! :goodvibes

Your DD has a great top 5! :thumbsup2

Can't wait to hear about your basket of goodies!! :)

[Charleston Princess]

Big Thunder Mountain -- have you ridden it at night before? I hear that is supposed to be really fun! (I always close my eyes for most of the ride, so it always seems like nighttime to me! :laughing:)

[Lady Lallie]

I'd really like to ride Big Thunder Mountain at night, too. It's a fun ride. I'm also a little bit tempted to go on Splash Mountain at night....just a little bit.

I was pricing out Mary Poppins tickets in NYC last night. I was so tempted to buy some for my Birthday in September but reason won out. ;)

[IluvXU]

So today.... we are excited for Test Track. The real question is will Hannah finally ride it, she makes it in the building, hate the loud noise in the que and left with DH. I hope we get her on it, I think she will enjoy! When she took the piece off today I said we can ride it together, I think with my mom and I she might be okay! Here is a picture of my three on another car ride from Friday night at Kings Island:

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I cannot believe that Luke actually rode it with the girls. He had a lot of fun on the carousel, train, and all the rides he could ride. Just getting ready for Disney I guess.

Now no more DIS... closets await! Perhaps a real update later!

[shannon47142]

what a cute picture!! Luke is getting so big!:goodvibes

[Lady Lallie]

All three kiddos look so cute. I can't believe how much older Hannah looks!

[Charleston Princess]

I love how your two girls seem very concerned with what Luke is doing!

[dddisrunner]

I am sooooo far behind!:scared1: OK going back! Yay for Jammin Jungle parade, we have never seen it either...usually can't make it in that park long enough to see it! Maybe we will go back on an afternoon just for that!:confused3 We LOVE Figment too, what a great place to cool off and relax! I hope you do get to see Mary Poppins! LOVE Hannah's top five...soooo cute that she made a list:thumbsup2 BTMRR is Eric's favaorite nighttime ride, he says it's cool:thumbsup2 Yay for laundry baskets full of Disney goodies:thumbsup2 Usually means the trip is getting closer:goodvibes Finally, Test Track, I hope Hannah finds the courage to ride! The picture of the 3 kids riding together is just precious!:lovestruc

[IluvXU]

We saw Mary Poppins in London a few years ago, the show is amazing. The set, the effects, etc. Very cool!
Glad you got your yard in shape, and are tackling those other necessary evils! The annual spring cleaning! :goodvibes

Your DD has a great top 5! :thumbsup2

Can't wait to hear about your basket of goodies!! :)

Glad to hear you liked Mary Poppins. The yard is well getting there... I still need to plant and stuff, but I am planning to wait a week or two before I do that.


Big Thunder Mountain -- have you ridden it at night before? I hear that is supposed to be really fun! (I always close my eyes for most of the ride, so it always seems like nighttime to me! :laughing:)

I have not rode it at night for a while, if ever. I hope to ride it a lot this trip, since I sat it out last year.

I'd really like to ride Big Thunder Mountain at night, too. It's a fun ride. I'm also a little bit tempted to go on Splash Mountain at night....just a little bit.

I was pricing out Mary Poppins tickets in NYC last night. I was so tempted to buy some for my Birthday in September but reason won out. ;)

Go go go! Can you make it when they have the 15 dollar tickets? (mousesavers)

what a cute picture!! Luke is getting so big!:goodvibes

I know he is a big boy... starting to crawl (backwards)!

All three kiddos look so cute. I can't believe how much older Hannah looks!

When I look at the pics of her when she turned 4 at WDW I realize how much she too has changed.

I love how your two girls seem very concerned with what Luke is doing!

They were super excited to ride with him.

I am sooooo far behind!:scared1: OK going back! Yay for Jammin Jungle parade, we have never seen it either...usually can't make it in that park long enough to see it! Maybe we will go back on an afternoon just for that!:confused3 We LOVE Figment too, what a great place to cool off and relax! I hope you do get to see Mary Poppins! LOVE Hannah's top five...soooo cute that she made a list:thumbsup2 BTMRR is Eric's favaorite nighttime ride, he says it's cool:thumbsup2 Yay for laundry baskets full of Disney goodies:thumbsup2 Usually means the trip is getting closer:goodvibes Finally, Test Track, I hope Hannah finds the courage to ride! The picture of the 3 kids riding together is just precious!:lovestruc

Life just interupts DISing... but that is okay!

[MeMom]

Cute picture. I'm sure that was a fun evening!
It is good practice for Disney World.

The first thing I noticed was the girls focused in on Luke.
I know you have plenty of help taking care of him. :goodvibes

I hope Hannah ends up sticking it out with Test Track. That's a fun ride, and she'll feel like such a big girl getting to share it with you.

Have fun with those closets. I did a whole room this weekend that was being used as a gigantic catch-all area. It took a while, but it looks like a real room now - so much better than it did!

[wigdoutdismom]

I LOVE that pictures of the kids! Soooo cute! That Luke is a serious driver!;)

[punkin413]

just catching up!!!! i'm loving your "we're looking forward to" updates. so cool! :thumbsup2

[moparop]

I can't believe how big Luke looks riding on the car with his sisters -- totally like he is supposed to be there!

We had the same problem with Doug on Test Track last summer. He talked about riding all day, was 4 cars from the gate and decided to pass.

[mylag1rl]

Cute pic ... I like how the girls are both keeping an eye on Luke.

TT does have a loud waitng so no wonder Hannah doesn't like it.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to World Showcase

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-making our masks! (I just wish it was not sponsored by Sharpie- who would give little kids permanent markers--- that makes me crazy)

[IluvXU]

Cute pic ... I like how the girls are both keeping an eye on Luke.

TT does have a loud waitng so no wonder Hannah doesn't like it.

That is it exactly... she is not a fan of loud things.

I can't believe how big Luke looks riding on the car with his sisters -- totally like he is supposed to be there!

We had the same problem with Doug on Test Track last summer. He talked about riding all day, was 4 cars from the gate and decided to pass.

He loved it... and he clings to me a lot, so that was so funny that he was fine being on the ride!

Cute picture. I'm sure that was a fun evening!
It is good practice for Disney World.

The first thing I noticed was the girls focused in on Luke.
I know you have plenty of help taking care of him. :goodvibes

I hope Hannah ends up sticking it out with Test Track. That's a fun ride, and she'll feel like such a big girl getting to share it with you.

Have fun with those closets. I did a whole room this weekend that was being used as a gigantic catch-all area. It took a while, but it looks like a real room now - so much better than it did!


They both loved sitting there with him! The closets are done, Disney shirts got counted and shorts were checked. Now I know who needs what for summer/Disney.


I LOVE that pictures of the kids! Soooo cute! That Luke is a serious driver!;)

He wanted the wheel soooooo bad!

just catching up!!!! i'm loving your "we're looking forward to" updates. so cool! :thumbsup2

Glad you are enjoying!

[Happydog]

:eek: Sharpie?!?!?! ACK! No kidding??? HEY! Which kidcot stop is this one? We definitely need to spend more time at these this trip! :thumbsup2

[Charleston Princess]

World Showcase!!! So wonderful!!!

Apparently someone who is not a parent thought the sharpies were a good idea! :headache:

[lmillercrew]

Hahaha! It's funny you should mention sharpies and what they can do when put in the hands of children. My youngest DD took a black sharpie to her legs several years ago, when she was supposed to be napping! :rotfl: And, she found a green marker too. She was wearing camo!!!!

[IluvXU]

:eek: Sharpie?!?!?! ACK! No kidding??? HEY! Which kidcot stop is this one? We definitely need to spend more time at these this trip! :thumbsup2

The first year we skipped some countries KIDCOT stops. Last year Hannah had us stop at each country. At one point she made me stop and count how many we had left...

This year she wants to go around twice. I say I am only bringing home two masks total- so she can't do more than one.



World Showcase!!! So wonderful!!!

Apparently someone who is not a parent thought the sharpies were a good idea! :headache:

I think a sponsor is great, but why not Crayola--- washable markers at the very least. We have Sharpie on a Minnie shirt that Emily will probably wear that was a Hannah shirt.

I must admit though their autograph book is alway signed with a Sharpie Click marker, but I manage those. (need to get more- mental note to self)

Hahaha! It's funny you should mention sharpies and what they can do when put in the hands of children. My youngest DD took a black sharpie to her legs several years ago, when she was supposed to be napping! :rotfl: And, she found a green marker too. She was wearing camo!!!!


And I love sharpies for labeling stuff at school. But even I hide them from Third Graders--- they are dangerous!

[Charleston Princess]

I think a sponsor is great, but why not Crayola--- washable markers at the very least. We have Sharpie on a Minnie shirt that Emily will probably wear that was a Hannah shirt.

I must admit though their autograph book is alway signed with a Sharpie Click marker, but I manage those. (need to get more- mental note to self)

We use a Sharpie Click for autographs as well, and Connor has managed to get it on at least one shirt every trip -- I think he must wave them around while waiting for the characters, and he always seems to be seated next to his father who isn't paying attention. :rolleyes:

[IluvXU]

Emily's Top Five

Let me say that this is probably the most interesting to me. I realize that she doesn't really remember any park but probably Magic Kingdom and most of her memories are from stories. I have a feeling that her top five is the most likely to change... but boy is it sweet to hear her share (from the mouth of babes):

1. Dumbo
2. It's a Small World After All
3. See Minnie and Ariel
This time I am picking food
4. Castle
5. Goofy's Barnstormer, but I don't want to ride by myself!

[Happydog]

Emily's Top Five

Let me say that this is probably the most interesting to me. I realize that she doesn't really remember any park but probably Magic Kingdom and most of her memories are from stories. I have a feeling that her top five is the most likely to change... but boy is it sweet to hear her share (from the mouth of babes):

1. Dumbo
2. It's a Small World After All
3. See Minnie and Ariel
This time I am picking food
4. Castle
5. Goofy's Barnstormer, but I don't want to ride by myself!

A VERY cute list! And she seems right on target! She has her priorities :goodvibes

Go Barnstormer!

[Charleston Princess]

I love that Em is looking forward to picking her own food this year!

[moparop]

A girl after my own heart! I have to admit... I look forward to Dumbo and Small World on every trip.

Those are awesome pics from the World Showcase! Great angles amd colors!

[KathyRN137]

Emily's Top Five

This time I am picking food



That is so adorable!!

And I hear ya on the Sharpie situation... Danger Ahead!! :eek:


Kathy

[wigdoutdismom]

We use a Sharpie Click for autographs as well, and Connor has managed to get it on at least one shirt every trip -- I think he must wave them around while waiting for the characters, and he always seems to be seated next to his father who isn't paying attention. :rolleyes:

Do they ever pay attention!?!:confused3

[lmillercrew]

Emily's Top Five

Let me say that this is probably the most interesting to me. I realize that she doesn't really remember any park but probably Magic Kingdom and most of her memories are from stories. I have a feeling that her top five is the most likely to change... but boy is it sweet to hear her share (from the mouth of babes):

1. Dumbo
2. It's a Small World After All
3. See Minnie and Ariel
This time I am picking food
4. Castle
5. Goofy's Barnstormer, but I don't want to ride by myself!
I'm with Emily!!! I love picking out my own food!! ;)

[White as Snow]

(I just wish it was not sponsored by Sharpie- who would give little kids permanent markers--- that makes me crazy)

I hope this changes before we take little ones to Disney. I can see the scene now, DH will say, "It's fine!" and I'll be freaking out that clothes will be destroyed! :scared1:

Emily's top five are adorable! Are Minnie and Ariel the only characters she deems worthy of her attention? Or is she just apprehensive about the rest? Her "snubbing" of the characters in your previous TR was hilarious!

[Lady Lallie]

How cute that she wants to pick her own food! :cutie:

[DreaGirl]

We haven't done any of the Kidcot stations because I'm afraid of the Sharpie markers. I guess we'll probably have to stop this year, but B. will stay far away. :)

Em's list is so cute! I agree, I love picking my own food. ;)

Can't believe how grown up the kids look on that ride!!!

[cjackearl]

I was sure I had already posted about the other picture.:confused3 Hmm..anyway, I can't believe how much Luke looks like Emily.

My girls really liked the Kidcot stops last trip. They seemed to appreciate sitting down, out of the heat and excitement and just coloring. We stopped at all of the countries and ended up with a nice keepsake.

[FairyGodmotherJen]

My kids loved Kidcot last year, too (DD still has the mask hanging from her bulletin board) but I TOTALLY agree - WHY SHARPIE????? I kept telling DH last fall that Disney had to be losing it! To their credi, the only messes we really had were on their figers (at least that washes off in time....). :rotfl2:

Cute top 5s! If I ever get aroind to scrapbooking last fall's trip, I want to include these for my kiddos.

