Expedition Orlando! - actual update! Nov 22nd

[Philadisney]

MARCH 2009
PHILADISNEY TRIP
ORLANDO, FL, USA
LIST OF EVIDENCE & FOUND ITEMS:


Article 1: Email, January 15, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29934830&postcount=2)

Article 2: Pertinent Weblinks & Reference Images (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29957441&postcount=3)

Article 3: Flyer (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=29957654&postcount=4)

Article 4: Guest Profile (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30025204&postcount=12)

Article 5: Guest Profile (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30025217&postcount=13)

Article 6: Excel Spreadsheet (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30100972&postcount=14)

Article 7: Newly Acquired Park Bag (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30178058&postcount=20)

Article 8: Found Object - Crystal Ball (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30258295&postcount=27)

Article 9: Photograph (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30303626&postcount=32)

Article 10: Menus (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30481563&postcount=51)

Article 11: Binder (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=30581971&postcount=59)

Article 12: Email, April 5, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=31195855&postcount=128)

Article 13: Found Object - Alice in Wonderland Journal (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=31278557&postcount=152)

Journal Entry #1: March 12, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=31321338&postcount=156)

Journal Entry #2: March 12, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=31418752&postcount=171)

Journal Entry #3: March 13, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?p=31569219#post31569219)

Journal Entry #4: March 13, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=31704964&postcount=206)

Journal Entry #5: March 13, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32015605&postcount=214)

Journal Entry #6: March 14, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32087878&postcount=230)

Journal Entry #7: March 14, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32121370&postcount=239)

Journal Entry #8: March 14, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32423361&postcount=252)

Journal Entry #9: March 15, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32623890&postcount=265)

Journal Entry #10: March 15, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=32681938&postcount=282)

Journal Entry #11: March 16, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?p=33465091#post33465091)

Journal Entry #12: March 16, 2009 (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=34431418&postcount=331)

[Philadisney]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/email.jpg

[Philadisney]

A) Ancient Trips in Blurry Photo-Form (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=26748721&postcount=43)

B) Official Employment Under the Mouse (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=26748901&postcount=44\)

C) Earliest Full Trip Documentation
(http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=767333)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disneyworld/vacuumconquersepcot.jpg

D) The Six Days of POFQ (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1111274)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney%20may%202006/POFQmrvgatorsmall.jpg

E) Clearly We Are Insane (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1147581)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney%20july%202006/epcotmeetandgreetsmall.jpg

F) Disneyland in a Day (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1269671)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disneyland/castlewreath.jpg

G) What Not To Wear At Walt Disney World (http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1908295)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disneyworld08/DSC_0354.jpg

[Philadisney]

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[2xcited2sleep]

Am I first? :flower3: What an honor! Loved the what not to wear TR and am looking forward to another report. WDW with your momma... too cute! That hotel looks nice! Can't wait to hear more of your plans. 42 days, I think your ticker said... you're going to be there soon!!! :)

[Lady Lallie]

Yayayaya!! A PTR!!! :hyper:

[Philadisney]

Am I first? :flower3: What an honor! Loved the what not to wear TR and am looking forward to another report. WDW with your momma... too cute! That hotel looks nice! Can't wait to hear more of your plans. 42 days, I think your ticker said... you're going to be there soon!!! :)

Yay a visitor!! :wave: Hi! I thought it would be fun to do a different kind of report this time (since it feels like I just finished my August 2008 one....well, I did!). I wish I was better at graphics though, my Rosen Centre flyer is pretty sad :rotfl:

Yayayaya!! A PTR!!! :hyper:

Hi You!!! :hug: Too bad our trips this year don't overlap...I'll keep an eye out for amazing light fixtures for you :magnify:

[Lady Lallie]

Yay a visitor!! :wave: Hi! I thought it would be fun to do a different kind of report this time (since it feels like I just finished my August 2008 one....well, I did!). I wish I was better at graphics though, my Rosen Centre flyer is pretty sad :rotfl:

Hi You!!! :hug: Too bad our trips this year don't overlap...I'll keep an eye out for amazing light fixtures for you :magnify:

I love how you are doing your report. It's fun. :goodvibes I'm sad our trips don't overlap too. I was looking at your Disneyland report and all of those light fixture pictures!! :hyper:

[PrincessV]

Great start - I love the new approach! And March is right around the corner... Wooo hooo!!! :cheer2:

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Hey Kelly!

[Philadisney]

Hey Kelly!

Hi Lessa! I am glad you found me, I just found your new PTR! Yay for upcoming trips!

Great start - I love the new approach! And March is right around the corner... Wooo hooo!!! :cheer2:

Hooray it's V - glad you found me too!! I can't believe how soon the March trip is, I usually plan trips 8-9 months ahead of time so it hasn't sunk in how soon this is! Not that I'm complaining....

I love how you are doing your report. It's fun. :goodvibes I'm sad our trips don't overlap too. I was looking at your Disneyland report and all of those light fixture pictures!! :hyper:

Thanks! Yes I had a blast with all of the different light fixtures in Disneyland's Fantasyland. Their bathrooms there are really cool too, but I must admit I felt a little self-conscious about whipping my camera out everytime I walked into a bathroom so I don't have many pictures of those :laughing:

[Philadisney]

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[Philadisney]

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[Philadisney]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/schedule1.jpg

[Lady Lallie]

I love, love, love the way you are doing this PTR. It's very exciting. Hehehe. I'm a big dork. :rolleyes:

[Philadisney]

I love, love, love the way you are doing this PTR. It's very exciting. Hehehe. I'm a big dork. :rolleyes:

:rotfl: I'm pretty sure it's me who is the dork, for taking a screenshot of an excel spreadsheet I made to plan my vacation. :rotfl:

[Lady Lallie]

:rotfl: I'm pretty sure it's me who is the dork, for taking a screenshot of an excel spreadsheet I made to plan my vacation. :rotfl:Heck no!! That is perfectly normal!!

[MyMuse]

I'm trying to do a PTR!

Clearly, I needed to read this thread first. LOL! :lmao:

I'm also heading down for March - yay for March - but from the 8-15. Solo trip. :thumbsup2 Hopefully, POFQ will be where all the cool kids go. :hyper:

[GreatBiscuit]

Loved the What Not report! Signing on for the next adventure. :wave2:

[Philadisney]

Receipt indicates purchase from February 7 2009, thrift store, $6.99
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/IMG_5335.jpg

Also pictured: Official DIS purse tag, ornery cat ("Mixolydian"), lime green laptop
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/IMG_5334.jpg

Item purchased due to the unfortunate forced retirement of the beloved Alice park bag, officially needing more help than any sewing needle or safety pin can give (RIP)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/4d67c952.jpg

[Philadisney]

Loved the What Not report! Signing on for the next adventure. :wave2:

Thanks so much! I can't believe I'll be back in just one month :woohoo:

I'm trying to do a PTR!

Clearly, I needed to read this thread first. LOL! :lmao:

I'm also heading down for March - yay for March - but from the 8-15. Solo trip. :thumbsup2 Hopefully, POFQ will be where all the cool kids go. :hyper:

Oh you will love POFQ!! Have you been there before? It is my very favorite moderate resort. Just gorgeous and lots to do!

[Lady Lallie]

Poor Alice!! She's earned her retirement. I am loving the new bag though, very cute!

[MyMuse]

Oh you will love POFQ!! Have you been there before? It is my very favorite moderate resort. Just gorgeous and lots to do!

Nope, I've never been on-site before. This entire trip is a first for me. :woohoo:

It's my bday prezzie to myself. :bday: I choose POFQ since I didn't want to overwhelm myself. Any suggestions welcome. :flower3:

Your bags are the cutest!

[2xcited2sleep]

So sorry about Alice's retirement. She served you well. I love the new bag too! And a lime green laptop... how perfect!! :)

[Philadisney]

Poor Alice!! She's earned her retirement. I am loving the new bag though, very cute!

thanks, I love it too! In all honesty I am not a Pooh fan, but I do love Piglet. And the classic Pooh style is so cute!

Nope, I've never been on-site before. This entire trip is a first for me. :woohoo:

It's my bday prezzie to myself. :bday: I choose POFQ since I didn't want to overwhelm myself. Any suggestions welcome. :flower3:

Your bags are the cutest!

What a great bday present! You will love POFQ. It is great because it's small, so everything is a 5-minute walk. The pool and hot tub are lovely - we used them every day when we stayed there. And I LOVED taking a stroll over to POR to eat at Boatwrights. Also be sure to take the boat ride to Downtown Disney, so relaxing!

So sorry about Alice's retirement. She served you well. I love the new bag too! And a lime green laptop... how perfect!! :)

Gotta have the DIS lime green....I'm actually wearing a lime green shirt and shoes right now :rotfl: I am bummed about the Alice bag but it was such a hassle on the last trip - I had all these pins stuck in it to keep the strap on and they kept coming loose and stabbing at me. The piglet bag is perfect, it has little pockets on the outside and zips shut, and the material it's made out of is weather resistent.

[MyMuse]

What a great bday present! You will love POFQ. It is great because it's small, so everything is a 5-minute walk. The pool and hot tub are lovely - we used them every day when we stayed there. And I LOVED taking a stroll over to POR to eat at Boatwrights. Also be sure to take the boat ride to Downtown Disney, so relaxing!

So far, I am loving it! All the reviews of people coming back in 2009 have been positive. I plan on strolling the grounds my first day and checking everything out - hoping the Butterfly Garden in POR will be there!

No pools or hot tubs for me; I don't like water and don't own a bathing suit.

I will definitely head to Boatwrights, though they are no longer serving breakfast. :sad1:

Oh, yes, DTD is on the list for the first night. It is one of my favorite places, so that is whay I was looking at DTD resorts first.

Hope your planning is going well!

[Philadisney]

Mystical crystal ball, named Leota. Can predict future up to an entire month in advance.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/312leota.jpg

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

:rotfl:

[Lady Lallie]

Mystical crystal ball, named Leota. Can predict future up to an entire month in advance.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/312leota.jpg

You are just too cute....and creative!!! My goodness I would not have the patience to do all that you are creating! :goodvibes

[Turtle]

Mystical crystal ball, named Leota. Can predict future up to an entire month in advance.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/312leota.jpg

Funny! And I love the Pooh bag, and the fact that it was draped over a grumpy-looking Mixi.

[Philadisney]

Funny! And I love the Pooh bag, and the fact that it was draped over a grumpy-looking Mixi.

Thanks! Poor Mixi. I took her to the vet last week and she said Mixi should be on prozac! I bought one of those things you plug into the wall and it emits a scent that is supposed to calm cats. I hope it works.

You are just too cute....and creative!!! My goodness I would not have the patience to do all that you are creating! :goodvibes

Thanks LL :) I have to admit though I'm doing minimal editing on these things, all I did on that last one was type the text and black out some people who could be seen in the ride cars :rotfl:

[Philadisney]

Image: Columbia Mall, Maryland

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/2.jpg

Zoom in 10x:

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Zoom in 100x:

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Identified item - official 3-day Magic Your Way pass, 10+

[Hillary12.8.07]

I'm in!!! I LOVE your trip reports, I can't wait to hear about this one! A mother daughter trip is awesome, you will have so much fun! I also like the different take on the pre trippie!! YAY!

[Philadisney]

I'm in!!! I LOVE your trip reports, I can't wait to hear about this one! A mother daughter trip is awesome, you will have so much fun! I also like the different take on the pre trippie!! YAY!


Thank you so much Hillary! I am having fun doing this pre-trippie although I am not sure how I am going to do the actual trip report yet. Hopefully I'll figure it out when I get there!

SO exciting that you guys have a house!!! We found one we LOVE over the weekend, then found out that three people had just put offers on it the day before :headache: We're trying to figure something out but I don't have my hopes up!

I see you updated last night too, I have to go check it out :surfweb:

[Lady Lallie]

:woohoo: :yay: :dance3: :yay: :woohoo: for park tickets!

[Philadisney]

:woohoo: :yay: :dance3: :yay: :woohoo: for park tickets!

:woohoo: It was fun, I've never bought my tickets from a Disney Store before. Usually I buy them online but for just one 3-day base ticket the savings wasn't really worth it when you factored in shipping. It's cool to have a hard plastic card too instead of the paper ones. I have to admit though I wish it had another character on it, I'm not a huge Goofy fan :laughing:
I have to wait until we get there to buy my mom's ticket, she only needs a 2-day and apparently you can't buy those ahead of time :confused3

[Lady Lallie]

:woohoo: It was fun, I've never bought my tickets from a Disney Store before. Usually I buy them online but for just one 3-day base ticket the savings wasn't really worth it when you factored in shipping. It's cool to have a hard plastic card too instead of the paper ones. I have to admit though I wish it had another character on it, I'm not a huge Goofy fan :laughing:
I have to wait until we get there to buy my mom's ticket, she only needs a 2-day and apparently you can't buy those ahead of time :confused3

Huh. That's weird. I remember when I went with my family when I was 12, I had goofy on my ticket and I wasn't too pleased. :lmao:

[Hillary12.8.07]

Good luck with the house! We ended up in a similiar situation, we found a house we loved, and found out they had another offer they were considering so we had to move fast! Luckily I knew the owner's mother and called her and we basically got lucky and they did us a favor! It's scary when you find out there are other offers, and just have to go in w/out getting your hopes up! I'm sure you guys will find something you love, sooner or later! good luck and keep us updated!!

[PrincessV]

Mystical crystal ball, named Leota. Can predict future up to an entire month in advance.
Madame Leota knows all. ::yes::

Identified item - official 3-day Magic Your Way pass, 10+

Woo hoo!!! :woohoo:

[inkedupmomma]

:cheer2: HI HI HI!! I'm here!! and your adorable!

[MeMom]

Getting a hard plastic ticket is tempting. Maybe I should get my March one at The Disney Store here before we leave. We're just getting a five day non-hopper since it's a short and simple trip.

I am still sorry you're leaving one day before we get there. I hope you have a great time! You know how awesome I think mom and daughter trips are!

[Philadisney]

:cheer2: HI HI HI!! I'm here!! and your adorable!

Hi! I'm glad you found me! And I'm glad you posted here because I did not realize you had a PTR going and now I am all caught up on it!

Getting a hard plastic ticket is tempting. Maybe I should get my March one at The Disney Store here before we leave. We're just getting a five day non-hopper since it's a short and simple trip.

I am still sorry you're leaving one day before we get there. I hope you have a great time! You know how awesome I think mom and daughter trips are!

I love any excuse to go to the Disney Store ;) With the frequency that we both go to WDW, we will definitely meet up someday!

Madame Leota knows all. ::yes::

Woo hoo!!! :woohoo:

Madame Leota is a wise one! ;) And I'm so glad you posted here because I didn't realize you have a PTR going! Off I go to check it out!

Good luck with the house! We ended up in a similiar situation, we found a house we loved, and found out they had another offer they were considering so we had to move fast! Luckily I knew the owner's mother and called her and we basically got lucky and they did us a favor! It's scary when you find out there are other offers, and just have to go in w/out getting your hopes up! I'm sure you guys will find something you love, sooner or later! good luck and keep us updated!!