[IluvXU]

Well... with one hour left here is what we are looking forward to today (we will be there in 49 days- seven weeks, but hey who is counting:rotfl2:)

Living with the Land. Personally once a trip is enough, but seemingly my children ride it multiple times while I get my Soarin' fix!

[IluvXU]

We use a Sharpie Click for autographs as well, and Connor has managed to get it on at least one shirt every trip -- I think he must wave them around while waiting for the characters, and he always seems to be seated next to his father who isn't paying attention. :rolleyes:

I have a dad like that too, perhaps because he does not do laundry he does not worry about stains and stuff...

A VERY cute list! And she seems right on target! She has her priorities :goodvibes

Go Barnstormer!

She does like Dumbo... and wants to ride it as much as possible.... luckily we hit it early and she remains happy!

I love that Em is looking forward to picking her own food this year!

I thought she was going to name some yummo snack... as her favorite, but like her sister she thinks the castle :cloud9:

A girl after my own heart! I have to admit... I look forward to Dumbo and Small World on every trip.

Those are awesome pics from the World Showcase! Great angles amd colors!


Small World was my big ride my first trip... my mom says my aunt took me on it a zillion times... so I have always loved it. I know my multiple rides per trip will come to an end as the girls grow out of it....:confused:

That is so adorable!!

And I hear ya on the Sharpie situation... Danger Ahead!! :eek:


Kathy


Sharpies are not kid friendly!

Do they ever pay attention!?!:confused3


No they have their own agendas.... and accuse us of having them.

I'm with Emily!!! I love picking out my own food!! ;)

I think she maybe meant her next thing on the list was a food place, but who knows....

I hope this changes before we take little ones to Disney. I can see the scene now, DH will say, "It's fine!" and I'll be freaking out that clothes will be destroyed! :scared1:

Emily's top five are adorable! Are Minnie and Ariel the only characters she deems worthy of her attention? Or is she just apprehensive about the rest? Her "snubbing" of the characters in your previous TR was hilarious!

She mentioned Minnie first.... I think that the 'stuffed" characters are still a thing she is not sure of, but Minnie is okay since she is a girl (that matters to her at the moment). But she always loves Ariel.... really all the Princesses, again this could be interesting!


How cute that she wants to pick her own food! :cutie:

Right now her favorite snack is carrots and ranch dip..... I forsee this side a lot in WDW!

We haven't done any of the Kidcot stations because I'm afraid of the Sharpie markers. I guess we'll probably have to stop this year, but B. will stay far away. :)

Em's list is so cute! I agree, I love picking my own food. ;)


Can't believe how grown up the kids look on that ride!!!

I am so tempted to supply my own markers... and there will be no markers for Luke (probably ever--- he is a messy boy!)

I was sure I had already posted about the other picture.:confused3 Hmm..anyway, I can't believe how much Luke looks like Emily.

My girls really liked the Kidcot stops last trip. They seemed to appreciate sitting down, out of the heat and excitement and just coloring. We stopped at all of the countries and ended up with a nice keepsake.

He is a little Emily but has a different smile!

My kids loved Kidcot last year, too (DD still has the mask hanging from her bulletin board) but I TOTALLY agree - WHY SHARPIE????? I kept telling DH last fall that Disney had to be losing it! To their credi, the only messes we really had were on their figers (at least that washes off in time....). :rotfl2:

Cute top 5s! If I ever get aroind to scrapbooking last fall's trip, I want to include these for my kiddos.

I think I will try to get an idea of their new trip top five and scrapbook that... probably in ten years because I am behind again ...... way behind...

[Charleston Princess]

Hurray for seven weeks!!! You really are right behind us as far as days!!! :banana:

[DreaGirl]

:banana:7 Weeks!!! :banana:

I like Living with Land, once a trip is fine with me too. I am determined to ride Soarin' this year so DH better get ready for multiple rides with the kids. ;)

[MeMom]

Yay for seven weeks! That's not very many.

Yay for Living with the Land, too. Where else can your kids see a nine pound lemon?

And of course I have to throw in a YAY for Soarin', since you mentioned my ride.
You did know I am personally responsible for that ride, right, and that I am just gracious enough to loan it to people when I'm not down there???

I love the list. It's nice to see someone put Small World on the Top Five! Most grown-ups put it on their Top Five hate list, but I love it!

Good job, Em! Enjoy picking out your own food, too. I know you and Hannah and Luke are getting so excited. Some friends of mine were down there last week, and they said they heard Mickey ::MickeyMo and Minnie ::MinnieMo say they are very excited about seeing you guys again, too!!!

[KathyRN137]

Hey... seven weeks is a whole lot better than seven months!! ::yes::


Kathy

[Lady Lallie]

Yayayaya for 7 Weeks!! :thumbsup2

I adore Living with the Land, it reminds me of riding it with parents when I was younger.

[lmillercrew]

Seven weeks is right around the corner!!

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to SPLASH MOUNTAIN! It is my #1 as well as Hannah! Have a zippity do dah day everyone!

[tinkgurl]

Ahh. Splash Mountain is going to feel good in the summer heat! :)

[Charleston Princess]

Splash Mountain -- my laughin' place for sure!!!

[Lady Lallie]

I really want to go on Splash Mountain....I hope I can be brave. I am such a wimp! :lmao:

[AlohaAnnie]

I really want to go on Splash Mountain....I hope I can be brave. I am such a wimp! :lmao:

Me TOO! ;)

[wigdoutdismom]

Splash Mountain is sooo much fun, but I hate getting my hair wet........What do you think, a rain bonnet maybe?

[Happydog]

Yay for Splash!!!! :yay:

[IluvXU]

Hurray for seven weeks!!! You really are right behind us as far as days!!! :banana:

I still have 30 school days- yikes!

:banana:7 Weeks!!! :banana:

I like Living with Land, once a trip is fine with me too. I am determined to ride Soarin' this year so DH better get ready for multiple rides with the kids. ;)

I want at least two Soarin' rides, front row please.... I do think I would wait too, it is better!

Yay for seven weeks! That's not very many.

Yay for Living with the Land, too. Where else can your kids see a nine pound lemon?

And of course I have to throw in a YAY for Soarin', since you mentioned my ride.
You did know I am personally responsible for that ride, right, and that I am just gracious enough to loan it to people when I'm not down there???



I love the list. It's nice to see someone put Small World on the Top Five! Most grown-ups put it on their Top Five hate list, but I love it!

Good job, Em! Enjoy picking out your own food, too. I know you and Hannah and Luke are getting so excited. Some friends of mine were down there last week, and they said they heard Mickey ::MickeyMo and Minnie ::MinnieMo say they are very excited about seeing you guys again, too!!!

Thanks for loaning Soarin' to me MeMom... it is the ride my mom talks about the most from our trip 4 years ago!

Hey... seven weeks is a whole lot better than seven months!! ::yes::


Kathy


I totally agree...

Yayayaya for 7 Weeks!! :thumbsup2

I adore Living with the Land, it reminds me of riding it with parents when I was younger.

I remember riding it too, I wish they had people on the boats giving the tours still!

Seven weeks is right around the corner!!

One month goes quick....I feel already we are getting busy with stuff since evenings are spent outside and indoor time is less..

Ahh. Splash Mountain is going to feel good in the summer heat! :)

I cannot wait...

Splash Mountain -- my laughin' place for sure!!!

I love to listen to the ride music...

I really want to go on Splash Mountain....I hope I can be brave. I am such a wimp! :lmao:

Be Brave!

Me TOO! ;)

You can do it!


Splash Mountain is sooo much fun, but I hate getting my hair wet........What do you think, a rain bonnet maybe?


I try to hit it once we have some pics done too... although my hair is yikes!

Yay for Splash!!!! :yay:

Always a good one!

[KathyRN137]

As long as ponchos are involved, Splash is awesome!!! :thumbsup2


Kathy

[mylag1rl]

Love Splash Mountain it is one of my all time favorites, too.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to ....

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http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0165.jpg

The Magic Carpets! ... it amazes me how much they both changed in ten months!

[dddisrunner]

Yay for Splash Mountain and Magic Carpets!!!!!!!!:goodvibes I wonder if they still have the soaking factor dialed up like last year!!:confused3

[Lady Lallie]

Yay for Magic Carpets. I have never been but it's on my list for this trip since I enjoyed Dumbo so very much!

[DreaGirl]

We love these! Usually no wait and so fun to move up/down!

They have changed so much!

[tinkgurl]

The Magic Carpets! Sis always has to steer and she tries to make it so we get spit on by the camel EVERY TIME!

[Charleston Princess]

Watch out for those camels -- they spit! :lmao: Which might be a welcome thing in the middle of June!

[IluvXU]

As long as ponchos are involved, Splash is awesome!!! :thumbsup2


Kathy

In the summer I can do no ponchos... I did freeze one Dec on that though... there was no line and just my father and law and I rode... I do love it though!

Love Splash Mountain it is one of my all time favorites, too.

It remains number one for me...

Yay for Splash Mountain and Magic Carpets!!!!!!!!:goodvibes I wonder if they still have the soaking factor dialed up like last year!!:confused3

Remember... I wouldn't know:confused3

Yay for Magic Carpets. I have never been but it's on my list for this trip since I enjoyed Dumbo so very much!

Hope you enjoy!

We love these! Usually no wait and so fun to move up/down!

They have changed so much!

I am a bit worried they will think Luke should sit in back with them... luckily we might divide up with the grandparents...

The Magic Carpets! Sis always has to steer and she tries to make it so we get spit on by the camel EVERY TIME!

My girls try to get us wet...

Watch out for those camels -- they spit! :lmao: Which might be a welcome thing in the middle of June!

Any water wetness is welcome!

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to ....


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Character Connection! We have had lots of fun seeing Mickey and Friends there , especially last year.

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This is one of my favorite pics too from Character Connection:

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[IluvXU]

So tonight I was running errands and picked up a few trip items:

Click Sharpies for Autograph books (clearance at Michael's)
Disney scrapbook goodies (clearance at Michael's)
Ribbon to mark our strollers

We were supposed to be at Hannah's first softball game-- but it was rained out, but we are having a cookout/Derby Party with friends tomorrow night, so I got a jump start on groceries and stuff tonight.


Next post: DHS

[DreaGirl]

I remember that pic from last year. Such a great one!!

I have to get to Michaels! Good stuff!

[ladybugmom]

What sweet pictures!! Where is that Character Spot in Epcot?!

[IluvXU]

Sunday, June 21st
Hollywood Studios:

This will be the last park we hit, and our fourth day of touring. We do not have any ADRs this day, so we can really see how we are doing and go with the flow.... as much as I can stand it. This is also Father's Day, and probably my dad's favorite park! For Hannah though she could skip it, so I hope to change her feelings about it by the end. She did not ride any ride last time we visited, so she is somewhat disappointed. We will not be seeing Fantasmic this night (not showing), and the park is only open until 8.


Here is what I would like to accomplish:

Toy Story Midway Mania- I have heard so many great things. I hope we can ride it a few times this trip. Any suggestions about a baby riding this?

Voyage of the Little Mermaid- Ariel and Air conditioning- always great!

Rock'n Roller Coaster- My dad rode this last trip, but I have a feeling it will be DH and I, which will be fun since we rarely get to ride big rides together!

Tower of Terror- I sure hope Hannah rides this with me, I think she would like it, especially since she is not scared of the Haunted Mansion.

Fantasmic- we have the dinner package for a day later this trip. I want to see it, and think the kids, sans Luke would enjoy.

Beauty and The Beast- my girls would like it, Hannah enjoyed it last trip.

Playhouse Disney- Hannah is a bit big, but Emily will love it!

Muppet Vision 3-D- we would like to try!

The Great Movie Ride- my dad loves this. Not sure if the girls will be game, but some of us will have to do it.

I think we will eat lunch at The Backlot Express- we had a great experience there last trip!

I would love to see Socerer Mickey and other characters too. We also will probably search for Daisy again, seemingly she is out at HS, and rarely anywhere else!

Here are some pictures from previous visits:

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http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2194.jpg
The above picture of Em just looks so much like Luke

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/6-10-05MGM-Illuminations1.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/6-10-05MGM-Illuminations2.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/6-10-05MGM-TowerofTerror.jpg

My touring thoughts for this day are that we will probably stay a tad later, and not return to a park that evening. Perhaps DTD or just relax at the hotel. We will for sure be back for Fantasmic later in the trip, and might have a second morning if we chose....

[KathyRN137]

Ribbon to mark our strollers


Great idea! :thumbsup2

Kathy

[wigdoutdismom]

Oh my gosh, that picture of Em does look just like Luke!
Your DHS day looks fun filled. I hope you get to do it all!:goodvibes

[MegansMom]

Just popping on to say "hi!" Trying to catch up, but I am so behind on everyone's threads!!! Enjoy your weekend!

[MeMom]

Thanks for the Hollywood Studios pictures and thoughts this morning.
I'm Dising as it is storming, so I'm feeling very Tower of Terrorish right now anyway!

Sounds like a great day! I can smell the turkey legs now! :goodvibes

We love it when we are able to add a little Disney shopping into our errands. It makes the trip feel closer, closer, closer!

[Charleston Princess]

I just love last year's picture with all of the characters.

Your plans for DHS look great -- I think you will find that Luke can just sit in someone's lap during the ride.

Have fun at your Derby party today -- that sounds like fun!

[moparop]

If your kiddos like The Incredibles or Toy Story, DHS has some cool Meet n Greets for those characters. I bet Up crew will be in the Animation building this year too!

Muppets 3D has always been a favorite of mine, so we've taken the kids to see it. They've really enjoyed it! They also really liked Toy Story Mania!

[dddisrunner]

Love the Character Spot, GREAT picture! As for DHS, that is the day we will be there together!:thumbsup2 I sure hope we run into one another!:goodvibes As for TSM, I though I read somewhere that you couldn't bring a lap sitting child on the ride because of the way the safety bar rests? I am not 100%on this though. I think I read it on a TGM forum!! Your DHS plans look very similar to ours!:goodvibes

[Lady Lallie]

That is the best picture from Character Connection! :thumbsup2

I think your plans for DHS are really good, I bet Hannah will like DHS a little bit better too. :thumbsup2

[Me&3]

What cute pics. Your trip will be coming around the corner before you know it:cool1:. We are going up today for the FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL:flower3: It's just a quick trip we will be back on Monday. It's one of our quick fixes:rotfl2:. Even though we just had one for the day during spring break. Thank God it's Almost Summer:banana::goodvibes

[cjackearl]

The picture of your family with Donald and Daisy is great! You have some of the same to dos at DHS as we do. Can't wait to try TSM.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to ....

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http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_1862.jpg

getting autographs with friends, both old and new

We once again will be getting a new book for our autographs and pictures. WE will have to see who makes the "cut" for the book this year. Just because it is signed doesn't mean it gets a slot for a picture in my girls world. Also I have a feeling one book might be interesting....

Some of the people we have not gotten before that we are looking forward to are: (from Hannah's quick thoughts today)

Tinkerbell
The Incredibles
Mulan
Aladdin
Captain Hook
Pinnochio
Lilio and Stitch

and just maybe we will meet some of the "boy" characters- Cars, Buzz and Woody....

[shannon47142]

what fun--and this year you'll have 3 cute faces with the characters:goodvibes

[Charleston Princess]

Are the girls going to help choose the photos for Luke's book, or is that going to be Mommy's project? ;)

[IluvXU]

I remember that pic from last year. Such a great one!!

I have to get to Michaels! Good stuff!

I was looking at my goodies today... too bad I am way way behind again, I think I will just pull it all out again come summer and play catch up.

What sweet pictures!! Where is that Character Spot in Epcot?!

Glad the PM helped! Can't wait to see all your pics, you are headed to WDW sooooo soon!

Great idea! :thumbsup2

Kathy

I forgot last trip, so I better not this time.

Oh my gosh, that picture of Em does look just like Luke!
Your DHS day looks fun filled. I hope you get to do it all!:goodvibes

If we can't we can go back on our "open" day --- keep in mind I have it planned already in my mind.

Just popping on to say "hi!" Trying to catch up, but I am so behind on everyone's threads!!! Enjoy your weekend!

We went to Kings this morning... another fantastic weather weekend!

Thanks for the Hollywood Studios pictures and thoughts this morning.
I'm Dising as it is storming, so I'm feeling very Tower of Terrorish right now anyway!

Sounds like a great day! I can smell the turkey legs now! :goodvibes

We love it when we are able to add a little Disney shopping into our errands. It makes the trip feel closer, closer, closer!

I need to get one Walmart trip soon, with packing list in hand and knock some purchases off.... I wish I could have sent our weather your way, the forecasters were wrong again, we were supposed to have terrible weather, but had another beautiful day!

I just love last year's picture with all of the characters.

Your plans for DHS look great -- I think you will find that Luke can just sit in someone's lap during the ride.

Have fun at your Derby party today -- that sounds like fun!

The Derby Party was fun... we all had our horses, and Luke was the winner (although he did not get a prize, but the rest of the kids did.... I guess he has bragging rights)


If your kiddos like The Incredibles or Toy Story, DHS has some cool Meet n Greets for those characters. I bet Up crew will be in the Animation building this year too!

Muppets 3D has always been a favorite of mine, so we've taken the kids to see it. They've really enjoyed it! They also really liked Toy Story Mania!

I want to see Up, I hope we can fit it in before WDW!

Love the Character Spot, GREAT picture! As for DHS, that is the day we will be there together!:thumbsup2 I sure hope we run into one another!:goodvibes As for TSM, I though I read somewhere that you couldn't bring a lap sitting child on the ride because of the way the safety bar rests? I am not 100%on this though. I think I read it on a TGM forum!! Your DHS plans look very similar to ours!:goodvibes

I read that too Diane, I need to do some more research. He can sit up, and could sit beside me perhaps? Or I can keep him off, but I think he can ride. I hope we see you all too!


That is the best picture from Character Connection! :thumbsup2

I think your plans for DHS are really good, I bet Hannah will like DHS a little bit better too. :thumbsup2

I hope DHS moves to at least a park they will go to, and enjoy! I doubt it will be the #1 park, and that is okay!

What cute pics. Your trip will be coming around the corner before you know it:cool1:. We are going up today for the FLOWER AND GARDEN FESTIVAL:flower3: It's just a quick trip we will be back on Monday. It's one of our quick fixes:rotfl2:. Even though we just had one for the day during spring break. Thank God it's Almost Summer:banana::goodvibes

Flower and Garden... sounds so fun! Hope it was a great day!

The picture of your family with Donald and Daisy is great! You have some of the same to dos at DHS as we do. Can't wait to try TSM.

I cannot wait for TSM too!

[IluvXU]

what fun--and this year you'll have 3 cute faces with the characters:goodvibes


I sure hope Luke tolerates the characters, perhaps a smile or two???

Are the girls going to help choose the photos for Luke's book, or is that going to be Mommy's project? ;)

I would like to get some new friends in the book. I might actually make a special boy book for Luke's character pics....who knows!

[wigdoutdismom]

How sweet that Hanna is thinking of "boy characters" I love it!

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to Kali River Rapids. Emily should measure 38 easily, so she can ride with us. Someone will have to stay with Luke, but it will be fun to have Emily with us on a big ride!

[Happydog]

I have never been to the Character spot -- it seems like a good place for photos?!! :thumbsup2 Very cute family picture! I just realized that we are at DHS on the same Sunday as you! We chose that day, b/c there isn't anything special happening on that day -- hoping for a less crowded crowd :laughing: I am thinking along the same lines .. not rushing. Your plans seem great. You were lucky to have the weather work out this weekend! We still have time to get our shopping done!!! ;) Don't ya love Michael's ?!? :)

[Happydog]

Today we are looking forward to Kali River Rapids. Emily should measure 38 easily, so she can ride with us. Someone will have to stay with Luke, but it will be fun to have Emily with us on a big ride!

Oh yes! She will certainly like this one! We had a great time this past Nov with DS6 and 3.. DS3 was just 40, so he made this no problem. He really enjoyed it! :thumbsup2

[IluvXU]

How sweet that Hanna is thinking of "boy characters" I love it!

but will she spend time meeting them? who knows, but I will say Hannah is Luke's #1 fan!

I have never been to the Character spot -- it seems like a good place for photos?!! :thumbsup2 Very cute family picture! I just realized that we are at DHS on the same Sunday as you! We chose that day, b/c there isn't anything special happening on that day -- hoping for a less crowded crowd :laughing: I am thinking along the same lines .. not rushing. Your plans seem great. You were lucky to have the weather work out this weekend! We still have time to get our shopping done!!! ;) Don't ya love Michael's ?!? :)

I love the character spot at Epcot, and hope that HS is not too crazy that day since there is no Fantasmic, or Extra hours....

Oh yes! She will certainly like this one! We had a great time this past Nov with DS6 and 3.. DS3 was just 40, so he made this no problem. He really enjoyed it! :thumbsup2

Glad to hear it was a hit, I think she will love it!

[FairyGodmotherJen]

I can tell you that my little guy rode on my lap pn TSM back in Sept. when he was almost five months old, and it was fine. I did have to stop shooting when I thought we might be moving soon, though, to brace him on either side with my arms. By the second time through (we went first thing, then went back to get fast passes), he was over it. I'm thinking that next year, though, when he's two (:scared1: seriously????) he'll be fighting me for a seat so that he can shoot!

Oh, I think you'll be fine at DHS. I take it your girls aren't into Playhouse Disney if Hannah isn't all that excited? Even my DD (7 on our last trip) still enjoyed the Playhouse Disney show. TSM might change her mind on the park. DHS is a must-do for us due to the Cars/Toy Story characters. Eventually, though, I'm actually going to get to ride the Rock N' Rollercoaster (the kids will be WAAAAYYY outnumbered by adults next trip, so I don't think it'll be an issue).

[Charleston Princess]

We love Kali River Rapids! If only it were a little bit longer...

[IluvXU]

Monday, June 22nd

At this point we will have visited all four parks, so now we will start returning to catch what we want to see again. Monday and Tuesday I feel that I can be flexible and change as we need to, based on crowds, kids, parents and grandparents.....

Our only must do is dinner- LeCellier! I cannot wait for this meal again. DH really loved it and wanted to get there again. On the Dining Plan it is a good meal to have, plus I know that my parents will enjoy it! Hope the kids have fun too, most of the meals we have ADRs for are ones for them... this is for the adults!


Making rope drop will probably happen, as it will most days because to be honest we are up. My parents will be up and even when we try to sleep in we are up, even after busy WDW days. So for the morning, I think we will go to MK. We will try to plug in some of the favorites this morning, and things we missed on Saturday. No big lunch plans, probably have it at MK and then head back for some rest/naps/swim.

Since we are headed to EPCOT that night, we might try to hit some favorites again before/after dinner. Our dinner is early that night, so we will see.

Another possible thing is we could go to MK after dinner if we want, it is open late so we could enjoy the night there. If we end up having a late night, Tuesday is open until our ADR for Fantasmic Dinner package that night, so we could rest up that morning.


CRAZY BUSY ME... We have ADRs for Crystal Palace for breakfast!


Have a great week everyone! We had another nice weekend weather wise, which the forecasters did not predict, so no complaints here. I hope we have time to get our flowers planted and that spring temps are here to stay!

[wigdoutdismom]

You are a night owl! Your plans and logic are great, you all are going to have a wonderful time!

[Charleston Princess]

Your plans really do look great -- aren't having the park hoppers convenient?

[dddisrunner]

I love looking at your autograph pictures with all the princesses! I think they are precious!! Mulaan is always in China in the World Showcase, we see her many times every trip!! I hope we get to ride Kali River Rapids many times too, Eric has never been on, I bet it will feel great in the June heat! Having the park hoppers will be great for you to accomplish everything you want to see!:goodvibes

[Lady Lallie]

Yours plans so great. I love having those days that are a little more flexible so you can choose things on the fly if you want. :thumbsup2

[KathyRN137]

I'm glad you had a nice weekend; we had rain, rain, and more rain! :umbrella:

I love the idea of having a "freebie" day that you can use to catch up on anything you may have missed earlier, no matter how hard you try not to.

June is not that far away!! :yay:


Kathy

[IluvXU]

Today we are excited for the....

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0146.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_2296.jpg

I am even a little extra excited since I sat them out last year!

[bertegirl]

The lanyard was 3.95 with free shipping on ebay. It was a buy it now...so no bidding. I bought it Friday and it came today. The lady was fast and so nice. She emailed to make sure we got it this morning.

[MeMom]

Today we are excited for the....

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0146.jpg


I am even a little extra excited since I sat them out last year!

That picture is adorable!

I haven't done the teacups in a while either. I guess I should try to do them again this summer. I would love to luck up and catch Alice and the Madhatter riding them, too!

[tinkgurl]

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0146.jpg

Oh my gosh, I LOVE this picture. That would be a great Father's Day present in a home-made picture frame from the girls!

[Happydog]

The Tea Cups! How fun. What cute photos of Daddy and his girls. Very nice! I love the mouse who pops up out of the pot :goodvibes

Makes good sense to have TBA days! Good idea, makes you feel you can always get to do/see something the next day if it doesn't work out on your original day... :thumbsup2

[Charleston Princess]

My mom still tells stories about how I would beg to go on the tea cups when I was little, little. I am still begging to go on the tea cups -- there is something so fun about sitting in a tea cup, spinning, and watching for the Dormouse to pop out of the teapot. :laughing:

[wigdoutdismom]

Wait a minute! The Dormouse pops out of the teapot?!? Why don't I know this?