I am sorry to say that we didn't get our dream house :sad1: We may have been able to come up with the money, but they would not take an FHA loan for some reason :confused3 Considering we have only looked at 12 houses so far, I know we will just keep looking and eventually find something wonderful! I am so glad you were able to get yours!!

Huh. That's weird. I remember when I went with my family when I was 12, I had goofy on my ticket and I wasn't too pleased. :lmao:

I am so impressed you remember that! And glad you share my mild displeasure with Goofy. I like his old "How-To" cartoons but mostly I think he is a little obnoxious :laughing:

[Lady Lallie]

I love those old "How To" cartoons too!! In fact, I love a lot of the old cartoons. I have been trying to find one where Donald is a sailor and there is a bumblebee and the bumblebee drinks all of the milk out of the coconut. :rotfl: Yes, I am random.

[KathyRN137]

Hello!

I missed some past reports...
Where's the chicken?

Kathy

[Philadisney]

Hello!

I missed some past reports...
Where's the chicken?


Aw, poor Mr. Vacuum! His tale is here (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=27075834&postcount=126). I miss him, but I'm sure he's happy.

I love those old "How To" cartoons too!! In fact, I love a lot of the old cartoons. I have been trying to find one where Donald is a sailor and there is a bumblebee and the bumblebee drinks all of the milk out of the coconut. :rotfl: Yes, I am random.

Oh my gosh I remember that bee! Was it this one? (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHTM1AqROfs)
I love the old Donald theme song. "Who's got the sweetest disposition? One guess - guess who!"

[Beka]

I :love: the spreadsheet. I also :love: dafont.com that lets me use pretty fonts to make my spreadsheets more interesting to look at.

I started my spread sheet this morning. DH just shook his head at me and walked out of the room. :confused: Can't figure out why.

[Lady Lallie]

It's not that cartoon but I remember that one too! I would have never thought to look on youtube! I am going to search some more and if I find it, I will post it for you! :thumbsup2

[Philadisney]

I :love: the spreadsheet. I also :love: dafont.com that lets me use pretty fonts to make my spreadsheets more interesting to look at.

I started my spread sheet this morning. DH just shook his head at me and walked out of the room. :confused: Can't figure out why.

:laughing: My DBF was also really amused by my spreadsheets from our trip last August. He did not understand the need to plan anything but once we got down there he was happy I had been so meticulous!

It's not that cartoon but I remember that one too! I would have never thought to look on youtube! I am going to search some more and if I find it, I will post it for you! :thumbsup2

Yes, please do! I remember the coconut but not much else about that particular cartoon :scratchin

[PrincessAlways]

Hi, just found you. Ready to go along for the ride! :thumbsup2 Tickets! :goodvibes
Do you ever hear anything from the people with What Not To Wear???? Perhaps they'll have you back on one of their reunion shows! :cool1:

[Philadisney]

Hi, just found you. Ready to go along for the ride! :thumbsup2 Tickets! :goodvibes
Do you ever hear anything from the people with What Not To Wear???? Perhaps they'll have you back on one of their reunion shows! :cool1:

Hi! :wave: I did get a call from What Not To Wear about a year after I taped the show. They were considering me for a reunion special but decided my life was too boring :rotfl: They said maybe they'll check in in a year or two and see if I've gotten married, changed jobs, bought a house and had babies yet :rotfl:

[Philadisney]

Found: Series of menus, Orlando-area restaurants

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/menus.jpg

Identified as:

Spoodles
Beaches & Cream
Margaritaville
Narcoossee's
Jiko

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Hi! :wave: I did get a call from What Not To Wear about a year after I taped the show. They were considering me for a reunion special but decided my life was too boring :rotfl: They said maybe they'll check in in a year or two and see if I've gotten married, changed jobs, bought a house and had babies yet :rotfl:

:rotfl:

[Lady Lallie]

Hi! :wave: I did get a call from What Not To Wear about a year after I taped the show. They were considering me for a reunion special but decided my life was too boring :rotfl: They said maybe they'll check in in a year or two and see if I've gotten married, changed jobs, bought a house and had babies yet :rotfl:
:rotfl: Wow.
Found: Series of menus, Orlando-area restaurants

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/menus.jpg

Identified as:

Spoodles
Beaches & Cream
Margaritaville
Narcoossee's
Jiko

Narcoossee's and Jiko!! You don't even know how excited I am that you are going to those two places!! Have you been to either of them before??

[Philadisney]

:rotfl: Wow.


Narcoossee's and Jiko!! You don't even know how excited I am that you are going to those two places!! Have you been to either of them before??

No I've never set foot in either! I can't wait - I even arranged a late dinner at Narcoossee's so hopefully we can watch the fireworks at MK while we eat. I just wish their name was easier to spell, it's such a pain to type out :rotfl:

[PrincessV]

Narcoossee's
:thumbsup2
Jiko
:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

All really good picks, but I absolutely love these two places! :love:

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Hi there,

Just found you!!!!! :cool2: subbing just now - will catch up soon!

I will add that I am insanely jealous that you are going back to WDW so soon after your last trip :sick: - wish it was me!!!

Di x

[29apr00]

Item purchased due to the unfortunate forced retirement of the beloved Alice park bag, officially needing more help than any sewing needle or safety pin can give (RIP)
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/4d67c952.jpg


Aw I LOVE the Alice bag!! Where did you get it? I may need another one...Tinkerbell gets a lot of wear and tear on her too.

Mystical crystal ball, named Leota. Can predict future up to an entire month in advance.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/312leota.jpg


:rotfl: too cute!!

So excited for your next trip!! Just a few more days!!

[Philadisney]

Aw I LOVE the Alice bag!! Where did you get it? I may need another one...Tinkerbell gets a lot of wear and tear on her too.

I actually got it off ebay for a mere $12! I think they used to sell them in the Disney Store but I never saw them there.

Hi there,

Just found you!!!!! :cool2: subbing just now - will catch up soon!

I will add that I am insanely jealous that you are going back to WDW so soon after your last trip :sick: - wish it was me!!!

Di x

I can't believe how soon it is! Last night I wanted to start packing and I was just too tired. I need to hurry up and get moving!! :scared1:

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2

All really good picks, but I absolutely love these two places! :love:

That's exactly what Leslie said! Now I am really excited to check out those restaurants. It helps to hear such glowing recommendations.

[Philadisney]

Found item: trip planning binder including schedules, flight info, menus, and park maps. Battered & clearly reused.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/binder.jpg

[Lady Lallie]

Love the trip binder. I love the Alice graphic, very you. :thumbsup2

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Every good Diser needs a trip planning binder. :thumbsup2

[KatGarcia]

Apparently I have been under a rock and missed this PTR....but I'm here now!!!

[MyMuse]

Ooooohhh, I like the front cover on the binder. I didn't think of that for mine, but I think I may need to rip off that idea. :artist:

Good thing, it's a snow day. ;)

I can do this all day :surfweb: for Disney planning. :lmao:

[29apr00]

Woo for the trip binder!!

[Philadisney]

QUICK NON-DISNEY RELATED QUESTION: So DBF Jack's birthday is Sunday, and I've been thinking for WEEKS and have no idea what to get for him! Leslie I wish he was like you with the emails you send Marc :rotfl: Jack doesn't want or need anything, it seems. Except a BMW, which I can't afford :rolleyes: I'd like to do something creative and useful - for Christmas I gave him a new suitcase and then packed it for him with new sweaters, fancy shower & shave gel, etc. He liked it but obviously I can't do the same thing again :scratchin Any suggestions would be MUCH appreciated!

Back to WDW....where I'll be NEXT WEEK! :eek: I haven't started packing or anything! I am so behind. And I am busy all weekend with Jack's birthday so I have no idea when I'll start getting ready. Eeek!!

Back to Every good Diser needs a trip planning binder. :thumbsup2

Agreed!! Today I'm going to print out my packing list to add to it. I need to get a move on!

Apparently I have been under a rock and missed this PTR....but I'm here now!!!

Hi Kat, you found me! I am actually reading your latest updates right now too. OK, really I am just drooling over your picture of tonga toast and wishing I had some right now.

Ooooohhh, I like the front cover on the binder. I didn't think of that for mine, but I think I may need to rip off that idea. :artist:

Good thing, it's a snow day. ;)

I can do this all day :surfweb: for Disney planning. :lmao:

Ooooh lucky! I wish I had a snow day yesterday. All the schools and many companies shut down but not mine :rolleyes: Of course my family is from Buffalo so I don't understand what the big deal is about the little dusting we got here :laughing:

Woo for the trip binder!!

::yes:: I put a lot of work into something that's going to sit in my hotel room for the majority of the trip :laughing:

Love the trip binder. I love the Alice graphic, very you. :thumbsup2

Thanks! Gotta love Alice. And my mom is a Dory fan all the way. I catch her singing "just keep swimming, just keep swimming" all the time. :laughing:

[MeMom]

I'm right behind you!
Two weeks from today I'll be leaving tomorrow morning! :cool1:

I haven't done anything trip related, since it has been (and still is a tiny bit) so 'iffy'. I'm still not convinced we are going, but it's sliding more and more toward the yes side as the pros, such as mental health, making a video for Jill and Brooklynn, friend time with a long-time friend I rarely get to see any more, etc., outweigh the cons, which is pretty much just the money.

In any event, tell my pal Mickey and all of his friends that MeMom will most likely be hobbling down Disney streets very soon, so they should be ready to be in lots of pictures. :thumbsup2

I hope you come up with something creative and wonderful for a birthday surprise.
Then you better get started on that Disney packing! :sunny:

[jcc0621]

I didn't know you had another trippie going! I'm here and can't wait for the rest. Thanks for the links!:thumbsup2 :goodvibes

[MyMuse]

I made a Disney coversheet for my folder, which I completely ripped off you. :goodvibes

I have 6 Disney logos on the cover - AK, MK, Epcot, HS, DD and Boardwalk - all of which are my places to go!

On the other side, Philly Flower Show tomorrow! Whoo-hoo! :woohoo:

[Turtle]

You could get Jack something like this:



http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/IMG_5372.jpg



;)

BTW, I'll be at Disney the same time as you! I'm going for a two-day b-day celebration March 16 and 17. :dance3:

[Beka]

:banana: :cool1: Your trip is almost here! :cool1: :banana:

What do you put in your notebook? I started one a looong time ago, but am curious to see what others put in theirs.

[JohnMouse]

So, since you're staying at an off-site hotel, did you know that some of the off-site resorts have Stacey's top 7 on their TVs?

Oh, and tell Jack I said happy birthday in advance. He seems to be the proverbial 'man who has everything'. How about getting him something Disney-related....maybe as a joke, get him some princess items.;)

[mousetravel]

Subscribing! I loved your "What not to Wear" trip report!

Is that the same Disney bag that Clinton & Stacy took from you??
(the Alice one)

[Hillary12.8.07]

ok I'm finally all caught up!!

First off-you are so close!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited for you, you're going to have a great time. The weather is BEAUTIFUL there right now, we loved it.

Look at you Ms. Organization! I love your binder and your little menus. Speaking of, you will ADORE Narcoosee's. It was my fave place from our honeymoon, just too expensive to go to on a regular basis. But SO good. The steak and lobster are amazing, and the almond crusted cheesecake is the best dessert ever. Very sweet, but so good. I can't wait to hear all about it!!

And our mens' bdays are one day apart-DH's is Saturday. I haven't gotten him anything either, we don't need useless crap. Do you cook? I think I'm going to cook breakfast for DH in the morning-we don't ever eat a big breakfast but he LOVES it. Are you crafty, can you make something? I'm not very good at coming up with ideas.

And finally-I'm sorry you didn't get the house. We went FHA and were worried about that, but it worked out in our case. And it will in yours too-you just haven't found the right one yet. Good luck, keep us updated!

[Lady Lallie]

TWO DAYS!!

:banana: :banana:

:woohoo: :woohoo:

:wizard: :wizard:

:dance3: :dance3:

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:dancer: :dancer:

:beach: :beach:

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[Philadisney]

Hi everyone! I have been trying desperately to get on here and do an update. Of COURSE, work has been absolutely mad the past week. I am really nervous about missing four days. I am only guaranteeing to check my email once a day in the evenings (though I'll probably do it more than that :rolleyes: I just don't want to feel obligated) while on vacation so hopefully I will be able to relax a bit!

So I know you are all dying to know what I got Jack for his birthday :laughing: This may seem weird, but I made him a special gift. He and I (well, me especially) have recently fallen in love with this ridiculous video game called Left 4 Dead (http://www.l4d.com/) where you chase zombies around Pennsylvania. It's totally silly and fun. Excuse the terrible pictures from my terrible camera, but here is Jack's Zombie Apocolypse Survival Kit:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/IMG_5405.jpg

Inside you can see all the basics: first aid kit, canned goods, matches, glow sticks, Zombie Survival Guide (http://www.amazon.com/Zombie-Survival-Guide-Complete-Protection/dp/1400049628/ref=pd_bbs_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236739150&sr=8-1), even a tin of Fancy Feast for his cat.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/IMG_5408.jpg

And you need a serious weapon to fight zombies, but Jack already has necessities like a hammer, swiss army knife, baseball bat, axe....so I threw a blowtorch in there too. I figured it might be useful when we buy our house, because the way house hunting is going right now we'll probably end up with a serious fixer upper!

ANYWAY....back to Disney....where I'll be in just
TWO DAYS!!


I am more or less packed. I am super excited because I just realized that Southwest is one of the airlines that does not charge for your first checked bag, so I can bring exciting things like bottled water and bug spray. Hooray! I bought an awesome Alice in Wonderland shirt while I was out shopping for Jack the other day, I would take a picture of it but with the way my camera is acting it would look like a big blur, so you'll have to wait for my trip pictures. I borrowed Jack's awesome Nikon camera for the trip, but am freaking out a bit as the battery is dead and neither of us can find the charger :scared: Not sure whose apartment it's at....I've scoured mine and am going to triple check his tomorrow....a late night visit to Best Buy may be in my near future.

Oooh, I found the shirt on Hot Topic's website! (You would be surprised how many Disney things they sell...that's where I go now that my mall's Disney Store closed :sad2: ) Picture me in this (http://www.hottopic.com/hottopic/store/product.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302028401&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442190760&bmUID=1236738537633).


ok I'm finally all caught up!!

First off-you are so close!!!!!!!!!! I'm so excited for you, you're going to have a great time. The weather is BEAUTIFUL there right now, we loved it.

Look at you Ms. Organization! I love your binder and your little menus. Speaking of, you will ADORE Narcoosee's. It was my fave place from our honeymoon, just too expensive to go to on a regular basis. But SO good. The steak and lobster are amazing, and the almond crusted cheesecake is the best dessert ever. Very sweet, but so good. I can't wait to hear all about it!!