[Charleston Princess]

Wait a minute! The Dormouse pops out of the teapot?!? Why don't I know this?

Right in the center -- now you will have to look for it! :thumbsup2

[IluvXU]

I can tell you that my little guy rode on my lap pn TSM back in Sept. when he was almost five months old, and it was fine. I did have to stop shooting when I thought we might be moving soon, though, to brace him on either side with my arms. By the second time through (we went first thing, then went back to get fast passes), he was over it. I'm thinking that next year, though, when he's two (:scared1: seriously????) he'll be fighting me for a seat so that he can shoot!

Oh, I think you'll be fine at DHS. I take it your girls aren't into Playhouse Disney if Hannah isn't all that excited? Even my DD (7 on our last trip) still enjoyed the Playhouse Disney show. TSM might change her mind on the park. DHS is a must-do for us due to the Cars/Toy Story characters. Eventually, though, I'm actually going to get to ride the Rock N' Rollercoaster (the kids will be WAAAAYYY outnumbered by adults next trip, so I don't think it'll be an issue).


Thanks for the infant TSM info. The girls do like Playhouse Disney, and we will see it but I think Emily will be far more excited than Hannah.

We love Kali River Rapids! If only it were a little bit longer...


So true!

You are a night owl! Your plans and logic are great, you all are going to have a wonderful time!

I am a night owl.... and unfortunately my children seemingly require little sleep either and like the night!

Your plans really do look great -- aren't having the park hoppers convenient?

I am totally thrilled about the hoppers!

I love looking at your autograph pictures with all the princesses! I think they are precious!! Mulaan is always in China in the World Showcase, we see her many times every trip!! I hope we get to ride Kali River Rapids many times too, Eric has never been on, I bet it will feel great in the June heat! Having the park hoppers will be great for you to accomplish everything you want to see!:goodvibes

We missed Mulan last year, checked twice and all... hopefully better luck this year! Yea to Kali in the heat!


Yours plans so great. I love having those days that are a little more flexible so you can choose things on the fly if you want. :thumbsup2

It just keeps coming back to me we have seven park days.... we should have time!

I'm glad you had a nice weekend; we had rain, rain, and more rain! :umbrella:

I love the idea of having a "freebie" day that you can use to catch up on anything you may have missed earlier, no matter how hard you try not to.

June is not that far away!! :yay:


Kathy

The freebie is fun to strategize! We just can go with the flow!

The lanyard was 3.95 with free shipping on ebay. It was a buy it now...so no bidding. I bought it Friday and it came today. The lady was fast and so nice. She emailed to make sure we got it this morning.

That is a deal....

That picture is adorable!

I haven't done the teacups in a while either. I guess I should try to do them again this summer. I would love to luck up and catch Alice and the Madhatter riding them, too!

That would be so fun to be on the same time as them!

Oh my gosh, I LOVE this picture. That would be a great Father's Day present in a home-made picture frame from the girls!

Thanks! Em looks so hot there!

The Tea Cups! How fun. What cute photos of Daddy and his girls. Very nice! I love the mouse who pops up out of the pot :goodvibes

Makes good sense to have TBA days! Good idea, makes you feel you can always get to do/see something the next day if it doesn't work out on your original day... :thumbsup2

I think with a baby you need some TBA time!

My mom still tells stories about how I would beg to go on the tea cups when I was little, little. I am still begging to go on the tea cups -- there is something so fun about sitting in a tea cup, spinning, and watching for the Dormouse to pop out of the teapot. :laughing:


I totally agree... I am sad for those who don't like to spin!

Wait a minute! The Dormouse pops out of the teapot?!? Why don't I know this?

It is cute to watch.. even my girls know about this!


Right in the center -- now you will have to look for it! :thumbsup2

For sure!

[wigdoutdismom]

Right in the center -- now you will have to look for it! :thumbsup2

That means I'll have to open my eyes..........:lmao:

[IluvXU]

Today we are 42 days from WDW, so six weeks! Today is one of our favorite things we are looking forward to:

Meeting Tinkerbell and the other Fairies:lovestruc:lovestruc:lovestruc

We have watched Tinkerbelle many times, had a Pirate and Fairy birthday party and well we just love Tink! Hopefully we can avoid waiting tooooo long by visiting first thing, and we will try to do this MK Day #1!

[Charleston Princess]

I imagine meeting Tink is going to be the highlight of many trips this summer! :goodvibes

[IluvXU]

I also made a trip purchase today... a clip on battery operated fan for Luke. I will hopefully attach it to his stroller and it will help him get a bit of a breeze. I plan to test it out... and if it is a bust return it!

[Happydog]

Alas, with boys we get no tinkerbell time !:laughing: I am sure your DD's will love it though -- that Pixie's Hollow looks so neat for photos and autographs! That is where she is, right?

Yay for Luke's fan! I am sure he will appreciate it. Mine would try to fly it!

[Lady Lallie]

I am sure your girls are excited, because I am super excited. :rotfl: I really can't wait, I am going to be like a little kid in line. :lmao: I have a Rosetta jibbitz for my crocs that lights up! :eek:

I never commented on yesterdays....I don't do teacups. I think I'm the 1% of the population who never liked them, even as a child. :rolleyes1

[dddisrunner]

Yay for Tink!!!:cool1: I have seen alot of those fans for the strollers around WDW, I sure hope yours works well!!:goodvibes

[KathyRN137]

We may make a stop at Pixie Hollow ourselves! Can't wait to see all your pix!

Kathy

[DreaGirl]

Today we are 42 days from WDW, so six weeks! Today is one of our favorite things we are looking forward to:

Meeting Tinkerbell and the other Fairies:lovestruc:lovestruc:lovestruc

We have watched Tinkerbelle many times, had a Pirate and Fairy birthday party and well we just love Tink! Hopefully we can avoid waiting tooooo long by visiting first thing, and we will try to do this MK Day #1!

We are also looking forward to this! Tink is big around here! Have you read any tips about it?

[IluvXU]

I imagine meeting Tink is going to be the highlight of many trips this summer! :goodvibes


I sure hope we meet her without spending a day in line!

Alas, with boys we get no tinkerbell time !:laughing: I am sure your DD's will love it though -- that Pixie's Hollow looks so neat for photos and autographs! That is where she is, right?

Yay for Luke's fan! I am sure he will appreciate it. Mine would try to fly it!

The pics do look awesome. My sister in law and nieces still talk about how great the fairies were!

I hope to try the fan out this week to see how it works...

I am sure your girls are excited, because I am super excited. :rotfl: I really can't wait, I am going to be like a little kid in line. :lmao: I have a Rosetta jibbitz for my crocs that lights up! :eek:

I never commented on yesterdays....I don't do teacups. I think I'm the 1% of the population who never liked them, even as a child. :rolleyes1

I think that jibbitz would be a hit on the Tinkerbell crocs they have. Plus we plan to wear our Tink dresses (we have Tink shirts but the dress is far cuter).... I cannot wait!

My mom is not a Teacup rider... nor is my best friend. They are not spin rider people. I wonder if Luke will ride it, I had not thought about that yet!

Yay for Tink!!!:cool1: I have seen alot of those fans for the strollers around WDW, I sure hope yours works well!!:goodvibes

I had seen one at Walmart online, with free ship to store, but this one was at CVS, so if it works, I will keep it. If not I will try the Walmart one.

We may make a stop at Pixie Hollow ourselves! Can't wait to see all your pix!

Kathy

I like how they have a mini-photopass card there, I just wish it would not be our third day of getting them. We might have to switch photopasses then.

We are also looking forward to this! Tink is big around here! Have you read any tips about it?


First thing when Toontown opens. I plan to "stalk" and watch while my family rides quick rides in Fantasyland. I think Ariel will be another day since she opens about the same time. I hope to ride Dumbo, Peter Pan (and FP it) and Winnie the Pooh, maybe Snow White or Tea Cups before it opens. I keep reading threads... but no fear I will let you know before your trip.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to Turtle Talk with Crush. I think Emily will like it a lot more this trip. Hannah likes it already! Another attraction my parents have not seen either makes it a must do for us!

Happy Wednesday everyone! We hit the 30s tomorrow on our calendar:cool1:

[Lady Lallie]

Today we are looking forward to Turtle Talk with Crush. I think Emily will like it a lot more this trip. Hannah likes it already! Another attraction my parents have not seen either makes it a must do for us!

Happy Wednesday everyone! We hit the 30s tomorrow on our calendar:cool1:

WOOO HOOO for hitting the 30's tomorrow. :banana:

I found the fairy jibbitz at surfanddirt.com They were $4 each for the light up ones. They had all of the fairies too. :thumbsup2

[DreaGirl]

First thing when Toontown opens. I plan to "stalk" and watch while my family rides quick rides in Fantasyland. I think Ariel will be another day since she opens about the same time. I hope to ride Dumbo, Peter Pan (and FP it) and Winnie the Pooh, maybe Snow White or Tea Cups before it opens. I keep reading threads... but no fear I will let you know before your trip.

I'm counting on it!!;)

Today we are looking forward to Turtle Talk with Crush. I think Emily will like it a lot more this trip. Hannah likes it already! Another attraction my parents have not seen either makes it a must do for us!

Happy Wednesday everyone! We hit the 30s tomorrow on our calendar:cool1:

A. didn't really get it in November. I think Em and A. will both "get it" this year.

[MegansMom]

Hey Laura---finally had a chance to hop on here and get all caught up!!! Your plans look great---it will be here before you know it!! I loved the calendar idea---hope to use it with Megs next time!!! I'm looking forward to counting down the rest of the time with you!

[Charleston Princess]

Turtle Talk with Crush is another one we haven't done before -- we may have to try that out this year.

[Happydog]

Turtle Talk with Crush is another one we haven't done before -- we may have to try that out this year.

I was just thinking the same thing! Never done it and it is on our list. Sounds like it is fun! :goodvibes

[IluvXU]

WOOO HOOO for hitting the 30's tomorrow. :banana:

I found the fairy jibbitz at surfanddirt.com They were $4 each for the light up ones. They had all of the fairies too. :thumbsup2

I had some bad Disney math... we pulled off 41 today, so we are not quite to 40 yet.

I'm counting on it!!;)

A. didn't really get it in November. I think Em and A. will both "get it" this year.

I think Emily will be the one who has a fantastic WDW trip. Not that Hannah does not love it, but for Emily it will be more memorable and more her making decisions!

Hey Laura---finally had a chance to hop on here and get all caught up!!! Your plans look great---it will be here before you know it!! I loved the calendar idea---hope to use it with Megs next time!!! I'm looking forward to counting down the rest of the time with you!

Is the computer fixed? Miss you Jen!

Turtle Talk with Crush is another one we haven't done before -- we may have to try that out this year.

It is fun, it is in the AC, and it is sitting down. A good break from the walking of EPCOT IMO!

I was just thinking the same thing! Never done it and it is on our list. Sounds like it is fun! :goodvibes

We love Nemo, so the kids like it!

[cjackearl]

I was so thrilled when my girls said they were excited to meet the fairies!! I didn't know if they would care or not this year, so we'll be stalking them too!! I hadn't thought about an actual stroller fan but we hooked a misting fan to the front bar of Ian's stroller and it worked well without the misting, of course. Hope your fan works out!:thumbsup2 We're hoping to see Crush also. Sounds really funny.:)

[punkin413]

Today we are 42 days from WDW, so six weeks! Today is one of our favorite things we are looking forward to:

Meeting Tinkerbell and the other Fairies:lovestruc:lovestruc:lovestruc

We have watched Tinkerbelle many times, had a Pirate and Fairy birthday party and well we just love Tink! Hopefully we can avoid waiting tooooo long by visiting first thing, and we will try to do this MK Day #1!

i think first thing is the way to go! my suggestion is to do MK rope drop, head straight for toon town, get a spot in line and have your DH go ride pooh or peter pan or something with the girls while you stand there with luke (or vice versa). they usually open toon town at 9:45 if MK opens at 9:00. be sure he's back by the time toon town opens though because one of you will need to get in the actual line in the judge's tent while the other one puts up the stroller. the people with no stroller have a huge advantage over those that have to stop to deal with it and no one minds if you go on ahead and he catches up with you like a minute later (and if they do mind they'll get over it - it's only when like 10 people cut line that i get peeved!). i'm telling you - you get in there pretty quickly and you'll be done by 10:30. :thumbsup2

[KathyRN137]

Oh yes, by all means go see Crush!! I think your parents will love seeing the kids' reactions!!

*Try to line up as early as possible and don't listen to the CMs who will tell you that you don't need to! You want to get seats up front near the kids so you can be near them!! (Dude!)