And our mens' bdays are one day apart-DH's is Saturday. I haven't gotten him anything either, we don't need useless crap. Do you cook? I think I'm going to cook breakfast for DH in the morning-we don't ever eat a big breakfast but he LOVES it. Are you crafty, can you make something? I'm not very good at coming up with ideas.

And finally-I'm sorry you didn't get the house. We went FHA and were worried about that, but it worked out in our case. And it will in yours too-you just haven't found the right one yet. Good luck, keep us updated!

Hi Hilary! I am so excited about the weather - I just checked and it's sunny with highs in the 80's for our trip! My FAVORITE!

Happy belated birthday to your DH! I hope you guys had a wonderful weekend. Jack was sick the whole time so we just went out to dinner with his friends one night and that was pretty much it. Now I'm paranoid that he might have gotten me sick just in time for my trip :scared: My throat is pretty sore so I have been chugging Airborne and vitamin C like crazy. Eek!

Subscribing! I loved your "What not to Wear" trip report!

Is that the same Disney bag that Clinton & Stacy took from you??
(the Alice one)

No, that was a different bag :rotfl: I had quite a few of them!

So, since you're staying at an off-site hotel, did you know that some of the off-site resorts have Stacey's top 7 on their TVs?

Oh, and tell Jack I said happy birthday in advance. He seems to be the proverbial 'man who has everything'. How about getting him something Disney-related....maybe as a joke, get him some princess items.;)

John you are dead on about Jack....he really does have just about everything....lucky for me he didn't have a blowtorch. Everyone could use one of those :laughing:
I did not know that Stacey made an appearance off property! I will have to keep my eye out :magnify:

:banana: :cool1: Your trip is almost here! :cool1: :banana:

What do you put in your notebook? I started one a looong time ago, but am curious to see what others put in theirs.

Hmmm...it's got menus, my excel spreadsheet, confirmation numbers, park schedules, flight info, maps....i think that's it!


BTW, I'll be at Disney the same time as you! I'm going for a two-day b-day celebration March 16 and 17. :dance3:

Cool, happy almost-birthday! I'll have my lime green mickey head so keep your eye out for me :magnify:

I made a Disney coversheet for my folder, which I completely ripped off you. :goodvibes

I have 6 Disney logos on the cover - AK, MK, Epcot, HS, DD and Boardwalk - all of which are my places to go!

On the other side, Philly Flower Show tomorrow! Whoo-hoo! :woohoo:

Wooo, did you go? I love the Philly Flower Show! I went with my aunt on Sunday, the last day. It was fun but sooo crowded, as usual.

I didn't know you had another trippie going! I'm here and can't wait for the rest. Thanks for the links!:thumbsup2 :goodvibes

Hi! Thanks for finding me! :teeth:

I'm right behind you!
Two weeks from today I'll be leaving tomorrow morning! :cool1:

I haven't done anything trip related, since it has been (and still is a tiny bit) so 'iffy'. I'm still not convinced we are going, but it's sliding more and more toward the yes side as the pros, such as mental health, making a video for Jill and Brooklynn, friend time with a long-time friend I rarely get to see any more, etc., outweigh the cons, which is pretty much just the money.

In any event, tell my pal Mickey and all of his friends that MeMom will most likely be hobbling down Disney streets very soon, so they should be ready to be in lots of pictures. :thumbsup2

I hope you come up with something creative and wonderful for a birthday surprise.
Then you better get started on that Disney packing! :sunny:

Hi MeMom! I hope your trip has slid from the 'iffy' category to the 'definitely' category. I agree that your pros absolutely outweigh the cons. Here's another one for your 'pro' column: A LOT of Disers will be very happy if you take another trip and bring us back lots more pictures and stories!

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

:rotfl: That is such a fun gift, very creative. :thumbsup2

[Hillary12.8.07]

TWO DAYS!!!!!!! You must be getting so SO excited. Chug that airborne girl, you'll be fine!

LOVE that gift, that is awesome. That is a seriously book as well, I gave it as a Christmas gift a few years ago to a friend that is obsessed with zombies, lol. That sucks your BF was sick, but hey, at least then and not on vacation right?

TWO MORE DAYS!

[Lady Lallie]

Awesome Birthday gift!! Very creative and original. :thumbsup2

Have a fabulous trip if I don't make it over here again! :thumbsup2

[Beka]

Jack was sick the whole time so we just went out to dinner with his friends one night and that was pretty much it. Now I'm paranoid that he might have gotten me sick just in time for my trip My throat is pretty sore so I have been chugging Airborne and vitamin C like crazy. Eek!

Try Zycam too! And wash your hands a lot!

[MeMom]

Get better and have a great trip!

I'm home today with a sore throat and fever, but I know that one week from today, I will be in Disney World, so I don't feel all that bad. ;)

[29apr00]

:lmao: Great gift! I'm sure he'll love it!!

[KatGarcia]

My hubby LOVES left for dead! Thats a great and super creative gift!!!

Oh man you'll be there in a snap= have a magical time!!!! Bring some nice weather back up to the east coast with ya, will ya?!

[lurkyloo]

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF YOUR TRIP!!!!

:banana: :banana: :banana:


Remember what it felt like when I was at WDW and you were reading my pre-trip report and were consumed with jealousy because I was there and you were not? No...? Well I do!!! :mad: :rotfl:

[mistydoodles]

I just came across your pretrip report. It looks like you are already there. I hope you are having a wonderful time. I can't wait to read your trip report when you get back. :goodvibes

[Beka]

Tell Mickey I say hello & I'll see him soon! Have fun!

[Philadisney]

:rotfl: That is such a fun gift, very creative. :thumbsup2

Thanks! He was a bit bewildered by it. But I think he liked it!

TWO DAYS!!!!!!! You must be getting so SO excited. Chug that airborne girl, you'll be fine!

LOVE that gift, that is awesome. That is a seriously book as well, I gave it as a Christmas gift a few years ago to a friend that is obsessed with zombies, lol. That sucks your BF was sick, but hey, at least then and not on vacation right?

TWO MORE DAYS!

I have been downing airborne, oranges, vitamin C, and washing my hands every five seconds. So far so good! My throat is sore but that's it. Hopefully I didn't jinx myself :rotfl:

Awesome Birthday gift!! Very creative and original. :thumbsup2

Have a fabulous trip if I don't make it over here again! :thumbsup2

Thanks! So far it is quite fabulous :teeth:

Try Zycam too! And wash your hands a lot!

I'll have to check out Zycam! I have been washing my hands a lot and have a bottle of antibacterial cleanser attached to my hip.

Get better and have a great trip!

I'm home today with a sore throat and fever, but I know that one week from today, I will be in Disney World, so I don't feel all that bad. ;)

Get lots of rest and kick that sickness before you go! I hope you're feeling better already.

:lmao: Great gift! I'm sure he'll love it!!

Thanks! I think he did. He at least liked the blowtorch :rotfl:

My hubby LOVES left for dead! Thats a great and super creative gift!!!

Oh man you'll be there in a snap= have a magical time!!!! Bring some nice weather back up to the east coast with ya, will ya?!

I am borderline obsessed with it! Do you guys have XBox live? We could all play together! Although he might get annoyed with me because even though I love it and play it all the time, I kind of suck at it :rotfl:

Yes the weather here is freakin' gorgeous :cloud9: It's double the temperatures they're having back home in Philly, ha!

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF YOUR TRIP!!!!

:banana: :banana: :banana:


Remember what it felt like when I was at WDW and you were reading my pre-trip report and were consumed with jealousy because I was there and you were not? No...? Well I do!!! :mad: :rotfl:

I do! I am even jealous of myself! Well, my future-self is jealous of my present-self.

I just came across your pretrip report. It looks like you are already there. I hope you are having a wonderful time. I can't wait to read your trip report when you get back. :goodvibes

Hi! :wave: I am having an amazing time. Well I'll be having a better time once we get out of this hotel room and to the parks :laughing:

Tell Mickey I say hello & I'll see him soon! Have fun!
I will, hopefully I'l see him today at Animal Kingdom! :mickeyjum

[Philadisney]

Here I am, coming to you live from WDW! We are having a wonderful time so far. Although mum is moving a bit slow for my tastes today - it's nearly noon and we're still sitting in the hotel room :headache: But soon we'll be off to Animal Kingdom. Wheeeeeee!!

I had to share a funny story about that fabulous Winnie the Pooh bag I bought at the thrift store. I loaded it up and brought it with me on the plane. When we landed and found each other, I excitedly showed my mom the new bag. She gave me a funny look and said, "You know that's a diaper bag, right? It's for babies." :rotfl: I had been wondering why the cell phone pocket on the side was so deep...it's for a baby bottle. Oh well, I still love it!

It's 82 degrees and sunny here and we are having a blast. I am having fun writing notes for the trip report and gathering stuff for scrapbooks. This way I can drag this vacation out for months :p
See ya real soon!

[jcc0621]

:cool1: A live update. Love it! Glad you are having fun. Mooooooooooommmm, get moving...you are wasting precious Disney time!;)

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Have a great time - how can you not? It's The House of the Mouse!

Nappy bag? :lmao: Ah well these are designed for making maximum use of storage!!! :lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Di x

[Philadisney]

Oh and by the way JohnMouse, thanks for the tip - I found Stacy on our hotel TV :happytv:

[Philadisney]

Have a great time - how can you not? It's The House of the Mouse!

Nappy bag? :lmao: Ah well these are designed for making maximum use of storage!!! :lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

Di x

:rotfl: Yes, now it makes sense that it is waterproof! I'm really glad now that the tags were still on it and it hadn't been used.

:cool1: A live update. Love it! Glad you are having fun. Mooooooooooommmm, get moving...you are wasting precious Disney time!;)

I know right? She keeps saying "almost ready..." I've been ready for an hour! :hyper:

[PrincessV]

Here I am, coming to you live from WDW! We are having a wonderful time so far.
YAAAY!!! :banana:

I had to share a funny story about that fabulous Winnie the Pooh bag I bought at the thrift store. I loaded it up and brought it with me on the plane. When we landed and found each other, I excitedly showed my mom the new bag. She gave me a funny look and said, "You know that's a diaper bag, right? It's for babies." :rotfl: I had been wondering why the cell phone pocket on the side was so deep...it's for a baby bottle. Oh well, I still love it!
:rotfl2: These days, they look just like any other tote bag, so enjoy! :thumbsup2

[Hillary12.8.07]

You are off enjoying the Animal Kingdom right now, in beautiful weather, while I'm at school, and its cold and rainy outside. no. fair. Just kidding-I hope you're having a wooooonderful time, I can't wait to hear all about it!

[29apr00]

:rotfl: Diaper Bags hold SOOO MUCH STUFF!! We used ours last year too...although it was a back pack style, not pooh bear. :rotfl:

Have a grea time at AK!

[JohnMouse]

Thank you, Kelly, for finding Stacey on your hotel TV. Remember when she was in AK and she ran up to her boy Mickey squealing like a fangirl? "Turn around, I have to see all of you!" That was so cute! AngieBelle told me she knows the cast member who was the AK Minnie who was told by Stacey that she had a crush on Mickey.:lmao:

Oh, and I just found out that your WNtW episode(with Stacy London, not Stacey J. Aswad hehe)is on again this Tuesday at 6pm ET. I remember you saying "I see princesses" when you were in the NYC Disney store. I hope you see the princesses for real on this trip.

[Lady Lallie]

I hope you are having a fantabulous time!!! :woohoo:

[TheDISneyFamily]

Hey Kelly!!! :hug: I hope you and your mom are having an awesome time! :dance3: I heard the weather is beautiful down there. Make sure you take LOTS of pictures of the Flower & Garden stuff in Epcot. :flower3:

[jwwi]

Have fun, so nice to get an occasional live update...........

[mistydoodles]

Here I am, coming to you live from WDW! We are having a wonderful time so far. Although mum is moving a bit slow for my tastes today - it's nearly noon and we're still sitting in the hotel room :headache: But soon we'll be off to Animal Kingdom. Wheeeeeee!!

I had to share a funny story about that fabulous Winnie the Pooh bag I bought at the thrift store. I loaded it up and brought it with me on the plane. When we landed and found each other, I excitedly showed my mom the new bag. She gave me a funny look and said, "You know that's a diaper bag, right? It's for babies." :rotfl: I had been wondering why the cell phone pocket on the side was so deep...it's for a baby bottle. Oh well, I still love it!

It's 82 degrees and sunny here and we are having a blast. I am having fun writing notes for the trip report and gathering stuff for scrapbooks. This way I can drag this vacation out for months :p
See ya real soon!

That is a funny story about your bag. Thank you for the laugh. It is the first time I have been able to laugh in two days. Friday evening we had to put down our 16 year old Beagle/Bassett dog. Her name was Snickers. I have been crying non-stop since then. Thank you for cheering me up. :thumbsup2

I hope you are having a great trip. :goodvibes

[punkin413]

how did i miss this?????? got lots of catching up to do! :surfweb:

[mousetravel]

Can't wait to read more!
I watched your TLC show again yesterday!

[LISAMWDW]

I missed this too!!!!

Can't wait for the trip report! Hope you had a great time!!princess:

[Philadisney]

:rotfl2: These days, they look just like any other tote bag, so enjoy! :thumbsup2

No one else seemed to notice that it was for infants! :rotfl: It actually worked out really well!

You are off enjoying the Animal Kingdom right now, in beautiful weather, while I'm at school, and its cold and rainy outside. no. fair. Just kidding-I hope you're having a wooooonderful time, I can't wait to hear all about it!

If it makes you feel any better, I am now at my desk taking a break from replying to the 200 emails I had to deal with when I returned to work this morning. Boo! I wish I was back in Orlando!

:rotfl: Diaper Bags hold SOOO MUCH STUFF!! We used ours last year too...although it was a back pack style, not pooh bear. :rotfl:

Have a grea time at AK!

They really do work better than purses I think ;)

Thank you, Kelly, for finding Stacey on your hotel TV. Remember when she was in AK and she ran up to her boy Mickey squealing like a fangirl? "Turn around, I have to see all of you!" That was so cute! AngieBelle told me she knows the cast member who was the AK Minnie who was told by Stacey that she had a crush on Mickey.:lmao:

Oh, and I just found out that your WNtW episode(with Stacy London, not Stacey J. Aswad hehe)is on again this Tuesday at 6pm ET. I remember you saying "I see princesses" when you were in the NYC Disney store. I hope you see the princesses for real on this trip.

Thanks John! I was so excited to find Stacy on our TV, I never would have thought to look for her if you hadn't mentioned it. Also thank you for telling me that my show was on again, I had no idea!

I hope you are having a fantabulous time!!! :woohoo:

It was amazing! and it FLEW by!!!!

Hey Kelly!!! :hug: I hope you and your mom are having an awesome time! :dance3: I heard the weather is beautiful down there. Make sure you take LOTS of pictures of the Flower & Garden stuff in Epcot. :flower3:

Michelle, hi!!! The weather was unbelievable. I was there for 6 days and didn't see a drop of rain! Just blue skies and 80 degrees....boy I wish I was still there now! We went to Epcot the day before the F&G Fest started so I did get some great pictures of what they were setting up. It was a wonderful trip!

Have fun, so nice to get an occasional live update...........

There is something ridiculously fun about posting to the DIS live from WDW :banana: Too bad I only got to do it once!

That is a funny story about your bag. Thank you for the laugh. It is the first time I have been able to laugh in two days. Friday evening we had to put down our 16 year old Beagle/Bassett dog. Her name was Snickers. I have been crying non-stop since then. Thank you for cheering me up. :thumbsup2

I hope you are having a great trip. :goodvibes

Oh my gosh :hug: I am so sorry to hear about Snickers. My 14-year-old "puppy" was put down in July 2007 and I still remember how heartbroken I was when I found out. I am glad my pre-trippie cheered you up a bit and I hope you are feeling better every day. :hug:

how did i miss this?????? got lots of catching up to do! :surfweb:

Hi Erica! :teeth:

Can't wait to read more!
I watched your TLC show again yesterday!

Thanks! I can't wait to get started!!

I missed this too!!!!

Can't wait for the trip report! Hope you had a great time!!princess:

It was an amazing time! The weather was unbelievably gorgeous - not a cloud in the sky!!

[Philadisney]

Hello everyone! I'm back from a fantastical, superamazing, magicous trip! And I'm excited to start my report!

Except for one problem.

Let me take you back to last Wednesday evening. I was frantically scurrying around my apartment looking for the charger to Jack's lovely Nikon camera. I couldn't remember if I had it or if it was at his house. Finally I gave up and went to sleep.

In the morning I went to Jack's, as he was going to look after my car while I was gone and drive me to the airport. As soon as I got to his house I started looking for the charger. It was in the first dresser drawer that I opened. Yay!!!

I opened that camera to take out the battery, and that's when I noticed a big dark cavern where the memory card was supposed to be. Ooops. I had left the card in my laptop. So now I had a charged camera with no memory!

I scrounged up a measley 500 MB card, which was certainly better than nothing. In Florida, I had to take the pictures from each day and put them on my mom's laptop in order to free up space on the card. I had planned to buy a blank CD or SD card at Disney, but they don't sell anything except a jump drive for $40 (yikes!) SOOOO.....I have no pictures of my trip now, and won't until my mother figures out how to burn a CD and mail it to me. Argh!!!

So please standby for the return of your regularly scheduled trip report! :banana:

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Welcome back!

Bummer about forgetting the memory card. :guilty:

[KathyRN137]

:

Oh, and I just found out that your WNtW episode(with Stacy London, not Stacey J. Aswad hehe)is on again this Tuesday at 6pm ET. I remember you saying "I see princesses" when you were in the NYC Disney store. I hope you see the princesses for real on this trip.


Oh, Shoot! Did I miss it AGAIN??? :headache:

DD(13) watches that show all the time now; we could've watched it together!

Rats!!!

Oh, well. Welcome Back!!! :banana:
Can't wait to hear all about it.


Kathy

[lurkyloo]

Say, can your mom just bulk upload all yer pix to Photobucket? Then you could post them immediately! :hyper:

[Lady Lallie]

Welcome Back!!

I can't wait to hear all about your trip! :goodvibes

[goofygal531]

Hi Kelly, welcome home.

Same thing happened to me a few trips back. I brought the wrong memory card and filled it up in one day! Thankfully, DH stopped by the Kodak desk in Expo Hall (the place next to Tony's Town Square in MK). They burned all my photos to a disk for $25.

[2xcited2sleep]

Welcome back! Can't wait to hear all about it!

[MyMuse]

Welcome back! Glad you had a great time! :thumbsup2

[jwhtewolfd]

Cute bag. And cat, of course!

ETA: omg! tony drives me CRAZY playing left 4 dead all the time. he won't even play city of heroes with me anymore!

[Turtle]

Welcome back. Belatedly. I'm glad I haven't really missed anything, I haven't been able to get on the computer. Has your mom mailed the CD yet? :hyper: I feel your pain. I forgot my camera when we went and had to rely on my sis-in-law for pics. :headache:

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Waiting......(im)patiently popcorn::
Still no sign of the photos?

Di x

[jwwi]

Can't wait to hear about your trip. Off topic-I was in Philly last weekend for a funeral, not a good reason to be there, but it was so nice to see all my cousins. Thought about you a few times. We really enjoyed the water ice from Rita's. Went to Atlantic City and won some money too.

[MiaBella05]

popcorn:: welcome back, can't wait to read about your adventures! popcorn::

[MyMuse]

Where didya go? :confused3

Hope all is A-:thumbsup2

[MinnieNurse]

Just found your report and excited to hear more. I love your creativity.

I cannot believe you were on What not to wear. That is so cool. I watch it all the time. I want to see your episode now-I wander if I already saw it. Anyone know when it will be on again?? DS (10) wants to send me there. I told him no way, because I dont want them taking all my beloved Disney shirts and crocs!:rotfl:

[inkedupmomma]

popcorn:: just sayin.. let's go already.. ;)

[Philadisney]

Hi everyone! I apologize for disappearing. My dear beloved tech-challenged mother still has not figured out how to purchase a blank CD and burn pictures to it. She had promised to work on it this weekend so hopefully I'll have my pictures soon. It is driving me crazy not being able to start my TR but I really want to include pictures! :hyper: Please stay tuned and I will update the title once I am able to get this show on the road!

Just found your report and excited to hear more. I love your creativity.

I cannot believe you were on What not to wear. That is so cool. I watch it all the time. I want to see your episode now-I wander if I already saw it. Anyone know when it will be on again?? DS (10) wants to send me there. I told him no way, because I dont want them taking all my beloved Disney shirts and crocs!:rotfl:

Hmmm, I don't know when it will be on again, but you can watch it online thanks to a dear DISer here (http://disboards.com/showpost.php?p=28194549&postcount=1172).

Where didya go? :confused3

Hope all is A-:thumbsup2

I'm fine, just a little annoyed and impatient!! :laughing:

popcorn:: welcome back, can't wait to read about your adventures! popcorn::

Me either! I am trying to make this a fun, different kind of trip report. I just hope my pictures come soon and my mother doesn't accidentally delete them all or something :scared:

Can't wait to hear about your trip. Off topic-I was in Philly last weekend for a funeral, not a good reason to be there, but it was so nice to see all my cousins. Thought about you a few times. We really enjoyed the water ice from Rita's. Went to Atlantic City and won some money too.

Oh no, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you enjoyed checking out Philly. I love Rita's! Did you try their new mystery flavor?

Waiting......(im)patiently popcorn::
Still no sign of the photos?

Di x

Nope! It's making me crazy!

Welcome back. Belatedly. I'm glad I haven't really missed anything, I haven't been able to get on the computer. Has your mom mailed the CD yet? :hyper: I feel your pain. I forgot my camera when we went and had to rely on my sis-in-law for pics. :headache:

It's hard enough to rely on someone else for pics, and even worse when they are very busy and not tech-savy. Hopefully I'll be able to start this thing by Memorial Day! :rolleyes:

Cute bag. And cat, of course!

ETA: omg! tony drives me CRAZY playing left 4 dead all the time. he won't even play city of heroes with me anymore!

I do the same to my boyfriend and roommate. Left 4 Dead is all I want to play, round the clock :laughing: I love Louis!


Hi Kelly, welcome home.

Same thing happened to me a few trips back. I brought the wrong memory card and filled it up in one day! Thankfully, DH stopped by the Kodak desk in Expo Hall (the place next to Tony's Town Square in MK). They burned all my photos to a disk for $25.

I've done that before but would have had to spend hundreds to do it this time since the card needed to be emptied every day :headache: Argh! I was so mad at myself. I really should have gone to a pharmacy before the trip ended and bought a blank CD so I could burn the pictures myself.

Welcome Back!!

I can't wait to hear all about your trip! :goodvibes

I can't wait to tell you all about it! :laughing: Hopefully soooon!

Say, can your mom just bulk upload all yer pix to Photobucket? Then you could post them immediately! :hyper:

She did offer to do that but I need the hi-rez versions anyway, and I have a feeling it would take her just as long to figure out how to work photobucket :laughing: Poor mom! Oh well, now I can use this time to try and catch up on all the TR's I've been missing out on (like yours!).

Oh, Shoot! Did I miss it AGAIN??? :headache:

DD(13) watches that show all the time now; we could've watched it together!

Rats!!!

Oh, well. Welcome Back!!! :banana:
Can't wait to hear all about it.


Kathy

Thanks! Can't say I am glad to be back :laughing: But it was a wonderful trip!

Welcome back!

Bummer about forgetting the memory card. :guilty:


I know :headache: Could have been worse, I could have forgotten the whole camera!

[Philadisney]

popcorn:: just sayin.. let's go already.. ;)

:rotfl::rotfl: I wish!!! Blame my mother, not me!! I suppose I could start the TR, but to paraphrase Alice in Wonderland, what's the use of a TR without pictures?

[inkedupmomma]

:rotfl::rotfl: I wish!!! Blame my mother, not me!! I suppose I could start the TR, but to paraphrase Alice in Wonderland, what's the use of a TR without pictures?

well what is she waiting for..can I have her email address?

[MyMuse]

:rotfl::rotfl: I wish!!! Blame my mother, not me!! I suppose I could start the TR, but to paraphrase Alice in Wonderland, what's the use of a TR without pictures?

LOL! I'm almost finished with mine and I didn't post any pictures. But I will soon! I'm waiting on my photopass pictures and I need to switch online services. The one I have now doesn't allow for individual links. :headache:

[Jennifer48]

I don't know how I missed your PTR! Glad I made it over before your TR started though! :goodvibes

[LISAMWDW]

I'll be waiting!

[Philadisney]

I'll be waiting!

I don't know how I missed your PTR! Glad I made it over before your TR started though! :goodvibes

LOL! I'm almost finished with mine and I didn't post any pictures. But I will soon! I'm waiting on my photopass pictures and I need to switch online services. The one I have now doesn't allow for individual links. :headache:

well what is she waiting for..can I have her email address?

OK, so I do have some news - my mother said she made the CD....and gave it to my dad to mail...so hopefully I will have it soon. Hooray!!

At least all this waiting around has given me time to finish my scrapbook from my last trip :rotfl: that only took me 7 months!

[lurkyloo]

OMG - now can you finish my wedding album for me? :rotfl2:

[Philadisney]

Dear Momma,

Thank you so much for sending me that blank CD. Next time, please send one with pictures on it.

Love,
Kelly

[Philadisney]

So as y'all can see, Operation Picture CD was a big FAIL. The good news is that my mother is visiting me this week so she can just bring her darn laptop with her, and I can steal my pictures back myself. The reason my mom is coming to visit is because we are meeting with the mortgage guy and taking a look at the house I will hopefully be putting an offer on (hope I didn't just jinx myself). Squeee!!!! Cross your fingers for me...

OMG - now can you finish my wedding album for me? :rotfl2:

So you had time to edit a video of Patrick dancing wildly in front of various Epcot landmarks, but you haven't finished your wedding album? Priorities, Carrie! :teeth:

[jcc0621]

The reason my mom is coming to visit is because we are meeting with the mortgage guy and taking a look at the house I will hopefully be putting an offer on (hope I didn't just jinx myself). Squeee!!!! Cross your fingers for me...

Oooooh where? In the city?

[29apr00]

Good luck on the house! Come on with the pictures MOM!!!

[inkedupmomma]

wow! how exciting girlfriend!! Uhm.. we live so close..we still have to do a meet up! I love that your momma sent a blank cd..at least she tried!

[PrincessV]

Dear Momma,

Thank you so much for sending me that blank CD. Next time, please send one with pictures on it.

Love,
Kelly

Oh no! :lmao: I'm sorry Kelly!

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Dear Momma,

Thank you so much for sending me that blank CD. Next time, please send one with pictures on it.

Love,
Kelly

D'oh!!!!!:headache::headache:

Good luck with the house!!!!!!! You do know though, that once you have a mortgage, you are then officially termed a 'grown-up'!!!!!!!! :scared1::hug::lmao:

Di x

[jcc0621]

Dear Momma,

Thank you so much for sending me that blank CD. Next time, please send one with pictures on it.

Love,
Kelly

I'm sorry but my mother would do exactly the same thing:lmao:

[Jennifer48]

Oh silly mamma! can't blame her though. My mom can barely search the web, never mind burn a CD! :rotfl:

*fingers crossed* about your home buying! :goodvibes

[Turtle]

Aw. Tell your mom not to feel bad. My mom can't even turn the computer on.

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

:rotfl: Sounds like something my mom would do.

[KathyRN137]

Dear Momma,

Thank you so much for sending me that blank CD. Next time, please send one with pictures on it.

Love,
Kelly


:lmao: I'm sorry, but that's funny! I don't care who you are, that's funny!:lmao:


Kathy

**Good luck with the house! :thumbsup2

[jwhtewolfd]

SO funny about the blank cd.

Good luck with the house. Buying mine was the best thing I've ever done - except during hurricane season. :scared1:

I actually have an assesor coming this week. I'm about to refinance to 4.7%!:woohoo:

[Beka]

Good luck with the house! We looked at 50 before we got the one for us! :thumbsup2

[Philadisney]

Hi everyone! So I finally have all the pictures, yay!! I am working on uploading them to photobucket now. I hope to finally start this TR tomorrow.
I probably won't be able to start it until tomorrow because I am going to meet my realtor tonight and sign some papers!! :hyper: I don't like to count my chickens before they are hatched (as much as I do love chickens), but it looks like this house will be mine! It's about 25 minutes outside of Philly and has a huge beautiful yard and is just adorable. Hooray!
Thank you all for hanging in there with me while I've been working on getting this show on the road!

[bucci818]

Hi Kelly! I was a lurker on your other trip report and on your PTR. I can't wait to read about your trip! I live in Montgomery County,PA. Which way out of Philly are you headed? Good luck with everything!!:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

[Beka]

Hi everyone! So I finally have all the pictures, yay!! I am working on uploading them to photobucket now. I hope to finally start this TR tomorrow.
I probably won't be able to start it until tomorrow because I am going to meet my realtor tonight and sign some papers!! :hyper: I don't like to count my chickens before they are hatched (as much as I do love chickens), but it looks like this house will be mine! It's about 25 minutes outside of Philly and has a huge beautiful yard and is just adorable. Hooray!
Thank you all for hanging in there with me while I've been working on getting this show on the road!


Will you share pics of the house? I'm excited for you! Being a homeowner is awesome! I can say that, cuz we've rented since '02, and bought our house last year.

[Lady Lallie]

Good Luck with the house!

I am so excited that you have your pictures now! :goodvibes

[Jennifer48]

Congrats *knock on wood* on the house AND getting photos! :woohoo:

[Philadisney]

Hi Kelly! I was a lurker on your other trip report and on your PTR. I can't wait to read about your trip! I live in Montgomery County,PA. Which way out of Philly are you headed? Good luck with everything!!:goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

Hi, I live in Montgomery County now, Jenkintown! I'll be moving to the Norristown area. Thanks for the comments :)

Will you share pics of the house? I'm excited for you! Being a homeowner is awesome! I can say that, cuz we've rented since '02, and bought our house last year.