Kathy

[MegansMom]

I have missed you so much as well! I am back----still crazy busy, but here!!!

[IluvXU]

Okay... I am losing my mind, or at least my planning mind:

1- one of the shirts I ordered through Disney was a child large- no wonder it did not fit me. (I guess I will keep it for the girls) However I love the other ones and even got a surprise one for DH.

2- I forgot that on the Monday June 22nd we have our breakfast ADR at Crystal Palace. So that means MK before it opens!:cool1: (when I say forgot I did not really remember what day until I thought about it today)

Other news....
I called Disney to see if I can get a room discount that just came out for our first two nights. Of course... the reservation system is down---- boo! I will try later to see what cash I can save or if I can save or do I switch hotels for those two nights (DH would kill me if we switched resorts....)


And for what we are looking forward to today: TriceraTop Spin

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_1868.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_1871.jpg


This was Emily's first ride at WDW, and will be Luke's too. We will head there first I bet!

[wigdoutdismom]

Oh my gosh, I love the expression on their faces! Priceless!!

[IluvXU]

I was so thrilled when my girls said they were excited to meet the fairies!! I didn't know if they would care or not this year, so we'll be stalking them too!! I hadn't thought about an actual stroller fan but we hooked a misting fan to the front bar of Ian's stroller and it worked well without the misting, of course. Hope your fan works out!:thumbsup2 We're hoping to see Crush also. Sounds really funny.:)

I think the first trip Hannah is not into princesses I will cry, partially because she is the one who loves them and Em goes along with it, so she probably will dump them too! Glad you get to see Tink... hope it is is a success for us!

i think first thing is the way to go! my suggestion is to do MK rope drop, head straight for toon town, get a spot in line and have your DH go ride pooh or peter pan or something with the girls while you stand there with luke (or vice versa). they usually open toon town at 9:45 if MK opens at 9:00. be sure he's back by the time toon town opens though because one of you will need to get in the actual line in the judge's tent while the other one puts up the stroller. the people with no stroller have a huge advantage over those that have to stop to deal with it and no one minds if you go on ahead and he catches up with you like a minute later (and if they do mind they'll get over it - it's only when like 10 people cut line that i get peeved!). i'm telling you - you get in there pretty quickly and you'll be done by 10:30. :thumbsup2


That is pretty much the plan... thanks!

Oh yes, by all means go see Crush!! I think your parents will love seeing the kids' reactions!!

*Try to line up as early as possible and don't listen to the CMs who will tell you that you don't need to! You want to get seats up front near the kids so you can be near them!! (Dude!)


Kathy


I think the best thing will be watching my parents enjoy!

I have missed you so much as well! I am back----still crazy busy, but here!!!

May is a crazy month!

[MeMom]

i think first thing is the way to go! my suggestion is to do MK rope drop, head straight for toon town, get a spot in line and have your DH go ride pooh or peter pan or something with the girls while you stand there with luke (or vice versa). they usually open toon town at 9:45 if MK opens at 9:00. be sure he's back by the time toon town opens though because one of you will need to get in the actual line in the judge's tent while the other one puts up the stroller. the people with no stroller have a huge advantage over those that have to stop to deal with it and no one minds if you go on ahead and he catches up with you like a minute later (and if they do mind they'll get over it - it's only when like 10 people cut line that i get peeved!). i'm telling you - you get in there pretty quickly and you'll be done by 10:30. :thumbsup2

Listen to the girl.
She knows her stuff! ;)




Other news....
I called Disney to see if I can get a room discount that just came out for our first two nights. Of course... the reservation system is down---- boo! I will try later to see what cash I can save or if I can save or do I switch hotels for those two nights (DH would kill me if we switched resorts....)



This was Emily's first ride at WDW, and will be Luke's too. We will head there first I bet!



We got the discount for Pop. It saved us quite a few pennies. Dollars, even.
We're pretty happy!

[cjackearl]

Such sweet pictures of your girls.:goodvibes Good luck with the room discount.

[lmillercrew]

You guys have a lot to look forward too!!! A LOT of fun is coming in less than 40 days.:woohoo:

[Charleston Princess]

I feel like I am losing my planning mind as well -- I really need school to end so I can focus on the vacation. ;)

I told you I would let you know as soon as our travel documents arrived, so you are the first to know that they arrived today. :cheer2: We are at 30 days!

[Lady Lallie]

I hope you are able to get a discount! :woohoo:

[IluvXU]

Oh my gosh, I love the expression on their faces! Priceless!!

Thanks... they were not quite sure what to expect I think...

Listen to the girl.
She knows her stuff! ;)





We got the discount for Pop. It saved us quite a few pennies. Dollars, even.
We're pretty happy!


I totally agree ... I was excited Dawn had her play by play for the Fairies to share. My sister in law concurred too!

Yea on your discount!

Such sweet pictures of your girls.:goodvibes Good luck with the room discount.

Thanks we think they can be sweet... Em is giving me a run for my money currently!

You guys have a lot to look forward too!!! A LOT of fun is coming in less than 40 days.:woohoo:

It is getting her quick. I have a crazy amount of things to do between now and then...

I feel like I am losing my planning mind as well -- I really need school to end so I can focus on the vacation. ;)

I told you I would let you know as soon as our travel documents arrived, so you are the first to know that they arrived today. :cheer2: We are at 30 days!


30 days.. it won't be long till single digits!

I hope you are able to get a discount! :woohoo:

Well.....



I called reservations again, got through, no rooms at CSR. Darn it, and to be honest it is not worth it for us to change after two nights.... to hard with the kids. So no savings for us. We could have saved about 50 dollars a night, so about 100 total. I wish we could have moved our package and then we probably would have gone back to POFQ... I am having doubts about CSR, but mind you last year I had doubts about POFQ and we loved it!

[IluvXU]

So below is my top ten favorite moments from last summer... just a read down memory lane!


10 Favorite Moments- (in no special order)

1. Arriving at WDW via Magical Express. There is nothing better than starting a WDW vacation!

2. Dole Whip- I was not sure what I would think.... but that was sure yummy. I also loved my frozen lemonade slush at EPCOT and my two ice cream chocolate chip sandwiches! It was fun eating for two at WDW!

3. Magic Kingdom Dream Fast Passes- what a great treat these passes were, I just wish I could have used some of them!

4. Emily's kiss from Snow White and her princess moments. She at two had a lot to say to the princesses. It was so fun hearing her ask them questions. I don't think they were expecting it from that little baby face!

5. The fountains- I cannot wait until Luke can get in on the action. It is those small moments of fun that make WDW so great. I am glad my girls appreciate the little fun moments just as much as the big rides and things!

6. Soarin' so glad they let pregnant women on! I love that ride!

7. Emily going down the slide at POFQ! It was so fun to watch!

8. Hannah realizing that we were indeed going to WDW... while her intial reaction stunk... she was so happy to get a trip in that she did not think would happen.

9. Character Connection picture of the gang at EPCOT- I am sure we will never get such an awesome picture again with that many characters. What a special treat!

10. Getting to go two times in less than 12 months. That was a real treat... I won't ever forget our last trip as a family of 4, a special princess trip!

[MegansMom]

Your memories brought your TR from last year all rushing back.....what a good trip!!! BUT HEY, aren't they all!

Sorry about the discount, but I agree about the switching....such a pain in the neck!

I hope I am not wrong, but I do think you will like CSR overall---especially the buses!!! But each resort is different, so who knows!!! I just hope you get your requests!!!

[Charleston Princess]

Ahhh, I love your favorite memories list! Your trip last year was so much fun! I remember laughing so hard at Em's comments and questions to the princesses! Was it Belle that she asked where the Beast was?

[dddisrunner]

So below is my top ten favorite moments from last summer... just a read down memory lane!


10 Favorite Moments- (in no special order)

1. Arriving at WDW via Magical Express. There is nothing better than starting a WDW vacation!

2. Dole Whip- I was not sure what I would think.... but that was sure yummy. I also loved my frozen lemonade slush at EPCOT and my two ice cream chocolate chip sandwiches! It was fun eating for two at WDW!

3. Magic Kingdom Dream Fast Passes- what a great treat these passes were, I just wish I could have used some of them!

4. Emily's kiss from Snow White and her princess moments. She at two had a lot to say to the princesses. It was so fun hearing her ask them questions. I don't think they were expecting it from that little baby face!

5. The fountains- I cannot wait until Luke can get in on the action. It is those small moments of fun that make WDW so great. I am glad my girls appreciate the little fun moments just as much as the big rides and things!

6. Soarin' so glad they let pregnant women on! I love that ride!

7. Emily going down the slide at POFQ! It was so fun to watch!

8. Hannah realizing that we were indeed going to WDW... while her intial reaction stunk... she was so happy to get a trip in that she did not think would happen.

9. Character Connection picture of the gang at EPCOT- I am sure we will never get such an awesome picture again with that many characters. What a special treat!

10. Getting to go two times in less than 12 months. That was a real treat... I won't ever forget our last trip as a family of 4, a special princess trip!

What a great list! I had forgotten that you were surprising Hannah! Also, I will never forget smiling ear to ear when reading about Emily's Snow White kiss!!:goodvibes

[Lady Lallie]

What wonderful memories from your last trip! :goodvibes

What a bummer about not being able to get the discount on your rooms.

[MeMom]

Ahhh, I love your favorite memories list! Your trip last year was so much fun! I remember laughing so hard at Em's comments and questions to the princesses! Was it Belle that she asked where the Beast was?

Brooklynn did this same thing. She walked straight up to Belle and immediately said, "Whea Beas?" in her baby talk, with her little hands up in the questioning position.


Love the Top Ten list. You'll have a whole new list very soon. I'm looking forward to seeing how it changes now that Luke is added into the mix.

And if you get another Number 9, I'm going to start vacationing with you!!!

[mylag1rl]

Still enoying the daily upates ... loved the top 10 memories from your last trip. Starting the trip with ME really does beat the old shuttle/taxi service. The character connection family pic experience was awesome I remember it from you last TR.:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0370-1.jpg

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0371.jpg

Miyuki in Japan! Last year Hannah and I visited and got our own piece of candy (which lasted ten minutes because mom let it fall off the stroller)

I would like to experience more of EPCOT's entertainment this trip!

[DreaGirl]

I remember those pics. We saw her last year but the crowd was so big we didn't stay. Maybe this year. :)

[Lady Lallie]

I really want to see her! It's amazing what she can do. I remember that story about the candy dropping last year, so sad.

[IluvXU]

Your memories brought your TR from last year all rushing back.....what a good trip!!! BUT HEY, aren't they all!

Sorry about the discount, but I agree about the switching....such a pain in the neck!

I hope I am not wrong, but I do think you will like CSR overall---especially the buses!!! But each resort is different, so who knows!!! I just hope you get your requests!!!

I always worry about resorts... I am a creature of habit, not a fan of change. Therefore I like to stay where I know... however every trip at WDW I have enjoyed the resort we were at, value through deluxe.

Ahhh, I love your favorite memories list! Your trip last year was so much fun! I remember laughing so hard at Em's comments and questions to the princesses! Was it Belle that she asked where the Beast was?


Belle had questions, Snow White (where are the dwarfs), Ariel (where is Flounder and Sebastian?) , Sleeping Beauty(where are the fairies?) ... she was quite the wonderer. I will be really interested to watch her interact this year since she still is one that has great lines!

What a great list! I had forgotten that you were surprising Hannah! Also, I will never forget smiling ear to ear when reading about Emily's Snow White kiss!!:goodvibes

It is the little moments like the kiss that I love at WDW!

What wonderful memories from your last trip! :goodvibes

What a bummer about not being able to get the discount on your rooms.

I am okay with it, I just can't risk moving rooms and having to wait for my things with an infant in case we need to go back and rest and our stuff it is still in transit!

Brooklynn did this same thing. She walked straight up to Belle and immediately said, "Whea Beas?" in her baby talk, with her little hands up in the questioning position.


Love the Top Ten list. You'll have a whole new list very soon. I'm looking forward to seeing how it changes now that Luke is added into the mix.

And if you get another Number 9, I'm going to start vacationing with you!!!

You are more than welcome MeMom... your gang is super fun!

Still enoying the daily upates ... loved the top 10 memories from your last trip. Starting the trip with ME really does beat the old shuttle/taxi service. The character connection family pic experience was awesome I remember it from you last TR.:goodvibes

I am a ME fan. It gets us where we need to be, saves us rental car money and well it has a taste of Disney!

I remember those pics. We saw her last year but the crowd was so big we didn't stay. Maybe this year. :)

I was on Steve Soares site and it looks like we might miss her, our EPCOT day is her day off. So we will have to find more fun things to do...

I really want to see her! It's amazing what she can do. I remember that story about the candy dropping last year, so sad.