Yes, though I'm going to wait til I actually own it - don't want to jinx myself! :hyper:

Good Luck with the house!

I am so excited that you have your pictures now! :goodvibes

Thanks, so am I! I am going to try and finish uploading them to Photobucket tonight before Jack comes over - we are coloring Easter eggs tonight :laughing:

Congrats *knock on wood* on the house AND getting photos! :woohoo:

Thanks! I feel like I have been waiting forever. It was kind of fun because I had already forgotten a lot of the things I had taken pictures of :rotfl:

[Hillary12.8.07]

I was coming to finally get caught up, and am glad I haven't gotten too far behind!! I'm excited to read all about your trip!

CONGRATS on the house...I hope it all works out! I can't wait to see pictures of it, how exciting! Have fun doing Easter eggs tonight..we are doing the same thing!

[MinnieNurse]

A new house-how exciting. Cant wait to see pictures from your trip. :banana:

[bucci818]

Hi, I live in Montgomery County now, Jenkintown! I'll be moving to the Norristown area. Thanks for the comments :)


I grew up in Glenside! Now I live in Harleysville. Wishing you luck with everything!:goodvibes Now, I just need to wait for the trip report...popcorn::

[Philadisney]

I grew up in Glenside! Now I live in Harleysville. Wishing you luck with everything!:goodvibes Now, I just need to wait for the trip report...popcorn::

Small world!! My realtor is in Glenside. Just need to do the home inspection on the house and it's mine :banana:

A new house-how exciting. Cant wait to see pictures from your trip. :banana:

Thanks!! Almost there - I'm uploading them all right now :surfweb:

I was coming to finally get caught up, and am glad I haven't gotten too far behind!! I'm excited to read all about your trip!

CONGRATS on the house...I hope it all works out! I can't wait to see pictures of it, how exciting! Have fun doing Easter eggs tonight..we are doing the same thing!

Thanks, I'm so excited about the house! And the Easter eggs too :teeth: We got the sparkly kind. :thumbsup2

[Philadisney]

Travel journal, approx. half-filled

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/DSC_0319.jpg

Scribbly contents are nearly indecipherable, but seem to chronicle the entire journey to Orlando of March 2009.

First page reads:

This morning, after a long strenuous night of fighting zombies and corresponding with colleagues, I rose refreshed at the quite early hour of 8 o’clock. My dear companion Jack graciously agreed to transport me to the airport in his fine auto. After bidding a fond farewell to him at the entrance to the terminal, and to my large suitcase stuffed with bottled water and Disney t-shirts at the baggage counter, I made it through security. One chair tea and breakfast panini later, I was sitting in a lovely waiting area preparing to board my flying machine to the mysterious southern land of….ORLANDO.

[mistydoodles]

Congratulations on the house. I am so excited for you.!!!! :banana::banana:

I also want to thank you for the kind comments about my dog. I really appreciate it. I stupidly decided to watch Marley and Me a few days ago and that brought me right back to how I was feeling after we put her down but now I am getting back to normal. :thumbsup2 Thanks again.

I can't wait to see pictures of your new house and from your trip!!! Have a good night. :goodvibes

[inkedupmomma]

Kelly, I love you now more than ever!! John's mom lives in Norristown and I hatee visiting her.. Please can I use visiting you as an excuse EVERYTIME I have to go there?? Pretty please...with a cherry and sprinkles on top?:lovestruc

[2xcited2sleep]

Exciting news about the house! :yay: Looking forward to hearing about your trip! popcorn::

[Philadisney]

After landing in Orlando, my plane ride spent watching the exploits of fellow adventurer Ben Gates in his film ‘National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets’ (unimpressed).

fig A.
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/national_treasure2.jpg

I left the aircraft and made my first discovery: a long tube filled with a series of small cars intended to whisk you away to the main terminal!

fig B:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0002-3.jpg

I cautiously stepped aboard and then disembarked mere minutes later. While admiring the fountain, my peaceful silence was broken suddenly – a creature was racing towards me, shouting and waving its arms as if primed for attack!

fig C:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0003-2.jpg

Oh. It is just Mother.

To the bowels of the airport we went, to select our vehicle for the week. I admired the fine HHR, which Mother rejected in favor of a Pontiac. Blast!

fig D:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0114-1.jpg

I had brought my dear friend Alma along, an expert navigator.

fig E (likeness):
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/trip%20report/alma.jpg

She led us to the lovely Rosen Centre, where I unpacked with gusto!

fig F:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0005-2.jpg

Soon we were eager to venture out again, and Alma led us toward an exciting land full of promise, entertainment, and salt water taffy!

Getting there was somewhat difficult, even with Alma’s help, as Mother was quite convinced that Downtown Disney and the Boardwalk are the same place. She kept trying to turn toward DTD. I assured her that she was mistaken.

fig G:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0006-2.jpg

The air was clean and warm and gorgeous! Soon we were meandering through the shops. Then a visit to the bakery was in order for a fruit tart, which was unfortunately devoured before I could create a photographic record of it.

fig H:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0008-4.jpg

With time to spare, we explored the Boardwalk resort.

figs I-J:
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0010-3.jpg


Here I made a fabulous discovery – the Belle Vue Room.

fig K:
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We learned that we would be drinking top secret beverages, as our IDs were both checked before we were permitted to order. Mother went for the Pina Colava, while I indulged in the Strawberry Lychee Margarita. I am fairly certain this is the nectar of the gods – observe my enjoyment!

fig L:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0017-2.jpg

We wandered down to the sweets shop (a strange place selling coloured dust and mammoth cookies) before stumbling across a lovely little Mediterranean restaurant, Spoodles. We were seated at a lovely outside table, a prime spot for observing the locals. Families on surrey bikes occasionally plowed through the masses of meanderers. We dive into Mediterranean Dips (feta, hummus, curry, cucumber yogurt), divine bread, shrimp linguini, and butternut squash. Mother the survivalist insists on boxing up the leftover bread and dip, which we lug around all evening and then throw out.

figs M-O:
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0020-3.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0019-3.jpg

Dinner was delicious, and I am relieved to learn how delightful the local Orlando cuisine is. After eating, we still had more exploring to do!

[Philadisney]

Exciting news about the house! :yay: Looking forward to hearing about your trip! popcorn::

Thanks! I am so excited, we have our home inspection on Friday. Can't wait!

Kelly, I love you now more than ever!! John's mom lives in Norristown and I hatee visiting her.. Please can I use visiting you as an excuse EVERYTIME I have to go there?? Pretty please...with a cherry and sprinkles on top?:lovestruc

What a small world!! We'll have to hang out at the King of Prussia Disney Store ::yes::

Congratulations on the house. I am so excited for you.!!!! :banana::banana:

I also want to thank you for the kind comments about my dog. I really appreciate it. I stupidly decided to watch Marley and Me a few days ago and that brought me right back to how I was feeling after we put her down but now I am getting back to normal. :thumbsup2 Thanks again.

I can't wait to see pictures of your new house and from your trip!!! Have a good night. :goodvibes

Oh I can never watch animal movies...they are always heartbreaking! I am glad you are feeling better. :hug:
I am so excited about the house! Once I'm sure it's "mine", I'll post some pics.

[Lady Lallie]

Yay! You have arrived! Spoodles looks yummy, I'm kinda sad it is closing before I got to try it. :sad2:

[inkedupmomma]

Great update..although i needed my magnifying glass to read it!:lmao: and great idea about the KOP disney store:thumbsup2

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Hurray, you started! I think I am going to try and check out the Boardwalk this visit. Three visits to WDW and I still haven't been over there. :sad2:

[2xcited2sleep]

Great start! You do look quite happy with your strawberry margarita on the porch at Boardwalk. That looks like a great place to take a break and relax... I'm making a mental note!

Spoodles looks great too and like LL I am a little sad it will be closing before I have a chance to try it!

[Jennifer48]

:woohoo: for the beginning! and what a beginning it is! Know what it reminds me of? Uncle Traveling Matt's postcards to his nephew on Fraggle Rock. I love it! :goodvibes

[Philadisney]

Yay! You have arrived! Spoodles looks yummy, I'm kinda sad it is closing before I got to try it. :sad2:

I'm glad we got to try it, I didn't even realize at the time that it was closing so we lucked out. My entree was kind of forgettable but mom's butternut squash ravioli and the dips were phenomenal!! Jiko also has a dip sampler appetizer like that but I liked Spoodles much better.

Great update..although i needed my magnifying glass to read it!:lmao: and great idea about the KOP disney store:thumbsup2

Whoops! Sorry bout that, I made it a little bigger :magnify:

Hurray, you started! I think I am going to try and check out the Boardwalk this visit. Three visits to WDW and I still haven't been over there. :sad2:

It's definitely worth checking out! I highly recommend Jellyrolls - love it there! It's a shame that Spoodles will be gone soon but I've heard that Flying Fish is really good too.

Great start! You do look quite happy with your strawberry margarita on the porch at Boardwalk. That looks like a great place to take a break and relax... I'm making a mental note!

Spoodles looks great too and like LL I am a little sad it will be closing before I have a chance to try it!

I loved how that bar was set up like an old library type lounge. The bartender was a dear and the drinks were so good. Here's my mom with both our drinks, she looks REALLY excited :laughing:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0014-3.jpg

[Philadisney]

:woohoo: for the beginning! and what a beginning it is! Know what it reminds me of? Uncle Traveling Matt's postcards to his nephew on Fraggle Rock. I love it! :goodvibes

oh boy what a great compliment, I love Uncle Matt!! :teeth:

[Dr_Finkelstein]

:cool1::cool1:You've started!!!!!
Loving it already!!!
The margharita sounds scrummy!

Di x

[29apr00]

yeah what a great start!! looks good!

Congrats on the house!!

[MeMom]

fig C:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0003-2.jpg

Oh. It is just Mother.

Soon we were eager to venture out again, and Alma led us toward an exciting land full of promise, entertainment, and salt water taffy!

Getting there was somewhat difficult, even with Alma’s help, as Mother was quite convinced that Downtown Disney and the Boardwalk are the same place. She kept trying to turn toward DTD. I assured her that she was mistaken.



We wandered down to the sweets shop (a strange place selling coloured dust and mammoth cookies) before stumbling across a lovely little Mediterranean restaurant, Spoodles. We were seated at a lovely outside table, a prime spot for observing the locals. Families on surrey bikes occasionally plowed through the masses of meanderers. We dive into Mediterranean Dips (feta, hummus, curry, cucumber yogurt), divine bread, shrimp linguini, and butternut squash. Mother the survivalist insists on boxing up the leftover bread and dip, which we lug around all evening and then throw out.




Just Mother?
Shame on you!
You know she is a saint!
All moms are. :goodvibes

When did she admit defeat and proclaim that DTD and Boardwalk are not the same place?

Lugging things around only to throw them out later...Jill will tell you I do the same thing. When she sees me putting ziplock bags in my purse, she rolls her eyes and wonders aloud what wonderful half-eaten treasures I might carry in them later in the day. :rotfl:

I guess it's what us old folks do since we went through the Depression and all. (Only we didn't go through the Depression. We have no excuse - just hate to throw away food.)

I'm looking forward to seeing and hearing more about your new abode! :cool1:

[2xcited2sleep]

I loved how that bar was set up like an old library type lounge. The bartender was a dear and the drinks were so good. Here's my mom with both our drinks, she looks REALLY excited :laughing:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0014-3.jpg

Well now I really have to try it! Thanks for the recommendation! :goodvibes

[bucci818]

What a great start!!:yay::woohoo: Can't wait for the next update. popcorn:: Good luck today with the home inspection! :goodvibes:goodvibes

[PrincessV]

Here I made a fabulous discovery – the Belle Vue Room.
Oooo, one of my favorite places! :cloud9:

Mother the survivalist insists on boxing up the leftover bread and dip, which we lug around all evening and then throw out.
:lmao: Must be a mother thing - mine did the same with Le Cellier!

[Philadisney]

We meandered further down the Boardwalk, coming across a very curious little sprite, whose name I discovered was Craig. The delightful little man was tossing around bananas, juggling hats, squeaking, and even pouncing on passerbys and forcing them to engage in his bizarre activities. I had a wonderful time observing him (from a safe distance, of course).

figs A-C:
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0026-3.jpg

Eventually Craig scurried away, and we continued on, finding ourselves in a most glamorous resort.

fig D:
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Mother and I were eager to purchase some artifacts from the local market here, and found some splendid bargains at Daisy’s Garden, where to my dismay we did not get to meet Daisy or visit a garden.

fig E:
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We found a gallery featuring the work of background artist James Coleman

fig F:
http://www.genesisgalleryhawaii.com/JamesColeman/jco_AlohaDreams.jpg

and also stumbled upon a small boutique where I had the chance to speak with one of the local merchants, Stephen, while Mother purchased a purse from him at the sales counter. I was entranced by the colorful red, blue, and yellow bottles placed next to him at the register. I doused myself in the yellow substance, which smelled like peaches. Mother is intrigued by the red bottle, fails to turn the nozzle properly, and accidentally soaks me in that scent too. I smell pretty! Stephen is amused.

Walking back towards the Boardwalk, I am terrified when the sky starts exploding!

fig G:
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Despite my horrified screams and attempts to dive for cover, none of the other visitors seem concerned. The ordeal is over soon enough and we emerged unharmed, and Mother and I walk into a building with a large sign that reads JELLYROLLS.

Inside, we score a seat at a small table. To our left is a fellow adventurer from Texas who is absolutely giddy. I tell the waitress I’ll have whatever he’s having. She supplies a giant blue drink nearly twice the size of my head.

On stage sit two men billed as “dueling pianists,” but to my dismay neither seems interested in physically battling the other.

fig H:
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I notice other patrons occasionally running up to place money and handwritten notes atop the pianos. I also notice that the pianist on the left is extremely gorgeous. He is playing with such skill and speed that all the photos I take of him are blurry, as his hands move across the piano keys with the speed of light.

fig I:
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I write my phone number on a napkin and leave it on his piano with $5. He looks at it and says, “I don’t know that one.” Then he announces that they’re playing all requests tonight, so write your favorite song down and bring it up to him. I wish he had explained that before I threw away my $5. I comply, only to be called out again when the handsome creature reads my next napkin and admits that they are looking more for pop songs, and as much as they would like to, cannot play Ornette Coleman’s improv opus “Free Jazz” (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEdZ68nKOCA). I try a final time with the classic Elton John song “I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Blues” (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecU-e0XUMd8) and give up for good when that never gets played. I still enjoy hearing some of Orlando’s finest local music, such as a fabulous medley of Disney tunes. The pianists also play songs by Dave Matthews Band, Journey and Jimmy Buffet.

After a couple of hours, we stagger out of Jellyrolls and Alma leads us back to the Rosen Centre.

fig J:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0041-3.jpg

Tomorrow will be a busy day as we travel on an expedition through the wilderness of Asia, Africa and beyond!