I could watch her for a long time, DH and Em not so much. Hannah though loves to watch people doing things. She is very into the process of things.

[Charleston Princess]

Belle had questions, Snow White (where are the dwarfs), Ariel (where is Flounder and Sebastian?) , Sleeping Beauty(where are the fairies?) ... she was quite the wonderer. I will be really interested to watch her interact this year since she still is one that has great lines!

It's going to be great to see what coversations she strikes up! :laughing:

The candy lady in Japan makes such great creations!

[Happydog]

Your memories list is so wonderful! I think it is great! I loved the "surprise" treat of going more than once in 12 mos, the dole whips, and my favorite, your daughter's reaction. I am so hoping my boys have as much excitement..
:goodvibes
I also hope you feel good about CSR, I have seen lots of positive reports about it. The latest reports have me thinking it is nice! :thumbsup2

Can you believe these final days until planning are here?!?! Hard to believe it! :upsidedow

[Happydog]

Wait! I missed the candy lady post some how! I clearly have so much to explore at EPCOT!!! I have never ventured far past the main pathway and all the FWF booths! :laughing: This will be the first time we go when it ISN'T the FWF... Thank goodness for your PTR and others like it so I know what to look for! :thumbsup2 You all are helping me to collect my "must see/do"!

And I also forgot to say a big :yay: for your CPalace morning ADR. Don't you just love it when things work out that way??!! :upsidedow

[Me&3]

EPCOT has this new thing called Kim Possible I think Hannah would really enjoy it. It's a great family activity. We did it last weekend and had a great time together. We were just saying earlier today how we would like to be doing that right now.

[KathyRN137]

I loved reading your "memory lane" post! :goodvibes Recalling the highlights of past trips is always the best way to get even more excited about the upcoming one!

Have the girls decided what animal they want Miyuki to make if they get picked?

Kathy

[cjackearl]

Wow, it looks like we'll be in Japan quite a while, with the pick a pearl and trying to watch the candy lady. That bird is so amazing! What a fun favorites list.:goodvibes We're getting close, Laura!:yay:

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to ....

Is there any better way to start a MK Day thanhttp://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0450.jpg


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http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/100_1964.jpg

or ending a day at as a special pilot

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Hope everyone had a fantastic Saturday!

[dddisrunner]

Precious and Priceless!! What GREAT pictures Laura! I have tears in my eyes looking at the joy on your faces! I sure hope I get a glimpse of the girls enjoying themselves while we are at WDW at the same time!!:goodvibes

[Charleston Princess]

Ahhh, your happiness on Dumbo is great! Happy Mother's Day, Laura! :goodvibes

[Lady Lallie]

Is there anything better than riding Dumbo? :lovestruc

You have some great Dumbo pictures! You look just as happy as the girls to. :goodvibes

[IluvXU]

It's going to be great to see what coversations she strikes up! :laughing:

The candy lady in Japan makes such great creations!

Emily is always entertaining! She was running around the house tonight singing she is a rock star, complete with a dance (we were at a First Communion Party... so she was totally wired)


Your memories list is so wonderful! I think it is great! I loved the "surprise" treat of going more than once in 12 mos, the dole whips, and my favorite, your daughter's reaction. I am so hoping my boys have as much excitement..
:goodvibes
I also hope you feel good about CSR, I have seen lots of positive reports about it. The latest reports have me thinking it is nice! :thumbsup2

Can you believe these final days until planning are here?!?! Hard to believe it! :upsidedow

I cannot believe it is almost here... I wish it was time to pack. Actually I need to get my WDW plans a bit organized!

Wait! I missed the candy lady post some how! I clearly have so much to explore at EPCOT!!! I have never ventured far past the main pathway and all the FWF booths! :laughing: This will be the first time we go when it ISN'T the FWF... Thank goodness for your PTR and others like it so I know what to look for! :thumbsup2 You all are helping me to collect my "must see/do"!

And I also forgot to say a big :yay: for your CPalace morning ADR. Don't you just love it when things work out that way??!! :upsidedow

I want to see some new EPCOT stuff this time....

EPCOT has this new thing called Kim Possible I think Hannah would really enjoy it. It's a great family activity. We did it last weekend and had a great time together. We were just saying earlier today how we would like to be doing that right now.

I think that looks so fun!

I loved reading your "memory lane" post! :goodvibes Recalling the highlights of past trips is always the best way to get even more excited about the upcoming one!

Have the girls decided what animal they want Miyuki to make if they get picked?

Kathy

I am sure it will be a pink something!

Wow, it looks like we'll be in Japan quite a while, with the pick a pearl and trying to watch the candy lady. That bird is so amazing! What a fun favorites list.:goodvibes We're getting close, Laura!:yay:

Pick a pearl sounds fun, I want to do that someday!

Precious and Priceless!! What GREAT pictures Laura! I have tears in my eyes looking at the joy on your faces! I sure hope I get a glimpse of the girls enjoying themselves while we are at WDW at the same time!!:goodvibes

I hope I get to see your handsome boys too! It would be fun, we need to see what days overlap park wise... DHS for one right? How about MK?


Ahhh, your happiness on Dumbo is great! Happy Mother's Day, Laura! :goodvibes

Happy Mother's Day to you Jackie! I love Dumbo. I know lots of people try to detour their kids from that, but I love it. Simple yet so fun!

Is there anything better than riding Dumbo? :lovestruc

You have some great Dumbo pictures! You look just as happy as the girls to. :goodvibes

I hope to get a cute few of Luke on it this summer!

[MegansMom]

Happy Mother's Day Laura!!!! I hope it is a great one for you!

[DreaGirl]

We love Dumbo! It's our first ride every day we are at MK! The girls look so cute. Can't wait to see look in that elephant. :)

Happy Mother's Day!

[Me&3]

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY ENJOY:flower3:

[wigdoutdismom]

Hope you are having a wonderful Mother's Day!:flower3:

[Happydog]

:sunny: Happy Mother's Day to you! :sunny:

[White as Snow]

I love your Dumbo pictures! It looks like he is definitely a favorite with the girls! I hope you are all having a pleasant Mother's Day!

[MeMom]

I hope you all have had a great day together.

Dumbo is a perfect way to start a Magic Kingdom day!

[Charleston Princess]

Emily is always entertaining! She was running around the house tonight singing she is a rock star, complete with a dance (we were at a First Communion Party... so she was totally wired)

That is something you should get on video!!! :lmao:

[moparop]

Happy Mother's Day Laura! I hope you've had an awesome day with your family!

[Happydog]

I didn't get a chance to say your Dumbo photos are so lovely! You all look so happy. :goodvibes We didn't make Dumbo in Nov. He is on my list this June for sure! All these things to look forward to -- you and your family must all be so thrilled! And how exciting for your little boy -- it will be special indeed!
:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

So today we are looking forward to the Safari. No great pics to share... and it is late and I am beat!

I hope that everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day! It is also my dad's birthday, so we had a cookout for both at my brother's house. A fun day always with my sweet kids who are worn out from all the weekend fun... and tomorrow is jam packed too!

[IluvXU]

So today we are looking forward to the AstroOrbiter. Hannah and DH rode last year (Em and I trecked to Dumbo first instead). Maybe we can all hit it one of our MK days!

[Lady Lallie]

So today we are looking forward to the AstroOrbiter. Hannah and DH rode last year (Em and I trecked to Dumbo first instead). Maybe we can all hit it one of our MK days!

I have never ridden AstroOrbiter. It sounds like it could be fun though!

[Charleston Princess]

Eeek!!! You have fun on AstroOrbiter! It's much too high up for me -- I get to the platform and my knees start buckling from fear! Have fun! ;)

[wigdoutdismom]

So today we are looking forward to the AstroOrbiter. Hannah and DH rode last year (Em and I trecked to Dumbo first instead). Maybe we can all hit it one of our MK days!
We rode it back in Oct. at MNSSHP, it was a bit chilly that night.........
I have never ridden AstroOrbiter. It sounds like it could be fun though!

it was even breezier up high.......
Eeek!!! You have fun on AstroOrbiter! It's much too high up for me -- I get to the platform and my knees start buckling from fear! Have fun! ;)

the only thing that could have made it better was if I hadn't opened my eyes!:scared1:

[dddisrunner]

Eeek!!! You have fun on AstroOrbiter! It's much too high up for me -- I get to the platform and my knees start buckling from fear! Have fun! ;)

I am with you Jackie! It's not the heights though, it's the spinny!:sick:

I am sure you will love it Laura, especially since you like the teacups!:thumbsup2

[KathyRN137]

Astro Orbiter makes me dizzy, too! :upsidedow

It's on the same level as teacups as far as that goes... once was enough for me!!

Why don't kids ever seem to get as dizzy on these kinds of rides? :confused3

Kathy

[IluvXU]

Happy Mother's Day Laura!!!! I hope it is a great one for you!

Hope you had a great one too Jen!

We love Dumbo! It's our first ride every day we are at MK! The girls look so cute. Can't wait to see look in that elephant. :)

Happy Mother's Day!


I already have assigned riders: my mom and Em, DH, Luke and I, and Hannah and my dad (the reason is he took her on it when she was little and she was terrible in line... he is not good with that, so both of them need a redo--- she was crying and he was not happy, all on video)

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY ENJOY:flower3:


Thanks! Hope you had a fantastic day!

Hope you are having a wonderful Mother's Day!:flower3:

Thanks! Hope yours was great.

:sunny: Happy Mother's Day to you! :sunny:
You too!

I love your Dumbo pictures! It looks like he is definitely a favorite with the girls! I hope you are all having a pleasant Mother's Day!

Dumbo is just Disney!

I hope you all have had a great day together.

Dumbo is a perfect way to start a Magic Kingdom day!

Totally agree (plus the line just gets too terrible!)

That is something you should get on video!!! :lmao:

She and her best friend (our neighbor) really need a reality show- they are the funniest two kids...

Happy Mother's Day Laura! I hope you've had an awesome day with your family!

You too!

I didn't get a chance to say your Dumbo photos are so lovely! You all look so happy. :goodvibes We didn't make Dumbo in Nov. He is on my list this June for sure! All these things to look forward to -- you and your family must all be so thrilled! And how exciting for your little boy -- it will be special indeed!
:goodvibes

It will be a fun trip of firsts!

I have never ridden AstroOrbiter. It sounds like it could be fun though!

I have been on it once, when Hannah was almost two. Emily would like it so I hope we go on it!

Eeek!!! You have fun on AstroOrbiter! It's much too high up for me -- I get to the platform and my knees start buckling from fear! Have fun! ;)

Ah... the views though!

We rode it back in Oct. at MNSSHP, it was a bit chilly that night.........


it was even breezier up high.......


the only thing that could have made it better was if I hadn't opened my eyes!:scared1:

But it is so pretty up there!

I am with you Jackie! It's not the heights though, it's the spinny!:sick:

I am sure you will love it Laura, especially since you like the teacups!:thumbsup2

I still can ride anything... I hope it lasts!

Astro Orbiter makes me dizzy, too! :upsidedow

It's on the same level as teacups as far as that goes... once was enough for me!!

Why don't kids ever seem to get as dizzy on these kinds of rides? :confused3

Kathy

They are the lucky ones...

[jillyb]

Clay and I had a blast on Astro Orbiter! That was the only attraction during the entire trip that we actually got to ride together; the rest of the time it was Clay and Alison, Hannah and me. Clay is 6'4" and pushing 298 lbs. I'm 5'6" and 145 lbs. (and yes I just told my weight! LOL). He got in first and then I got in; and the fact that we even got in together was a major miracle! We did nothing but laugh the entire time. I'm not too big on heights but I really enjoyed the ride and the view was just incredible. I wish I'd thought about taking pictures while we were up there. Of course, that' assuming I would have been able to reach the camera! LOL It was even funnier when we were getting out of the car! I thought for sure they were going to have to bring the WD40 to get us out of there!!! :lmao::lmao::lmao:

[IluvXU]

Today we look forward to riding the Monorail....
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whether it be to go between the resorts, make a quick trip between EPCOT and MK (I know you have to transfer) it is always fun to get on the Monorail!

Also today we are at the five week mark- 35 days from today we will be headed to WDW!

[Lady Lallie]

I love the monorail. There is something exciting about stepping on it for the first time every trip!

[cjackearl]

The monorail is right up there with Cindrella's castle and Mickey Mouse that just screams Disney. It's such a fun "ride" and the views approaching the MK and the resorts are really cool.

[Happydog]

Okay, TOTALLY with you on the Astro Orbiter -- WAY fun! Just another iconic Disney ride IMO. It IS high, but that is part of the fun, seeing everything WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY up there. :upsidedow

[Charleston Princess]

Oh, we love the monorail! It is so Disney to me! You must have been riding in the front -- everyone looks so excited!