[Philadisney]

Hi everyone - sorry it took me so long to update again, I was very busy with house-stuff. I am really sad to say that I will not be going through with the purchase on the little house I had fallen in love with - the home inspection was a disaster :sad1: The inspector said the crawl space was the worst he had EVER seen and that at best, we were looking at $50,000 of repairs and at worst, the whole thing would need to be bulldozed! I am really bummed, but hopefully we'll just keep looking and something better will turn up soon.

:lmao: Must be a mother thing - mine did the same with Le Cellier!

I am usually all about saving food, but I just knew we'd never get around to eating leftover rolls from Spoodles....I was right!

What a great start!!:yay::woohoo: Can't wait for the next update. popcorn::

Thanks! :teeth:

Well now I really have to try it! Thanks for the recommendation! :goodvibes

So good - I wish I had ordered that stawberry lychee margarita again, i think it was the best drink of the trip!

Just Mother?
Shame on you!
You know she is a saint!
All moms are. :goodvibes

When did she admit defeat and proclaim that DTD and Boardwalk are not the same place?:

::yes:: Yes, my mother is a saint indeed! Although she did remain confused about the Downtown Disney/Boardwalk thing for the remainder of the trip :rotfl:

yeah what a great start!! looks good!


Yay, thanks for sticking with me! :teeth:

[2xcited2sleep]

Hi everyone - sorry it took me so long to update again, I was very busy with house-stuff. I am really sad to say that I will not be going through with the purchase on the little house I had fallen in love with - the home inspection was a disaster :sad1: The inspector said the crawl space was the worst he had EVER seen and that at best, we were looking at $50,000 of repairs and at worst, the whole thing would need to be bulldozed! I am really bummed, but hopefully we'll just keep looking and something better will turn up soon.

Argh! I'm so sorry! :hug: But better to find that stuff out before you are the owner! I firmly believe house-hunting is like dating and you have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince. Hang in there. The right house is out there! :)

Great update! I have yet to try Jelly Rolls.

[lurkyloo]

We meandered further down the Boardwalk, coming across a very curious little sprite, whose name I discovered was Craig. The delightful little man was tossing around bananas, juggling hats, squeaking, and even pouncing on passerbys and forcing them to engage in his bizarre activities.

I think you must've had Strawberry Lychee Margarita Goggles on - I have never ever seen any kind of performer on the BoardWalk when we've visited.... :sad1:

[KathyRN137]

Mother the survivalist insists on boxing up the leftover bread and dip, which we lug around all evening and then throw out.



I loved this line!! :rotfl:

Kathy

P.S. Sorry the house didn't pass inspection.... well at least you found out now.

[PrincessAlways]

Sorry to hear about the house. I'm sure something is out there for you!
I have not see the Belle Vue Room. Where is that?
Don't you just love those Boardwalk entertainers? They're certainly unique!

[29apr00]

:rotfl: love the description of JellyRolls!

Sorry about the house, but atleast you found out before it was too late.

[Lady Lallie]

I adore your travel journal, it's so much fun to read!

I am so sorry about the house but it will be worth it in the long run. I am sure you will find something soon. :hug:

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

So sorry that the house didn't work out, just means that there is something better out there for you!

Loved your description of Jellyrolls. :rotfl:

[mistydoodles]

I'm sorry to hear about the house. Trust me though, you will eventually find the house that is meant for you. It may take a little longer but it will come along. :goodvibes

I really enjoyed your update. I have never gone to Jellyrolls but it sounds like it is a lot of fun. I can't wait to read more about your trip.

[bucci818]

Another great update!:cool1:
So sorry about the house. :sad1: We had the same problem when we where buying a house....only ours needed work in the crawl space and a new roof inside and out! :scared1: Then we found a better one, in a better neighborhood.:) There is a house out there for you!! :hug:

[Turtle]

I doused myself in the yellow substance, which smelled like peaches. Mother is intrigued by the red bottle, fails to turn the nozzle properly, and accidentally soaks me in that scent too. I smell pretty! Stephen is amused.


I love this part, it made me smile. Sorry about the house. :hug:

[Jennifer48]

Sorry about the house. Better to have found out early that it needed such work! :hug:

How much is the cover to get into Jellyrolls?

[OhMari]

I just moved you over to our regular boards.

I just came home yesterday.

We drove past the hotel you stayed at everyday.

We were down the road at another high rise hotel like yours.
I'm to embarassed to say the name, because we are definately
not "Ritz" people. LOL.

[LISAMWDW]

Yeah! The trip report is started! And off to a great start I'd say! Very funny tone!

Sorry about the house! Don't worry though, you'll find one that you will like even better! Everything happens for a reason!

[Dr_Finkelstein]

What a shame about the house, but at least you had the bad news before you bought!
Jellyrolls sounds like fun - shame you wasted your $5!!!!!!!!! It obviously wasn't that kind of requests!!! :lmao:

Di x

[Philadisney]

I am so behind - granted in addition to aggressively continuing my house hunt and working 'round the clock, I've also been super sick. Hooray for allergy season! I hope to get an update in tonight :surfweb:

What a shame about the house, but at least you had the bad news before you bought!
Jellyrolls sounds like fun - shame you wasted your $5!!!!!!!!! It obviously wasn't that kind of requests!!! :lmao:


That's true! We'll keep looking. Hopefully something will come along. I LOVE Jellyrolls, I recommend it to everyone!

Yeah! The trip report is started! And off to a great start I'd say! Very funny tone!

Sorry about the house! Don't worry though, you'll find one that you will like even better! Everything happens for a reason!

Thanks! I hope you are right!

I just moved you over to our regular boards.

I just came home yesterday.

We drove past the hotel you stayed at everyday.

We were down the road at another high rise hotel like yours.
I'm to embarassed to say the name, because we are definately
not "Ritz" people. LOL.

Aw, you saw my beloved Rosen Centre! I miss it so. Welcome back! And thanks for the move.

Sorry about the house. Better to have found out early that it needed such work! :hug:

How much is the cover to get into Jellyrolls?

Thanks :) I think the cover is $10 per person. Pretty much the cost of a movie and way more entertaining!

I love this part, it made me smile. Sorry about the house. :hug:

Thanks :) We'll find something eventually....we'll "just keep swimming, just keep swimming"

Another great update!:cool1:
So sorry about the house. :sad1: We had the same problem when we where buying a house....only ours needed work in the crawl space and a new roof inside and out! :scared1: Then we found a better one, in a better neighborhood.:) There is a house out there for you!! :hug:

Thanks for the encouragement! I'm glad it worked out for you. Gives me hope :laughing:

I'm sorry to hear about the house. Trust me though, you will eventually find the house that is meant for you. It may take a little longer but it will come along. :goodvibes

I really enjoyed your update. I have never gone to Jellyrolls but it sounds like it is a lot of fun. I can't wait to read more about your trip.

Thanks! Jellyrolls is so much fun. If you can get away with an adults-only evening, it's definitely worth checking out.

So sorry that the house didn't work out, just means that there is something better out there for you!
Loved your description of Jellyrolls. :rotfl:

Hopefully you're right! Thanks Lessa!

I adore your travel journal, it's so much fun to read!

I am so sorry about the house but it will be worth it in the long run. I am sure you will find something soon. :hug:

Thanks LL - I need to catch up on your PTR too. I need my LL's pics of the day!!

:rotfl: love the description of JellyRolls!

Sorry about the house, but atleast you found out before it was too late.

True! We definitely would have been in trouble otherwise :scared1:

Sorry to hear about the house. I'm sure something is out there for you!
I have not see the Belle Vue Room. Where is that?
Don't you just love those Boardwalk entertainers? They're certainly unique!

The Belle Vue is in the Boardwalk. If you are standing in the little courtyard and looking out at the water, it is up the stairs to your left. It was such a neat little find!

I loved this line!! :rotfl:

Kathy

P.S. Sorry the house didn't pass inspection.... well at least you found out now.

Thank you! :teeth:

I think you must've had Strawberry Lychee Margarita Goggles on - I have never ever seen any kind of performer on the BoardWalk when we've visited.... :sad1:

None? Ever?? Gasp! Now you have another reason to go back there. Find loveable Craig!

Argh! I'm so sorry! :hug: But better to find that stuff out before you are the owner! I firmly believe house-hunting is like dating and you have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince. Hang in there. The right house is out there! :)

Great update! I have yet to try Jelly Rolls.

That's what I love about WDW, there are always new things to try. I had never even checked out Jellyrolls until my last trip in 2008 and now it's one of my favorite places. And thanks for the enocouragement about the house!

[Philadisney]

This morning’s plan was to arise at 7:30 for an invigorating bout of exercise. Instead, I elected to sleep until 9, when I opened my eyes to be greeted by a white mocha latte and pineapple pound cake. Hooray for Mother! I chomped on my treats while Mother finished some work, and after much dallying we were off to a mystical kingdom ruled by animals.

fig A:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0048-3.jpg

We boarded the noisy parking lot tram, where I received a call from my supervisor, who scolded me for answering. I screamed “What? WHAT?” at him over the din, and never quite figured out what he was calling me about. Probably to see how my expedition was going!

Into the ticket line we went, when a woman approached us. Upon learning that Mother did not have a park ticket, she led us secretly to a secret entrance with a secret turnstile. We learned that this mysterious woman was a Disney employee with a spare park hopper for the day! Hooray for free entry!

We had been given a special pass upon parking that entitled us to a free pin. I proudly presented my pass to a cast member at Island Mercantile, expecting to receive some sort of diamond-encrusted gold-plated bauble. Instead she tossed a hideous pink Tinkerbell watch pin in my direction, which immediately went into Mother’s bag. We were famished and began our search for nourishment in this strange land.

fig B:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0052-2.jpg

fig C:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0044-3.jpg

We made our way to Asia, where lunch consisted of an exotic shrimp lo mein for Mother, and an ordinary cheeseburger with carrots & gelatin for me. After lunch we began the long trek to Africa. Mother, the ferverent birdwatcher, insists that we stop every few feet to photograph all the exotic birds that cross our path.

figs D-E:
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0110-2.jpg

Along the way I pause to lean against a tree, tired from chasing Boogle-Berried Storks and Pilates Parrots around with Mother. The tree pulled sharply away, and I looked up to see that it had the most beautiful face! I had discovered a human-tree hybrid! I managed to get several snapshots of the magical creature before she strolled away into the forest.

figs F-I:
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0063-2.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0062-1.jpg
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0055-2.jpg

Eventually we made our way to Africa to explore the fabled Pagani Trail. I was most comfortable in the critter room, amongst such delights at the pancake tortoise and the Madagascar hissing cockroach.

figs J-K
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0066-2.jpg

I was eager to bring a specimen of the latter home, but could not get the lock off the cage, unfortunately.

Mother had run ahead to the aviary, where we spotted such treats as a Blue-Breasted Kingfisher and Taveta Golden Weaver.

fig L:
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Mother was ecstatic.

fig M:
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I was determined to hunt down the Bearded Barbet for a picture – partially because it had an amusing name, and partially because it supposedly looks like this:

fig N:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/barbet.jpg

I spotted a nametagged adventurer who I was sure could help us locate this hilarious bird, and he gave us helpful suggestions such as “I don’t know” and “I’ve never seen that bird before.” Mildly dissatisfied, we shouldered on.

Just ahead, we embark on a two week safari! And drink mystical tonics that glow in the dark!

[KathyRN137]

I'm jealous that you stumbled across DiVine so easily... I've yet to encounter her on our many trips to AK. And I'm glad that Mom was able to channel her inner bird-watcher!

The exotic glowing tonics sound yummy!

And that served your superviser right for calling you while on vacation! :snooty:


Kathy

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

I'm really hoping to see DeVine this trip! It has always been too rainy for her to be out on our previous trips.

[lurkyloo]

Mmmm.... pancake tortoise....

:rotfl:

[Lady Lallie]

Devine looks so pretty! I really hope to see her.

[29apr00]

I've never seen Devine...and while i would like to, i hope we don't see her on this trip. I think the kids would be totally freaked out! :lmao:

[Philadisney]

I've never seen Devine...and while i would like to, i hope we don't see her on this trip. I think the kids would be totally freaked out! :lmao:

She's so amazing - and very cleverly disguised, I was looking right at her for a few moments before I realized it was her.

Devine looks so pretty! I really hope to see her.

I feel like I really lucked out with my pictures. She walked right by me and I was able to get a ton of shots!

Mmmm.... pancake tortoise....

:rotfl:

I know you like cake, but I think that's taking it a bit far ;)

I'm really hoping to see DeVine this trip! It has always been too rainy for her to be out on our previous trips.

I hope you see her! Keep your eye out - she's easy to miss :magnify:

I'm jealous that you stumbled across DiVine so easily... I've yet to encounter her on our many trips to AK. And I'm glad that Mom was able to channel her inner bird-watcher!

The exotic glowing tonics sound yummy!

And that served your superviser right for calling you while on vacation! :snooty:


Kathy

He learned his lesson and never called me again :laughing: And I could definitely go for a glowing tonic right now!

[MyMuse]

I saw Divine on my second trip to AK on my trip in March. But it was a different Divine, but just as great!

It was definitely a highlight. My pic is here: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2071052&page=10

Just scroll down. :goodvibes

You're having a great time so far! Looking fwd to the rest of your trip.

[Jennifer48]

For the longest time my DFi thought I was telling him stories about DeVine and that she didn't exist. Thankfully we caught her on our last trip. Your pictures of her are great! :goodvibes

[LISAMWDW]

Great update! You and your mom must have had a blast! How cool get get in free with the secret employee entrance! And to see Divine! How lucky! Can't wait for more!

Good luck with your house hunting! You'll find the perfect house! We put in 10 offers prolly over a year and now we are at a house we just love. We were in the mind set of we are not overpaying so we walked away from alot of houses. I am so glad we did as I just love our home and could not imagine being anywhere else!

[2xcited2sleep]

I am so enjoying your travel journal! How cool is free entry at AK? That is awesome. I've never seen DeVine either -- your pictures of her are great!!

Mystical beverages that glow in the dark? How intriguing. Tell me more... popcorn::

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Just checked out the first couple of pages...love how you started it so far! So cute. I'm subbing so I can come back and read more! :goodvibes

[PrincessV]

This morning’s plan was to arise at 7:30 for an invigorating bout of exercise. Instead, I elected to sleep until 9, when I opened my eyes to be greeted by a white mocha latte and pineapple pound cake.
:lmao: This is pretty much what happens with me, too... I always have the best intentions to exercise at WDW, but it seldom (okay, never) happens. ;)

Eventually we made our way to Africa to explore the fabled Pagani Trail. I was most comfortable in the critter room, amongst such delights at the pancake tortoise and the Madagascar hissing cockroach.
What about the Naked Mole Rats?! Worth the price of admission, alone.