[wigdoutdismom]

The monorail is just so Walt........love it, especially up front!

[tinkgurl]

Ahh I can't wait to ride the monorail and hear that "voice" again! :cloud9:

[ladybugmom]

LOVE the monorail pics!! How cool!! Whoo hoo for 35 days!! It will FLY by!! :cool1:

[MegansMom]

Literally, still one of my all-time favorite rides---it is just so classic Disney!!!

[dddisrunner]

Yay for the monorail! Hoping the boys get to ride up front, they never have!:thumbsup2

[mylag1rl]

Great monorail pics ... definitely a Disney classic.

Laura - that is great you can still ride spinny rides. Heights bother me a little but I cannot ride anything that goes round and round.

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to

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the fountains at DTD!

For my girls they are like an attraction in itself.. and it allows DH and I to do some alone shopping while the other watches the girls! Now we wear/bring suits, an dry outfit and towels for fun!

[Lady Lallie]

Those are adorable fountain pictures!

[cjackearl]

I agree, sweet fountain pictures. Good idea to let the kiddos have fun while the parents shop (one at a time, of course!) I may steal this idea. I know Ian would rather splash than shop. Come to think of it, George probably would too.:rolleyes:

[MeMom]

Ahh I can't wait to ride the monorail and hear that "voice" again! :cloud9:

You can get a pretty decent 'fix' on youtube. There's a complete Magic Kingdom loop, and the voice is easily heard all through it. You might want to give it a try as you are getting ever closer, closer, closer to the real thing!

[tinkgurl]

You can get a pretty decent 'fix' on youtube. There's a complete Magic Kingdom loop, and the voice is easily heard all through it. You might want to give it a try as you are getting ever closer, closer, closer to the real thing!

I'm gonna go do that right now!

[KathyRN137]

I agree, sweet fountain pictures. Good idea to let the kiddos have fun while the parents shop (one at a time, of course!) I may steal this idea. I know Ian would rather splash than shop. Come to think of it, George probably would too.:rolleyes:


The Imagineer who envisioned them must've been a man!! ;)

Pix are soooo adorable!! :cutie: :cutie: :cutie:


Kathy

[shannon47142]

cute,cute pictures of Emily!!
Thats why I love WDW--even the small things are eagerly anticipated:cool1:

[IluvXU]

I will be back later after American Idol to catch up.... but I cannot wait until my girls see this

http://www.disneystore.com/disney-parks/autograph-books-pens/c/70997/

So so so cute! ( I hope the girls pick the Tink one!) I think the fact the online disneystore now has some park merchandise is so awesome...

[FairyGodmotherJen]

My kids had so much fun in the fountains last trip - my older DS, especially. I can't wait to see what the little guy will do next summer. I didn't bring dry clothes, though, because we were lugging around so much baby gear as it was. I definitely will next time - the poor kid was still wet when we got back to the hotel 8 hours later! (not that he minded, strange child that he is...:upsidedow)

I'd also like to get DH and the two older kids up in front of the monorail. We've always been in "go-go-go" mode, and have never wanted to wait around. With seven days next summer, surely we'll have more time to breathe. I might actually have to send the baby in, too (I keep having to remember that he won't be a baby then) just to make sure he doesn't go nuts. But they only take four, right? DH will have to video for me...and maybe I'll just go the next time. I'm so excited that you're so close. I do have to admit that I'll miss the daily updates at that point, though! :goodvibes

[IluvXU]

Clay and I had a blast on Astro Orbiter! That was the only attraction during the entire trip that we actually got to ride together; the rest of the time it was Clay and Alison, Hannah and me. Clay is 6'4" and pushing 298 lbs. I'm 5'6" and 145 lbs. (and yes I just told my weight! LOL). He got in first and then I got in; and the fact that we even got in together was a major miracle! We did nothing but laugh the entire time. I'm not too big on heights but I really enjoyed the ride and the view was just incredible. I wish I'd thought about taking pictures while we were up there. Of course, that' assuming I would have been able to reach the camera! LOL It was even funnier when we were getting out of the car! I thought for sure they were going to have to bring the WD40 to get us out of there!!! :lmao::lmao::lmao:


I remember thinking those are tight quarters up there, probably not a good ride for a pregnant lady like me last summer.

I love the monorail. There is something exciting about stepping on it for the first time every trip!

I hope to get on it our first full day... on the way to O'Hana's best friend breakfast!


The monorail is right up there with Cindrella's castle and Mickey Mouse that just screams Disney. It's such a fun "ride" and the views approaching the MK and the resorts are really cool.

I want the monorail playset someday. My nephew got it this winter.. do you think Luke needs it yet?

Okay, TOTALLY with you on the Astro Orbiter -- WAY fun! Just another iconic Disney ride IMO. It IS high, but that is part of the fun, seeing everything WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY up there. :upsidedow


I hope to get on it some time this trip!

Oh, we love the monorail! It is so Disney to me! You must have been riding in the front -- everyone looks so excited!

We were indeed, and did not even ask to do it, we were headed from EPCOT to TTC.

The monorail is just so Walt........love it, especially up front!

I love pulling up to MK and getting off there... that just brings a smile to my face thinking about it!

Ahh I can't wait to ride the monorail and hear that "voice" again! :cloud9:

I wonder what the message is now....

LOVE the monorail pics!! How cool!! Whoo hoo for 35 days!! It will FLY by!! :cool1:

We are seemingly super busy right now. Softball, preschool graduation, birthdays, end of year stuff at school for me ....

Literally, still one of my all-time favorite rides---it is just so classic Disney!!!

one of mine too!

Yay for the monorail! Hoping the boys get to ride up front, they never have!:thumbsup2

Your trip is super long... :wizard: your way.... I think going at odd times helps if that makes sense... we were the only ones on the EPCOT TO TTC station so it happened.

Great monorail pics ... definitely a Disney classic.

Laura - that is great you can still ride spinny rides. Heights bother me a little but I cannot ride anything that goes round and round.

I ride the scrambler weekly with the girls to keep me in shape at Kings Island... it is a favorite:rotfl:

Those are adorable fountain pictures!

Last year Em was too fast for good pics. Poor Luke might not get in, no way he will be walking, and his backwards crawl is a nightmare. He might be shopping with me, poor boy!


I agree, sweet fountain pictures. Good idea to let the kiddos have fun while the parents shop (one at a time, of course!) I may steal this idea. I know Ian would rather splash than shop. Come to think of it, George probably would too.:rolleyes:

The World of Disney store without kids, midday, non-weekend is my favorite thing. I hate when it is super crowded... I could spend hours in there (and probably have)

You can get a pretty decent 'fix' on youtube. There's a complete Magic Kingdom loop, and the voice is easily heard all through it. You might want to give it a try as you are getting ever closer, closer, closer to the real thing!

Tomorrow we will have to check it out... we have not been Youtubing since we got over the terrible snow.... but we might have to do some to get prepared!


I'm gonna go do that right now!

If Hannah or Em were awake I would be doing it too...

The Imagineer who envisioned them must've been a man!! ;)

Pix are soooo adorable!! :cutie: :cutie: :cutie:


Kathy

I agree! Thanks Kathy!


cute,cute pictures of Emily!!
Thats why I love WDW--even the small things are eagerly anticipated:cool1:

It is the small things that make the trip, the wave from Snow White in the Parade at Hannah all decked out in her Snow White Dress, the ice cream all over faces and outfits, the corny jokes on the buses to the parks, the small details you notice on a ride you have ridden many times before... I just love WDW

My kids had so much fun in the fountains last trip - my older DS, especially. I can't wait to see what the little guy will do next summer. I didn't bring dry clothes, though, because we were lugging around so much baby gear as it was. I definitely will next time - the poor kid was still wet when we got back to the hotel 8 hours later! (not that he minded, strange child that he is...:upsidedow)

I'd also like to get DH and the two older kids up in front of the monorail. We've always been in "go-go-go" mode, and have never wanted to wait around. With seven days next summer, surely we'll have more time to breathe. I might actually have to send the baby in, too (I keep having to remember that he won't be a baby then) just to make sure he doesn't go nuts. But they only take four, right? DH will have to video for me...and maybe I'll just go the next time. I'm so excited that you're so close. I do have to admit that I'll miss the daily updates at that point, though! :goodvibes

He will always be your baby... as Hannah is still my baby, even though she is the oldest and is five.
It does stink about only fitting four in front, there would be room for one more IMO.

Glad you like the updates, I wonder if it is overkill.....

[mylag1rl]

I will be back later after American Idol to catch up.... but I cannot wait until my girls see this

http://www.disneystore.com/disney-parks/autograph-books-pens/c/70997/

So so so cute! ( I hope the girls pick the Tink one!) I think the fact the online disneystore now has some park merchandise is so awesome...
I was also excited about this. I hope they add more merchandise.

Scambler ... I use to love that ride :)

[IluvXU]

So today we are looking forward to

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh!

No ride pics sorry! Maybe I should post a picture of the many piles of WDW goodies that have appeared in my cart lately...at Walmart, Target, Meijer

[MeMom]

So today we are looking forward to

The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh!

No ride pics sorry! Maybe I should post a picture of the many piles of WDW goodies that have appeared in my cart lately...at Walmart, Target, Meijer

I have a couple of not so common ones you can borrow. :)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Four%20-%20MK/IMG_1516.jpg


http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Four%20-%20MK/IMG_1492.jpg

[Melissa79]

Yay! I love the Winnie the Pooh ride, that's a good one to look forward to!!

[Charleston Princess]

Pooh Bear is another one we have never done -- I am beginning to feel like such a Disney failure. :sad2:;)

Yes, I think a goodies post is in order!

[micandminforever]

I also vote to see the Disney goodies.

[cjackearl]

We like Winnie the Pooh also. It makes me happy when the cars bounce like Tigger.:goodvibes

I also vote for Disney Goodies!

[MeMom]

Pooh Bear is another one we have never done -- I am beginning to feel like such a Disney failure. :sad2:;)

Yes, I think a goodies post is in order!

We like Winnie the Pooh also. It makes me happy when the cars bounce like Tigger.:goodvibes:

I also vote for Disney Goodies!

Don't you see what you're missing, woman?!?!?
Cars that bounce like Tigger! :tigger:

Hijack yourselves a Hunny Pot this time and head to the Hundred Acre Wood!!! pooh::eeyore:

[IluvXU]

Funny moment... as we were sitting outside on the screened porch, we talked about how Saturday is one month. DH then proceeded to say he has seen nothing this trip, has no idea where we are eating, and what the schedule is and park hours... where does this man live? So I kindly typed him up a one page schedule... that is the amount he can handle!

[IluvXU]

I was also excited about this. I hope they add more merchandise.

Scambler ... I use to love that ride :)

Even my DH checked out the site... he got an email about it.

I have a couple of not so common ones you can borrow. :)

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Four%20-%20MK/IMG_1516.jpg


http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Four%20-%20MK/IMG_1492.jpg


You are the best... it would be hard to find something you don't have a picture of!

Yay! I love the Winnie the Pooh ride, that's a good one to look forward to!!


Emily has never been a fan, I think that will change this year!

Pooh Bear is another one we have never done -- I am beginning to feel like such a Disney failure. :sad2:;)

Yes, I think a goodies post is in order!

What Jackie--- how can you miss that....

I also vote to see the Disney goodies.
This weekend. I have a day of our plans to share too.
Plus I need to get moving on my touring book and printing. I have a new ream of paper!

We like Winnie the Pooh also. It makes me happy when the cars bounce like Tigger.:goodvibes

I also vote for Disney Goodies!

This weekend!

Don't you see what you're missing, woman?!?!?
Cars that bounce like Tigger! :tigger:

Hijack yourselves a Hunny Pot this time and head to the Hundred Acre Wood!!! pooh::eeyore:

Jackie... I think your list of haven't done would be fun to see. If you make one I will too.

[MegansMom]

I think that sounds like a fun idea---we should all make lists of what we haven't done/ridden and report back to share!

[Charleston Princess]

:lmao: about the one page schedule! That would probably be too much for Charles!

I will make a list -- that would be fun -- I'll post it this weekend!

[cjackearl]

Funny moment... as we were sitting outside on the screened porch, we talked about how Saturday is one month. DH then proceeded to say he has seen nothing this trip, has no idea where we are eating, and what the schedule is and park hours... where does this man live? So I kindly typed him up a one page schedule... that is the amount he can handle!