[Turtle]

What was up with those free pins? I went the same time as you (just not as long, the 16th and 17th), and I got one of those free pin coupons on my parking thingy. (I didn't notice the ticket the 1st day, so I couldn't get the pin for that day. :sad: ) Anyway, the one I did get was a Mickey/Minnie Mary Poppins one. It wasn't very cute. Probably they were giving away all of their worst selling pins.

[GreatBiscuit]

I was WAY behind on your TR, but finally got all caught up. Love the approach you took on it. Can't wait to see how the safari turns out.

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Sounds like a fun day so far! Shame about the madagascar hissing cockroach - that would have been a nice feature in your future home. :goodvibes
Maybe next time....

Can't wait to read some more! popcorn::

Di x

[bucci818]

Another great update!:thumbsup2 I hope the house hunting is going well!! Can't wait to read more......popcorn::

[Philadisney]

For the longest time my DFi thought I was telling him stories about DeVine and that she didn't exist. Thankfully we caught her on our last trip. Your pictures of her are great! :goodvibes

It is easy to walk right by her and not even notice. Sometimes when she stands completely still she's practically invisible!

Great update! You and your mom must have had a blast! How cool get get in free with the secret employee entrance! And to see Divine! How lucky! Can't wait for more!

Good luck with your house hunting! You'll find the perfect house! We put in 10 offers prolly over a year and now we are at a house we just love. We were in the mind set of we are not overpaying so we walked away from alot of houses. I am so glad we did as I just love our home and could not imagine being anywhere else!

I can't tell you how comforting it was for me to hear your story! I have only been looking for four months and have put in three offers. It is good to hear from people who have been there.

I am so enjoying your travel journal! How cool is free entry at AK? That is awesome. I've never seen DeVine either -- your pictures of her are great!!

Thank you! We really lucked out with the free entry at AK. Every time something cool happens at WDW my mother assumes I set it up somehow and she was trying to figure out how I pulled that one off :rotfl:

Just checked out the first couple of pages...love how you started it so far! So cute. I'm subbing so I can come back and read more! :goodvibes

Thanks! Hopefully by then there will be more to read, I'm going to try and update tonight if I don't fall asleep first (for some reason I thought staying up until 1:30 AM last night to watch Law & Order SVU reruns was a good idea)

:lmao: This is pretty much what happens with me, too... I always have the best intentions to exercise at WDW, but it seldom (okay, never) happens. ;)

What about the Naked Mole Rats?! Worth the price of admission, alone.

Naked Mole Rats!?! How did I miss them?? I guess I'll have to go back ;)

What was up with those free pins? I went the same time as you (just not as long, the 16th and 17th), and I got one of those free pin coupons on my parking thingy. (I didn't notice the ticket the 1st day, so I couldn't get the pin for that day. :sad: ) Anyway, the one I did get was a Mickey/Minnie Mary Poppins one. It wasn't very cute. Probably they were giving away all of their worst selling pins.

I did eventually find a way to use the horrid Tink pin to my advantage :rolleyes1 I don't even remember what other pins I got for free, I traded them all away!

I was WAY behind on your TR, but finally got all caught up. Love the approach you took on it. Can't wait to see how the safari turns out.

Thank you!!

Sounds like a fun day so far! Shame about the madagascar hissing cockroach - that would have been a nice feature in your future home. :goodvibes
Maybe next time....

Can't wait to read some more! popcorn::

Di x

I would love to see my cat encounter a madagascar hissing cockroach :cat: :rotfl:


Another great update!:thumbsup2 I hope the house hunting is going well!! Can't wait to read more......popcorn::

Thanks! We're still struggling - put in another bid on another house last weekend and got outbidded. So it goes! We're not in a rush. We're lucky that both our landlords are very understanding and allowing us to go month-to-month, so we can take all the time we need.


I saw Divine on my second trip to AK on my trip in March. But it was a different Divine, but just as great!

It was definitely a highlight. My pic is here: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2071052&page=10

Just scroll down. :goodvibes

You're having a great time so far! Looking fwd to the rest of your trip.

Wow you got an amazing picture!! I wonder how many Devines there are? Talk about a cool job...

[Philadisney]

As we wandered through the African wilderness, I told Mother of a surprise I had planned – reservations for a two week safari! She was delighted, but I was a bit nervous that we wouldn’t make it in time. We were quite lost in the jungle. I paused to ask a local meerkat for directions.

fig A
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I was confidant that we would discover many creatures in the Orlando wilderness. We boarded a safari vehicle with our knowledgeable guide, good ol’ Whatshisname.

fig B
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Mother was delighted that some of her avian friends came out to greet us.

fib C
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0077.jpg

We spotted some marvelous new breeds of animal, which I, as their discoverer, took the liberty of naming:

fig D – Rock Beasties
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0078-1.jpg

fig E – Long-Necked Cows
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0079-2.jpg

fig F – Thorny Moose
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0082-2.jpg

Then the most crushing thing happened – our safari adventure was cut short by poachers! Luckily, I used my astute detective skills to locate their captive, a baby elephant, and their evil plan was thwarted.

As we exited our safari vehicle we decided to sample some of the local fare, a cold dairy treat in the odd shape of a mouse’s head.

fig G
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0086-1.jpg

I soon forgot about our ill-fated safari, as our next adventure was even more spectacular!

[KathyRN137]

As we exited our safari vehicle we decided to sample some of the local fare, a cold dairy treat in the odd shape of a mouse’s head.

fig G
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I soon forgot about our ill-fated safari, as our next adventure was even more spectacular!



Yum! :mickeybar

You and your mom are having such fun... looking forward to what will top a two-week safari!


Kathy

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

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fig D – Rock Beasties
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fig E – Long-Necked Cows
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fig F – Thorny Moose
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:lmao::rotfl::rotfl2:

You are such a nut! Thanks for the laughs, your TR is always entertaining!

[MeMom]

It's the darnedest thing. Our safari was cut short by poachers, too.
They really need to stop ruining everyone's trips.
If we pay for two weeks, we oughta get two weeks!

Looks like you and Mom are having a good time.
The Mickey bar picture is perfect for a signature/avatar picture.
It's classic Disney, and the greenery in the background is pretty.

[LISAMWDW]

Yum! Mickey Bar! I'm craving one right now!

Looks like you both had so much fun!

[Carol17]

Hi Kelly! I am so glad I came across your new TR!I really enjoyed your last one and I am so happy to see you have started another! I just returned from a great week staying at YC. I am thinking of starting my very first TR, but after reading your reports, I'm not so sure I can be as witty and exciting to read about!

Cann't wait to read more!

[Lady Lallie]

Oooh!! I just can't wait to go on the safari!! :woohoo:

[PrincessV]

fig F – Thorny Moose
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:lmao: "Thorny Moose" - I love it!

[Philadisney]

Still weary from our safari, and getting warm in the hot sun, Mother and I decided to take a swim. A quick dip in the ocean was sure to be refreshing. Well, I certainly was not prepared for our next discovery!

Diving deep down into the briny depths of the ocean deep, we were startled to come across a band of singing fishes! Most impressive was a gigantic seagull, nearly seventeen times the size of your typical land seagull!

figs a-b:
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(Please forgive the blurriness of these photos, I foolishly failed to bring my underwater camera along.)

The fish serenade eventually ended, and we swam back to surface, where we came across a delightful trio of tree-monkeys who were sharing citrus.

fig c:
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It was then that I spotted the great mountain – Everest!

fig d:
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I knew this was a once-in-a-lifetime chance! I convinced Mother to make the trek.

figs e-f:
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All of the information we read on our hike through the Everest welcome center indicated that this would be a perilous months-long journey, and I was prepared for the challenge. But truly, the trek was so exhilarating it felt as if it were over in a matter of mere minutes! I suppose that was for the better, as a yeti had ripped up some of the track, and later appeared to scream at us. We escaped of course, but I was quite worried about Mother, who spent our entire hike screaming in absolute terror. Afterwards she purchased a commemorative Everest windchime (not pictured) to forever remind her of the horrible experience.

At this point we were feeling a bit thirsty and tired, and decided to retire to a nearby lodge for drinks.

fig G:
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Mother’s Glowtini and my Moonstar Glowy Punch Beverage both arrived bursting with neon! We were shocked, but luckily the drinks tasted good. Though the pulsating light show in my glass gave me a bit of a headache. (Or maybe the rum gave me a headache. Maybe both.)

fig H:
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Soon a group of Mother’s friends joined us and we ordered another round (agave margarita for me this time). Then we wandered outside, exploring the lodge and all of the animals that resided there.

figs I-K
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Mother and I were even able to have our picture taken with one of the animals (seen behind us, with a white chest and brown head)

fig L:
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Soon it was time to dine at Jiko, where we had chicken BBQ flatbread, the oak filet with macaroni and cheese, scallops with butternut squash, and strawberry mousse. Our server Mary was divine, as was the food.

That night we slept soundly, though I was excited about the promise of the next day – my first solo adventure of the trip, into the most magical of kingdoms!!

[Philadisney]

OK firstly - It has been nearly three weeks since I updated this thing! If anyone is still reading, I apologize! Things have been crazy with work, as well as with house hunting (we're almost there!!! though I don't want to get too excited until everything's final ;) I'm getting back into the swing of things and have finally finished the first day. Hopefully I'll be able to get the rest done in a more timely manner!

Oh and gotta add a shameless plug - for those of you that missed it, my episode of What Not To Wear will be on again this Friday the 29th at 4pm on TLC. :p Now back to your regularly scheduled comments!

:lmao: "Thorny Moose" - I love it!

Thanks! I had fun with that :teeth:

Oooh!! I just can't wait to go on the safari!! :woohoo:

You are there right now! I am catching up on people's threads and found your Twitter page. Love it! You were on Soarin' just a few hours ago...I'm jealous! :teeth:


Hi Kelly! I am so glad I came across your new TR!I really enjoyed your last one and I am so happy to see you have started another! I just returned from a great week staying at YC. I am thinking of starting my very first TR, but after reading your reports, I'm not so sure I can be as witty and exciting to read about!

Cann't wait to read more!

Thank you so much! You should do a TR if you want to, it is fun and a REALLY great way to stretch your trip out (especially if you are like me and spend six months writing the darn thing :rotfl: )

Yum! Mickey Bar! I'm craving one right now!

Looks like you both had so much fun!

Ooooh....now I am too! I just had a Klondike bar....not quite the same :mickeybar

It's the darnedest thing. Our safari was cut short by poachers, too.
They really need to stop ruining everyone's trips.
If we pay for two weeks, we oughta get two weeks!

Looks like you and Mom are having a good time.
The Mickey bar picture is perfect for a signature/avatar picture.
It's classic Disney, and the greenery in the background is pretty.

Good point! I didn't even think to ask for a refund. I wonder if Animal Kingdom's guest services ever had to field a complaint from a guest who wants an instant Fastpass for the safari because their trip was ruined by poachers.

:lmao::rotfl::rotfl2:

You are such a nut! Thanks for the laughs, your TR is always entertaining!

Thanks Lessa! Looks like I missed your send off too! I hope you and your mom are having an amazing time, I know you must be. I am confused though, I see your ticker says 11 months! Did you add another trip??

Yum! :mickeybar

You and your mom are having such fun... looking forward to what will top a two-week safari!

Kathy

Only a fabulous deep sea adventure and narrow escape from the Yeti, of course! ;)

[MyMuse]

Whoo-hoooo! An update! :yay:

Glad to see that you made it through the big E mountain alive. :goodvibes

[Turtle]

Hey! Long time no see. Good to see that you're still alive. ;)

[bucci818]

:woohoo: Your back! I loved this update. It put a smile on my face after a not so good day. I love the picture of you and your mom! Did you find out what species of animal was in the background of the picture??:rotfl: Hope everything goes well with the house hunting!

[jcc0621]

[FONT="Book Antiqua"][SIZE="3"][I] Diving deep down into the briny depths of the ocean deep, we were startled to come across a band of singing fishes! Most impressive was a gigantic seagull, nearly seventeen times the size of your typical land seagull!

What did you think of the show...haven't seen it yet and it is on my maybe list:confused:

but I was quite worried about Mother, who spent our entire hike screaming in absolute terror. Afterwards she purchased a commemorative Everest windchime (not pictured) to forever remind her of the horrible experience.

:lmao:

Welcome back. Hope the house hunting is going well!:thumbsup2

[Philadisney]

What did you think of the show...haven't seen it yet and it is on my maybe list:confused:


I liked it! I'm not a big fan of the sons but it's worth seeing once just for all the amazing puppets and costumes. Just make sure you get there a little early so you don't have to watch the show in the back where it's standing room only...that happened to me last time and it was so uncomfortable.

:woohoo: Your back! I loved this update. It put a smile on my face after a not so good day. I love the picture of you and your mom! Did you find out what species of animal was in the background of the picture??:rotfl: Hope everything goes well with the house hunting!

Thanks so much! Funny, I couldn't find that creature in any of my animal research books :laughing:

Hey! Long time no see. Good to see that you're still alive. ;)

Thanks :laughing: I am embarrassed by my lack of DISing! I have so many threads I need to catch up on too. I think I need a day off to just sit on my couch with my laptop.

Whoo-hoooo! An update! :yay:

Glad to see that you made it through the big E mountain alive. :goodvibes

It was a lot scarier than I remembered from the last time I had ridden it! I was truly scared for my mom, she was freaking out!

[KatGarcia]

Nice to see you back!!

[LISAMWDW]

Yeah! An update! You two look like you had so much fun!

Thanks for the tip on your What Not To Wear show!

[Jennifer48]

Yay so glad your back!

How interesting that your month long journey on Everest took only a mere few minutes. Great time! :goodvibes

[KathyRN137]

Oh and gotta add a shameless plug - for those of you that missed it, my episode of What Not To Wear will be on again this Friday the 29th at 4pm on TLC. :p


Oh, Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! :dance3:

I was so sorry to have missed it previously!! :headache:

My DD(13) absolutely loves that show! I keep telling her to keep a look out for a DIS-friend of mine....

Kathy

[Dr_Finkelstein]

Great update and photos!!! The huge seagull does sound slightly scary though, but the neon drinkies sound much nicer! :goodvibes:goodvibes

Di x

[Beka]

OK firstly - It has been nearly three weeks since I updated this thing! If anyone is still reading, I apologize! Things have been crazy with work, as well as with house hunting (we're almost there!!! though I don't want to get too excited until everything's final ;) I'm getting back into the swing of things and have finally finished the first day. Hopefully I'll be able to get the rest done in a more timely manner!

Oh and gotta add a shameless plug - for those of you that missed it, my episode of What Not To Wear will be on again this Friday the 29th at 4pm on TLC. :p Now back to your regularly scheduled comments!


Keepin my fingers crossed for ya on the house hunt!

'K, I'm gonna have to set the DVR, because I *never* catch the 1st 15 mintues or so of your episode! That is the only show I would ever go on (especially now that Bob Barker is off Price is Right).

[KathyRN137]

Hooray! I finally caught your episode of What Not to Wear!! :yay:

I loved the short hair-do... I see you're letting it grow again, though! Please consider cutting it again, it was super-pretty!