That is hilarious! :rotfl: So exactly like George.:rotfl: I think the one page schedule is a great idea.:thumbsup2

[mylag1rl]

Funny moment... as we were sitting outside on the screened porch, we talked about how Saturday is one month. DH then proceeded to say he has seen nothing this trip, has no idea where we are eating, and what the schedule is and park hours... where does this man live? So I kindly typed him up a one page schedule... that is the amount he can handle!
Too funny :rotfl2:... he must not live on the DISboards like we all do. Here you are with a 65+ page pretrip report and posting daily updates. :rotfl:

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to The Maelstrom in Norway. Hannah has been on it the past two trips, I think Em might be ready to give it a try! Again no pics... maybe MeMom has some to share......

[MeMom]

Today we are looking forward to The Maelstrom in Norway. Hannah has been on it the past two trips, I think Em might be ready to give it a try! Again no pics... maybe MeMom has some to share......

I do, but I'm at school, so I can't get to photobucket.

Maybe I should go home early.... :rolleyes1

[Lady Lallie]

I vote for you going home early, MeMom.

CP, you have never done Winnie the Pooh? Wow. I thought for sure you would have done that one. Were you the one that had never done CoP too? That needs to be remedied as well. :rolleyes1

I like the idea of lists of what we have never done...that's neat.

[IluvXU]

I vote for you going home early, MeMom.

CP, you have never done Winnie the Pooh? Wow. I thought for sure you would have done that one. Were you the one that had never done CoP too? That needs to be remedied as well. :rolleyes1

I like the idea of lists of what we have never done...that's neat.

Get your list started today LL--- you only have a week to post it... and get some stuff off it :thumbsup2

[Lady Lallie]

Get your list started today LL--- you only have a week to post it... and get some stuff off it :thumbsup2

We are just talking rides, right?

[Charleston Princess]

We have ridden Maelstrom! :thumbsup2 Connor loves it and makes us ride it every year -- he likes the trolls!

LL, nope no Pooh (still resentful of the demise of Mr. Toad in that spot), and the kids haven't done CoP (I did it when I was younger).

[MeMom]

We have ridden Maelstrom! :thumbsup2 Connor loves it and makes us ride it every year -- he likes the trolls!

LL, nope no Pooh (still resentful of the demise of Mr. Toad in that spot), and the kids haven't done CoP (I did it when I was younger).


Finally, we have a winner!!! :rotfl:

[Charleston Princess]

Finally, we have a winner!!! :rotfl:

That's exactly how I felt when I typed that one! :lmao:

[wigdoutdismom]

Here is my Magic Kingdom list....
The Carousal
Dumbo

Epcot......
Mission Space (orange)

DHS
we've been on all the rides here but want to do some drawing this time, you know the Animation, thingiemabop.......

Animal Kingdom
Kali River Rapids (it's a hair thing)
Triceratops Twirl
Festival of the Lion King
Jungle Trek
Conservation Station

Oh and the bird show....
I hope to make this list much shorter after our next visit!:goodvibes

[IluvXU]

So here is my list... which I think is pretty short. (I looked at the WDW maps for the four parks to compile)

Hollywood Studios
Honey I Shrunk the Kids Playground (I only included this because I feel guilty... my kids would probably enjoy)
Toy Story Mania- this will be done this trip!
American Idol

EPCOT
The Circle of Life Movie
The China 360 Movie

AK
Pangani Forest
Flights of Wonder
Maharajah Jungle Trek
Finding Nemo
The Boneyard (again guilty mom)


MK
Stitch
Goofy's Barnstormer (again I had better get to ride this)
Mickey in the Judges Tent

Then I got thinking about Resorts....
I have never been to:
The All Star Resorts
OKW
SSR
AKL
and CSR... see why I am a bit nervous... I am not a risk taker!

I have stayed at our visited the rest.

If we did restaurants I would have the longest list. We seem to end up at the same, trip after trip! Someday I will eat around WS!

[KathyRN137]

It's always fun to try and knock a few off the list each trip!! :thumbsup2


We've never been to Tom Sawyer's Island... I can't seem to interest anyone in that!!


Kathy

[IluvXU]

I think that sounds like a fun idea---we should all make lists of what we haven't done/ridden and report back to share!

Jen... we have started posting, so post yours!

:lmao: about the one page schedule! That would probably be too much for Charles!

I will make a list -- that would be fun -- I'll post it this weekend!

I had to add park hours to his spreadsheet (yes what a nerd) and EMH since we avoid them!

Looking forward to seeing your list!


That is hilarious! :rotfl: So exactly like George.:rotfl: I think the one page schedule is a great idea.:thumbsup2

I always make one to take a few copies of, but he just sounded so clueless last night... mind you he does not want to hear it, or hear me painfully second guessing, analyzing...etc


Too funny :rotfl2:... he must not live on the DISboards like we all do. Here you are with a 65+ page pretrip report and posting daily updates. :rotfl:

he has no interest... he thinks this is insane probably!

I do, but I'm at school, so I can't get to photobucket.

Maybe I should go home early.... :rolleyes1

How did I know you would have some!

I vote for you going home early, MeMom.

CP, you have never done Winnie the Pooh? Wow. I thought for sure you would have done that one. Were you the one that had never done CoP too? That needs to be remedied as well. :rolleyes1

I like the idea of lists of what we have never done...that's neat.

Looking forward to your list! I now CP is missing some essentials, but we will still let her DIS!:rotfl:

We are just talking rides, right?

Yep or anything else that you think is super impt or want to look at!

We have ridden Maelstrom! :thumbsup2 Connor loves it and makes us ride it every year -- he likes the trolls!

LL, nope no Pooh (still resentful of the demise of Mr. Toad in that spot), and the kids haven't done CoP (I did it when I was younger).

CoP will happen this trip. My parents love it... the kids will hate it, and to be honest I love it too!

Finally, we have a winner!!! :rotfl:
:rotfl:

That's exactly how I felt when I typed that one! :lmao:

Poor CP... we love you!


Here is my Magic Kingdom list....
The Carousal
Dumbo

Epcot......
Mission Space (orange)

DHS
we've been on all the rides here but want to do some drawing this time, you know the Animation, thingiemabop.......

Animal Kingdom
Kali River Rapids (it's a hair thing)
Triceratops Twirl
Festival of the Lion King
Jungle Trek
Conservation Station

Oh and the bird show....
I hope to make this list much shorter after our next visit!:goodvibes

Glad you posted... you will get to wipe out some so soon!

It's always fun to try and knock a few off the list each trip!! :thumbsup2


We've never been to Tom Sawyer's Island... I can't seem to interest anyone in that!!


Kathy

It has been a while... someday I used to like exploring there!

[MeMom]

How did I know you would have some!


Looking forward to your list! I now CP is missing some essentials, but we will still let her DIS!:rotfl:


CoP will happen this trip. My parents love it... the kids will hate it, and to be honest I love it too!



Poor CP... we love you!




Here are three I came across.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Five/IMG_2745.jpg

You are not ze first to paas this way, nor shall you be the laast.

http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Five/IMG_2747.jpg
I wanted to be one of those cool Coca-Cola bears, but I got stuck in this dark cave instead.

Those who seek the spirit of Norway face peril and adventure, but more often find beauty and charm.


http://i49.photobucket.com/albums/f286/missjill5/Summer%202008/Day%20Five/IMG_2750.jpg

We sure better let Charleston Princess still DIS! She's the life blood of the Trip Reports Board. I think she reads every report in existence and responds to them!

[IluvXU]

Today we are looking forward to

http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z305/iluvxu/101_0459.jpg

[MeMom]

Looks like Hannah is liking this one!

Aging myself here, but does anyone else remember a show called Car 54, Where Are You?
I saw 54 on that car, and from far, far in the past, that came to the surface of my brain!

[wigdoutdismom]

Good thing Em's keeping an ever watchful eye on the road, Hannah and her Dear Dad are hamming it up for the camera!

[micandminforever]

Aging myself here, but does anyone else remember a show called Car 54, Where Are You?
I saw 54 on that car, and from far, far in the past, that came to the surface of my brain!

I remember Car 54, but I am not aged I am blessed. I still love riding in these car(smells and all). They bring back memories, the goal is not to hit the rail, unless a child is driving. Then the goal is survive the car jerks and bumps.

[Charleston Princess]

I had to add park hours to his spreadsheet (yes what a nerd) and EMH since we avoid them!

Looking forward to seeing your list!

I now CP is missing some essentials, but we will still let her DIS!:rotfl:

Poor CP... we love you!

Charles likes me just to tell him everything. He is an auditory learner apparently! :rotfl:

I am going to start my list tonight. It might be long. :rolleyes1

Thank goodness I am still allowed to DIS! I wouldn't know what to do with my time. ;)

I love you all, too, since you are the only ones that truly get my Disney obsession! :hug:

We sure better let Charleston Princess still DIS! She's the life blood of the Trip Reports Board. I think she reads every report in existence and responds to them!

:rotfl: I don't think I read them all, but I sure love the ones I do get to read on a daily basis! They brighten my day!

Dare I say it? Dare I utter the words? (Hanging head in shame).

We've never ridden the Tomorrowland Speedway either.

Going to add it to my list right now. :rotfl:

[MeMom]

I am going to start my list tonight. It might be long. :rolleyes1



We've never ridden the Tomorrowland Speedway either.

Going to add it to my list right now. :rotfl:

Ya think???
It's high time you started earning these::earsgirl:

If there's a size 1/2 in the letters, you might want to lower the admission of never having ridden the Speedway to that.

Step away from the Dole Whips and ride, woman!!! :drive:

[IluvXU]

Looks like Hannah is liking this one!

Aging myself here, but does anyone else remember a show called Car 54, Where Are You?
I saw 54 on that car, and from far, far in the past, that came to the surface of my brain!

MeMom thanks for the Norway pics... I knew you would have some!

Car 54 was before me.. sorry!

Good thing Em's keeping an ever watchful eye on the road, Hannah and her Dear Dad are hamming it up for the camera!

I think she did not know what was going on. She got thrown on it at the last moment... DH said they could both fit so I ran her over to that ride...

Charles likes me just to tell him everything. He is an auditory learner apparently! :rotfl:

I am going to start my list tonight. It might be long. :rolleyes1

Thank goodness I am still allowed to DIS! I wouldn't know what to do with my time. ;)

I love you all, too, since you are the only ones that truly get my Disney obsession! :hug:



:rotfl: I don't think I read them all, but I sure love the ones I do get to read on a daily basis! They brighten my day!

Dare I say it? Dare I utter the words? (Hanging head in shame).

We've never ridden the Tomorrowland Speedway either.

Going to add it to my list right now. :rotfl:

Your list might be a dandy! I think this ride is on a lot of lists... it takes forever unless you get there super super quick!

Ya think???
It's high time you started earning these::earsgirl:

If there's a size 1/2 in the letters, you might want to lower the admission of never having ridden the Speedway to that.

Step away from the Dole Whips and ride, woman!!! :drive:

CP you have tried all the great drinks and treats of the world. That counts for something!

[Charleston Princess]

Your list might be a dandy! I think this ride is on a lot of lists... it takes forever unless you get there super super quick!

CP you have tried all the great drinks and treats of the world. That counts for something!

I just posted it -- it wasn't nearly as bad as I had feared.

The kids always want to ride it, but when we walk past it, the line always seems huge!

Yes, I have sampled quite a bit of food and drink around the World. :thumbsup2

[IluvXU]

Tuesday, June 23rd

This day is free until our 4ish ADR for Mama Melrose with the Fantasmic Dining Package. There are lots of scenarios I have in my head:


A- stay late at EPCOT on Monday and sleep in, pool time and head to HS late afternoon. Have dinner, catch a show/something quick and watch Fantasmic

B- go to MK Monday night, stay late, sleep in, pool, and head to HS late afternoon...dinner, show/something quick then Fantasmic

C-get up for RD and head to HS to ride TSM... not sure what else and then have an early rest/swim break before heading to dinner.

D- RD at AK do whatever we missed, want to do again, break/swim and then head to HS for dinner and Fantasmic.

To be honest I doubt we decide this before Monday night.

*****I say sleep in, but we don't really sleep in, ever, especially at WDW. My kids move quick to see the Mouse and friends.

[IluvXU]

So I had to change my Ticker... it was off a day and driving me crazy since today we are at one month. So a month from today we will be at WDW!

[Charleston Princess]

My ticker is a day off, too, but I can't bear the thought of sending Tink back to the start.

[cjackearl]

We've never done the Speedway either, but your family looks like they're enjoying it.:goodvibes I'll have to look at my ticker after this post. Today should be 30 days for us. We started our countdown calendar today.:thumbsup2

[dddisrunner]

WOW 1 month! I get to say that on Wednesday!:cool1: I would vote for sleeping in too but maybe just a relaxing day at the resort would be good too? I was laughing when you put you were looking forward to Indy Speedway! I DESPISE that ride. I am alone in my hatred though because the boys LOVE it and I cannot understand why:confused3:rolleyes1 Matthew can ride alone thank goodness which means Bryan can ride with Eric and I can just wait!!:goodvibes