You are too cute... I was yelling at Stacy and Clinton when they threw out your Disney bags! And then I was rolling :rotfl: when you took the "side trip" to the World of Disney Store!!!

I loved the show and hope you had fun doing it! :goodvibes

Kathy

p.s. Ed was watching too, and he thought Clinton was "very mean" to you. Tricia and I tried to explain that he's that way with everyone, but Ed still feels that "he needs his butt kicked!!!" :lmao:


Kathy

[mistydoodles]

Great update!! I really enjoyed it. Finding Nemo is one of our favorite shows. Last time we were there though, I fell asleep. My kids had to keep hitting me. :lmao: Sounds like you had a great day. Can't wait to read the rest of your trip.

Good luck house hunting!!:thumbsup2

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Hi Kelly! Just got back a few hours ago and I am making the round catching up with everybody.

What an exotic creature you encountered on your safari, the white bodied, brown haired creature is a rarely seen delight in those parts I hear. ;)

[Philadisney]

I arose this morning to dine on eggs and fruit with Mother before I climbed into the automobile for my first day of solo adventuring. Eight glorious hours to myself to explore the Magic Kingdom! Woooooo, indeed.

This Magic Kingdom was buried deep in the most obscure and mystical of swamplands. One was not permitted to simply drive to its gates. Instead, I had to park miles away, then take a small tramcar to a busy monorail station, then climbed aboard a very crowded monorail. There I sat next to an adorable small girl, and we both eagerly watched the window as the majestic castle appeared on the horizon. She was excited to point out to me that it was ‘Princess Aurora’s Castle’. As young as she was I was wary of her information – I did later confirm that the castle actually belongs to Cinderella.

fig A
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As finally we pulled up to Main Street’s gates, I disembarked and began a slow meander.

fig B:
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The train station was my first stop, to learn more about the local population via films & schedules.

figs C-D:
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What I learned was that the local children have little respect for their professors, and the transit system has an unfortunate problem with bears.

I continued my wandering, admiring the local buildings and décor.

figs E-F:
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I peeked into a cinema theatre, the seemingly abandoned Noodle Terrace, and then I was lucky enough to receive an invite – to a comedy show! Having never been to the theatre’s location of Monstropolis, I happily accepted. Soon I was treated to delightful entertainment from some of the city’s finest comedians, although I must admit feeling let down when a gentleman we were promised would treat us to churros did not uphold his end of the bargain.

I left Monstropolis and headed into a fantasy realm, where I was invited to yet another performance! I am pleased to see that the residents of this land have such a rich artistic culture. Mickey’s Philharmagic was playing at a local music hall. As I walked through the queue, I was a little disappointed to see posters of past performances that I had missed, such as the esteemed Willie the Whale in "I Paglucci". But I was sure this musical revue would be satisfactory.

Unfortunately, a pantless duck ruined the performance by swiping the conductor’s hat. I was irritated, but must admit that I enjoyed watching his foibles. I did draw the line at purchasing a ceremonial headdress to honor the troublesome fowl.

fig G:
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The excitement continued as next I was…drafted!

I was more than happy to report to Star Command for my next adventure. With great determination, I battled the evil emperor Zurg alongside Buzz Lightyear’s noble army. I fought hard and had the prestigious title of Space Ace bestowed upon me. An impressed bystander captured this shot of me in action, but as you can see I was moving so fast that it was impossible to get a clear photo.

fig H:
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I decided to investigate Tomorrowland’s public transit system, curious about how it would compare to SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transport Authority - my usual mode of commuting). I climbed above the Tomorrowland Transportation Authority, scoring a prime front car. Below me, fools circled a track on primitive cars!

fig I:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0019-2.jpg

Coming up – what better place for an adventurer than Adventureland??

[Philadisney]

Hi Kelly! Just got back a few hours ago and I am making the round catching up with everybody.


Heyyy!!! Welcome back! I need to catch up on your TR now too. I hope you had an amazing trip.

Great update!! I really enjoyed it. Finding Nemo is one of our favorite shows. Last time we were there though, I fell asleep. My kids had to keep hitting me. :lmao: Sounds like you had a great day. Can't wait to read the rest of your trip.


I don't blame you for falling asleep, it is so dark and cool in there :rotfl:

Hooray! I finally caught your episode of What Not to Wear!! :yay:

I loved the short hair-do... I see you're letting it grow again, though! Please consider cutting it again, it was super-pretty!

You are too cute... I was yelling at Stacy and Clinton when they threw out your Disney bags! And then I was rolling :rotfl: when you took the "side trip" to the World of Disney Store!!!

I loved the show and hope you had fun doing it! :goodvibes

Kathy

p.s. Ed was watching too, and he thought Clinton was "very mean" to you. Tricia and I tried to explain that he's that way with everyone, but Ed still feels that "he needs his butt kicked!!!" :lmao:


Kathy

Thanks!! I have to say my hair is really long now. The short hair looked really good during the shoot but grew out way too quickly (I never could get it to look quite the same again, despite what Nick said on the show he doused my hair in all sorts of gels and hairsprays). Please tell Ed that Clinton was one of the nicest people I have ever met :)

'K, I'm gonna have to set the DVR, because I *never* catch the 1st 15 mintues or so of your episode! That is the only show I would ever go on (especially now that Bob Barker is off Price is Right).

Oh I LOVE Price is Right. I have to admit though I haven't watched it since Bob Barker left. If I could go on a game show I would want to be on Family Feud!! "Survey says..."
By the way I love your new Alice icon!

Great update and photos!!! The huge seagull does sound slightly scary though, but the neon drinkies sound much nicer! :goodvibes:goodvibes

Di x

Yes I have to agree on that :rotfl:

Yay so glad your back!

How interesting that your month long journey on Everest took only a mere few minutes. Great time! :goodvibes

It really was so exciting that our weeks and weeks of hiking just flew by! :teeth:

Yeah! An update! You two look like you had so much fun!

Thanks for the tip on your What Not To Wear show!

It was so fun! Once my mom forgave me for almost killing her on Everest that is :laughing:

Nice to see you back!!

Thanks!!

[jcc0621]

I decided to investigate Tomorrowland’s public transit system, curious about how it would compare to SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transport Authority - my usual mode of commuting). I climbed above the Tomorrowland Transportation Authority, scoring a prime front car.

Don't you mean inepta??;)

What a great start to an MK day!:goodvibes

[MinnieNurse]

Great update. Your What Not to Wear episode is my favorite. I loved the Disney store shopping.:thumbsup2 Not sure I could let them throw out all my loverly Disney shirts and bags. I would have to hide them.:rolleyes1

[KathyRN137]

I've never seen this:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0005-1.jpg

Or noticed this:

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0043-1.jpg

Or observed this:

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I am learning a great deal from your expedition!! :goodvibes


Kathy

[MyMuse]

I am learning a great deal from your expedition!! :goodvibes


Kathy


I agree. Where were those places? *scratches head* In the train station?

Glad to read an update. I love Mickey's Philarmagic!! I could see that over an over again. Love the theater (did you see the hidden mickey?), the queue line...everything!

One of the days, I will try to the Speedway!

[bucci818]

[QUOTE=Philadisney;32087878
I decided to investigate Tomorrowland’s public transit system, curious about how it would compare to SEPTA (Southeastern Pennsylvania Transport Authority - my usual mode of commuting). I climbed above the Tomorrowland Transportation Authority, scoring a prime front car. Below me, fools circled a track on primitive cars![/QUOTE]

:rotfl::rotfl: If SEPTA ever ran as smoothly as the TTA (or was as clean), it would be a wonderful day in Philly!
Loved this instalment, and can't wait to read about Adventureland...

[29apr00]

another great update! and dang if I didn't miss your show again! :headache:

[lurkyloo]

Thank you for the warning about the pantsless duck at the concert. If he attempts to disrupt the show next time I am there, I will be sure to cover the eyes of any small children seated near me.


Also, thought you might like to know that you may or may not have received a shoutout in the latest installment of my trippie (http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2173104&page=36).... :rolleyes1

[Philadisney]

With hunger, I charged into Adventureland for tacos. Crispy!

figs a-c:
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I was eager to conquer the forboding Splash Mountain, and headed there next. What should have been a cheerful trek among my critter brethren turned dangerous when we were re-routed to “The Laughing Place”. With moldy river residue soaking my fine new Alice shirt, I soldiered on.

I meandered around the area while attempting to dry off, where I met such interesting characters as this bird, who Mother surely would have been excited to see

fig d:
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In the quaint Liberty Sqaure I was lucky enough to catch a public taunting of two hardened criminals. I was comforted to know that the local law enforcement was savvy enough to catch such vagrants as these.

fig e:
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I also met these joyful-looking fellows dancing in a garden, but appearances were deceiving. Despite my grandest attempts to be friendly, they refused to respond with so much as a “how do you do?”

fig f:
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I soon forgot their rudeness as I was invited to an even more swingin’ party, at a mansion nonetheless!

fig g:
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It was simply the most elegant affair. I had a wonderful time ballroom dancing, touring the library and séance-room, and being treated to an outdoor concert from a barbershop quartet. I politely had to decline the host’s offer to take up permanent residence in the lovely mansion, as I had much more exploring to do.

And so I was drawn back to Adventureland, admiring the local architecture and nature.

figs h-j:
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0024-1.jpg

I stumbled onto what looked like an ancient pirate jail. My expedition took me inside, where I found exciting old canons, barrels, maps, and other such piratey things.

fig k:
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Afterwards, it was time to conquer even more pirates, setting sail from the Darling’s bedroom.

fig l:
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I, of course, successfully led the local lost boys to a triumphant victory over the troublesome pirate gang. After feeding Captain Hook to a crocodile, I decided I had earned some relaxation. I began to head for the glorious Polynesian islands for some drinks and rest.

However, my plans were thwarted when I was accosted by the Move It Shake It Celebrate It parade! Characters surrounded me, demanding that I participate in their celebration. I am not sure what exactly we were celebrating, but in a panic and fear for my life, I dutifully “shook it.”

Figs m-r
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http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0046-2.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0054-1.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0048-2.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0061.jpg

Luckily, my terror soon subsided as I caught sight of a familiar face amid the chaos!

fig s:
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My dear boyfriend Chip was involved in the very debacle I had stumbled into! He caught site of me, clearly aware of the horror on my face, and tried to reach out for a comforting hug.

fig t:
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His motorcoach was whisked away too quickly, but not before he was able to wave his arms wildly at me in what I assumed was supposed to be a signal. I raced in the direction that he was pointing and soon escaped to safety! Thank you, my beloved!!


Coming up: I unwind from my harrowing escapades with a glorious evening of tropical delight!

[Lifelong_Dreamer]

Oh Kelly, you are hilarious! Thanks for the good long laugh. This is definitely one of the most unique, and one of the funniest TR's I have read.

[Philadisney]

Don't you mean inepta??;)

What a great start to an MK day!:goodvibes


I am tempted to say that the majority of my experiences with Septa have been decent, but I know if I do then tomorrow my train will show up 45 minutes late :p

Great update. Your What Not to Wear episode is my favorite. I loved the Disney store shopping.:thumbsup2 Not sure I could let them throw out all my loverly Disney shirts and bags. I would have to hide them.:rolleyes1

I know what you mean :rolleyes1 Thank you!

I am learning a great deal from your expedition!! :goodvibes


Thank you! It was my hope that my findings would prove educational and beneficial to the readers. :teeth:

I agree. Where were those places? *scratches head* In the train station?

Glad to read an update. I love Mickey's Philarmagic!! I could see that over an over again. Love the theater (did you see the hidden mickey?), the queue line...everything!

One of the days, I will try to the Speedway!

Yup, in the train station. I had never ever bothered to walk around in there before! I have always taken the train from Fronteirland or Toontown in the past.

I never noticed the hidden mickey in Philharmagic, where is it??

And I don't think you're missing anything where the Speedway is concerned...I've been on it twice ever, that's enough to last me a lifetime!

:rotfl::rotfl: If SEPTA ever ran as smoothly as the TTA (or was as clean), it would be a wonderful day in Philly!
Loved this instalment, and can't wait to read about Adventureland...

Thanks! I would LOVE to ride the TTA to work every day, I wouldn't even mind getting up at 7 AM for work if I had that to look forward to!

another great update! and dang if I didn't miss your show again! :headache:

Thanks! I imagine the show will be on again at some point....I'll keep my eye out :magnify:

Thank you for the warning about the pantsless duck at the concert. If he attempts to disrupt the show next time I am there, I will be sure to cover the eyes of any small children seated near me.


You are welcome. Frankly I was shocked that such a vulgar display of duck was allowed to parade around in such a manner.

[Lady Lallie]

I just love the style of this report, it makes me crack up every update! :rotfl:

[KatGarcia]

Oh Kelly, you are hilarious! Thanks for the good long laugh. This is definitely one of the most unique, and one of the funniest TR's I have read.

I agree! Def the most creative TR I have read!!!

[Jennifer48]

In the quaint Liberty Sqaure I was lucky enough to catch a public taunting of two hardened criminals. I was comforted to know that the local law enforcement was savvy enough to catch such vagrants as these.

fig e:
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/kellysound/disney_march09/DSC_0023-2.jpg



I love it!! :thumbsup2 This is such a great change in the normal TR. Super!! :goodvibes

[brookelizabeth]

I just found your TR and I'm loving it! You are hilarious!

Are the tacos at MK good? They look tasty....we've never eaten there.

And, I have to say-I'm a big fan to What Not to Wear and YOUR epsoide is one of my all time favorites! It stands out in my memory and I was shocked to find you on here! Yay! :yay:

[LISAMWDW]

So funny! Great update!

Good question brookelizabeth...are the tacos good? They look pretty good. It's funny that I've never really paid attention to that food booth.

[mistydoodles]

I love this update. It has been hilarious. :goodvibes

[Turtle]

It's always great when you log on and bam! Two new updates you didn't even know about! It's been awhile since I read the book, but the tone of this TR so reminds me of Stephenie Meyer's The Host. :goodvibes

[2xcited2sleep]

All caught up. And enjoying every minute! Don't you just love drinks at Victoria Falls and dinner at Jiko? :cloud9: And the glow cubes just make it all worthwhile. ;) I'm such a kid- I'll do almost anything for a glow cube and/or souvenir cup. :rotfl:

So you actually dined at the elusive el pirata y pericho? Wow! It's never been open while I've been there.

Looking forward to more! :)

[MyMuse]

The hidden mickey at PhilarMagic is in the outline fo the stage in an instrucment (trombone?) on the right hand side, toward the top.

I took a pic and completely missed it! I even put a pic in my TR and didn't even realize it until later. I'll get the pic in a moment and post it.

edit:
Here you go:

http://i665.photobucket.com/albums/vv12/MyMuse18/DisneyJenna%20-%20Magic%20Kingdom/P5030211.jpg

http://i665.photobucket.com/albums/vv12/MyMuse18/DisneyJenna%20-%20Magic%20Kingdom/P5030213.jpg


Oh, those vagrants! I had my niece and bro in those as well and wanted to leave them there!! :lmao: