You're the best parents in the world! I gotta pee! Where's My Tooth? Trip report!

[mickeystoontown]

I am really anxious to ride Pirates!! We had to skip in on our trip and I am sooo excited to try again:banana: And I know what you mean about that bathroom. My DH found it and he said we needed to make a mental note about it b.c it was completely empty! Thats so good considering you usually have to wait a long time before you can get into Peter Pan:laughing:

Oh yes, you've got to ride it again. As a matter of fact, we rode it three times on our last day in the Magic Kingdom. I love it.

I guess because the bathroom is kind of stuff out of the way, many people miss it.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I think she didn't mind us laughing about her story. Or she wouldn't have posted it. Heck, she probably figured she'd fit right in with this unruly crowd. If I am remember correctly, these are a few subjects that have been broached by us: 1) Almost peeing on one's self; 2) getting pregnant while hung over; 3) someone grabbing Pocahonta's butt; 4) needing new traveling underwear; 5) and let's not forget super gluing in a tooth. :lmao::rotfl::rotfl2:

We are a rowdy bunch. I'm sure what hasn't happened to one has happened to another for sure. Probably why we get along.:banana::banana::banana:

[mickeystoontown]

Your child will not be too young to go. My son was 23 months old and he still has memories of his first trip. As a matter of fact, his love for all things Disney started right then and there.

It will be a trip you'll never forget! Besides, your little one will be able to do quite a lot!

Hunter loved Disney even at age 1 too. Like you said, his love of Disneyw as started on that very first trip. Whenever we talk about going somewhere else, he just looks at us funny.

Lisa: You mentioned traveling underwear again. I saw that Hanes commercial again last night and thought of you! that's pretty bad when I see and underwear commercial and think, "Hmm, I wonder if Lisa could use a pair of those!" :rotfl2:

I'm going this weekend to buy new undies. I want some that have the wider elastic on the legs, not the little ropie kind. The ropie kind of elastic digs into your legs when you're sitting for hours on end. I know, I know. TMI!:rolleyes1

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I forgot to mention that John and my mother travel with a clean set of underwear in their vehicles. Their quote: "You just never know when you might need 'em."

For some reason this does not surprise me.:rolleyes:

[mickeystoontown]

We are a rowdy bunch. I'm sure what hasn't happened to one has happened to another for sure. Probably why we get along.:banana::banana::banana:

And, if it hasn't happened to them yet, it probably will in the future!:laughing:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Hunter loved Disney even at age 1 too. Like you said, his love of Disneyw as started on that very first trip. Whenever we talk about going somewhere else, he just looks at us funny.



I'm going this weekend to buy new undies. I want some that have the wider elastic on the legs, not the little ropie kind. The ropie kind of elastic digs into your legs when you're sitting for hours on end. I know, I know. TMI!:rolleyes1

Daughter Sandi is allergic to latex so she has a real tough time finding good ones. But I'm with you. No little ropie stuff.

[mickeystoontown]

I totally almost forgot to tell ya'll what my mother asked me last night. She asked me if I had my "panty money" all saved up for our trip. No, she's not talking about my "go get new underwear money". Let me explain......

Whenever my mother travels, she has this little pouch that she pins to top hip of her panties. The pouch is the same size as a dollar bill and she puts in her extra spending money. She said if anybody were to ever rob her, they'd probably get her purse and make her empty her pockets. But, they'd never know that she still had her "panty money". :laughing:

And, for those of you wondering....I do not have "panty money". If I ever get robbed, I'll just be up poop poop creek.

[deedeew80]

Thanks everyone for the baby congrats! We are so excited and can't wait!! Also, thanks for your support on taking our LO to Disney when he is just 1 year old!!! This was my mom's whole idea! She is actually planning the trip already and is treating us! She can't wait to be a grandmother! We are both Disney freaks, so of course the first place we want to take the baby is DISNEY!!!! DH isn't a big Disney fan, but I'm hoping after we are there with our child and he/she loves it he will see things differently!! Let's hope!!! LOL! 2011 can't come soon enough! We have been on a streak of going to Disney every year just about, so having to wait a couple years is killing us!! But it will definitely be worth the wait! Thanks again girls!

Oh and BTW, of course I don't mind everyone laughing about my story, that is why I posted it!! :laughing:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I totally almost forgot to tell ya'll what my mother asked me last night. She asked me if I had my "panty money" all saved up for our trip. No, she's not talking about my "go get new underwear money". Let me explain......

Whenever my mother travels, she has this little pouch that she pins to top hip of her panties. The pouch is the same size as a dollar bill and she puts in her extra spending money. She said if anybody were to ever rob her, they'd probably get her purse and make her empty her pockets. But, they'd never know that she still had her "panty money". :laughing:

And, for those of you wondering....I do not have "panty money". If I ever get robbed, I'll just be up poop poop creek.

Once again you have enlightened me on the workings of the real world. We in Missouri don't know these things. Is it a South thing?:rotfl2:

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Once again you have enlightened me on the workings of the real world. We in Missouri don't know these things. Is it a South thing?:rotfl2:


I never heard of "panty money", either! I did have a rather large woman pay me for her marriage license out of her bra before. I mean, she just reached right in and pulled out her bills and acted like it was no big deal. I certainly didn't want to take it, but trust me, I sanitized after she left! :rotfl2:

I have no bra or panty money, so I'm up poop creek, too!

[mickeystoontown]

Daughter Sandi is allergic to latex so she has a real tough time finding good ones. But I'm with you. No little ropie stuff.

I've got to where when I have on an uncomfortable pair of underwear, I make a mental note to throw those suckers away at the end of the day. That way, I won't be wearing them again.

Thanks everyone for the baby congrats! We are so excited and can't wait!! Also, thanks for your support on taking our LO to Disney when he is just 1 year old!!! This was my mom's whole idea! She is actually planning the trip already and is treating us! She can't wait to be a grandmother! We are both Disney freaks, so of course the first place we want to take the baby is DISNEY!!!! DH isn't a big Disney fan, but I'm hoping after we are there with our child and he/she loves it he will see things differently!! Let's hope!!! LOL! 2011 can't come soon enough! We have been on a streak of going to Disney every year just about, so having to wait a couple years is killing us!! But it will definitely be worth the wait! Thanks again girls!

Oh and BTW, of course I don't mind everyone laughing about my story, that is why I posted it!! :laughing:

I know it's gonna kill you to wait for a couple of years before going back to Disney but at least you'll have a little one to help pass the time.

And, I knew you wouldn't mind us laughing at your story or you wouldn't have posted it.:thumbsup2

Once again you have enlightened me on the workings of the real world. We in Missouri don't know these things. Is it a South thing?:rotfl2:

Heck, I think it's just my Mama's thing. I had heard of stuffing money in your bra but not your panties.:rolleyes:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Heck, I think it's just my Mama's thing. I had heard of stuffing money in your bra but not your panties.:rolleyes:

I have done the bra trick but never the panties. So that is a new one on me for sure.
Live and learn. Just shows you are never too old to learn something new. Thanks Maw.

[mickeystoontown]

I never heard of "panty money", either! I did have a rather large woman pay me for her marriage license out of her bra before. I mean, she just reached right in and pulled out her bills and acted like it was no big deal. I certainly didn't want to take it, but trust me, I sanitized after she left! :rotfl2:

I have no bra or panty money, so I'm up poop creek, too!

Like I said, I think it's just something my mother thought up. She's been doing it since I was a little girl.

The marriage license bra money is funny!:rotfl: But, I have an even better one for ya. John's daddy is a preacher. He was preaching away and this old lady (I was gonna say little old lady but she was about 6 foot tall.) got up, while Mr. McBride was preaching, fumbled her way down the aisle, stopped in front of the altar and said "Brother Billy, I know your throat gets dry when you're preaching so here." And, then she proceeds to pull out a handful of mini-sized chocolate peppermint patties from her bra. Mr. McBride was standing at the podium with the microphone and he was trying his best not to laugh. He walked down to her and she just dumped them in his hand and turned around and fumbled her way back to the pew. It took Mr. McBride several minutes before he was able to turn back around and face the congregation because he was laughing so hard. When he turned around he said "Praise the Lord for Sister Weems!" It was the funniest thing ever!

[longing2Batdisney]

I much rather the thought of being on the receiving end of "panty pouch" money than money out of someone's bra:rotfl:

when I was in high school; I worked in a bank and I could not stand to be handed wet money

and Gwendolyn was working in a grocery store and she said the grossiest women would come in and pay with money out of their bra and wet w/sweat--eewwee:guilty:

Sorry Ginny just read your post...I'm sure yours wasn't sweaty...right???

[mickeystoontown]

I have done the bra trick but never the panties. So that is a new one on me for sure.
Live and learn. Just shows you are never too old to learn something new. Thanks Maw.

My mama can come up with some doozies. Now you see where I get it from. I love my mama.:cloud9:

I much rather the thought of being on the receiving end of "panty pouch" money than money out of someone's bra:rotfl:

when I was in high school; I worked in a bank and I could not stand to be handed wet money

and Gwendolyn was working in a grocery store and she said the grossiest women would come in and pay with money out of their bra and wet w/sweat--eewwee:guilty:

Sorry Ginny just read your post...I'm sure yours wasn't sweaty...right???


I think I would too. My mama's panty pouch money is kept away from her skin so no sweaty money comes out of there. And, she doesn't use it anyways. It's just in case somebody robs her. It's not like she pulls money out of her underwear!:lmao:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I much rather the thought of being on the receiving end of "panty pouch" money than money out of someone's bra:rotfl:

when I was in high school; I worked in a bank and I could not stand to be handed wet money

and Gwendolyn was working in a grocery store and she said the grossiest women would come in and pay with money out of their bra and wet w/sweat--eewwee:guilty:

Sorry Ginny just read your post...I'm sure yours wasn't sweaty...right???

Too funny. I would never retrieve it in front of anyone. I was very discreet and went to the ladies room. Or made Don get it.:lmao::lmao:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

My mama can come up with some doozies. Now you see where I get it from. I love my mama.:cloud9:




I think I would too. My mama's panty pouch money is kept away from her skin so no sweaty money comes out of there. And, she doesn't use it anyways. It's just in case somebody robs her. It's not like she pulls money out of her underwear!:lmao:

I love your mom too. Can I adopt her? I am in need of a good mama. Maybe I could be her sister. I bet she is hardly any older than me.

[mickeystoontown]

Since I brought up the funny church story, I thought I'd throw in one more. I know this is supposed to be a trip report but it's so much fun to chat with ya'll.

This one happened earlier this year. John's daddy (the preacher) wears suspenders with everything. When he is preaching. When he is mowing the yard. When he's working in the garden. Everywhere. We laughed our behinds off because at Christmas, he had on wind pants, a t-shirt and suspenders. :confused3

Anyway, it was Sunday morning and they had altar call at church. John's daddy and the other elders were walking to each of the people and praying with them. Mr. McBride approaches this one older man, leans down and his suspenders pop loose from the back, slings over Mr. McBride's shoulder and hits the man smack in the middle of his bowed head. :rotfl: Ouch!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

QUOTE=mickeystoontown;32914817]Since I brought up the funny church story, I thought I'd throw in one more. I know this is supposed to be a trip report but it's so much fun to chat with ya'll.

This one happened earlier this year. John's daddy (the preacher) wears suspenders with everything. When he is preaching. When he is mowing the yard. When he's working in the garden. Everywhere. We laughed our behinds off because at Christmas, he had on wind pants, a t-shirt and suspenders. :confused3

Anyway, it was Sunday morning and they had altar call at church. John's daddy and the other elders were walking to each of the people and praying with them. Mr. McBride approaches this one older man, leans down and his suspenders pop loose from the back, slings over Mr. McBride's shoulder and hits the man smack in the middle of his bowed head Ouch![/QUOTE]

He is my kind of preacher. Probably didn't miss a beat either.:lmao:

[loser1824]

Since I brought up the funny church story, I thought I'd throw in one more. I know this is supposed to be a trip report but it's so much fun to chat with ya'll.

This one happened earlier this year. John's daddy (the preacher) wears suspenders with everything. When he is preaching. When he is mowing the yard. When he's working in the garden. Everywhere. We laughed our behinds off because at Christmas, he had on wind pants, a t-shirt and suspenders. :confused3

Anyway, it was Sunday morning and they had altar call at church. John's daddy and the other elders were walking to each of the people and praying with them. Mr. McBride approaches this one older man, leans down and his suspenders pop loose from the back, slings over Mr. McBride's shoulder and hits the man smack in the middle of his bowed head. :rotfl: Ouch!

This is way tooooo funny! :rotfl2: Just what I needed a mid day pick me up and giggle!!! :lmao: You guys sure know how to make a chickie laugh! :rotfl:

[mickeystoontown]

And one last funny church story before I get back to writing another trip report installment.

John's daddy was officiating (we call it preaching most times in Louisiana but I thought I'd sound like I had some sense) a wedding and the bride and groom's family were being ushered into the sanctuary. The ushers were walking down the women of the family and their husband's were walking behind them. I know...why didn't the husband and wife walk together? I don't know it's a hick town is all I can say.

Anyway, the usher is walking down the grandmother and the grandfather is behind them. The grandfather's pants fall all the way down to the floor. He was right beside John's Mama who was sitting near the front so she got up and helped him pull up his pants. In the middle of the wedding! The things preachers and their family's have to do!:lmao:

[mickeystoontown]

He is my kind of preacher. Probably didn't miss a beat either.:lmao:[/QUOTE]

Nope not a beat. Did you read the one about the lady giving him the peppermint patty? It's a couple of posts above. Now, with that one, it took a while for him to stop giggling. Sister Weems was a character to say the least.

This is way tooooo funny! :rotfl2: Just what I needed a mid day pick me up and giggle!!! :lmao: You guys sure know how to make a chickie laugh! :rotfl:

Aren't we the funniest things! I've said it before and I'll say it again....this is just our life as we live it!:laughing:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

And one last funny church story before I get back to writing another trip report installment.

John's daddy was officiating (we call it preaching most times in Louisiana but I thought I'd sound like I had some sense) a wedding and the bride and groom's family were being ushered into the sanctuary. The ushers were walking down the women of the family and their husband's were walking behind them. I know...why didn't the husband and wife walk together? I don't know it's a hick town is all I can say.

Anyway, the usher is walking down the grandmother and the grandfather is behind them. The grandfather's pants fall all the way down to the floor. He was right beside John's Mama who was sitting near the front so she got up and helped him pull up his pants. In the middle of the wedding! The things preachers and their family's have to do!:lmao:


What a hoot. That is almost as good as my Dad leaving me in the car at my wedding. My mom had to send him out to get me. He just went in to check on things and sat right down.:love:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Nope not a beat. Did you read the one about the lady giving him the peppermint patty? It's a couple of posts above. Now, with that one, it took a while for him to stop giggling. Sister Weems was a character to say the least.


Yes, I am still laughing over that one. You were throwing them out so quick I got lost in returns. I see where John gets that quiet dry side. That is how Don is and when he says something. Watch out. Poor Hunter doesn't stand a chance.

[mickeystoontown]

I'm done posting my funny church stories....until I can think of more that is. I guess it's time to talk more about what you guys initially signed on for.....a trip report.

Recap: We've eaten another counter service meal. Did I mention that I was soooo tired of eating counter service meals. Yeah, I did but I couldn't resist saying it once more because I was sooo tired of eating counter service food. Stood in a 45 minute line for Peter Pan. Rode It's A Small World with a super short wait time of just 5 minutes. Took a picture of the hidden Mickey and, of course, it was lost.:eek:

Wait a minute.....some time or other, we got our Extra Magic Hours wristbands. I know it was well prior to park closing. Hum? I don't remember when we did that. I know we got them when we were in Fantasyland. I don't know, but, anyway, sometime or the other, we got our Magic Hours wristbands. You can see them in some of the pictures.

And, now we're off to see Mickey's PhilarMagic. Again, we were lucky. We were told by the castmember that a new show would start in about 5 minutes. Lucky ducks, we were. We chatted with a mother and her daughter who had never seen the show. I asked them if they were hidden Mickey hunters and they had never even heard of them. Another family was standing beside us and overheard the conversation and they didn't know about hidden Mickeys either. I explained to them what they were and how to search for them. After I gave them a quick Hidden Mickey 101 lesson, the doors soon opened and it was fun to watch the two families immediately start searching for the hidden Mickey in the theater. We lost them in the crowd so I'll never know if they found it or not.

By now, we all know the Disney spiel......"Move all the way down, move all the way down, filling up all empty seats." Yada Yada Yada. (added for emphasis :lmao:) Well, there was this one lady with a child who was two aisles in front of us and she refused to move down. She stopped right in the middle of the row. The castmember got back on the speaker and said the spiel again..."Move all the way down, move all the way down, filling up all empty seats." Still, she didn't move. The castmember got back on the speaker and said "M'am in the (whatever) row, you need to move all the way down. We still have people trying to get into the theater. Every seat is a good seat." The lady actually stood up and said "I'm not moving!".

About this time, the show had started even though the curtains were closed and the lights were still on. We could hear Goofy talking, then the music started and you could hear Mickey and Donald talking. Finally, two castmembers walked over to the lady and asked her to move. I could hear some of what was going on because she was sitting fairly close in front of us. She kept telling the castmembers that she wasn't moving. Next thing you know, a uniformed officer came and escorted the lady and her child out of the theater. The crowd actually clapped. I felt so sorry for her child.

After that fiasco, we had to sit and wait for the entire show to run (without sound 'cause they turned it down) before they could start the show again. The castmember came back on the speaker and apologized for the delay and made some kind of joke...something like..."I guess she didn't think we were serious when we said you have to move all the way down."

Finally, the show began and it was fantastic as always. And, no, John did not go to sleep even though it was nice and cool and dark.:rolleyes:

Next our our agenda was Snow White's Scary Adventures. Wait a minute, I think they may have taken out the word scary. You know what I'm talking about though so it doesn't matter. The wait time was just 10 minutes so we hopped in line. I don't think we even waited that long and soon we were in our mine car and on the lookout for the scary old hag. I know that the following pictures are all probably out of order. Sorry!

See the hidden Mickey?
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Hunter showing us his hat. When you get into the blacklight sections, sweat shows up as a glowing blue/white. We were trying to take a picture of it but it didn't work. Threw the picture in anyway.
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And then we get very near the end and the ride stops. We sit there and we sit there and we sit there. The announcement comes on, several times, for us to stay in our seats and the ride will start again shortly. I think we sat there for about 10 minutes before starting back up again.

One last picture in Snow White:
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1108-1.jpg


It would soon be time for the parade and fireworks to begin so we made our way over to Frontierland to watch the parade from there.

***I'm going to stop here. Gotta go get a couple of files pulled for tomorrow.

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Like I said, I think it's just something my mother thought up. She's been doing it since I was a little girl.

The marriage license bra money is funny!:rotfl: But, I have an even better one for ya. John's daddy is a preacher. He was preaching away and this old lady (I was gonna say little old lady but she was about 6 foot tall.) got up, while Mr. McBride was preaching, fumbled her way down the aisle, stopped in front of the altar and said "Brother Billy, I know your throat gets dry when you're preaching so here." And, then she proceeds to pull out a handful of mini-sized chocolate peppermint patties from her bra. Mr. McBride was standing at the podium with the microphone and he was trying his best not to laugh. He walked down to her and she just dumped them in his hand and turned around and fumbled her way back to the pew. It took Mr. McBride several minutes before he was able to turn back around and face the congregation because he was laughing so hard. When he turned around he said "Praise the Lord for Sister Weems!" It was the funniest thing ever!


Okay, that's hilarious! I bet the whole congregation was giggling!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

PhilarMagic is my fav 3-d show of all. I could see it several times over. I am surprised they really booted the lady out. Good for them. You are in Walt's world and rules is rules. We didn't do Snow White this time. For some reason it did not interest those boys at all. I was bummed.

[mickeystoontown]

What a hoot. That is almost as good as my Dad leaving me in the car at my wedding. My mom had to send him out to get me. He just went in to check on things and sat right down.:love:

Do tell!

Yes, I am still laughing over that one. You were throwing them out so quick I got lost in returns. I see where John gets that quiet dry side. That is how Don is and when he says something. Watch out. Poor Hunter doesn't stand a chance.

Sometimes, I have to actually look at John to know if he's pulling my leg or not. If there are little wrinkles around his eyes, he's usually trying to pull a fast one on me. Hunter is just like his Daddy. Lacey is a jokester and always bubbly.

Okay, that's hilarious! I bet the whole congregation was giggling!

They were! Everybody was trying to be respectful but it was hard to do. I think that's why everybody yelled Amen when John's daddy said "Praise the Lord for Sister Weems".

Sister Weems had a way of "entertaining" the congregation with her antics. She would normally sit at the end of the pew and dangle one leg over the end. Yes, one foot on the ground and one leg thrown OVER the end of the pew.....in a dress!

[MICKEY4EVER!]

I'm with Ginny. I can't believe they actually made her leave, either. I, too, feel sorry for that woman's poor child. Bless their heart!

It seems like every time I get on Snow White, we get stopped! I guess this attraction could use some revamping!

Great update!

[lisalonglash]

Stood in a 45 minute line for Peter Pan. Rode It's A Small World with a super short wait time of just 5 minutes. Took a picture of the hidden Mickey and, of course, it was lost.:eek:

45 minutes for Peter Pan?! :scared:

And, now we're off to see Mickey's PhilarMagic. Again, we were lucky. We were told by the castmember that a new show would start in about 5 minutes. Lucky ducks, we were. We chatted with a mother and her daughter who had never seen the show. I asked them if they were hidden Mickey hunters and they had never even heard of them. Another family was standing beside us and overheard the conversation and they didn't know about hidden Mickeys either. I explained to them what they were and how to search for them. After I gave them a quick Hidden Mickey 101 lesson, the doors soon opened and it was fun to watch the two families immediately start searching for the hidden Mickey in the theater. We lost them in the crowd so I'll never know if they found it or not.

It's nice of you to spread that Disney magic around :hug:

By now, we all know the Disney spiel......"Move all the way down, move all the way down, filling up all empty seats." Yada Yada Yada. (added for emphasis :lmao:) Well, there was this one lady with a child who was two aisles in front of us and she refused to move down. She stopped right in the middle of the row. The castmember got back on the speaker and said the spiel again..."Move all the way down, move all the way down, filling up all empty seats." Still, she didn't move. The castmember got back on the speaker and said "M'am in the (whatever) row, you need to move all the way down. We still have people trying to get into the theater. Every seat is a good seat." The lady actually stood up and said "I'm not moving!".

Whoa, what's up with that?!

About this time, the show had started even though the curtains were closed and the lights were still on. We could hear Goofy talking, then the music started and you could hear Mickey and Donald talking. Finally, two castmembers walked over to the lady and asked her to move. I could hear some of what was going on because she was sitting fairly close in front of us. She kept telling the castmembers that she wasn't moving. Next thing you know, a uniformed officer came and escorted the lady and her child out of the theater. The crowd actually clapped. I felt so sorry for her child.

Aww, that poor child :sad2: As for that mother -:mad:

Finally, the show began and it was fantastic as always. And, no, John did not go to sleep even though it was nice and cool and dark.:rolleyes:

We loved PhilHarmagic - so fun! Good for John :laughing:

See the hidden Mickey?
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1103-1.jpg

Adorable!

[QUOTE=mickeystoontown;32916037]http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1107-1.jpg

Such a handsome dude pirate:

It would soon be time for the parade and fireworks to begin so we made our way over to Frontierland to watch the parade from there.

Sounds great! :cool1:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Sister Weems had a way of "entertaining" the congregation with her antics. She would normally sit at the end of the pew and dangle one leg over the end. Yes, one foot on the ground and one leg thrown OVER the end of the pew.....in a dress!

My typing teacher used to sit like that in high school. She was probably 90 at the time. We thought she was nuts. You know young people who think they know it all. We realize now that well................. she was just nuts.

Yes dear old dad begged me to elope. He couldn't stand the thought of his baby girl getting married. He actually loved Don too. Didn't count. He cried all thru rehearsal. So I guess when the day happened and he says I'll go check and see what's happening he got caught up in the moment. After about 10 minutes he comes trotting to the car and admits his error. So needless to say we laughed all the way up the aisle. Helped him a lot.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I'm with Ginny. I can't believe they actually made her leave, either. I, too, feel sorry for that woman's poor child. Bless their heart!

It seems like every time I get on Snow White, we get stopped! I guess this attraction could use some revamping!

Great update!\

That is what is bad is she doesn't even know or care what it did to her son. So now her son can grow up to be just like her. They multiply:rotfl2:

[longing2Batdisney]

:yay: for them escorting the lady out but I do agree poor child...

New rumor/news:
I read on the internet today; so it is a RUMOR; it was in the AOL news...that disneyworld is in the works to refreshen Fanatsyland. Adding another Dumbo ride next to the current dumbo adding a moat under the Dumbo ride as in the other parks and finally reopen 20,000 leagues but as a "dark" Little Mermaid ride...did not give a time but did say the drawings for it are complete ... :confused3 just sharing in the news I read again it is just a rumor at this point...

[aaaateamsgrandma]

:yay: for them escorting the lady out but I do agree poor child...

New rumor/news:
I read on the internet today; so it is a RUMOR; it was in the AOL news...that disneyworld is in the works to refreshen Fanatsyland. Adding another Dumbo ride next to the current dumbo adding a moat under the Dumbo ride as in the other parks and finally reopen 20,000 leagues but as a "dark" Little Mermaid ride...did not give a time but did say the drawings for it are complete ... :confused3 just sharing in the news I read again it is just a rumor at this point...

That is an interesting rumor. I loved 20,000 leagues. I was sad that it was no longer there. I made do.

[mickeystoontown]

:yay: for them escorting the lady out but I do agree poor child...

New rumor/news:
I read on the internet today; so it is a RUMOR; it was in the AOL news...that disneyworld is in the works to refreshen Fanatsyland. Adding another Dumbo ride next to the current dumbo adding a moat under the Dumbo ride as in the other parks and finally reopen 20,000 leagues but as a "dark" Little Mermaid ride...did not give a time but did say the drawings for it are complete ... :confused3 just sharing in the news I read again it is just a rumor at this point...


Here's a link to a report about this same thing:

http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2009/07/28/secret-plans-to-overhaul-disney-worlds-fantasyland/?icid=webmail|wbml-aol|dl4|link6|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.walletpop.com%2Fblo g%2F2009%2F07%2F28%2Fsecret-plans-to-overhaul-disney-worlds-fantasyland%2F

[mickeystoontown]

This is totally unrelated but have ya'll seen this video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEh3Z56v8UQ&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Epopeater%2Ecom%2Fmusic%2Fa rticle%2Fwedding%2Dvideo%2Dhelps%2Dchris%2Dbrown%2 F592369&feature=player_embedded

[longing2Batdisney]

that's it! that is what I read....you are soooo good!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

This is totally unrelated but have ya'll seen this video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEh3Z56v8UQ&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Epopeater%2Ecom%2Fmusic%2Fa rticle%2Fwedding%2Dvideo%2Dhelps%2Dchris%2Dbrown%2 F592369&feature=player_embedded

I watched them on the Today show last week. It was an absolute hoot. What fun. They were going to have the whole wedding party on either yesterday or today but I had to work. We will say my dad and I did not dance down the aisle.

[mickeystoontown]

I told Lacey about the wedding video and we both agreed that is somethiing that she would TOTALLY do at her wedding. She wants a "cute" dress and wear either flip flops or go barefooted. She wants is outside and the candles to be in Mason jars with little "stuff/decorations" around them. Hey, it sounds like I'm going to get away with paying for a cheap wedding.:rotfl:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I told Lacey about the wedding video and we both agreed that is somethiing that she would TOTALLY do at her wedding. She wants a "cute" dress and wear either flip flops or go barefooted. She wants is outside and the candles to be in Mason jars with little "stuff/decorations" around them. Hey, it sounds like I'm going to get away with paying for a cheap wedding.:rotfl:



She is so my kind of girl. You have not said much about Jesse this week by the way. Both my girls had cheapo weddings. They were so much fun.

[eandesmom]

HOLY MOLY. somehow I got 11 pages behind!


The ladies behind us on Stitch were absolutely hilarious. I don't think I even paid attention to Stitch because we were too busy listening to those ladies.

We once rode Star Tours with a church group of preteen girls. They were also screaming and yelling "Jesus save us!". Funny!


:rotfl2:


Oh I know everything here are work is going to work out. I have no doubt. No matter what, we are leaving after work on the 5th!


I know it will too but how frustrating for you!

I'd rather donate it to Goodwill than haggle with people.

A 2 liter Coke got dropped on the kitchen floor night before last and we wiped it up but apparently not good enough because now my floor has got sticky spots on it. And you know how when you walk in with dirt on the bottom of your shoes (no matter how little dirt it is), it sticks to those sticky places and makes dark spots on your floor. I said I'd clean it up really good after we finished walking back and forth setting up the garage sale stuff.

On top of that, John has been building a full set of kitchen cabinets and yesterday started the process of planing down some boards and sanding everything. That means sawdust gets tracked into the utility room even though he blows himself off with an airhose.

I also have suitcases strown all over my bedroom. When we got ready to go to Lacey's this past weekend, I took every piece of luggage out of the attic and threw them in our room so I wouldn't have to take them back out when we started getting ready to go to Florida. I know that we won't be using all those suitcases but I never know what ones I am going to use so I take them all out.


I couldn't agree more, that's why I don't do garage sales anymore!

That's what my house looks like all the time. Not really but in the summer, it feels like it! Sticky floors are the worst.....


Back to the trip report......we walked over to Frontierland via Fantasyland because we were hungry and wanted to eat at Pecos Bill's. Before we stopped for lunch though, my mission was to get Fastpasses for Splash Mountain. I ducked over to the wooden walkway while John and Hunter waited for me outside of the shootin' gallery.

Just as I get the last Fastpass out of the machine, John calls me on my cell and asks where I am. I told him that I had just gotten the last Fastpass and asked him why? He said Hunter had gotten chosen to participate in the Woody's Roundup street show thing (I think that's what it is called.) and was riding a stick horse around in the crowds. Of course, I had the camera. I wanted to get some pictures and knew that I had to hotfoot it over there if I wanted to get them. But, first things first, I had to put away our park tickets and Fastpasses. Don't want to lose those!

We get in line at Pecos Bill's and it's not too terribly long but it wasn't short either. We did the usual routine....John and Hunter told me what they wanted...they went and found a table....John stayed at the table and Hunter came back to stay with me until he could show me the way back to the table. It's a pretty good system of "table holding". If I am remembering correctly....


****INTERRUPTION! Bullseye! That's the horse's name.


.....we all ordered burgers and Sprites. I don't know if I told you in the first Magic Kingdom day post but we love the fixin's bar at Pecos Bill's. The sauteed mushrooms and onions are so good.

I'm going to tell you what John does with all the leftover fixin's. It's really nasty but he likes it. Would he do this at home? Absolutely not! But, he does it every time he's at Disney. It's gross so be warned.

He saves a few fries and then dumps all of the leftover fixin's (tomatoes, onions, pickles, lettuce, etc.) into the fry tray. He mixes it all up and then drops on the mayo and mustard and mixes it all up again. It's totally disgusting to us but he says that it's about like eating a tossed salad. Hum? I don't think so!:sad2:

Bummer that you missed Hunter in this show (impressive that you figured out the horses name though!). I need to make it to Pecos, it was on my list this last trip but just didn't happen. John's fixin's do sound...gross.

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Ya think Hunter liked it?
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GREAT pics!

The first year he was tall enough to ride it, he sat with his daddy. Hunter now reveals that his daddy didn't hold him tight enough and he thought he was going to fall out of the log on the way down. Why didn't the boy tell us that before now? We have always made him ride Splash Mountain even though he didn't want to. I know. I know. Bad parents but I figured he'd like it once we got on and we only made him ride it once every trip.

So this time, I told Hunter he'd sit with me and I swore I'd keep my arm tight around him throughout the entire ride. I also made sure to point out all of the details along the ride....like the possums hanging from the tree, the turtles lying on their backs, etc. He liked the ride better but hated the last drop. He says he's going to ride again this year and that he'll probably like it. We'll see.

Oh and when did you start getting soaked on Splash Mountain? We used to get a little splash here and there and this time we got wet ! I know it was August and it was hot and all but I wasn't expecting to get really wet. Of course, after we got off the ride, we had to look around in the store a little while. Hunter declared that the ride made him thirsty so we got a Sprite from the store. All that air hitting his open mouth as he screamed probably dried his mouth out. :laughing: That was mean wasn't it. Sorry!:flower3:


Poor kid! I always get drenched on this ride.

Okay, an update, just not a trip report update. That'll probably come tomorrow when I am at work. :rotfl:

There is one thing I know I need to do.......I know that most of you, if not all, are female so you'll know what I am about to say is true. I want to get some comfortable underwear. Who wants to ride in a car all day or walk through a park all day with uncomfortable underwear? "Not I" said this little piggie! Sorry if you think that's too much information to share but I now think of you all as my friends and friends talk about such things.:laughing:


Not I

:)

And, some smart *** asked if John would be wearing jorts again. And then somebody posted "that's hilarious". Then the original poster came back and made another comment about jorts. Now, I know that jean shorts aren't the most fashionable thing for men to wear. But, the ones that John did have on were not the old timey cut off jean shorts or the really tight jean shorts. They were the cargo type jean shorts. Needless to say, I was pissed. I almost posted "Didn't your mama ever tell you if you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." But I didn't. I posted something funny instead.

Maybe I took it the wrong way?:confused3 Ya'll know that I have no problem whatsoever with people laughing at the things we do, the things we have happen to us or the things that we say. But I don't like being made fun of. They can kiss my Louisiana butt as far as I am concerned.

And that's my "vent for the day".:laughing:

awww, I'm sorry. If it makes you feel any better, my DH who thinks he is quite fashionable, and is most of the time, has the most hideous pair of jorts known to man. I bit my tongue until about a year ago and made him retire them other than for work around the house. That said, WHO CARES! If he likes them and they aren't too short, who cares! DS16 is rather fond of manpris (and I think, looks good in them).


Now we're off to visit the 999 Haunted Mansion ghosts.

We go into the stretch room and they made us fill in "all the dead space".:rotfl: There were several older teenager couples who were beside us. John noticed they had "first visit" pins on so we told them about looking up when the lights go out. I remember the first few times we rode Haunted Mansion, I didn't know to look up to see the hanging Master Gracey above our heads. Of course, when the lights went out, they looked up and the girls screamed bloody murder. I didn't mean to scare them. I just wanted them to look up and see!:scared1:

You all know that I can't stand the whole "push your way in the line" and the whole "feel like a bunch of herded cows" part that's required to get on the ride. There has got to be a better way for Disney to handle the exiting the stretch room part. We always get squooshed.

Well, this time, I got squooshed and right behind a sweaty stinky lady in front of me. I'm sorry but don't people know that they smell? I can smell her! John can smell her! Hunter is holding his nose! Can't she smell herself? Wear deodorant people! I pack a stick of deodorant in the backpack so I can do a little touch up in the middle of the day. My makeup is worn off, my hair is sticking up but my underarms are all fresh and clean!:rolleyes1 Thankfully, when we get a little further into the herd, the stinky lady falls behind to torment somebody else's nose behind us.:yay:

I like those kind of good teenagers. They seem so hard to find now-a-days.:confused3



you know, I do think sometimes they can't smell themselves. I truly have no idea. When DSD12 was younger and first getting stinky (lol) both she, and her friends really had no clue how BAD they smelled. It was awful. And a fight to get them to put on deoderant and learn the habit. A non issue now but WHEW!

I have a feeling you'll meet tons of nice teens when Hunter is one. There are lots of them out there :)

Great HM pics!

[mickeystoontown]

She is so my kind of girl. You have not said much about Jesse this week by the way. Both my girls had cheapo weddings. They were so much fun.

Yes, she is very low maintenance like her mother. She and Jesse have just been hanging out at the house since they aren't doing the children's church camp. Lacey and her cousin, Ashly, used to make home movies every time Ashly came over. (They've done this since they were Hunter's age.) We had a lot of makeup, fake scars, wigs, costumes, etc. and Lacey, Hunter and Jesse have had the best time making each other up. Last night, Jesse was a zombie. Lacey was an pink ice princess. Hunter was some kind of mad scientist. Kids!:laughing:

[longing2Batdisney]

I had seen the part of the video w/the groom on the local news. that was a hoot!:rotfl2: my priest would have died and threw us all out of his church:rotfl: you have to share that one with 3princessesa&aprince

I hope Gwendolyn and Joe will be cheapo's I can dream...I keep trying to talk her into a very small beach wedding:cloud9:...my mom on the other hand (who will not be paying for this one) keeps trying to go all out.:eek:..she did that for mine...give me a break or at least my wallet:eek:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Yes, she is very low maintenance like her mother. She and Jesse have just been hanging out at the house since they aren't doing the children's church camp. Lacey and her cousin, Ashly, used to make home movies every time Ashly came over. (They've done this since they were Hunter's age.) We had a lot of makeup, fake scars, wigs, costumes, etc. and Lacey, Hunter and Jesse have had the best time making each other up. Last night, Jesse was a zombie. Lacey was an pink ice princess. Hunter was some kind of mad scientist. Kids!:laughing:

How fun for them and you to witness their fun. Pictures would work.

[Angies1274]

Yay!!:yay: Another update today!!

Mickey's Philharmagic is such a great show!! I was so happy this year that my son actually opened his eyes through it. :laughing:His brother teased him last year that things were going to pop out at him. It really freaked him out!!:rotfl2: But this year he loved it!!:thumbsup2 Boy, they really mean business when they tell you to "move all the way down"!!:rolleyes1 I feel so bad for the poor kid.:sad2: All the mother had to do was move down, instead she ruined it for her child. That's so sad....


Love all the pictures of Snow White's Scary Adventure!!:goodvibes


This is totally unrelated but have ya'll seen this video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEh3Z56v8UQ&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Epopeater%2Ecom%2Fmusic%2Fa rticle%2Fwedding%2Dvideo%2Dhelps%2Dchris%2Dbrown%2 F592369&feature=player_embedded

That is such a great video!! So funny and unexpected!! I think I have shown it to everyone who has come over lately...:rotfl: I was telling my hubby the other night that we should have done something like that for our wedding!! He just laughed and shook his head.:laughing:

[dd50]

note to self....bring disposal to handle cash. I knew there was a reason that I like to use my credit card.:lmao:

[jenseib]

:yay: for them escorting the lady out but I do agree poor child...

New rumor/news:
I read on the internet today; so it is a RUMOR; it was in the AOL news...that disneyworld is in the works to refreshen Fanatsyland. Adding another Dumbo ride next to the current dumbo adding a moat under the Dumbo ride as in the other parks and finally reopen 20,000 leagues but as a "dark" Little Mermaid ride...did not give a time but did say the drawings for it are complete ... :confused3 just sharing in the news I read again it is just a rumor at this point...


Wow! I thought they filled in the 20000leagues under the sea area?

That video is so cool.

[hhockman]

GREAT update! And thanks for the video. That made me smile and I needed a smile. I think I might need an Oreo cookie too. Be right back....

...K, got 'em.

So, before I went upstairs I went to check on the boys and make sure Will was asleep (I knew Christian was asleep because I'd let him lay in my bed and I laid there with him until he fell asleep...he's been really clingy the last couple days for some reason). Anyway, I went into their room and Will isn't in his bed. Or in a chair in front of the tv. So I check my bed, and there he is, asleep with his brother

(pause for the "awwwwwwwwwwwww"s).

So, :rotfl: :confused3 :sad2: :confused: and :lmao: (in no particular order) in response to all of the chit chat. I don't know what we're going to do while you're gone. Probably keep talking (or maybe I'll actually post on MY report).

That Fantasyland info is interesting! I hadn't heard about that. Looks like it will take over all of Mickey's Toontown except for the Barnstormer. Lisa, what will you do when no one knows what your name means? So everyone going soon, make sure you buy some stuff that says "Toontown" they will eventually be collector's items. I like the plans though.

I assume you all have seen the famous Disney video set to Life Is A Highway. I know Connie posted it on my PTR.

Love all the pictures, Lisa. Can't wait to see what's you'll come up with this year!

Now I'm going to go back to reading because I'm sure there have been 12 posts just since I started typing this...

[longing2Batdisney]

GREAT update! And thanks for the video. That made me smile and I needed a smile. I think I might need an Oreo cookie too. Be right back....
I just ate some watermelon, but now I want a cookie
...K, got 'em.

So, before I went upstairs I went to check on the boys and make sure Will was asleep (I knew Christian was asleep because I'd let him lay in my bed and I laid there with him until he fell asleep...he's been really clingy the last couple days for some reason). Anyway, I went into their room and Will isn't in his bed. Or in a chair in front of the tv. So I check my bed, and there he is, asleep with his brother

(pause for the "awwwwwwwwwwwww"s).
Aww! maybe because school is getting ready to start again and he has been having so much fun over the summer???

So, :rotfl: :confused3 :sad2: :confused: and :lmao: (in no particular order) in response to all of the chit chat. I don't know what we're going to do while you're gone. Probably keep talking (or maybe I'll actually post on MY report).
visited you there today; you will have to carry on while Lisa is gone...sounds like a great plan:rotfl:

That Fantasyland info is interesting! I hadn't heard about that. Looks like it will take over all of Mickey's Toontown except for the Barnstormer. Lisa, what will you do when no one knows what your name means? So everyone going soon, make sure you buy some stuff that says "Toontown" they will eventually be collector's items. I like the plans though.
I really thought the lagoon was still there just blocked in by winnie the pooh play area and aries grotto; I really think they have plenty of space still there just hidden from view and not have to touch toon town; there is talk of expanding the country fair for the princesses and the fairies; gosh where did I read that one?!

I assume you all have seen the famous Disney video set to Life Is A Highway. I know Connie posted it on my PTR.

Love all the pictures, Lisa. Can't wait to see what's you'll come up with this year!

Now I'm going to go back to reading because I'm sure there have been 12 posts just since I started typing this...

:cutie:

[mickeystoontown]

HOLY MOLY. somehow I got 11 pages behind!

:rotfl2:

I know it will too but how frustrating for you!

I couldn't agree more, that's why I don't do garage sales anymore!

That's what my house looks like all the time. Not really but in the summer, it feels like it! Sticky floors are the worst.....

Bummer that you missed Hunter in this show (impressive that you figured out the horses name though!). I need to make it to Pecos, it was on my list this last trip but just didn't happen. John's fixin's do sound...gross.

GREAT pics!

Poor kid! I always get drenched on this ride.

Not I

:)

awww, I'm sorry. If it makes you feel any better, my DH who thinks he is quite fashionable, and is most of the time, has the most hideous pair of jorts known to man. I bit my tongue until about a year ago and made him retire them other than for work around the house. That said, WHO CARES! If he likes them and they aren't too short, who cares! DS16 is rather fond of manpris (and I think, looks good in them).



you know, I do think sometimes they can't smell themselves. I truly have no idea. When DSD12 was younger and first getting stinky (lol) both she, and her friends really had no clue how BAD they smelled. It was awful. And a fight to get them to put on deoderant and learn the habit. A non issue now but WHEW!

I have a feeling you'll meet tons of nice teens when Hunter is one. There are lots of them out there :)

Great HM pics!

I'm glad that you're all caught up again. You can see that we all love to just stop and chat a while. Then, I realize that I need to get back to the actual trip report itself. But, we've all become quite good friends and friends like to talk.:laughing:

The girls on Star Tours and Stitch were so funny. I love getting on rides with people who get excited about them. It make the ride so much more enjoyable.

I've actually got two people lined up to come in and do a little "mini" interview for the fill-in position. One of them is bound to work out.

Once the garage sale was over, I packed up everything and sent it to Goodwill. I can't stand haggling with people over something that is already priced super duper low.

When we built the house and for about 3 years after, I could honestly say that you could eat off the floor it was so clean. Now, I say you probably really could eat off the floor because we are constantly dropping food on it. :lmao: Seriously, it's not that nasty but during the Summer I just can't seem to make myself come in and clean. It's too pretty out.

You really need to make a stop at Pecos Bill's. To me, it's a step above regular counter service food. And, I don't blame you for not wanting to try John's "tossed salad" concoction. It's disgusting!

Thanks for the compliment on the Big Thunder Mountain pictures. I was bummed that I missed Hunter doing the roundup but I got over it pretty quickly.

Eeww! for people who don't smell their stinky selves!

I had seen the part of the video w/the groom on the local news. that was a hoot!:rotfl2: my priest would have died and threw us all out of his church:rotfl: you have to share that one with 3princessesa&aprince

I hope Gwendolyn and Joe will be cheapo's I can dream...I keep trying to talk her into a very small beach wedding:cloud9:...my mom on the other hand (who will not be paying for this one) keeps trying to go all out.:eek:..she did that for mine...give me a break or at least my wallet:eek:

The video was just the cutest thing ever! I had seem clips of it on the morning show but they didn't show it all. We all watched it again last night.

Our pastor probably wouldn't think too highly of dancing in the aisles either. The church is not super strict and there would be no problem if you were dancing when the "spirit" hit you during church but I don't know if they'd think too highly of dancing to a Chris Brown song.

Lacey has always said she wants just a cute dress, either no shoes or flip flops (she wore flip flops to her high school graduation) and didn't want anything too froo-froo or formal. Thank goodness!

How fun for them and you to witness their fun. Pictures would work.

I didn't even think about taking pictures. You could tell they were bored from just sitting around all day long. All of her friends that she would normally visit while at home are counselors at children's church camp so that's out. Lacey doesn't want to spend any of her money while at home 'cause she's saving it for vacation. I told them they should go to the local zoo which is, basically, a joke but it'd be something to do. We looked at the weather last night and, wouldn't you know it, it's supposed to rain the rest of the week.

Yay!!:yay: Another update today!!

Mickey's Philharmagic is such a great show!! I was so happy this year that my son actually opened his eyes through it. :laughing:His brother teased him last year that things were going to pop out at him. It really freaked him out!!:rotfl2: But this year he loved it!!:thumbsup2 Boy, they really mean business when they tell you to "move all the way down"!!:rolleyes1 I feel so bad for the poor kid.:sad2: All the mother had to do was move down, instead she ruined it for her child. That's so sad....

Love all the pictures of Snow White's Scary Adventure!!:goodvibes


That is such a great video!! So funny and unexpected!! I think I have shown it to everyone who has come over lately...:rotfl: I was telling my hubby the other night that we should have done something like that for our wedding!! He just laughed and shook his head.:laughing:

Aw, how great was it that your son kept his eyes open throughout Mickey's PhilarMagic. Now he knows that nothing's going to pop out at him and it's a fantastic show.

I absolutely love the wedding video. I think I could watch it over and over again. Poor John has no rhythm so he'd probably look like the bald guy in the video. :rotfl2:

[mickeystoontown]

note to self....bring disposal to handle cash. I knew there was a reason that I like to use my credit card.:lmao:

:rotfl2: I find that it's easier for me to keep up with our spending if I have cash but I certainly don't store it in my bra or my underwear. :lmao:

Wow! I thought they filled in the 20000leagues under the sea area?

That video is so cool.

I honestly couldn't remember what they did withthe 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea area other than make the Pooh play area.

Isn't the video cute!

GREAT update! And thanks for the video. That made me smile and I needed a smile. I think I might need an Oreo cookie too. Be right back....

...K, got 'em.

So, before I went upstairs I went to check on the boys and make sure Will was asleep (I knew Christian was asleep because I'd let him lay in my bed and I laid there with him until he fell asleep...he's been really clingy the last couple days for some reason). Anyway, I went into their room and Will isn't in his bed. Or in a chair in front of the tv. So I check my bed, and there he is, asleep with his brother

(pause for the "awwwwwwwwwwwww"s).

So, :rotfl: :confused3 :sad2: :confused: and :lmao: (in no particular order) in response to all of the chit chat. I don't know what we're going to do while you're gone. Probably keep talking (or maybe I'll actually post on MY report).

That Fantasyland info is interesting! I hadn't heard about that. Looks like it will take over all of Mickey's Toontown except for the Barnstormer. Lisa, what will you do when no one knows what your name means? So everyone going soon, make sure you buy some stuff that says "Toontown" they will eventually be collector's items. I like the plans though.

I assume you all have seen the famous Disney video set to Life Is A Highway. I know Connie posted it on my PTR.

Love all the pictures, Lisa. Can't wait to see what's you'll come up with this year!

Now I'm going to go back to reading because I'm sure there have been 12 posts just since I started typing this...

First off, I'm glad that I/we were able to give you a little chuckle just when you needed it.

Awwwww to the boys being loving to each other even if it is in their sleep.:laughing:

I am sure that you guys will all chat amongst yourselves while I am gone. Just know that I'll be missing ya'll too even though I'm in Disney.

I use Mickeystoontown for my user name on lots of things. The reason I did was because of: 1) my love for Disney; and, 2) in memory of Lacey's dropped Mickey ice cream.;)

I scanned the article on the Fantasyland revamping but intend to go back and read it thoroughly.

I hope that my next trip report doesn't bore you guys to tears because even though I love ya'll, I don't want to go through all of the things that we went through last trip.

[mickeystoontown]

Good morning, good morning, everybody good morning! Good morning, good morning to you!

Be very very thankful that you didn't have to actually hear me sing that little tune to you 'cause my singing voice is horrible! Even the shower would cring.:rotfl:

Well, I've got two people lined up to fill in for me while I am gone. I have one young girl, she's just 16, but comes recommended by one of the Judge's secretary (the one that I booked the Disney vacation for). She's supposed to call me today and come in to talk for a little while. I need to get a "read" on her to see if she can put up with the grumpy old boss. :laughing: One of our attorney friends dropped by yesterday (we get that a lot since we are just one block from the courthouse). I mentioned something to him about losing my fill-in and he said I can loan you the girl I have come in and do the stuff at the office that his secretary doesn't want to do like filing, copying, etc. Awesome!

My boss has been pretending to forget that I am leaving on Thursday of next week. He has it on his calendar that I am going to be out the week of the 10th when I am actually leaving on the 6th. I emailed him last night and gently reminded him that he approved the two extra days. Actually, it's just an extra day and a half since we close at Noon on Fridays anyway. He said he thought that it'd be okay so long as I bring him another fat man Grumpy t-shirt and I get billing out before I leave. Check and Check! Aren't bosses just the most frustrating things?!?

I'm going to try to get ya'll an update posted today. I have a feeling that I need to be a little sweetie today so he won't be all puffed up and upset that I had to remind him I am leaving after work next Wednesday and won't be coming in next Thursday or Friday. Silly old man!

[hhockman]

{sigh} okay, work if you must...


...but we're still going to be waiting for that update!

(and I hope this coming trip has less mishaps for you too...we'll all be interested anyway because Lacey will be there, so that's different. You don't need to add any "adventures" to that. Shoot...by the time you get back I'll be right at a month away. I'd be happy with pictures of the World and no commentary at all...but you do have to comment! :rotfl:)

[Villainess]

Bosses?! I mean, come on! Don't they understand the need to DIS? LOL!

[mickeystoontown]

{sigh} okay, work if you must...


...but we're still going to be waiting for that update!

(and I hope this coming trip has less mishaps for you too...we'll all be interested anyway because Lacey will be there, so that's different. You don't need to add any "adventures" to that. Shoot...by the time you get back I'll be right at a month away. I'd be happy with pictures of the World and no commentary at all...but you do have to comment! :rotfl:)

Lacey and Hunter are already thinking of "themes" for our pictures. One year, we took pictures of everybody on the park benches. Another time it was in front of bathroom signs. We try to get pictures of "different" stuff. I believe we'll have some really goofy pictures this next trip.

Bosses?! I mean, come on! Don't they understand the need to DIS? LOL!

Mine totally doesn't get the appeal of anything Disney because he can't stand kids. Hasn't found one yet that he likes. :confused3 I think that's bizarre since he specializes in family law....divorces, child custody, visitation, child support, etc.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Good morning everybody. I just got to work. The dishwasher is sitting in my garage being very quiet. I hope to work on my tr today since the boss is out but you can't control these phones. I must pay the bills and clean my desk first. You girls chat amongst yourselves and I'll join when I can. Have a great day everybody.

[longing2Batdisney]

So, I'm bored and should be playing with the kids but instead I got a whim...
after yesterday I have been curious about Fantasyland...
so I pulled up the ariel view and yes 20,000 leagues the lagoon is still there and you can see close to the Dumbo ride there is a part of the lagoon there that would make a moat for the new Dumbo "IF THE RUMORS WERE TO BE TRUE"...

I never realized how much parking is around MK; it is so well hidden...and you would not believe how generic all the roof systems are...very interesting very interesting...if your a bored geek like me :laughing:

here's the link if anyone is a geek like me:
http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&FORM=LMLTCP&cp=28.418721~-81.579999&style=a&lvl=16&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&scene=5219454&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&encType=1

Remember this is all just a leak and a rumor...
although I would love to see them do something with the lagoon

[MICKEY4EVER!]

So, I'm bored and should be playing with the kids but instead I got a whim...
after yesterday I have been curious about Fantasyland...
so I pulled up the ariel view and yes 20,000 leagues the lagoon is still there and you can see close to the Dumbo ride there is a part of the lagoon there that would make a moat for the new Dumbo "IF THE RUMORS WERE TO BE TRUE"...

I never realized how much parking is around MK; it is so well hidden...and you would not believe how generic all the roof systems are...very interesting very interesting...if your a bored geek like me :laughing:

here's the link if anyone is a geek like me:
http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&FORM=LMLTCP&cp=28.418721~-81.579999&style=a&lvl=16&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&scene=5219454&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&encType=1

Remember this is all just a leak and a rumor...
although I would love to see them do something with the lagoon


Cool! Looking at that just makes me want to go back. Even looking at it from above! Yes, the roofs are very generic. It always seemed to me that EVERYTHING at Disney should be magical, even the roofs!!! :laughing:

[mickeystoontown]

Good morning everybody. I just got to work. The dishwasher is sitting in my garage being very quiet. I hope to work on my tr today since the boss is out but you can't control these phones. I must pay the bills and clean my desk first. You girls chat amongst yourselves and I'll join when I can. Have a great day everybody.

I was about to say "good morning" but caught myself 'cause it's 12:45. I'm sitting here eating part of an Almond Joy for lunchtime dessert. Tell Don he's gotta get busy and connect the dishwasher before you get dishwater hands.

My boss came in all cheery this morning which was a plus. Figured he'd still be p.o.'d because he was ever so gently reminded about me leaving next week.:laughing: He also loves his wine. He's not a wino by any means but he likes to celebrate when he wins a big trial or settles one that was supposed to be a big battle. Thus, I assumed that he would have a few glasses last night because yesterday's case settled and then would come in all puffy eyed. I so hope ya'll aren't getting the wrong impression of him because he's not a drunk and he's a super nice guy.:thumbsup2

Glad you said "must pay the bills" because I need to do that next week before we leave. I have four things coming due while we are gone. I'll just pay them ahead of time and be done with it.

So, I'm bored and should be playing with the kids but instead I got a whim...
after yesterday I have been curious about Fantasyland...
so I pulled up the ariel view and yes 20,000 leagues the lagoon is still there and you can see close to the Dumbo ride there is a part of the lagoon there that would make a moat for the new Dumbo "IF THE RUMORS WERE TO BE TRUE"...

I never realized how much parking is around MK; it is so well hidden...and you would not believe how generic all the roof systems are...very interesting very interesting...if your a bored geek like me :laughing:

here's the link if anyone is a geek like me:
http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&FORM=LMLTCP&cp=28.418721~-81.579999&style=a&lvl=16&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&scene=5219454&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&encType=1

Remember this is all just a leak and a rumor...
although I would love to see them do something with the lagoon

I'm going to go have a look now.

Cool! Looking at that just makes me want to go back. Even looking at it from above! Yes, the roofs are very generic. It always seemed to me that EVERYTHING at Disney should be magical, even the roofs!!! :laughing:

I know what you mean. Where were we in Disney that we could see some of the rooftops? I can't remember......but I do remember, hey those are just roofs but they are Disney roofs!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I was about to say "good morning" but caught myself 'cause it's 12:45. I'm sitting here eating part of an Almond Joy for lunchtime dessert. Tell Don he's gotta get busy and connect the dishwasher before you get dishwater hands.


I was eating an Almond Joy Mini when I opened up the report. Too funny.


My boss came in all cheery this morning which was a plus. Figured he'd still be p.o.'d because he was ever so gently reminded about me leaving next week.:laughing: He also loves his wine. He's not a wino by any means but he likes to celebrate when he wins a big trial or settles one that was supposed to be a big battle. Thus, I assumed that he would have a few glasses last night because yesterday's case settled and then would come in all puffy eyed. I so hope ya'll aren't getting the wrong impression of him because he's not a drunk and he's a super nice guy.:thumbsup2

Don makes wine. I should send you a bottle.

Glad you said "must pay the bills" because I need to do that next week before we leave. I have four things coming due while we are gone. I'll just pay them ahead of time and be done with it.



I'm going to go have a look now.



I know what you mean. Where were we in Disney that we could see some of the rooftops? I can't remember......but I do remember, hey those are just roofs but they are Disney roofs!

I got my TR started this morning and had to work for a bit instead. Will get back to it.

[mickeystoontown]

I got my TR started this morning and had to work for a bit instead. Will get back to it.


I am just now really getting a chance to read my emails. I am sure I have one saying you've posted on your report. I'll head over there in just a bit. How come every time we think we are going to have some free time, it just doesn't happen?:confused3

My mother enjoys wine. A glass here and there. We got tickled at her when we were driving to Georgia. She told us that she had bought a bottle of wine and when she got it home, she read the label and it didn't have one drop of fruit juice in it! :rotfl: What kind of wine is that? She was recently diagnosed with fatty liver and the doctor told her what kind of ingredients to avoid. So, she started reading labels on everything in her pantry. She pulled out some sodas that she bought at the dollar store and they had "wood particles" in them. Yes! I said wood particles. She immediately tossed them. Beware of dollar store sodas!:scared1:

I would be willing to pay for a bottle of Don's.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

He gives it away to anyone willing to drink it. He does sell it at the family reunion cause we need to make money to throw a big party. My dear cousin was killed last year in a car wreck so he brought his wine he had started and finished it and bottled it. We made $600 on it at the reunion. Don has taught my brother Gary and that cousin how to make it. We had some weird stuff over the years. No wood particles tho. The black walnut one was a little weird.

[orangecats2]

I love to look at aerial maps!
I know what you mean about the underwear situation. When I travel I make sure to pack only my most comfortable bras and panties!
I also just wanted to say that on Saturday I booked a package to WDW. :cool1: I'm so exited! I changed my ticker in my signature. We'll be there in eight weeks! You are lucky you leave in one week but I'm happy to be going at all this year. Have fun!

[longing2Batdisney]

I love to look at aerial maps!
I know what you mean about the underwear situation. When I travel I make sure to pack only my most comfortable bras and panties!
I also just wanted to say that on Saturday I booked a package to WDW. :cool1: I'm so exited! I changed my ticker in my signature. We'll be there in eight weeks! You are lucky you leave in one week but I'm happy to be going at all this year. Have fun!
:cheer2:you booked your trip:cheer2:
and you are leaving so soon:thumbsup2wish I could talk DH into planning a trip like that; I usually have to go every 5 yrs; so, I'm lucky to beable to plan for next year...we just need to decide "when"

Have fun...look forward to another TR...:woohoo:

[Momof2Disneyboys]

By now, we all know the Disney spiel......"Move all the way down, move all the way down, filling up all empty seats." Yada Yada Yada. (added for emphasis :lmao:) Well, there was this one lady with a child who was two aisles in front of us and she refused to move down. She stopped right in the middle of the row. The castmember got back on the speaker and said the spiel again..."Move all the way down, move all the way down, filling up all empty seats." Still, she didn't move. The castmember got back on the speaker and said "M'am in the (whatever) row, you need to move all the way down. We still have people trying to get into the theater. Every seat is a good seat." The lady actually stood up and said "I'm not moving!".

About this time, the show had started even though the curtains were closed and the lights were still on. We could hear Goofy talking, then the music started and you could hear Mickey and Donald talking. Finally, two castmembers walked over to the lady and asked her to move. I could hear some of what was going on because she was sitting fairly close in front of us. She kept telling the castmembers that she wasn't moving. Next thing you know, a uniformed officer came and escorted the lady and her child out of the theater. The crowd actually clapped. I felt so sorry for her child.

After that fiasco, we had to sit and wait for the entire show to run (without sound 'cause they turned it down) before they could start the show again. The castmember came back on the speaker and apologized for the delay and made some kind of joke...something like..."I guess she didn't think we were serious when we said you have to move all the way down."







OH MY GOSH I can't believe that happened!! :scared1:

Wow I can't believe someone would rather be thrown out than to just move down the row. :confused: Her poor kid! :sad2:

[overthemoon4mickey]

I forgot to mention that John and my mother travel with a clean set of underwear in their vehicles. Their quote: "You just never know when you might need 'em."

:rotfl: Now I don't feel so bad about the roll of TP I have in my car....same reason..."you just never know when you might need it"!:laughing:

[MICKEY4EVER!]

:rotfl: Now I don't feel so bad about the roll of TP I have in my car....same reason..."you just never know when you might need it"!:laughing:


My dad used to carry a roll of TP in the car when we were younger. I remember many a time we'd have to pull off the side of the interstate and Daddy would go running out to the woods!!! :scared1:

[mickeystoontown]

I'm going to go ahead and apologize for the lack of pictures in the first part of this post. Not even going to say why because you already know...just insert the same old phrase here.:headache:

You'll remember that we had done a lot of stuff in Fantasyland but still had three things that we had missed.....Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, Cinderella's Golden Caroussel and Dumbo. The caroussel wasn't that big of a deal but we did want to do Dumbo (What Disney trip would be complete without it?) and Pooh. We'd come back later. Remember, the park's open until 2:00 a.m.

We walk over to Frontierland to stake out a spot for the parade and found one almost directly across the street from Pecos Bill's. There was a reason we were on that side of the street. Our plan was to watch the parade and then hotfoot it over to Big Thunder Mountain for another ride before the fireworks began. Smart thinkin' huh!

Before long, we heard the wonderful announcement that the parade would begin in just something-or-other minutes. A few more announcements like that and the music started. Then, we waited and we waited and we waited and after that, we waited some more. I totally forgot how long it takes the parade to make it to Frontierland. Can anyone say FOREVER? Say it again.....FOREVER! One more time and this time louder.....FOREVER!:laughing:

The SpectroMagic parade is so magical each and every time we see it. I just love it. John blew Cinderella a kiss and she blew it back! Thank goodness Pocahontas wasn't in the parade because he would have been hiding.;) Anyway, Minnie finally comes along and John tells Hunter to blow her a kiss and she blew it back. One of the seven dwarfs came over and gave Hunter a high five. Brer Fox came by and played around with John's hat. Hey, this was a good spot! Except where was my kiss blowing Prince? Hum?:confused3

We see the very last float getting ready to come by and we jumped up and put on the backpack and made ready to beat the crowds over to Big Thunder Mountain. The float goes by, we walk really fast, and I turn around to see hordes of people behind us. Ugh, they musta had the same idea as us. We make it to Big Thunder Mountain ahead of the other people and, although I can't remember the exact wait time, it wasn't bad at all. What they say is true. Big Thunder really is different at night.

***Interruption: I just thought of something. Sometime or the other, we got on the train (not the runaway train Big Thunder) and road over to Toontown. I don't remember it being on this day. It must have been on our first Magic Kingdom day which means I missed posting something for that day. I guess it doesn't matter because I don't remember what it was to post it anyway. Sorry, let's get back to what I was talking about...

Somewhere I read that if you had seen Wishes from the front of the castle many times, why not try seeing Wishes from behind the castle. So, we thought why not give it a try. We took the wooden walkway all the way from Big Thunder Mountain over to Liberty Square and it was much quicker because most people were still on the street itself.

I look to my left and the Haunted Mansion has a 10 minute wait. What's up with that? I figured everybody would have gotten in line after the parade. Hum....we do have almost 30 minutes before Wishes so why not. A quick turn to the left and we were in line for the Haunted Mansion. This time, we walked almost all the way up to the entrance door. There's no way this will be a 10 minute wait. :woohoo:

The doors open up and all of us go in and are soon filling in all the dead space, room stretches, lights go out, see hanging Master Gracey, doors open and the herding begins. Thank goodness there were was no stinky woman in front of me. Ride, ride, ride, pop up ghosts, singing heads, floating ball, yada, yada yada, picked up a hitchhiker and we're done. Not trying to make light of the ride, it's just ya'll already know the Haunted Mansion story.:laughing:

After a stop at our "secret" bathroom near Peter Pan, we walked over to see if there were any spots left to watch the fireworks in Fantasyland. Were there any spots left? Sure were! Where were all the people? Oh yeah, in front of the castle. We found a table over by Pooh's Playful Spot. John walked over to the little ice cream shop place near Snow White and got a large order of fries and two Cokes to snack on while we waited for the fireworks to begin.

Soon after we sat down, all of the empty tables had been filled and there were many people who had sat down on the pavement to watch the fireworks too.

Before our trip, I went to Michael's craft store and bought tubes of glow sticks for us to hand out while we watched the fireworks. Until now, I had forgotten all about them. We had thirty glow sticks and I just knew we'd light up a lot of kids' faces with them. Hunter wanted to hand them out but I told him that he first had to ask the parents if it would be okay to give the kids a glow stick. He said he would and off he went. Imagine my surprise when the first few parents said no. I could see that they were turning him down so I got up and walked over to him. I told them that we just wanted to let spread a little magic and were offering the kids free glow sticks. Some still said no and just looked at us like we were absolutely nuts.

Okay, do we look like mass murderers? Is my Southern accent turning these people off? Do I have a booger hanging out of my nose? Have I suddenly grown a third eye? What's the deal Lucille? We finally gave up and walked back to tell John what had just happened. He was talking to another family at the table next to him and they were from Arkansas. Finally, somebody from near our home State! They had three kids and we asked if they could have a glow stick or two. They accepted and the kids were as pleased as punch. We talked to them a little more and then we heard the announcement. Wishes was about to begin! Cue the music and tah dah! Oooh fireworks!:yay:

I know that you're probably saying I wish Lisa would just shut up and post some pictures. Your wish is my command.

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We were really surprised to see just how far behind the castle the fireworks really are set off. They were way behind Pooh's Playful Spot. Would we go back there and watch the fireworks again? Yes. Was it as magical as seeing them in front of the castle? No. If we were in the Magic Kingdom for just one day, we'd be in front of the castle watching the fireworks, not the back.

Before hopping in line for Dumbo, Hunter and the kids next to us went over to this tree and played around a few minutes while the adults talked.

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We wished our Arkansas friends goodbye so we could take a whirl on Dumbo.


****I'll stop here because I really really need to get some typing done. And, no, not Disboard typing.:lmao:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Wonderful day at MK. I have seen wishes from front and back. Front is better imo. But there is just something about it that makes you feel so good inside. I love the magic. I would have taken a glow stick.

[overthemoon4mickey]

Mine totally doesn't get the appeal of anything Disney because he can't stand kids. Hasn't found one yet that he likes. :confused3 I think that's bizarre since he specializes in family law....divorces, child custody, visitation, child support, etc.




You know what they say...."Those that can't do"...:laughing:

[dismagiclover]

Spectromagic:cloud9: Thanks for the report on the fireworks from Fantasyland. Maybe we'll try there sometime especially if DH is with me. He can't stand the crowds:confused3

[WDWisOurHappyPlace]

Lisa,
I'm trying to catch up on your trip report, this thing has turned into a book! There's too much to respond to, so I just wanted to come out and say that you are very entertaining and you crack me up!:rotfl: Good Job!

[SKTiger]

Somewhere I read that if you had seen Wishes from the front of the castle many times, why not try seeing Wishes from behind the castle. So, we thought why not give it a try.


The best place I've seen Wishes from is while riding Dumbo... Tricky to time, but definitely worth the view.

[mickeystoontown]

First of all, I'm gonna come back and respond to everybody. Just give me a while. You know I still love you.:grouphug:

I've been sitting here with the ghosts typing away. Those stupid things won't quit smoking and I've smelled it almost all day now. I have a headache from it. I even said outloud, at lunch, "Please put your cigarette out because it's giving me a headache." I guess they can't kick the habit 'cause they didn't stop. Both my boss and myself were gone at lunch and when I cam back, the backdoor was open again. Smoking and playing tricks!

John just called and said my hairdresser calle me back. She can't cut my hair until the 5th at 4:30 p.m. No uh uh! We are supposed to leave for Disney on the 5th and as soon after I get off work as possible. There will be no haircutting at 4:30 for me. Now, I've got to go to some stranger and have my haircut. The way I figure it is if the cut turns out bad, I can always wear a hat. It doesn't really matter what it looks like anyway because the Florida weather does a number on my naturally wavy hair even with a good haircut.:laughing:

Be back later, just had a minute to fill ya'll in.

[longing2Batdisney]

sorry to hear about the hairdresser!!! glad to hear about the fireworks from the back of the castle will have to pass that one on to Joe (does not like crowds--since Iraq or really loud noise or bright lights) we were worried about him but he did really well. Only had headache issues one day while there.

John is such a flirt and raising Hunter right along with it....its a southern thing! my dad is super quiet but a super flirt...:laughing:

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Maybe those people wouldn't take your glow sticks b/c your tooth fell out again, and you didn't realize it! :lmao: (love you, Lisa!)

We saw the fireworks from behind the castle in March, and to be honest, it was awesome to see, but I got a neck ache from all the turning of my head. You never knew which direction they coming from! Mitchell loved it, though. Screamed and jumped up and down the whole time. That was my favorite part. :love:

That's funny - now you're talking to your ghosts! Too bad they don't listen. The perfume around this place gives me a headache. I'd love to tell these people to go home and take a bath! :cutie:

[Villainess]

I've been toying with the idea of buying glow bracelets for the kids and extras to pass out too. It's a shame that the parents said no.

[Angies1274]

What a great night you had at MK!!:goodvibes We love SpectoMagic :lovestruc:-- We're so sad it's not going to be running on our MK day next month.:sad2: It sound like you found a great spot to watch it!!:thumbsup2 especially for riding BTMR right after. As you know, we love BTMR and riding it at night sounds awesome!!

That's too bad that some people wouldn't let their kids take a glow stick...Geez, you were only trying to spread a little magic!!!:confused3 I will have to mention to DH about watching the fireworks from the back of the castle. He will be sooo happy because he does not like crowds in the front.:rolleyes1

[mickeystoontown]

He gives it away to anyone willing to drink it. He does sell it at the family reunion cause we need to make money to throw a big party. My dear cousin was killed last year in a car wreck so he brought his wine he had started and finished it and bottled it. We made $600 on it at the reunion. Don has taught my brother Gary and that cousin how to make it. We had some weird stuff over the years. No wood particles tho. The black walnut one was a little weird.

I'd be willing to pay for the shipping costs. At least you'll get that costs back. I'm sorry to hear about your cousin.

I love to look at aerial maps!
I know what you mean about the underwear situation. When I travel I make sure to pack only my most comfortable bras and panties!
I also just wanted to say that on Saturday I booked a package to WDW. :cool1: I'm so exited! I changed my ticker in my signature. We'll be there in eight weeks! You are lucky you leave in one week but I'm happy to be going at all this year. Have fun!

Good fitting underwear are essential when traveling. I can put up with an uncomfortable one for just a day at work but not when I'm on vacation. Awful!

Oh my goodness! You are going to to Disney in just 8 weeks. You gotta get busy planning!

:cheer2:you booked your trip:cheer2:
and you are leaving so soon:thumbsup2wish I could talk DH into planning a trip like that; I usually have to go every 5 yrs; so, I'm lucky to beable to plan for next year...we just need to decide "when"

Have fun...look forward to another TR...:woohoo:

I'd have fits if I had to wait 5 years in between visits to Disney. But, I would if I had to.

[mickeystoontown]

OH MY GOSH I can't believe that happened!! :scared1:

Wow I can't believe someone would rather be thrown out than to just move down the row. :confused: Her poor kid! :sad2:

Isn't that the most ridiculous thing you've ever heard of? All the lady had to do was move on down the row but she refused. She was so obnoxious that the whole theater clapped when they escorted her out.

:rotfl: Now I don't feel so bad about the roll of TP I have in my car....same reason..."you just never know when you might need it"!:laughing:

John travels with a roll all the time.

My dad used to carry a roll of TP in the car when we were younger. I remember many a time we'd have to pull off the side of the interstate and Daddy would go running out to the woods!!! :scared1:


Up until about two or three years ago, a roll of toilet tissue was a "must take" on our packing list. It was always stored underneath the seat.

[mickeystoontown]

Wonderful day at MK. I have seen wishes from front and back. Front is better imo. But there is just something about it that makes you feel so good inside. I love the magic. I would have taken a glow stick.

Aww Ginny, I would have given more than one glowstick too!

You know what they say...."Those that can't do"...:laughing:

My boss in one of four children and only one of them has a child. It was by accident.:scared1:

Spectromagic:cloud9: Thanks for the report on the fireworks from Fantasyland. Maybe we'll try there sometime especially if DH is with me. He can't stand the crowds:confused3

If your husband doesn't like crowds, Fantasyland is the way to go. There weren't very many people in Fantasyland when we were there. It wasn't as "magical" but still very good.

Lisa,
I'm trying to catch up on your trip report, this thing has turned into a book! There's too much to respond to, so I just wanted to come out and say that you are very entertaining and you crack me up!:rotfl: Good Job!

I know. We get to chit chatting and then I go back to trip report writing. But, then we start talking about the importance of good fitting underwear, "panty money" and funny church stories and sorta get off track.

I'm glad that I can provide you with a good "crack me up!".:rotfl2:

The best place I've seen Wishes from is while riding Dumbo... Tricky to time, but definitely worth the view.

I've heard that too. We have two Magic Kingdom days planned this trip, so we might just give it a try. We once watched the fireworks from the ferry boat. They were pretty.

[mickeystoontown]

sorry to hear about the hairdresser!!! glad to hear about the fireworks from the back of the castle will have to pass that one on to Joe (does not like crowds--since Iraq or really loud noise or bright lights) we were worried about him but he did really well. Only had headache issues one day while there.

John is such a flirt and raising Hunter right along with it....its a southern thing! my dad is super quiet but a super flirt...:laughing:

I'm not really picky about my hair. You can tell that from the pictures. I always tell John I'd look lots better if I'd take more time getting ready. But, I figure I've already got him hooked so what does it matter?:laughing: I'll find somebody to cut it.

Poor Joe...tell him you just need to chill and watch the fireworks from Fantasyland. It's pretty loud but there aren't as many people.

Maybe those people wouldn't take your glow sticks b/c your tooth fell out again, and you didn't realize it! :lmao: (love you, Lisa!)

We saw the fireworks from behind the castle in March, and to be honest, it was awesome to see, but I got a neck ache from all the turning of my head. You never knew which direction they coming from! Mitchell loved it, though. Screamed and jumped up and down the whole time. That was my favorite part. :love:

That's funny - now you're talking to your ghosts! Too bad they don't listen. The perfume around this place gives me a headache. I'd love to tell these people to go home and take a bath! :cutie:

Oh I know that wasn't it 'cause now I am paranoid and am constantly running my tongue around in my mouth to make sure all my crowns are still on!

I know what you mean about not knowing which direction the fireworks were coming from. You just never knew. Sweet little Mitchell getting all excited about the fireworks. :lovestruc

John is the one who told me to talk to the ghost and see if it would work. Apparently, they are either hard of hearing or just don't give a hoot what I say. Strong perfume is almost as bad as body odor. :scared:

I've been toying with the idea of buying glow bracelets for the kids and extras to pass out too. It's a shame that the parents said no.

I couldn't believe they didn't take them. I honestly was in shock. I mean, we were just handing out innocent glowsticks not dealing drugs or anything.

What a great night you had at MK!!:goodvibes We love SpectoMagic :lovestruc:-- We're so sad it's not going to be running on our MK day next month.:sad2: It sound like you found a great spot to watch it!!:thumbsup2 especially for riding BTMR right after. As you know, we love BTMR and riding it at night sounds awesome!!

That's too bad that some people wouldn't let their kids take a glow stick...Geez, you were only trying to spread a little magic!!!:confused3 I will have to mention to DH about watching the fireworks from the back of the castle. He will be sooo happy because he does not like crowds in the front.:rolleyes1

I've seen several posts about Disney adding parades and other show times to the calendar. Maybe they'll add Spectro in and you'll get to see it.

Like I said, I was totally confused as to why people were turning down our free glowsticks. I guess I'm gonna save my money this trip and not try to "spread the love".:hug:

Tell you hubby to give the fireworks a try from Fantasyland. It's still great to see.

[mickeystoontown]

sorry to hear about the hairdresser!!! glad to hear about the fireworks from the back of the castle will have to pass that one on to Joe (does not like crowds--since Iraq or really loud noise or bright lights) we were worried about him but he did really well. Only had headache issues one day while there.

John is such a flirt and raising Hunter right along with it....its a southern thing! my dad is super quiet but a super flirt...:laughing:

Oops forgot to comment on your flirt comment.....John is definitely a flirt. Sometimes, the ladies at Home Depot and Lowe's give him discounts because he stands around flirts with them. Heck, if it saves me some money, go right ahead!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

The best place I've seen Wishes from is while riding Dumbo... Tricky to time, but definitely worth the view.

It was good from teacups also

[mickeystoontown]

It was good from teacups also

Oooooh, that's a new one. Might have to give it a try.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Ok, so I am busy (very) finishing up my Epcot day and I have missed like 20 posts. You girls have to slow down when I'm working. I don't even know where to begin. I have your email address Lisa. I'll get with you on addresses after you return from the World so I can send you some wine. I would just flip if my hairdresser changed on me. Believe it or not I am way picky on my haircut.

It is now finally time to go home. So the boss is back tomorrow who knows what I will get done for him. Not much if it gets in the way of my Dis. Love you girls.

Ginny

[jenseib]

So, I'm bored and should be playing with the kids but instead I got a whim...
after yesterday I have been curious about Fantasyland...
so I pulled up the ariel view and yes 20,000 leagues the lagoon is still there and you can see close to the Dumbo ride there is a part of the lagoon there that would make a moat for the new Dumbo "IF THE RUMORS WERE TO BE TRUE"...

I never realized how much parking is around MK; it is so well hidden...and you would not believe how generic all the roof systems are...very interesting very interesting...if your a bored geek like me :laughing:

here's the link if anyone is a geek like me:
http://www.bing.com/maps/default.aspx?v=2&FORM=LMLTCP&cp=28.418721~-81.579999&style=a&lvl=16&tilt=-90&dir=0&alt=-1000&scene=5219454&phx=0&phy=0&phscl=1&encType=1

Remember this is all just a leak and a rumor...
although I would love to see them do something with the lagoon

Thats a really cool link....but I'm pretty sure the lagoon is gone. I think thats grass. Other stuff that looks like it is grass, because stuff is sitting on it. And the 200 leagues was closer to the main area. I think either where Ariels Grotto is or where Poohs playground is. I'm pretty sure I had read they filled it in. DL did something with theres a few years ago. I forget the theme..nemo Ariel? Something under the water. LOL! But I think I had read WDW couldn't because they had filled it in.
I's really cool to see the back stage stuff though. I'm gonna spend too much time looking at that map now. LOL!

[jenseib]

Yep, I just found that info. Here is a copy of part of the article

However, in 2004 a green wall went up around the lagoon, and in July it was drained and demolition began. The coral, the sets, and most of the animatronics within the lagoon and caverns were smashed to bits, although many items were saved by Disney employees, such as the sharks, one of the squids, a viking ship, and the serpent's heads. Demolition continued throughout the remainder of the year, as the lagoon was leveled off, filled in with dirt, and concreted over. Large amounts of Foliage began to be added, and in mid 2005 a rather small playground called 'Pooh's Playful Spot' was opened. Most of the large area that was 20k was simply covered by foliage. 20K was not completely forgotten though—the designers put a small, barely noticable green knot above the door to Pooh's house which resembles the Nautilus!

I got it here
http://www.20kride.com/history.html

[SKTiger]

It was good from teacups also

Oooooh! I can't wait to try that in September!

[orangecats2]

Ok, stuff I forgot in my last post (how can I be so forgetful at 36?)
I liked your funny church stories.
Can you tell me where exactly is the rest room by peter pan? I tried to look for it last year but was too in a hurry to find one that I went in the ones by pinocchio counter service. In fact, I had to walk out of philharmagic and miss the whole thing because I had to go so bad! The same thing happened at DHS and I missed the Walt movie! So, I too have bathroom issues! :laughing:
Just as a side - I was an exchange student in France as a teenager. The bathrooms at the high school didn't have seats on the toilets or toilet paper in any of them!? :scared1: So I learned to take some TP with me to school. It was a difficult year to say the least!
OK, back to the TR...

[longing2Batdisney]

Yep, I just found that info. Here is a copy of part of the article

However, in 2004 a green wall went up around the lagoon, and in July it was drained and demolition began. The coral, the sets, and most of the animatronics within the lagoon and caverns were smashed to bits, although many items were saved by Disney employees, such as the sharks, one of the squids, a viking ship, and the serpent's heads. Demolition continued throughout the remainder of the year, as the lagoon was leveled off, filled in with dirt, and concreted over. Large amounts of Foliage began to be added, and in mid 2005 a rather small playground called 'Pooh's Playful Spot' was opened. Most of the large area that was 20k was simply covered by foliage. 20K was not completely forgotten though—the designers put a small, barely noticable green knot above the door to Pooh's house which resembles the Nautilus!

I got it here
http://www.20kride.com/history.html
:thumbsup2
last time I was there in 2001 it was still a lagoon w/ a fence around it; I knew it was not there this last time...
fun researching it and talking about it:cutie:

[racefanof88]

Here is an idea Lisa. Get your hair cut at the MK barber shop. They can cut your hair like you like it and it would be a great memory. Tyler had his cut there in May and they did a great job. You don't have to have an appointment either. Tyler walked up, and even though there was a line, he was finished pretty quickly.

In my previous live I was a cosmetologist and some of the barbers I knew where better at cutting women's hair than other cosmetologist I knew.

I can't believe you are so close to leaving. I am jealous.

[jenseib]

:thumbsup2
last time I was there in 2001 it was still a lagoon w/ a fence around it; I knew it was not there this last time...
fun researching it and talking about it:cutie:

I know I was there in 1999, and 97 and one of those years I sttod by the fence and looked at it. It was so creepy looking. It kind of gave me chills. I can't beleive they let it stand like that for so long.

[jenseib]

I also am a cosmetologist. Just haven't worked since I had Claire. Just cut my sons hair last night and tonight I'm doing my dads! LOL! I will come down and cut it if you take me along to Disney! :thumbsup2

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Hey, Lisa! Good Morning. I hope the ghosts don't have to many nicotine fits today and your headaches will stay away!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Hey, Lisa! Good Morning. I hope the ghosts don't have to many nicotine fits today and your headaches will stay away!

Ditto that

[mickeystoontown]

Ok, so I am busy (very) finishing up my Epcot day and I have missed like 20 posts. You girls have to slow down when I'm working. I don't even know where to begin. I have your email address Lisa. I'll get with you on addresses after you return from the World so I can send you some wine. I would just flip if my hairdresser changed on me. Believe it or not I am way picky on my haircut.

It is now finally time to go home. So the boss is back tomorrow who knows what I will get done for him. Not much if it gets in the way of my Dis. Love you girls.

Ginny

I read your Epcot day and loved it. Ya'll are just so much fun.

John asked me last night if I took you up on your offer for the wine. I told him absolutely.

Hope you day (with the boss back) is going well.

Thats a really cool link....but I'm pretty sure the lagoon is gone. I think thats grass. Other stuff that looks like it is grass, because stuff is sitting on it. And the 200 leagues was closer to the main area. I think either where Ariels Grotto is or where Poohs playground is. I'm pretty sure I had read they filled it in. DL did something with theres a few years ago. I forget the theme..nemo Ariel? Something under the water. LOL! But I think I had read WDW couldn't because they had filled it in.
I's really cool to see the back stage stuff though. I'm gonna spend too much time looking at that map now. LOL!

Yep, I just found that info. Here is a copy of part of the article

However, in 2004 a green wall went up around the lagoon, and in July it was drained and demolition began. The coral, the sets, and most of the animatronics within the lagoon and caverns were smashed to bits, although many items were saved by Disney employees, such as the sharks, one of the squids, a viking ship, and the serpent's heads. Demolition continued throughout the remainder of the year, as the lagoon was leveled off, filled in with dirt, and concreted over. Large amounts of Foliage began to be added, and in mid 2005 a rather small playground called 'Pooh's Playful Spot' was opened. Most of the large area that was 20k was simply covered by foliage. 20K was not completely forgotten though—the designers put a small, barely noticable green knot above the door to Pooh's house which resembles the Nautilus!

I got it here
http://www.20kride.com/history.html

Thanks for the information and the links. I'm going to check them out. Like I have sooo much time on my hands.:rolleyes1

Oooooh! I can't wait to try that in September!

Doesn't that sound like the coolest?!?

[hhockman]

Wow. You guys are quiet to far today.

I have to get ready to go meet Will's teacher, but I wanted to stop in and say hi,

Connie, those aerial pictures are really cool. Thanks! :)

I'll be back later.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I will wait and send when you get back from your trip to the World. It can be a late anniversary present.

So far so good today. I have to do all that quarterly tax. UGH. I keep forgetting my passwords. I am a moron. Have a good day.

Look at your siggie. So close.

[mickeystoontown]

Ok, stuff I forgot in my last post (how can I be so forgetful at 36?)
I liked your funny church stories.
Can you tell me where exactly is the rest room by peter pan? I tried to look for it last year but was too in a hurry to find one that I went in the ones by pinocchio counter service. In fact, I had to walk out of philharmagic and miss the whole thing because I had to go so bad! The same thing happened at DHS and I missed the Walt movie! So, I too have bathroom issues! :laughing:
Just as a side - I was an exchange student in France as a teenager. The bathrooms at the high school didn't have seats on the toilets or toilet paper in any of them!? :scared1: So I learned to take some TP with me to school. It was a difficult year to say the least!
OK, back to the TR...

Let's see if I can explain it. Let's say you are standing in between Peter Pan and It's a Small World and facing Liberty Square. (Peter Pan on your left and Small World on your right), start walking towards Liberty Square. As you are going down the slight hill towards Liberty Square, look to your left and you'll see a little alcove like place. That's where the bathrooms are. Sometimes, the line for Peter Pan goes all the way back to very near the entrance of the bathrooms.

I had a friend who went to France for an entire Summer. She complained aobut the bathrooms too. Nasty!

Here is an idea Lisa. Get your hair cut at the MK barber shop. They can cut your hair like you like it and it would be a great memory. Tyler had his cut there in May and they did a great job. You don't have to have an appointment either. Tyler walked up, and even though there was a line, he was finished pretty quickly.

In my previous live I was a cosmetologist and some of the barbers I knew where better at cutting women's hair than other cosmetologist I knew.

I can't believe you are so close to leaving. I am jealous.

I hadn't even thought of that. Hum? Can I stand this long hair until we get to Disney? Wait a minute, we aren't supposed to go to Magic Kingdom until our second or third day. Don't know if I can put up with it that long.:confused3 I'm gonna keep that in mind though.

John's brother is a barber but he went to cosmetology school first and then on to barber school. He is just one of two barbers in the town he lives in and makes a mint! It helps that his shop is about a block from the main square/courthouse. He is supposed to give Hunter a haircut before we leave.

I also am a cosmetologist. Just haven't worked since I had Claire. Just cut my sons hair last night and tonight I'm doing my dads! LOL! I will come down and cut it if you take me along to Disney! :thumbsup2

Come on! I have already offered to let MICKEY4EVER to ride on top of the car. All you gotta do is tell her to move over a little and hang on tight.:lmao:

Hey, Lisa! Good Morning. I hope the ghosts don't have to many nicotine fits today and your headaches will stay away!


Ditto that

The smoke smell doesn't happen every day but sometimes it happens on and off ALL day long. Drives me nuts!

[mickeystoontown]

Wow. You guys are quiet to far today.

I have to get ready to go meet Will's teacher, but I wanted to stop in and say hi,

Connie, those aerial pictures are really cool. Thanks! :)

I'll be back later.

You've been a busy girl already this morning. I am trying to get all my work done. Boss is in what I call the "semi-freaking out" mode. He keeps saying don't worry about a fill-in (we haven't gotten one yet) but I know he's secretly worried. I figure by Monday, we'll be in "full blown freaking out" mode.:rotfl:

I will wait and send when you get back from your trip to the World. It can be a late anniversary present.

So far so good today. I have to do all that quarterly tax. UGH. I keep forgetting my passwords. I am a moron. Have a good day.

Look at your siggie. So close.

I am so glad that I don't have to do any of the taxes at this job. I talked my boss into hiring a guy at an accounting service to do it. Just cost $100.00 a quarter.

I know I am super duper close.

[mickeystoontown]

Dana,

I meant to ask you if that was you and Dallas in Team Frenroe's Massive Meet picture. If it isn't, then you two have twins.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I am so not fond of smoke. One of the things I'm not crazy about in Vegas and places like that. I'm always glad to put the Cpap on at night so I feel like I'm breating clean air. Leave a note for the ghosties to quit smoking in your office. :lmao:

[jenseib]

I know that bathroom too. We went to it this year. (it's the one where Claire went potty and didn't get her panites down all the way {our last day} and she peed on her underwear. LOL We took them off, walked out grabbed another pair, that luckily I had brought that day and walked back in and put them on. No one was the wiser. LOL)
When we went in there I was trying to remember if I had ever seen that one before or been in it too. It was tucked away. But it was busy when I was in there.

[mickeystoontown]

Gosh, I am scatter minded today.

Lacey has been trying to get her transcripts from high school, the college she attended in Louisiana and the California college so that she can start classes at her new college.

Back up, I think I forgot to tell ya'll that the Mission kids will not be doing online classes this year. There is a college in Cleveland, Georgia that has agreed to cut their fees so that the Mission kids can actually sit in a classroom. They are super stoked.

Anyway, Lacey has all of the transcripts already in Georgia but the new school wants new ones and wants them all sealed and unopened. Ugh! What a pain in the rear end.

Let me get back to the original point. :laughing: Lacey found her high school folder they gave her when she graduated. In it was two pink slips. What were they for? Skipping school! What did she skip school for? She went to morning prayer meeting at the church!:rotfl2: Have you ever heard of anybody skipping school to go to church?:confused3 She's my little angel.:littleangel:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Gosh, I am scatter minded today.

Lacey has been trying to get her transcripts from high school, the college she attended in Louisiana and the California college so that she can start classes at her new college.

Back up, I think I forgot to tell ya'll that the Mission kids will not be doing online classes this year. There is a college in Cleveland, Georgia that has agreed to cut their fees so that the Mission kids can actually sit in a classroom. They are super stoked.

Anyway, Lacey has all of the transcripts already in Georgia but the new school wants new ones and wants them all sealed and unopened. Ugh! What a pain in the rear end.

Let me get back to the original point. :laughing: Lacey found her high school folder they gave her when she graduated. In it was two pink slips. What were they for? Skipping school! What did she skip school for? She went to morning prayer meeting at the church!:rotfl2: Have you ever heard of anybody skipping school to go to church?:confused3 She's my little angel.:littleangel:

What an aggrevation gathering all that stuff. My dear sweet Austin got his first mark last year. Leaving the school at 6pm after practice and cruising the parking lot didn't make a complete stop at the sign. The principal caught him and was going to keep him from going to prom but the assist principal said that was stupid. He has never been in trouble before, a model citizen, he admitted he was wrong. Let it go. Austin felt terrible and learned his lesson. He couldn't park on school property for 2 weeks. So he drove to the shopping center across the street and a friend picked him up to take him to school. We all know rules are rules but come on. What a bad child. Much like your Lacey. You know division of church and school. When they do the rally round the flag pole each spring they have to be sure and be done 10 minutes before the bell rings.

[longing2Batdisney]

You've been a busy girl already this morning. I am trying to get all my work done. Boss is in what I call the "semi-freaking out" mode. He keeps saying don't worry about a fill-in (we haven't gotten one yet) but I know he's secretly worried. I figure by Monday, we'll be in "full blown freaking out" mode.:rotfl:



I know I am super duper close.

I can send you Gwendolyn; but, your boss would have to put her up for the week. She does not start back at school until the end of the month and she quit her job at the supermarket to work on school and her Avon sales.

[jenseib]

OK, this is totally off topic, but just so funny I had to share. I am sitting at my computer, which is in the basement of our house, going through posts and unsuccessfully trying to catch up. Claire is playing with her zillion Barbies right now. She is always having them put on shows. Well I heard her go "Presenting V-A-G-I-N-A!" (I put the slashes so it doesn't get blocked) LOL! I said, whats your Barbies name? and She repaeated that name. and added "isn't it a wonderful name". I laughed and said "well it's different".
Where the heck did she come up with that? We don;t use that word too often around here, so I have no clue where she heard it and whay she thinks it's a name?

[aaaateamsgrandma]

OK, this is totally off topic, but just so funny I had to share. I am sitting at my computer, which is in the basement of our house, going through posts and unsuccessfully trying to catch up. Claire is playing with her zillion Barbies right now. She is always having them put on shows. Well I heard her go "Presenting V-A-G-I-N-A!" (I put the slashes so it doesn't get blocked) LOL! I said, whats your Barbies name? and She repaeated that name. and added "isn't it a wonderful name". I laughed and said "well it's different".
Where the heck did she come up with that? We don;t use that word too often around here, so I have no clue where she heard it and whay she thinks it's a name?

Kids. That is a total hoot. I was called Virgin many times when young. Short for Virginia as we kids didn't know better but this is way better. Love it. Sorry for buttin in Lisa.

Ginny

[longing2Batdisney]

too funny!!! kids come up with the greatest things...I'm sure she heard a name simililar to the word and since she has heard the work before that is what her mind put together... Ashton's language is just becoming clearer and the things he comes out with...:lmao:

[MICKEY4EVER!]

OK, this is totally off topic, but just so funny I had to share. I am sitting at my computer, which is in the basement of our house, going through posts and unsuccessfully trying to catch up. Claire is playing with her zillion Barbies right now. She is always having them put on shows. Well I heard her go "Presenting V-A-G-I-N-A!" (I put the slashes so it doesn't get blocked) LOL! I said, whats your Barbies name? and She repaeated that name. and added "isn't it a wonderful name". I laughed and said "well it's different".
Where the heck did she come up with that? We don;t use that word too often around here, so I have no clue where she heard it and whay she thinks it's a name?


You reacted much more calmly than I would have, I'm afraid. I would have immediately said, "What'd you say? We don't say that word! Where'd you hear that?" I like your way better! :goodvibes

Still laughing! :rotfl2:

[mickeystoontown]

What an aggrevation gathering all that stuff. My dear sweet Austin got his first mark last year. Leaving the school at 6pm after practice and cruising the parking lot didn't make a complete stop at the sign. The principal caught him and was going to keep him from going to prom but the assist principal said that was stupid. He has never been in trouble before, a model citizen, he admitted he was wrong. Let it go. Austin felt terrible and learned his lesson. He couldn't park on school property for 2 weeks. So he drove to the shopping center across the street and a friend picked him up to take him to school. We all know rules are rules but come on. What a bad child. Much like your Lacey. You know division of church and school. When they do the rally round the flag pole each spring they have to be sure and be done 10 minutes before the bell rings.

They can't have prayer in school anymore and people who don't believe have actually sued school boards over their child having to listen to a prayer. Why can't I sue the school because my child "can't" say a prayer?

I can send you Gwendolyn; but, your boss would have to put her up for the week. She does not start back at school until the end of the month and she quit her job at the supermarket to work on school and her Avon sales.

I'm beyond the point of worrying about a fill-in. Yesterday, or maybe the day before, he told me to quit worrying so I have. If we don't get somebody, he'll just call a temp service. Thanks for offering to send your child though. :lmao:

OK, this is totally off topic, but just so funny I had to share. I am sitting at my computer, which is in the basement of our house, going through posts and unsuccessfully trying to catch up. Claire is playing with her zillion Barbies right now. She is always having them put on shows. Well I heard her go "Presenting V-A-G-I-N-A!" (I put the slashes so it doesn't get blocked) LOL! I said, whats your Barbies name? and She repaeated that name. and added "isn't it a wonderful name". I laughed and said "well it's different".
Where the heck did she come up with that? We don;t use that word too often around here, so I have no clue where she heard it and whay she thinks it's a name?

That Claire is such a character. :rotfl: Wonder where she heard that from?

Kids. That is a total hoot. I was called Virgin many times when young. Short for Virginia as we kids didn't know better but this is way better. Love it. Sorry for buttin in Lisa.

Ginny

Since when did buttin in on this thread become a no-no?

too funny!!! kids come up with the greatest things...I'm sure she heard a name simililar to the word and since she has heard the work before that is what her mind put together... Ashton's language is just becoming clearer and the things he comes out with...:lmao

Yes, kids can say the darndest things. Some of which you don't want to hear!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Since when did buttin in on this thread become a no-no?

I knew I liked you. I have never learned to keep my big mouth shut. My daddy always said they should never have clipped my tongue when I was born. ( I was tongue-tied as they used to call it and they had to clip underneath to release it) I know TMI. If you guys haven't figured out I'm weird you soon will. But a nice weird.

[DisneymoonJess07]

They can't have prayer in school anymore and people who don't believe have actually sued school boards over their child having to listen to a prayer. Why can't I sue the school because my child "can't" say a prayer?


Since you brought it up ;) I dealt with this a lot in high school, being the only Jewish kid in my class in high school. Children are a captive audience at school, most of the time legally required to be there. So, when someone comes over the intercom or whatever to say a prayer, those children can't leave. Imagine if your child were at a school where everyone believes something very different from what they believe and then the principal or teacher comes over the intercom with prayers from that religion. It can be incredibly uncomfortable at the time, but also, when you have a group of kids together who think that *their* way is the sanctioned way and your way is wrong and weird? Bad news for the weird kid, believe me. Most of the time, I think the church and state separation at schools doesn't go far enough, especially considering the number of fairly religious Christmas songs I sang in choir. Granted, choir is not a required class, but because I'm Jewish, I shouldn't get to sing? Most of the time, I just didn't sing certain words, only the notes, if it was particularly disagreeable to me:I love the sound of "O Holy Night" but the words can be problematic for someone who doesn't believe! Also, I'm pretty sure you particular child *could* say a prayer to him/herself - just not a school-sanctioned group prayer (which somehow has expanded to include moments of silence, which I find a little bizarre).

I do think it's unfortunate though that the school considered it like skipping school to go to morning church. That doesn't seem to make total sense.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Since you brought it up ;) I dealt with this a lot in high school, being the only Jewish kid in my class in high school. Children are a captive audience at school, most of the time legally required to be there. So, when someone comes over the intercom or whatever to say a prayer, those children can't leave. Imagine if your child were at a school where everyone believes something very different from what they believe and then the principal or teacher comes over the intercom with prayers from that religion. It can be incredibly uncomfortable at the time, but also, when you have a group of kids together who think that *their* way is the sanctioned way and your way is wrong and weird? Bad news for the weird kid, believe me. Most of the time, I think the church and state separation at schools doesn't go far enough, especially considering the number of fairly religious Christmas songs I sang in choir. Granted, choir is not a required class, but because I'm Jewish, I shouldn't get to sing? Most of the time, I just didn't sing certain words, only the notes, if it was particularly disagreeable to me:I love the sound of "O Holy Night" but the words can be problematic for someone who doesn't believe! Also, I'm pretty sure you particular child *could* say a prayer to him/herself - just not a school-sanctioned group prayer (which somehow has expanded to include moments of silence, which I find a little bizarre).

I do think it's unfortunate though that the school considered it like skipping school to go to morning church. That doesn't seem to make total sense.

Thank you for allowing to "see" in a new perspective. We all get locked into our own agenda.

Ginny

[mickeystoontown]

Let's get started again...I think I remember that the last installment included seeing somebody get thrown out of PhilarMagic, clapping because they got thrown out of PhilarMagic, picking up some fries and Cokes to share, meeting a family from Arkansas, getting turned down by people who wouldn't take an innocent glowstick for their kid(s) and then actually watching the fireworks.

Up next on the list of things to see and do was to take a flight on Dumbo, the flying elephant. I know that it's just a cycle ride. I don't care that it's a kiddie ride. I know these things and yet a trip to Disney is just not complete without a ride on Dumbo. Just gotta do it.

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Here's one of those "let me see if I can stretch my arm far enough out and get our heads close enough together to take a picture" picture. ;) Don't we look tired?

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More:

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Right when the ride stops, I yelled at Hunter and told him to stay put until I could get there and take his picture. He did and then I did.

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Once we had ridden Dumbo, we didn't really know what we wanted to do. We had ridden everything in the park but we just didn't want to leave. We knew this would be our last full day at Disney. So, we just wandered. There was a bunch of walking and backtracking around the park this day.

First toward the castle where we stopped and took pictures:
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There was a family taking turns taking pictures and I offered to take one of them all together. They were so happy and offered to take one of us as well.
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Then we walked through the castle and stopped to take more pictures:
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The castle and on the castle pathway:
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This is the point where my memory gets a little fuzzy, actually a whole lot of fuzzy. I remember that we took the castle pathway down to the main hub and over to Tomorrowland but I can't remember what we did. I guess it was whatever was open during Extra Magic Hours.

I do remember this....I freaked out. I mean really freaked out because I remembered that I had packages to pick up at Package Pickup. Crap-a-delic! I bet it's closed because the park is officially closed. I told John to stay in Tomorrowland and that I was going to make a mad dash to Package Pickup and see if they were still open. I get there huffing and puffing to find just two people in the place. But, thank goodness, they were. I told them I needed to pick up my packages. They looked at my Extra Magic Hours armband and said, you can come back when you are finished for the day. We'll be here until 3:00 a.m. My mad dash was for nothing. I was still happy though.

I called John on his cell and he and Hunter met me at The Plaza Restaurant. I remember us walking over the bridge to Liberty Square but I don't remember why. I think it was because we wanted to see how long the wait was for Big Thunder Mountain. Of course, I stopped to take pictures along the way:
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It was about 5 minutes until 2:00 a.m. and, even though we were dead dog tired and the park was about to close, we didn't want to leave. We went over to Pirates of the Caribbean for the final ride until next year. We walked right on and were on the last boat of the night. There were just 5 of us waiting to ride. A dad and his son and the three of us. Hunter wanted to ride up front and so did the other little boy. Since the dad and son were there first, we told Hunter that they had first pick. The dad offered to let Hunter ride with them. Wasn't that sweet? So, Hunter and the other two rode up front and John and I sat a few rows behind.

When the boat docked, we were sad. Hunter thanked the dad for letting him ride up front with them and we, literally, hung our heads as we walked out. That was our last ride in the Magic Kingdom.:guilty:

We took the pathway from Adventureland to Main Street and started making our way down the right hand side of the street. I think we stopped in every store that was still open. We just wanted to prolong the agony of leaving. Soon, we were at Package Pickup and I went in to gather our packages. Just one lady was working and she said she would be glad to see the day end. How unlike me!

We turned around for one last look at the beautiful castle and said goodbye....for now.

We were walking to the CBR bus stop when it started to drizzle a little. See even the skies were crying because we were leaving.:sad1: We saw a bus to the CBR pull up and we picked up the pace so it wouldn't leave us behind. There were about a handfull of people on the bus and it was super quiet. In no time at all, we were back at the CBR and in our room. And, the process of packing up a week's worth of stuff began.

***Lunch breaks over. Gotta get back to the grind.

[mickeystoontown]

Thank you for allowing to "see" in a new perspective. We all get locked into our own agenda.

Ginny

You took the words right out of my mouth.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Lisa,

You made me cry. I didn't want the day to end for you. What wonderful pictures of Hunter, John, you, the whole family. Oh boo hoo. I think I love you and your family. I'm going to miss you while you are gone. :sad:

Ginny

[SKTiger]

What an aggrevation gathering all that stuff. My dear sweet Austin got his first mark last year. Leaving the school at 6pm after practice and cruising the parking lot didn't make a complete stop at the sign. The principal caught him and was going to keep him from going to prom but the assist principal said that was stupid.

It amazes me what some school teachers and administrators are thinking sometimes!

After never receiving as much as a detention in high school, with three days left in my senior year, I had a chemistry teacher write me up and send me to the office for "attempting to belittle him by engaging in a staring contest". Yes! He really wrote that on the form! In reality, I had lost a contact in phys ed and couldn't see so I had to really concentrate on looking at the board, which he was standing in front of. We the principal (also my uncle) sent me back to class, and he stormed down there proclaiming what an outrage it was that I was getting preferential treatment and that I should be suspended and blah blah blah on and on. No one in my family could believe it!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

It amazes me what some school teachers and administrators are thinking sometimes!

After never receiving as much as a detention in high school, with three days left in my senior year, I had a chemistry teacher write me up and send me to the office for "attempting to belittle him by engaging in a staring contest". Yes! He really wrote that on the form! In reality, I had lost a contact in phys ed and couldn't see so I had to really concentrate on looking at the board, which he was standing in front of. We the principal (also my uncle) sent me back to class, and he stormed down there proclaiming what an outrage it was that I was getting preferential treatment and that I should be suspended and blah blah blah on and on. No one in my family could believe it!

I know where my grandkids go to school there are some teachers that don't like kids that are popular, athletic or smart. They think there are too many complications with them. If I taught those would be my favorite kids. They just don't cause trouble. My daughters Principal was my husbands best friend in grade school. No one gave them a hard time.:lmao:

[lisalonglash]

What a lovely last evening you had at MK :goodvibes Wonderful pictures of a good time had by all, a happy surprise at the package pick-up (btw, can I borrow "crapadelic"? It's awesome! LOL), a great last ride on PotC and a bus with lots of seating! Packing to leave is so sad :sad2:

[lisalonglash]

You reacted much more calmly than I would have, I'm afraid. I would have immediately said, "What'd you say? We don't say that word! Where'd you hear that?" I like your way better! :goodvibes

Still laughing! :rotfl2:

No offense meant at all, but why would that word be taboo? It's just another body part :confused3

I think it's great that she called her barbie doll that and not her ken doll - she got the body part matched with the gender correctly :rotfl2:

[longing2Batdisney]

Enjoyed your last day at MK report...nice way to end the evening w/family pics andPoTC ride. I bet you're getting antsy to leave...and tell the kids where they are sleeping:lmao:
Have a great afternoon!

[mickeystoontown]

It amazes me what some school teachers and administrators are thinking sometimes!

After never receiving as much as a detention in high school, with three days left in my senior year, I had a chemistry teacher write me up and send me to the office for "attempting to belittle him by engaging in a staring contest". Yes! He really wrote that on the form! In reality, I had lost a contact in phys ed and couldn't see so I had to really concentrate on looking at the board, which he was standing in front of. We the principal (also my uncle) sent me back to class, and he stormed down there proclaiming what an outrage it was that I was getting preferential treatment and that I should be suspended and blah blah blah on and on. No one in my family could believe it!

A think the teacher should have been reprimanded, not you. Sounds like he was just trying to single you out and get you into trouble.

I know where my grandkids go to school there are some teachers that don't like kids that are popular, athletic or smart. They think there are too many complications with them. If I taught those would be my favorite kids. They just don't cause trouble. My daughters Principal was my husbands best friend in grade school. No one gave them a hard time.:lmao:

At our local high school, it's just the opposite. They favorite the athletes and popular kids.

Lisa,

You made me cry. I didn't want the day to end for you. What wonderful pictures of Hunter, John, you, the whole family. Oh boo hoo. I think I love you and your family. I'm going to miss you while you are gone. :sad:

Ginny

I'm sorry, Ginny, I didn't mean to make you cry.

[mickeystoontown]

What a lovely last evening you had at MK :goodvibes Wonderful pictures of a good time had by all, a happy surprise at the package pick-up (btw, can I borrow "crapadelic"? It's awesome! LOL), a great last ride on PotC and a bus with lots of seating! Packing to leave is so sad :sad2:

I hate packing up and leaving Disney. It's just so sad. And, yes, you have my permission to borrow crapadelic.:lmao:

No offense meant at all, but why would that word be taboo? It's just another body part :confused3

I think it's great that she called her barbie doll that and not her ken doll - she got the body part matched with the gender correctly :rotfl2:

:lmao:

Enjoyed your last day at MK report...nice way to end the evening w/family pics andPoTC ride. I bet you're getting antsy to leave...and tell the kids where they are sleeping:lmao:
Have a great afternoon!

We just didn't want to leave 'cause we knew we wouldn't be back for a whole year. Lacey and Hunter still have no clue where we are staying. Like I said before, Lacey could really care less, so long as it has a bed. She's slept just about everywhere doing her missionary work and most times it wasn't in a bed, it was on a floor. Hunter, on the other hand, is going to go crazy. He is as much a CBR lover as his dad and I are.

[mickeystoontown]

I don't know if I will be able to get another update in today. The boss has now made an official "what do we need to get done before Lisa leaves" list. Told you he was starting to freak out.:rotfl:

[aprilisis]

OMG- YAY!!! You are here uncensored!!! :yay:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I'm sorry, Ginny, I didn't mean to make you cry.

They were happy tears. Sort of. I have read every post on this trip report and I just hate to see it come to an end. Almost like leaving on that last day. I cried then too. I always thought I was a sap. Now I know I'm just a cry-baby.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

OMG- YAY!!! You are here uncensored!!! :yay:

Are you from Intercot by chance? Welcome aboard at any rate. It is fun on Lisa's TR.

[mickeystoontown]

OMG- YAY!!! You are here uncensored!!! :yay:

Yeah! Another Intercot convert! Aren't we soooo much for fun over here on the Disboards?!?!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I don't know if I will be able to get another update in today. The boss has now made an official "what do we need to get done before Lisa leaves" list. Told you he was starting to freak out.:rotfl:

And you being the secretary that you are will have it all done too.;)

[mickeystoontown]

They were happy tears. Sort of. I have read every post on this trip report and I just hate to see it come to an end. Almost like leaving on that last day. I cried then too. I always thought I was a sap. Now I know I'm just a cry-baby.

I am a cry baby/sap too. I cry every time I watch Extreme Makeover Home Edition, every sweet video, commercials, movies, you name it, I cry.

Will it make you feel better to know that we actually weren't quite finished with the vacation and made a trip over to Hollywood Studios before heading home?

Are you from Intercot by chance? Welcome aboard at any rate. It is fun on Lisa's TR.

Yep! An Intercot convert thanks to me!

[DisneymoonJess07]

You took the words right out of my mouth.

:goodvibes


Also, how heartbreaking to leave the MK!!!! :sad1:

[mickeystoontown]

And you being the secretary that you are will have it all done too.;)

Oh, I am gonna have it done just so he won't have the satisfaction of being able to say I didn't.:thumbsup2

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I am a cry baby/sap too. I cry every time I was Extreme Makeover Home Edition, every sweet video, commercials, movies, you name it, I cry.

Will it make you feel better to know that we actually weren't quite finished with the vacation and made a trip over to Hollywood Studios before heading home?



Yep! An Intercot convert thanks to me!

Yes, I'm glad you got to hit MGM. Good job on the convert. Let's see how many more you can get.:)

Speaking of Extreme Makeover. They were just here 2 weeks ago doing a house. A lady in the Shrine that I know painted murals in two rooms. Christine's (the girl that works here) 8 yo granddaughter went out on reveal day. Ashley Tisdale and Shawn Johnson were here. She got autographs from everyone. The house was about 7 miles as the crow flies from us. A little further out in the country. It is supposed to air in October

[mickeystoontown]

:goodvibes


Also, how heartbreaking to leave the MK!!!! :sad1:


We always end our Disney vacation with a day at the Magic Kingdom. I want that last memory to be of the gorgeous castle. This time around, though, we made another trip to Hollywood Studios before going home.

[MICKEY4EVER!]

No offense meant at all, but why would that word be taboo? It's just another body part :confused3

I think it's great that she called her barbie doll that and not her ken doll - she got the body part matched with the gender correctly :rotfl2:


Oh, no offense taken at all! :goodvibes I guess if I heard my son say that, my first thought would be, "Where'd you hear that?" and "in what context did you hear that?".

THen I wouldn't want him to repeat it to another child so that child could go home and tell his/her parents that Mitchell was the one they heard it from. He's four, so it's not quite time for him to know the proper names of those body parts just yet! (But that's just me, to each their own! :goodvibes)

[mickeystoontown]

Is it wrong of me to be wishing that I could just go home to an empty house and get my Disney stuff together? It would be so much easier if everybody was gone somewhere and I do my thing.

I love Jesse's heart but I'm ready to be able to walk around my house in my t-shirt and underwear and not have to worry about putting on pajama pants before coming out of the bedroom.

I guess I am just tired. Back to work I go.........

[lisalonglash]

Oh, no offense taken at all! :goodvibes I guess if I heard my son say that, my first thought would be, "Where'd you hear that?" and "in what context did you hear that?".

THen I wouldn't want him to repeat it to another child so that child could go home and tell his/her parents that Mitchell was the one they heard it from. He's four, so it's not quite time for him to know the proper names of those body parts just yet! (But that's just me, to each their own! :goodvibes)

I'm sure if my boys were asked where they heard it from, they'd answer "from Mommy" :rotfl2: From when they were little, they've asked us questions like "do you have a p-e-n-i-s?", "why not? That's sad. Poor Mommy." :laughing: We've always used the actual names for body parts, but that's how we were raised too, kwim?

Yes, absolutely to each their own - our differences make the world interesting! :goodvibes

PS: What a wonderful name you've chosen for your little sweetie-pie! Great minds think alike on naming the eldest son! :rolleyes1

[lisalonglash]

Is it wrong of me to be wishing that I could just go home to an empty house and get my Disney stuff together? It would be so much easier if everybody was gone somewhere and I do my thing.

I love Jesse's heart but I'm ready to be able to walk around my house in my t-shirt and underwear and not have to worry about putting on pajama pants before coming out of the bedroom.

I guess I am just tired. Back to work I go.........

NOT wrong and sending you lots of :hug:

[dismagiclover]

Ahhhh what bittersweet update. Those last moments at MK are to be savored even if it is 2 am:goodvibes And good news for you is you will be back before you know it:woohoo::woohoo:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Is it wrong of me to be wishing that I could just go home to an empty house and get my Disney stuff together? It would be so much easier if everybody was gone somewhere and I do my thing.

I love Jesse's heart but I'm ready to be able to walk around my house in my t-shirt and underwear and not have to worry about putting on pajama pants before coming out of the bedroom.

I guess I am just tired. Back to work I go.........

That is the advantage of no company for sure. Don and I are spoiled since it is just the two of us.

[longing2Batdisney]

Is it wrong of me to be wishing that I could just go home to an empty house and get my Disney stuff together? It would be so much easier if everybody was gone somewhere and I do my thing.

I love Jesse's heart but I'm ready to be able to walk around my house in my t-shirt and underwear and not have to worry about putting on pajama pants before coming out of the bedroom.

I guess I am just tired. Back to work I go.........
No not at all! and I know where you are coming from... with Gwendolyn & Joe living here we are going through the same thing...in fact Danny was sitting in the rocker last night in a tee and underwear and looks at me at says tell me when the kids pull up. I was like why??? not realizing what he was talking about :lmao:

[cjlemoine]

Great trip report Lisa. I have to say your report was the final inspiration to start my very own. Thanks!!! Hope your upcoming trip is very magical.

[aprilisis]

Yeah! Another Intercot convert! Aren't we soooo much for fun over here on the Disboards?!?!

YES!!!! I want to read your trip report UNCENSORED!! And I love this crazy little banana! :banana: hahaha

[MICKEY4EVER!]

I'm sure if my boys were asked where they heard it from, they'd answer "from Mommy" :rotfl2: From when they were little, they've asked us questions like "do you have a p-e-n-i-s?", "why not? That's sad. Poor Mommy." :laughing: We've always used the actual names for body parts, but that's how we were raised too, kwim?

Yes, absolutely to each their own - our differences make the world interesting! :goodvibes

PS: What a wonderful name you've chosen for your little sweetie-pie! Great minds think alike on naming the eldest son! :rolleyes1

My little boy has called his, well, you know a "bunny" since he was old enough to talk. Bunny b/c he was trying to say Belly and it didn't come out right. Everything within the vicinity of his belly became his "bunny". Now he knows the difference between his stomach and other parts, but "bunny" has stuck!!! :rotfl2: I also have a "bunny" and my chest are are "bunnies" to him, too! :rotfl: So if he talks about bunnies, chances are no one will know what he means, unless he tells them! :goodvibes

Thanks for the props on the name. It's DEFINITELY a good name! Suits him perfectly. I imagine you also have a Mitchell!!!!+ :thumbsup2

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Loved the update, Lisa. I know what you mean about being sad about leaving. I, too, leave with my head hanging and heart heavy on the last day of MK. I LOVE that park! But, you'll be there in six days! :woohoo: :dance3: :cool1:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I would have liked to make MK my final day too as would Sheri but we had to do MGM for Alex and we were too tight to buy park hoppers.

[lisalonglash]

Thanks for the props on the name. It's DEFINITELY a good name! Suits him perfectly. I imagine you also have a Mitchell!!!!+ :thumbsup2

You imagine correctly :lmao: My Mitchell was a Mitchell even before he was conceived! Now, my youngest son, on the other hand - his name was a fight with dh LOL Dh finally agreed with me, but by then I was so bored in the hospital after ds#2 was born that I'd already filled out the birth certificate anyway :rotfl2:

[jenseib]

No offense meant at all, but why would that word be taboo? It's just another body part :confused3

I think it's great that she called her barbie doll that and not her ken doll - she got the body part matched with the gender correctly :rotfl2:

:lmao::rotfl2:

Great update. I am so sad the day os over. I can feel it, just like I am there.
I'm AM happy that you are goiong again so soon, so we can still keep reading about your adventures! :thumbsup2

[racefanof88]

I am as excited about your trip as I am mine. I love your reports. The pictures of your last night were so good. I know what you mean about the last day there. We always go to the MK on our first day and most of the time we go there on our last day too. I still haven't told Dale that SM will not be open when we go back in September :scared1: shhhhhhhhhhhhhh.

[akayek31]

Man I get behind and look what I get 94 pages lol. I am so jealous that you are leaving soon. I can't wait to go again. :)

[Angies1274]

Ahhh...loved the update, Lisa!!:goodvibes That was so sad when you were leaving MK for the night.:sad2: and as it started to rain that "even the skies were crying".:sad: But...you are going back very soon,:woohoo: and you'll be looking at that beautiful castle before you know it.:cloud9:

[mickeystoontown]

I'll be back in the a.m. to reply to everybody. John and I just finished up an order to Garden Grocer. Even though we drive and have a car at our disposal, I don't want to spend Disney time shopping in a grocery store. So, we ordered water, Cokes, breakfast snack foods, milk and bananas. Ya'll know we aren't big breakfast eaters so now we've got something to snack on in the a.m. We also like to have drinks in the room instead of buying the refillable mugs. Less hassle.

It's 10:36 p.m. and I'm bushed. See ya'll in the morning!

[MICKEY4EVER!]

You imagine correctly :lmao: My Mitchell was a Mitchell even before he was conceived! Now, my youngest son, on the other hand - his name was a fight with dh LOL Dh finally agreed with me, but by then I was so bored in the hospital after ds#2 was born that I'd already filled out the birth certificate anyway :rotfl2:

The name was a hassle for me and dh too. I didn't know what his name would be, we had three to choose from, but I was going to let dh ultimately decide. He can never make up his mind! So, on the way to the hospital, I was in active labor, he told me I could pick the name, just to take my mind off the pain!

Well, I couldn't concentrate on anything but getting to the hospital RIGHT THEN, so when he was born, he just looked like a Mitchell! Which was the name I really wanted anyways. We mommas usually get our way!!! :goodvibes

I'll be back in the a.m. to reply to everybody. John and I just finished up an order to Garden Grocer. Even though we drive and have a car at our disposal, I don't want to spend Disney time shopping in a grocery store. So, we ordered water, Cokes, breakfast snack foods, milk and bananas. Ya'll know we aren't big breakfast eaters so now we've got something to snack on in the a.m. We also like to have drinks in the room instead of buying the refillable mugs. Less hassle.

It's 10:36 p.m. and I'm bushed. See ya'll in the morning!

I hope you got the Fudge Rounds for Hunter!!! :yay:

[mickeystoontown]

Yes, I'm glad you got to hit MGM. Good job on the convert. Let's see how many more you can get.:)

Speaking of Extreme Makeover. They were just here 2 weeks ago doing a house. A lady in the Shrine that I know painted murals in two rooms. Christine's (the girl that works here) 8 yo granddaughter went out on reveal day. Ashley Tisdale and Shawn Johnson were here. She got autographs from everyone. The house was about 7 miles as the crow flies from us. A little further out in the country. It is supposed to air in October

How cool is it that your granddaughter got autographs! I love Extreme Makeover even if it does make me cry every time I watch it.

Oh, no offense taken at all! :goodvibes I guess if I heard my son say that, my first thought would be, "Where'd you hear that?" and "in what context did you hear that?".

THen I wouldn't want him to repeat it to another child so that child could go home and tell his/her parents that Mitchell was the one they heard it from. He's four, so it's not quite time for him to know the proper names of those body parts just yet! (But that's just me, to each their own! :goodvibes)

I'm sure if my boys were asked where they heard it from, they'd answer "from Mommy" :rotfl2: From when they were little, they've asked us questions like "do you have a p-e-n-i-s?", "why not? That's sad. Poor Mommy." :laughing: We've always used the actual names for body parts, but that's how we were raised too, kwim?

Yes, absolutely to each their own - our differences make the world interesting! :goodvibes

PS: What a wonderful name you've chosen for your little sweetie-pie! Great minds think alike on naming the eldest son! :rolleyes1

Hearing you guys talk about the things kids say.......I've told you guys that John and I owe a cabinet shop. The shop is at our house so he's not the typical guy who gets dressed every morning and heads out to a job. Hunter used to tell all his teachers and friends that his daddy didn't have a job. :lmao: When he told us that, we had to explain to him that he did have a job, he just didn't GO off every day to a job. The things kids say.

NOT wrong and sending you lots of :hug:

I'm just ready to leave for Disney!

[mickeystoontown]

Ahhhh what bittersweet update. Those last moments at MK are to be savored even if it is 2 am:goodvibes And good news for you is you will be back before you know it:woohoo::woohoo:

Thank goodness because just writing about it in the report made me wanna cry.

That is the advantage of no company for sure. Don and I are spoiled since it is just the two of us.

No not at all! and I know where you are coming from... with Gwendolyn & Joe living here we are going through the same thing...in fact Danny was sitting in the rocker last night in a tee and underwear and looks at me at says tell me when the kids pull up. I was like why??? not realizing what he was talking about :lmao:

Yes, it will be nice to be able to walk around in just my underwear and t-shirt again. I was also spoiled on not cooking every day. I would usually cook two or three days and then we'd eat a dinner of leftovers. Then, I'd cook another day or so and then eat sandwiches or hot dogs. And, I do not cook major meals on weekends unless it's on Sunday evening. That's my time off. But, when you have company over, you feel the need to make sure they are well fed and entertained.

[mickeystoontown]

My little boy has called his, well, you know a "bunny" since he was old enough to talk. Bunny b/c he was trying to say Belly and it didn't come out right. Everything within the vicinity of his belly became his "bunny". Now he knows the difference between his stomach and other parts, but "bunny" has stuck!!! :rotfl2: I also have a "bunny" and my chest are are "bunnies" to him, too! :rotfl: So if he talks about bunnies, chances are no one will know what he means, unless he tells them! :goodvibes

Thanks for the props on the name. It's DEFINITELY a good name! Suits him perfectly. I imagine you also have a Mitchell!!!!+ :thumbsup2

Ya'll already know what Hunter calls "it"......the "goov". :rotfl2:

Loved the update, Lisa. I know what you mean about being sad about leaving. I, too, leave with my head hanging and heart heavy on the last day of MK. I LOVE that park! But, you'll be there in six days! :woohoo: :dance3: :cool1:

I think it's saddest to leave the Magic Kingdom. Oh well, I'll be there in just a few days!

I would have liked to make MK my final day too as would Sheri but we had to do MGM for Alex and we were too tight to buy park hoppers.

We quit buying park hoppers several years ago. We used to buy them every year but found ourselves not really hopping that much and couldn't justify the cost. Now, since we purchase dining plan, it's much easier to just plan a meal in that particular part of a nearby resort than to hop during the day. The money we would have spent on park hoppers now goes to the water park and more option.:thumbsup2

[mickeystoontown]

:lmao::rotfl2:

Great update. I am so sad the day os over. I can feel it, just like I am there.
I'm AM happy that you are goiong again so soon, so we can still keep reading about your adventures! :thumbsup2

I keep thinking...."What can I name my next trip report? How 'bout "Thank Goodness There Were No Mishaps This Go Round!".

I am as excited about your trip as I am mine. I love your reports. The pictures of your last night were so good. I know what you mean about the last day there. We always go to the MK on our first day and most of the time we go there on our last day too. I still haven't told Dale that SM will not be open when we go back in September :scared1: shhhhhhhhhhhhhh.

Oh, I went ahead and told everybody that Space Mountain and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority would be closed. I didn't want to have any upset people on my hands.:laughing:

Man I get behind and look what I get 94 pages lol. I am so jealous that you are leaving soon. I can't wait to go again. :)

Holy moly! 94 pages! You had a lot of catching up to do.

Ahhh...loved the update, Lisa!!:goodvibes That was so sad when you were leaving MK for the night.:sad2: and as it started to rain that "even the skies were crying".:sad: But...you are going back very soon,:woohoo: and you'll be looking at that beautiful castle before you know it.:cloud9:

It was just so ironic that it started raining as we were leaving. It truly did feel like the skies were crying.

[mickeystoontown]

Great trip report Lisa. I have to say your report was the final inspiration to start my very own. Thanks!!! Hope your upcoming trip is very magical.

Hooray! I need to come over for a visit.

YES!!!! I want to read your trip report UNCENSORED!! And I love this crazy little banana! :banana: hahaha

I knew I recognized the user name! Isn't the report so much better than the Intercot version. I honestly don't see anything wrong with anything that I have said or anything that we did. :confused3

And, don't you just love the fact that we all have become one big happy family? We like to talk amongst ourselves as much as we like reading/typing the report.



I hope you got the Fudge Rounds for Hunter!!! :yay:

Absolutely! I do have to buy a box for the road though. I do not know how that boy can put another Fudge Round in his mouth. I kid you not when I say he has eaten Fudge Rounds nearly every day since he was about 4 years old. I should own stock in Little Debbie.:laughing:

[longing2Batdisney]

I would usually cook two or three days and then we'd eat a dinner of leftovers. Then, I'd cook another day or so and then eat sandwiches or hot dogs. And, I do not cook major meals on weekends unless it's on Sunday evening. That's my time off. But, when you have company over, you feel the need to make sure they are well fed and entertained.
Know the feeling on that one also! I did the same thing, cook two or three meals w/leftovers. Now, I get to hear throughout the day "what's for food" and after I cook they pop in a pizza or something of the such...uugghh!!
They have cooked once since being here for everyone...

but, on a lighter note...:mickeybar
YOU ARE LEAVING FOR DISNEY SOON!!!:mickeyjum:goofy::hmghost::tigger::donald: :simba::dumbo:
:tinker: pixiedust:
all the characters are jumping with excitement that the McBride's are on their way:cheer2:
Have a Great Day!!
:upsidedow

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I keep thinking...."What can I name my next trip report? How 'bout "Thank Goodness There Were No Mishaps This Go Round!".

Keep that thought in mind with everything you do this time so you won't have to change it. :rotfl:

Hearing you guys talk about the things kids say.......I've told you guys that John and I owe a cabinet shop. The shop is at our house so he's not the typical guy who gets dressed every morning and heads out to a job. Hunter used to tell all his teachers and friends that his daddy didn't have a job. When he told us that, we had to explain to him that he did have a job, he just didn't GO off every day to a job. The things kids say.

This one all women can relate to. When knee high stockings first came out my pre-teen girls didn't know what to call them. Since panty hose was a pair of hose and you only used one knee-high hose at a time they would just call it a: Get ready!



A HO :lmao:

You now know me and my girls. They still to this date still call them that.

[mickeystoontown]

Morning All!

Whew, it took me a while to respond to everybody. I got behind on my own trip report.:lmao:

I came into two 30 minute early so I could get some work done. Guess what I got done. You guessed it.....I responded to my trip report posts.:laughing: I've got my priorities you know.

I am working on two of the things that are on the "what do we have to get done before Lisa leaves list". They'll be finished in less than an hour. Thank goodness I got a head start on them last week. I've got to get billing out by next Wednesday. Hate hate hate billing. I also have a new divorce, custody and child support agreement to get done. This is one case where they are actually agreeing to a settlement. They should since both of them were messing around on the other and are already living with their boyfriend and girlfriend even though they haven't even filed for divorce yet. People!

I'll probably be back to respond to posts but won't get an update up until later today.

[MICKEY4EVER!]

This one all women can relate to. When knee high stockings first came out my pre-teen girls didn't know what to call them. Since panty hose was a pair of hose and you only used one knee-high hose at a time they would just call it a: Get ready!



A HO :lmao:

You now know me and my girls. They still to this date still call them that.

:rotfl:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Morning All!

Whew, it took me a while to respond to everybody. I got behind on my own trip report.:lmao:

I came into two 30 minute early so I could get some work done. Guess what I got done. You guessed it.....I responded to my trip report posts.:laughing: I've got my priorities you know.

I am working on two of the things that are on the "what do we have to get done before Lisa leaves list". They'll be finished in less than an hour. Thank goodness I got a head start on them last week. I've got to get billing out by next Wednesday. Hate hate hate billing. I also have a new divorce, custody and child support agreement to get done. This is one case where they are actually agreeing to a settlement. They should since both of them were messing around on the other and are already living with their boyfriend and girlfriend even though they haven't even filed for divorce yet. People!

I'll probably be back to respond to posts but won't get an update up until later today.

We can deal with that timeline. I am hoping to get done by 2 to 230 today. I have to cook dinner tonite. Corn on the cob for sure. In my opinion we don't need anything else but those other pigs want meat.:laughing:

[Villainess]

Awwwww -- another teary eyed reader reading your MK night.

Having gone through a divorce, I don't think I could work for a family attorney. I guess it would bring back nasty memories.

[mickeystoontown]

Know the feeling on that one also! I did the same thing, cook two or three meals w/leftovers. Now, I get to hear throughout the day "what's for food" and after I cook they pop in a pizza or something of the such...uugghh!!
They have cooked once since being here for everyone...

but, on a lighter note...:mickeybar
YOU ARE LEAVING FOR DISNEY SOON!!!:mickeyjum:goofy::hmghost::tigger::donald: :simba::dumbo:
:tinker: pixiedust:
all the characters are jumping with excitement that the McBride's are on their way:cheer2:
Have a Great Day!!
:upsidedow

Hunter is a super super picky eater. I don't get on to him too much about it because I look at it this way.....if I try something and don't like it, I don't want somebody to MAKE me eat it. Why should it be any different with kids? I do make him at least try it but if he doesn't like it that's okay. Oops, sorry back to my original thought. I will cook dinner (we call it supper) and everybody will eat but then about a hour or two later all of them are back in the kitchen looking for something to eat because they are starving.

Keep that thought in mind with everything you do this time so you won't have to change it. :rotfl:

This one all women can relate to. When knee high stockings first came out my pre-teen girls didn't know what to call them. Since panty hose was a pair of hose and you only used one knee-high hose at a time they would just call it a: Get ready!

A HO :lmao:

You now know me and my girls. They still to this date still call them that.

Another great story from our Ginny!

[mickeystoontown]

We can deal with that timeline. I am hoping to get done by 2 to 230 today. I have to cook dinner tonite. Corn on the cob for sure. In my opinion we don't need anything else but those other pigs want meat.:laughing:

I used to cook full blown meals....a meat, two veggies, bread and dessert. When Lacey went away to college, I cut it down to a meat, a veggie and bread. Somehow, it's now down to just an entree and bread.:rotfl: Corn on the cob by itself doesn't sound too bad!

Awwwww -- another teary eyed reader reading your MK night.

Having gone through a divorce, I don't think I could work for a family attorney. I guess it would bring back nasty memories.

Believe me when I tell you that I really appreciate my marriage all the more because I work for a divorce attorney.

[lamare]

You have a lovely family, I love your report. Don't be upset but Oddball is my favorite from what I saw in the photos. He must be the star, the soul of the party. I like the photo with him and Hunter playing in the rain.
Great jobs, keep on reporting!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Here is lazy woman's way of cooking. On Sunday we cook extra cause the famly comes, you know meat, potatoes, veggies, salad, bread and dessert. Don has leftovers on Monday. Tuesday I make breakfast. Usually Wednesday we go to Sheri's. Thursday is my late day. Don eats Pizza. Friday I cook for for everyone but simple. On the grill. Sometimes a potato but generally a couple of veggies. A salad cause now everything is good and fresh and bread cause Don says he hasn't eaten if he didn't get bread. Me, don't like the stuff. No dessert on Friday. Then leftovers on Sat during the day and Sheri takes us out Sat night. It is such a perfect world.

When Don and I were young we decided we couldn't divorce cause we couldn't afford it. Thank goodness age gets you out of that mode. Right now I can't imagine my life without him. Except those times he angers me. Yes, it still happens. My sweet mother in law told Sheri last night that she can't wait to get home and be with her husband. They have slept in separate rooms for years but they lay on his bed every night to talk. They have been married 63 years. I think that is so cool. I know she has been away too long.

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Here is lazy woman's way of cooking. On Sunday we cook extra cause the famly comes, you know meat, potatoes, veggies, salad, bread and dessert. Don has leftovers on Monday. Tuesday I make breakfast. Usually Wednesday we go to Sheri's. Thursday is my late day. Don eats Pizza. Friday I cook for for everyone but simple. On the grill. Sometimes a potato but generally a couple of veggies. A salad cause now everything is good and fresh and bread cause Don says he hasn't eaten if he didn't get bread. Me, don't like the stuff. No dessert on Friday. Then leftovers on Sat during the day and Sheri takes us out Sat night. It is such a perfect world.

When Don and I were young we decided we couldn't divorce cause we couldn't afford it. Thank goodness age gets you out of that mode. Right now I can't imagine my life without him. Except those times he angers me. Yes, it still happens. My sweet mother in law told Sheri last night that she can't wait to get home and be with her husband. They have slept in separate rooms for years but they lay on his bed every night to talk. They have been married 63 years. I think that is so cool. I know she has been away too long.


I'm with Don. Gotta have my bread! When I was preg with Mitchell, the first thing I'd do when I got home from work everyday is toast two pieces of bread for a snack. Buttered, of course. EVERY DAY, I did that! Now, Mitchell LOVES bread. Any connection? Toward the end of my pregnancy, I started eating marshmallows by the bag! DH would come home and find my cheeks puffed out with marshmallows! :laughing: Yes, Mitchell likes marshmallows, too!

I think that is the sweetest story about your mother and father in law. I hope me and DH are that way when we're older!!!! :rolleyes:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I'm with Don. Gotta have my bread! When I was preg with Mitchell, the first thing I'd do when I got home from work everyday is toast two pieces of bread for a snack. Buttered, of course. EVERY DAY, I did that! Now, Mitchell LOVES bread. Any connection? Toward the end of my pregnancy, I started eating marshmallows by the bag! DH would come home and find my cheeks puffed out with marshmallows! :laughing: Yes, Mitchell likes marshmallows, too!

I think that is the sweetest story about your mother and father in law. I hope me and DH are that way when we're older!!!! :rolleyes:

My husband says you haven't eaten unless you've had bread. I don't like sandwiches or anything with regular bread. Now give me a homemade cinnamon roll.:rotfl2:

[MICKEY4EVER!]

My husband says you haven't eaten unless you've had bread. I don't like sandwiches or anything with regular bread. Now give me a homemade cinnamon roll.:rotfl2:


Then you and my DH would get along just great. He LOVES cinnamon rolls! :cutie:

[MelanieC]

Hahaha - I finished this finally before we left on our vacations next week.

So the question of the day...........will you get this done before you leave? I'm looking forward to the finish, as well as the next trip.

You guys had some great time last year. Loved the Hiney Hider pic - I've always been fasinated with them too. Your pictures of the flowers at CBR were awesome!!!

I've seen so many pictures of you, John and Hunter that If I see ya at Pop at the end of next week and after I'll feel like I know ya. A picture of us is on the first page of my pretrip report. Actually, somewhere I have an OLD trip report with some pictures of us. It got so cumbersome I stopped -this time I vow to finish!

Have a great trip next week and I can't wait to read the rest!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Hahaha - I finished this finally before we left on our vacations next week.

So the question of the day...........will you get this done before you leave? I'm looking forward to the finish, as well as the next trip.

You guys had some great time last year. Loved the Hiney Hider pic - I've always been fasinated with them too. Your pictures of the flowers at CBR were awesome!!!

I've seen so many pictures of you, John and Hunter that If I see ya at Pop at the end of next week and after I'll feel like I know ya. A picture of us is on the first page of my pretrip report. Actually, somewhere I have an OLD trip report with some pictures of us. It got so cumbersome I stopped -this time I vow to finish!

Have a great trip next week and I can't wait to read the rest!

I'm not Lisa but I thought I would let you know that Lisa leaves work at noon on Friday and normally doesn't get back on till Saturday or Sunday. She has such a great trip report. We do have a lot of fun with our talk.

Ginny

[aaaateamsgrandma]

You have a lovely family, I love your report. Don't be upset but Oddball is my favourite from what I saw in the photos. He must be the star, the soul of the party. I like the photo with him and Hunter playing in the rain.
Keep on reporting!

I am not Lisa but welcome to the Dis. She leaves work at noon on Friday. She'll show back up Saturday or Sunday. She has a wonderful TR. We do tend to chat a lot. Join in anytime.
Ginny

[Momof2Disneyboys]

Still enjoying your TR!! :goodvibes

I can't believe your next trip is almost here! :cool1: Lucky!! Have a great and safe trip if I don't talk to you before then!

[mickeystoontown]

You have a lovely family, I love your report. Don't be upset but Oddball is my favourite from what I saw in the photos. He must be the star, the soul of the party. I like the photo with him and Hunter playing in the rain.
Keep on reporting!

Thanks so much! Oddball is our favorite too so no offense taken.:laughing: He's spoiled already and will probably be even more so after staying with my mother for 11 days while we are at Disney.:lmao:

Here is lazy woman's way of cooking. On Sunday we cook extra cause the famly comes, you know meat, potatoes, veggies, salad, bread and dessert. Don has leftovers on Monday. Tuesday I make breakfast. Usually Wednesday we go to Sheri's. Thursday is my late day. Don eats Pizza. Friday I cook for for everyone but simple. On the grill. Sometimes a potato but generally a couple of veggies. A salad cause now everything is good and fresh and bread cause Don says he hasn't eaten if he didn't get bread. Me, don't like the stuff. No dessert on Friday. Then leftovers on Sat during the day and Sheri takes us out Sat night. It is such a perfect world.

When Don and I were young we decided we couldn't divorce cause we couldn't afford it. Thank goodness age gets you out of that mode. Right now I can't imagine my life without him. Except those times he angers me. Yes, it still happens. My sweet mother in law told Sheri last night that she can't wait to get home and be with her husband. They have slept in separate rooms for years but they lay on his bed every night to talk. They have been married 63 years. I think that is so cool. I know she has been away too long.

I'm with Don. Gotta have my bread! When I was preg with Mitchell, the first thing I'd do when I got home from work everyday is toast two pieces of bread for a snack. Buttered, of course. EVERY DAY, I did that! Now, Mitchell LOVES bread. Any connection? Toward the end of my pregnancy, I started eating marshmallows by the bag! DH would come home and find my cheeks puffed out with marshmallows! :laughing: Yes, Mitchell likes marshmallows, too!

I think that is the sweetest story about your mother and father in law. I hope me and DH are that way when we're older!!!! :rolleyes:

My husband says you haven't eaten unless you've had bread. I don't like sandwiches or anything with regular bread. Now give me a homemade cinnamon roll.:rotfl2:

Then you and my DH would get along just great. He LOVES cinnamon rolls! :cutie:


Ginny, your in-laws are the sweetest things.

John, too, thinks that you have to have bread with every meal. He says you have to have a "pusher", a/k/a bread to push things around on the plate and onto your fork.:laughing:

[mickeystoontown]

Hahaha - I finished this finally before we left on our vacations next week.

So the question of the day...........will you get this done before you leave? I'm looking forward to the finish, as well as the next trip.

You guys had some great time last year. Loved the Hiney Hider pic - I've always been fasinated with them too. Your pictures of the flowers at CBR were awesome!!!

I've seen so many pictures of you, John and Hunter that If I see ya at Pop at the end of next week and after I'll feel like I know ya. A picture of us is on the first page of my pretrip report. Actually, somewhere I have an OLD trip report with some pictures of us. It got so cumbersome I stopped -this time I vow to finish!

Have a great trip next week and I can't wait to read the rest!

Hey! You're back to reading the report. I have vowed to get the report finished by Wednesday a.m. There's just the packing up and the decision to go to Hollywood Studios left so it won't take long to get it written and posted.

We changed resorts on ya. Not staying at Pop any more. We changed the reservation to stay at the CBR. But, still, if you see us anywhere in the parks, stop me. I would love to meet Disers.

Still enjoying your TR!! :goodvibes

I can't believe your next trip is almost here! :cool1: Lucky!! Have a great and safe trip if I don't talk to you before then!

Hey girl! I am about to bust to get to Disney. We start the drive when I get off work on Wednesday. We'll stop for the night and then make the rest of the drive Thursday. I should be lazing around on the CBR beaches Thursday evening. :woohoo:

[MICKEY4EVER!]

Hey girl! I am about to bust to get to Disney. We start the drive when I get off work on Wednesday. We'll stop for the night and then make the rest of the drive Thursday. I should be lazing around on the CBR beaches Thursday evening. :woohoo:


Must you rub it in???? :goodvibes

Just Kidding, Lisa! You know I love ya! I am so excited for you and even more excited for the TR when you get back. I hope that you don't keep us on our toes waiting for it!

[mickeystoontown]

Morning all my faithful friends!

It's 10 o'clock Saturday morning and I've been up for 2 hours now cleaning. Not superficial cleaning....really cleaning....wiping down toilets, cabinets, countertops, dusting, etc. I haven't even made it out of our bedroom yet. Wait, let me rephrase that.... I've cleaned our bedroom bathroom until it's glistens and now I'm in the bedroom which is almost done too.

The reason it's taken so long is the fact that along the way, I am getting things out that we need for the trip. The bathroom countertop is covered in stuff we gotta take with us.

I've started taking our snacks out of our "Disney box" that's been in the corner and I've put them in our official "Disney snack bag". Hunter and I made a trip to Fred's yesterday afternoon 'cause they have the cheapest snacks anywhere in town. Some stuff is 4 for $1.00! The bag is just about full already but there are a few things I still have to get.

We've got a long drive ahead of us and there some things that are absolute "must haves" for any road trip......squirty cheese (this is Lacey's name for the Kraft Easy Cheese in the can), crackers for the squirty cheese, chips, chocolate covered cashews, sunflower seeds, fudge rounds and chips ahoy cookies. Oh and Cokes. I've got everything except for the crackers, fudge rounds and cookies.

We're heading to Wal-Mart tonight to pick up the remaining snack items as well as a waterproof camera (to take to the water park and I had a request to take a picture of the slide at the CBR main pool), a charger for the kids' MP3 players and a few other essentials. Not much that I've got to do in the way of shopping. I am a planner so I've picked up most stuff along the way. Sure does help to buy it a little at a time instead of having one large Wal Mart bill hit your pocketbook!:eek:

And, I guess we'll hit Old Navy again. John and I bought Hunter a pair of shorts last weekend. He had stayed home with Lacey and Jesse and I wasn't sure if they'd fit him or not. But, they were on sale for just $10.00 and I figured I'd give it a shot. They fit but the way that boy is growing, they probably won't fit for long. Better to take them back than waste money. I've also got to zip in one of the hair places at the mall and get my hair cut. I just can't stand it long anymore. It's way down on my shoulders.

My mama took all of us out to Cracker Barrell to eat last night. Found out that Jesse won't be leaving until sometime on Monday. I was kinda hoping that Lacey and I could do the "last minute before we go to Disney" shopping trip that we used to do. Oh well, several years ago, I accepted the fact that we wouldn't be doing that every year and the buck was passed along to Hunter. He loves the "last minute before we go to Disney" shopping trip so he's a fun guy to do it with.

I've already found our last day of Disney photos on the Photobucket site so it shouldn't take me long to get the last installment up and posted. You'll see that it was a great way to end our Disney vacation.

I'll come back later and chat some more. Probably won't get the last installment up until tomorrow evening or Monday.

Have a great day everybody!

Lisa

[hhockman]

Must you rub it in???? :goodvibes

Just Kidding, Lisa! You know I love ya! I am so excited for you and even more excited for the TR when you get back. I hope that you don't keep us on our toes waiting for it!

Seriously. Rub it in why don'tcha?

Then again I'm down to...let's see...48 days (by Lisa's math)!!!

Hey, it's less than 372.

Can't wait for the rest of the report, Lisa. Though I'm sad to see it end. What are we going to do for the whole time you're gone (as if we don't all have our own reports to keep up!);)

[MICKEY4EVER!]

You can rub it in, too, Heather!!!! :goodvibes

What ARE we going to do while Lisa's gone? Well, we'll just have to keep each other company and live vicariously through those who actually have TR's. :laughing:

[mickeystoontown]

Must you rub it in???? :goodvibes

Just Kidding, Lisa! You know I love ya! I am so excited for you and even more excited for the TR when you get back. I hope that you don't keep us on our toes waiting for it!

Can't help but rub it in! I'm going to Disney in just 4 days! Take out the first driving day and it's just 3 days!

Seriously. Rub it in why don'tcha?

Then again I'm down to...let's see...48 days (by Lisa's math)!!!

Hey, it's less than 372.

Can't wait for the rest of the report, Lisa. Though I'm sad to see it end. What are we going to do for the whole time you're gone (as if we don't all have our own reports to keep up!);)

Oh, you HAVE to count it like I do! I mean who counts today and who counts the day you leave? That's just plain dumb!

You can rub it in, too, Heather!!!! :goodvibes

What ARE we going to do while Lisa's gone? Well, we'll just have to keep each other company and live vicariously through those who actually have TR's. :laughing:

Ya'll will find something to do while I'm away. Feel free to chit chat all you want on this thread. That way, I can come back and catch up on what kind of trouble ya'll got in while I was away.:rotfl:

[mickeystoontown]

Forgot to mention a few other things I did yesterday and this morning. Getting scatter brained.:rolleyes1

I told you that Hunter and I went to Fred's. We were in and out of there in 25 minutes.

I figured since we were already out and about, we'd do a little bill paying. Nothing brightens up an afternoon like giving people money.:rolleyes: Anyway, I have some bills coming due while we are gone and I was just going to mail them out early. The water company and the cable company aren't that much out of the way so I decided to just go ahead and drop them off instead of mailing them. I sat in the Fred's parking lot and made out the checks. Thankfully, I remembered about how much the bills were since most months they are the same amount. I just rounded them off to the next dollar. We started with the cable company, then the water company and we were back at home in an hour and 5 minutes....including Fred's time.:thumbsup2

That's two less things I need to worry about. I do have to drop off a payment at the bank on Monday but I have a deposit to make there anyway so that'll kill two birds with one stone. Our house payment is due the day after we leave Disney. I always pay it the day before and I do it over the phone so I'll probably just take the account number with me and pay it on the drive home.

All school year long, Hunter got money for good grades. John and I saved our change and told Hunter that was his good grade money. We also supplemented it with cash. Once school was over, the change became Lacey's change, not Hunter's, and she had change from the garage sale. After it was all wrapped up, Hunter had $113.00 in change and Lacey had $86.00 in change. I got it all organized this a.m. and put in a bag for them to take to the bank and exchange for dollars. That'll be another thing off our checklist.

I love checking things off. I haven't gotten a written down checklist (which I usually have typed out weeks ahead of time) but I do have one in my head but the way I have been thinking lately that's not such a comforting thought.

I'm off to empty the garbage. Oh and for those of you wondering where in the world are the rest of my family.....Lacey and Jesse are getting ready to go eat with some people from church, Hunter and John are both sleeping. John worked until 2:00 a.m. this morning on the cabinets and Hunter stayed up watching a movie and fell asleep in the recliner. I'm letting them get all the rest they can for Disney.

[Jareds_mommy]

..squirty cheese (this is Lacey's name for the Kraft Easy Cheese in the can),

I love the report and am al caught up
but whats cheese in a can??
Rae

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Ginny, your in-laws are the sweetest things.

You are so right. I went with Don today so I could help. Mom in law came home from nursing home. Wheelchair in tow. I fixed lunch. We were there from 8:30 to 5:00. It has been a long day. Don is asleep in the chair. I really think Dad in law's cancer is spreading. He goes for ct scan on Monday. I can tell he is going downhill. He was so glad to have Mom home. She has been gone 7 weeks. They have never been apart more than 4 nights before. She used to come babysit my grands when Sheri, Mike,Don and I would go places. She is amazing and I love them dearly.

Now to pleasant things. You sound productive today. I love that last minute shopping day. It is so much fun. Get me some of those Kettle chips. They come in low fat now. Love em. Darn it. And dark chocolate something. Don't care, just dark chocolate. Maybe I'll get all that and eat it Wednesday nite and think of you. The only time I eat that junk is vacation. :thumbsup2 Maybe that is why I like vacation so well.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

You don't want any crabby peeps going to the World. :rotfl2:

[mickeystoontown]

I love the report and am al caught up
but whats cheese in a can??
Rae

Glad you're all caught up!

Umm.....how do you describe squirty cheese. It's made by Kraft. WalMart has their own brand too. It's a cheese spread in a can much like whipped cream in the dairy section. The canned cheese doesn't need refrigeration and is found over by the crackers. They have two or three different kind. I think it's American, Sharp Cheddar and Cheddar. They're really good. You should try them.

Now to pleasant things. You sound productive today. I love that last minute shopping day. It is so much fun. Get me some of those Kettle chips. They come in low fat now. Love em. Darn it. And dark chocolate something. Don't care, just dark chocolate. Maybe I'll get all that and eat it Wednesday nite and think of you. The only time I eat that junk is vacation. :thumbsup2 Maybe that is why I like vacation so well.

You don't want any crabby peeps going to the World. :rotfl2:

Ginny, I didn't see your snack requests until we had gotten home. Sorry!

[Jareds_mommy]

sounds like something DH would like :rotfl: I don't think we have it in canada I am going to have to get him some to try when we go down in Oct
Rae

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Ginny, I didn't see your snack requests until we had gotten home. Sorry!

I'll settle for squirt cheese, sharp chedder please. I like it on apples too. And fudge rounds are yummo. My kids always wanted oatmeal pies.

Btw I sent you an email last night. Might check your junk mail.

[mickeystoontown]

sounds like something DH would like :rotfl: I don't think we have it in canada I am going to have to get him some to try when we go down in Oct
Rae

They sell it in most grocery stores and I know they have it at WalMart.

[racefanof88]

Only 3 days :cool1::banana::worship:. Dallas told me last night that he wishes we were leaving for Disney in the morning :lmao:. This coming from someone who told me last week that he wasn't going to go :scared1:. Men, they start at an early age.

[mickeystoontown]

Only 3 days :cool1::banana::worship:. Dallas told me last night that he wishes we were leaving for Disney in the morning :lmao:. This coming from someone who told me last week that he wasn't going to go :scared1:. Men, they start at an early age.

I know.....just 3 days! 2 if you don't count the day that we leave.


Silly ole' Dallas......and they say women are fickle!:lmao:

[MelanieC]

Hey! You're back to reading the report. I have vowed to get the report finished by Wednesday a.m. There's just the packing up and the decision to go to Hollywood Studios left so it won't take long to get it written and posted.

We changed resorts on ya. Not staying at Pop any more. We changed the reservation to stay at the CBR. But, still, if you see us anywhere in the parks, stop me. I would love to meet Disers.



Hey girl! I am about to bust to get to Disney. We start the drive when I get off work on Wednesday. We'll stop for the night and then make the rest of the drive Thursday. I should be lazing around on the CBR beaches Thursday evening. :woohoo:


From the trip report it sounds like you all loved CBR, so I'm sure that was a great move!! Have a great trip and If I see you all- I'll be sure to stop ya and say hi!!

[mickeystoontown]

Hello everyone!

It's been a busy weekend as I am sure you can imagine. This was our last weekend before going to Disney.

Yesterday, Hunter and I went to Old Navy to return the shorts John and I bought him last weekend. They didn't have the right size but we did find several other things on sale. Nothing for the Disney. Everything that was already on clearance was an additional 50% off. Got Hunter two hoodie jackets for $2.98 and $4.98, Lacey a hoodie for $4.98, Lacey a sweater for $1.98, me a black dress shirt for $1.98 and then, not on sale, a messenger bag for Hunter for $14.50. He starts school the Monday after we get back from Disney (in the wee hours of Sunday). Good shopping trip!

Last night, John and I went to WalMart to get our last minute stuff. While there, I looked over at the beauty salon and there was only one customer. Why not? So, I got my hair cut at WalMart. I thought that was the funniest thing ever. It's like Clark Griswold saying he was so hungry he could eat a sandwich from a gas station.:laughing: I needed a haircut so bad, I got it cut at WalMart. :lmao: Seriously, though, the lady did a pretty good job. My hair on the right side of my face grows differently than the left side. Most people don't know this but my old hairdresser does and cuts it accordingly. My mama did a little bit of a snip snip just a few minutes ago and it looks fine now.

Back to the WalMart shopping trip. We got everything on our list. Only problem was, I didn't put makeup or dog food on the list. Had to go back today after my nephew-in-law came to look at my brakes. Speaking of brake replacement, neither John or my nephew could get the old brakes off so I guess we'll have to go to a shop and get them done. I will probably wait until we get back before we get it done. They've only squeaked once or twice and my nephew said they didn't look too bad anyway.

This afternoon, I've been getting Disney stuff done. Deleting all of the old pictures off my camera (after first making sure I had them on my computer, of course). Charging the video camera. Charging the MP3 players. Repacked the snack box so that the stuff that John and I bought last night would fit.

I stopped by Blockbuster on the way home from Wal-Mart and they had their previously viewed movies for just 4 for $20.00. I've saved two of them to put in the stuff for Disney and didn't show them to the kids so they'd had a little surprise. Anytime we go anywhere that's more than a hour away, Hunter wants to take the portable DVD player so there's always a CD/DVD holder in the car with movies in it. I gave it to him today and told him to take out the movies he didn't want to take and put in the ones that he did want to take.

I don't know about ya'll but whenever we go on a road trip, I want the inside of the car to be sparkling clean. I pulled out the Armour All and wiped everything down. It got pretty hot out so I didn't vacuum it out yet but am going to in a little while. All we have to do before leaving is go to a drive through car wash the day before. John has this thing about having to wash the car before we get on the road. He doesn't care if the forecast calls for rain or not.....the car has to be washed.

Since it was hot out, I decided to come in and get my clothes all matched up. I have all the shirts and shorts together. Just have to pull out the comfortable undies and socks. I also made a lot of bracelets to match my outfits so I've got to get those out.

Tonight, I put my checklist and packing list on paper. I told you I already had it in my head but that doesn't seem to work just right here lately.:rotfl:

Oh, (see I told you my brain isn't functioning correctly:rolleyes1) my boss emailed me last night. His mother has talked him into having his sister fill in for me while I am out. They get along okay but she is an artsy fartsy person. Literally, she doesn't have a job. She just sells a painting here and there. That'd be okay if we were in an artsy kind of town but we're not so the demand for artwork is not so much. She is also a little moody and I don't know how she's going to handle the clients. Oh well, it's his sister, not mine. Anyway, I have to go in to work tomorrow and call the girl who was coming in for a mini-interview and tell her not to come.

I'm off to put some burgers on the grill. Check back in with you guys later.

[mickeystoontown]

Forgot something! I also made Jesse a snack bag for his 10 hour drive home tomorrow. Don't want my boy to go hungry.

[bballbabe]

I have almost 20 pages to catch up on. Boy you can't go on vacation for a week anymore can you! :thumbsup2

[bballbabe]

I thought I recognized John running around town last week... You mean, this isn't his picture?!? :rotfl2:
http://acctrash.files.wordpress.com/2008/02/manjorts.jpg

Also, I'm looooooving your TR and all of the photos. So much, that since I've been on call for the last 32 hours at work with nothing to do, and no athletes to treat, I've read the whole thing.

Can't wait for more!

:lmao: :rotfl2: peeing in my pants!!

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Were you busy or what? Glad the shopping is done. That is a good feeling. You have accomplished quite a lot this weekend.

I feel the same as you about the sister filling in. He is an adult and if he can't tell his mom no then you get what you get and don't have a fit. I was taught that by a 4year old.

Glad you got Jesse all hooked up. You are a good "mom" and he will appreciate it.
We cooked burgers on the grill tonight too. Quite yummy. And a banana cream pie for dessert.

[jenseib]

I love the report and am al caught up
but whats cheese in a can??
Rae

OMG! You've never had it? it's awesome. It makes me think of childhood. I sure theres not an ounce of real cheese in it, but it is oh so good.

[Jareds_mommy]

OMG! You've never had it? it's awesome. It makes me think of childhood. I sure theres not an ounce of real cheese in it, but it is oh so good.

we are going to have to set up a canned cheese and Shreddies swap lol we have friends who live in WY and have us mail them Shreddies and ketchup chips, and coffee crisps lol
I might have to get them to start mailing canned cheese

[mickeystoontown]

I have almost 20 pages to catch up on. Boy you can't go on vacation for a week anymore can you! :thumbsup2

Nope! We provide a whole lot of chatter besides just the trip report. You can be gone for just a day and get waaay behind.:goodvibes

Were you busy or what? Glad the shopping is done. That is a good feeling. You have accomplished quite a lot this weekend.

I feel the same as you about the sister filling in. He is an adult and if he can't tell his mom no then you get what you get and don't have a fit. I was taught that by a 4year old.

Glad you got Jesse all hooked up. You are a good "mom" and he will appreciate it.
We cooked burgers on the grill tonight too. Quite yummy. And a banana cream pie for dessert.

My boss thinks his Mama is THE world. There is no way that he would ever say no to her. I guess he'll just have to take his medicine...namely, his sister. Oh well, I won't be worrying about it 'cause I'll be in Disney.:yay:

We didn't have banana cream pie....we had chocolate chip cookies.


OMG! You've never had it? it's awesome. It makes me think of childhood. I sure theres not an ounce of real cheese in it, but it is oh so good.

Isn't squirty cheese just the best! A road trip to Disney just isn't the same without it.

[mickeystoontown]

we are going to have to set up a canned cheese and Shreddies swap lol we have friends who live in WY and have us mail them Shreddies and ketchup chips, and coffee crisps lol
I might have to get them to start mailing canned cheese

What are Shreddies? I have seen the ketchup chips here and I think, but am not positive, that I've seen the coffee crisps too.

[Jareds_mommy]

What are Shreddies? I have seen the ketchup chips here and I think, but am not positive, that I've seen the coffee crisps too.

Shreddies are cereal the come in square or diamond shape :rotfl:
they tell us our chocolate and pop taste different I think some of the stuff that taste different are the ones that use cane sugar instead of fruitose? I have only tasted a kitkat from the US and it wasn't the same, not as creamy as I was used too. :confused3I also have learned not to order iced tea in the US
I am coming back to the US just for the frozen lemonade though OMG those were good

[deedeew80]

I don't know about ya'll but whenever we go on a road trip, I want the inside of the car to be sparkling clean. I pulled out the Armour All and wiped everything down. It got pretty hot out so I didn't vacuum it out yet but am going to in a little while. All we have to do before leaving is go to a drive through car wash the day before. John has this thing about having to wash the car before we get on the road. He doesn't care if the forecast calls for rain or not.....the car has to be washed.


LOL! My parents are the same exact way! Whenever they go on any kind of road trip they HAVE to wash the car!!! :rotfl:

[mickeystoontown]

You'll recall that when the trip report left off, we were on our way back to the CBR with a slight rain falling and our heads hung low. It was our last full day at Walt Disney World.:sad1:

There wasn't much talk on the bus back to the resort. But one thing that Hunter said was this would have been the perfect trip if he had just gotten chosen for the Jedi Training Academy. Oh my baby, don't say that 'cause I am already sad that we're leaving in the morning. John and I just looked at him and said don't worry, we'll be back next year and you can try again. His comment got me thinking though. Apparently, it had John thinking too.

We got back to the room and started packing up our stuff which is always depressing. Thank goodness, I had already picked up a lot of stuff while John and Hunter were getting ready that morning. Hunter laid down on the bed and started watching the Disney channel. It didn't take long before he was sound asleep. I am not lying when I say that John and I looked at each other at the same time and said, why don't we use our last day of tickets and go to Hollywood Studios in the morning.

After a bit of talking, we decided that we'd surprise Hunter and go to Hollywood Studios. We would only let him try once to get chosen. If he didn't, we'd leave and go home. Hollywood Studios opened at 9:00 a.m. and it was about 3:30 a.m. already. Packing was almost completely done. I set the alarm for 7:00 a.m. so that we could spring our one last surprise on Hunter in just a few hours.

Mind you, we have a 14 to 16 hour drive to get home. We break up our drive to Disney but on the way home, we drive all the way home. Just potty, gas and eating breaks.

It seemed like we had just laid our head on the pillows, when I heard the BEEP! BEEP! BEEP! of the alarm and then the phone rings and Stitch was yelling at me to get up. Luckily, John and Hunter were both easy to wake up today. Once they were awake, we revealed our surprise to Hunter. Once again, we were "the best parents in the whole wide world!".

We got dressed and threw the rest of the stuff in the luggage. We walked down to Old Port Royale and got some sugary bakery item from the grab-n-go station. One last look around the store to see if we needed anything (we hadn't) and back we went to our room. John and I took turns eating while the other took our stuff back to the car.

Finally, we had everything in the car and were ready to head to Hollywood Studios. We waved goodbye to the Caribbean Beach Resort and off we went.

Before long, we were at Hollywood Studios and on this:

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1155-2.jpg

And then we were there:

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1154-2.jpg

I'm stopping now because it is now 10:12 p.m. and I haven't ironed my clothes for work tomorrow.

I promise to get the last installment finished up tomorrow.

Would Hunter get chosen for The Jedi Training Academy? Wait and see!

[hhockman]

I can't believe you would leave us hanging like that (and you don't believe that I can't believe it, do you?).

Does this mean that someone is FINALLY going to tell me just exactly what Jedi Training Academy is? I swear I've asked on every TR I've read (plus my own). Or at least it feels like I have.

Based on the name, I know this is something my kids would LOVE, but I have no idea what it is, and I have no idea if kids as young as mine would have a chance to be "chosen".

Can't WAIT to hear.

And I think it is really REALLY cool that you started and ended your trip with the exact same phrase ("You are the best parents in the world"). Apparently you really are.

Except for us, of course. ;)

[kmartin555]

Loving your trip report! I've been lurking until now but just wanted to let you know how much I have enjoyed it. Your family seems to have a great time together! Hope you do a TR for your upcoming trip as well. :goodvibes

[longing2Batdisney]

Hi Lisa!
can't wait to hear what happens at DHS...
if I don't post again before you leave ya'll have a safe drive over and have a magical trip in WDW pixiedust:

Have a great day!
Connie

[dismagiclover]

I can't believe you would leave us hanging like that (and you don't believe that I can't believe it, do you?).

Does this mean that someone is FINALLY going to tell me just exactly what Jedi Training Academy is? I swear I've asked on every TR I've read (plus my own). Or at least it feels like I have.

Based on the name, I know this is something my kids would LOVE, but I have no idea what it is, and I have no idea if kids as young as mine would have a chance to be "chosen".

Can't WAIT to hear.

And I think it is really REALLY cool that you started and ended your trip with the exact same phrase ("You are the best parents in the world"). Apparently you really are.

Except for us, of course. ;)

Not trying to hijack the thread, but head over to my TR and check out the most recent two installments. I have tons of pictures of Jedi Training and my boys are 7 and 4 and they got picked and loved it.

Lisa, I can't stand the suspense either! I sure hope he got pickedpopcorn::

[Angies1274]

I'm sure Hunter was so happy to be heading to DHS!! What a great surprise!!:goodvibes I can't wait to find out if he was picked for The Jedi Training Academy!!popcorn::
Oh and YAY!!!:yay: for only 2 days left!!!!

[MadilynnsMomma]

Awww it's almost over... Now what am I going to read? - OH YA! You'll be back from another trip and you can make a new report - WOOHOO!!! :cool1:

[aprilisis]

I don't want your report to end!!!!! :sad:

[bballbabe]

I finally get thru 20 pages of posts and you leave off with a cliffhanger.:mad: Well I guess it is now time for me to update my TR until you post the answer for us.

[mickeystoontown]

Morning!

Surprisingly, things are pretty slow at work this morning. I expect that all to change at any time now though. I've got three deadlines that absolutely have to go out today. I have the documents prepared but have to wait on the clients to get their supporting documents to me and look over what I have typed up. Knowing my luck, they'll probably wait until this afternoon to get back with me and it'll be a mad rush to the finish.

I'll found the Hollywood Studios pictures on Photobucket last night. Took me forever! I plan on working on the very last trip report installment today. I'd be extremely depressed about it ending if I didn't have another Disney trip coming up soon.

I'm going to see if I can respond to the most recent posts before all heck breaks loose around here.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

I shall patiently wait. I am amazed that for a Monday our phones are very quiet. I may be sorry I actually wrote that. Time will tell. Have a productive day.

[mickeystoontown]

I can't believe you would leave us hanging like that (and you don't believe that I can't believe it, do you?).

Does this mean that someone is FINALLY going to tell me just exactly what Jedi Training Academy is? I swear I've asked on every TR I've read (plus my own). Or at least it feels like I have.

Based on the name, I know this is something my kids would LOVE, but I have no idea what it is, and I have no idea if kids as young as mine would have a chance to be "chosen".

Can't WAIT to hear.

And I think it is really REALLY cool that you started and ended your trip with the exact same phrase ("You are the best parents in the world"). Apparently you really are.

Except for us, of course. ;)

I'm sorry that I left ya'll hanging but I was about to fall asleep at the computer last night and still had to iron my work clothes. It's been a really busy last week or so.

You'll be glad to know that I've got lots of pictures to post. And, I'll explain The Jedi Training Academy info too.

I think that there are a whole lotta "best parents in the world" parents.....including all my readers!

Loving your trip report! I've been lurking until now but just wanted to let you know how much I have enjoyed it. Your family seems to have a great time together! Hope you do a TR for your upcoming trip as well. :goodvibes

Hey, it's never too late for a lurker to come out and post. I'm glad that you've been enjoying the report. We do have a wonderful time together for the most part. Of course, we have our moments but most times, we are all happy go lucky!

Hi Lisa!
can't wait to hear what happens at DHS...
if I don't post again before you leave ya'll have a safe drive over and have a magical trip in WDW pixiedust:

Have a great day!
Connie

I'm trying to get a post typed up and posted in just a little while. You have a great day too!

[mickeystoontown]

Not trying to hijack the thread, but head over to my TR and check out the most recent two installments. I have tons of pictures of Jedi Training and my boys are 7 and 4 and they got picked and loved it.

Lisa, I can't stand the suspense either! I sure hope he got pickedpopcorn::

You know that I totally don't care if there is a hijack on my thread. I just hope everybody gets the information they need/want even if it's not from me.

I'm sure Hunter was so happy to be heading to DHS!! What a great surprise!!:goodvibes I can't wait to find out if he was picked for The Jedi Training Academy!!popcorn::
Oh and YAY!!!:yay: for only 2 days left!!!!

He was so happy when we told him we would give The Jedi Training Academy another try. We were all dead tired and had a long drive ahead of us but somehow we mustered up the strength to get over to Hollywood Studios.

Awww it's almost over... Now what am I going to read? - OH YA! You'll be back from another trip and you can make a new report - WOOHOO!!! :cool1:

Oh there will be plenty of other stuff to read while I am gone. I have already said that I hope everybody will continue to chit chat on this thread so that I can come back and catch up with what's been going on with everybody.

[mickeystoontown]

I don't want your report to end!!!!! :sad:

I know...me either. At least I'll come back from another Disney trip soon and can start all over again.

By the way, how are you liking the discussion boards over here? They are lot more fun that the Intercot boards aren't they!

I finally get thru 20 pages of posts and you leave off with a cliffhanger.:mad: Well I guess it is now time for me to update my TR until you post the answer for us.

I really didn't want to leave ya'll with a cliffhanger but I could hardly hold my eyes open any longer last night.

I shall patiently wait. I am amazed that for a Monday our phones are very quiet. I may be sorry I actually wrote that. Time will tell. Have a productive day.

Yeah, our's have been pretty slow too. Usually Mondays are the days that everybody calls and fusses about their spouse not getting the kids back on time or they didn't get their child support, etc. etc. I fully expect them to start ringing off the hook any minute now.

[racefanof88]

Lisa, I can't wait to hear if Hunter was chosen or not. Dallas wanted to try in July, but by the time we were finished eating it was going to be a wait of about an hour before the next training session so we missed it.

I know you are so ready for this next trip to get started :cool1:. I'm excited for you :goodvibes. I do have to say though I hope you start your TR as soon as you get home because it is now my daily habit to come over to your report to look for your next post :surfweb:.

I know this trip will be extra special :thumbsup2.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Dana

You should really give it a try. Alex had a ball. He is 10 and tall for his age. We were kind of surprised he got picked. They normally go with the 7-10 year olds. I have tricks that can help as I'm sure all of those Diser's can tell you.

Ginny

[mickeystoontown]

Since we weren't planning on staying long at Hollywood Studios, I put just the camera and video camera in the backpack. I had to go through security with the backpack so I told John and Hunter to go ahead of me and I'd catch up. Security took just a few minutes so I was able to catch with them while in line to get in. Of course, this would be the morning that the finger scan thingie took forever to scan Hunter's fingers. They tried it three times when the castmember finally just told him to go through.

We took the first left and went by Hollywood and Vine to get to The Jedi Training Academy. There was absolutely no one other there yet so I backtracked and we to the nearest store to get a times guide. We still had a little while before it started. We looked around in the Star Tours store for a few minutes but Hunter was really too excited to pay attention to what he was looking at. So, we went back outside and saw that a small crowd had gathered around the Jedi Training Academy stage.

Hunter got in amongst the other kids and, not long after, a few castmembers came out and told the parents that they'd have to leave their kids and stand over to the side because the show was going to start soon.

For those of you who don't know how the training academy works, let me fill you in. All of the kids stand in front of and to one side of the training academy stage. Then this guy (Hunter would kill me if he could read this because I know the guy has a name but I am soooo not a Star Wars fan) who apparently some kind of training master comes out and does this spiel about how they need to train new Jedi's to help battle Darth Vader. He walks around and looks out into the crowd of kids and picks out about a dozen to participate. The ones that are chosen are given robes and go on stage where they are given lightsabers. Then the Jedi Master starts training the kids on how to use their lightsabers. After a little while, Darth Vader comes out and each child gets to fight him with their new lightsaber skills.

So, we've been standing there quite some time when the Jedi Master guy comes out and starts picking kids from the audience. Hunter is holding his hand up over his head and screaming "pick me". Kids all around him are getting chosen but then, the picking is over and Hunter is still standing in the audience. Bummer! He watches the show for a while and then comes over to where we are standing. I give him a hug 'cause I could tell he was really disappointed. John looks at me. I look at him. I pull out the Times Guide and see that another show is scheduled for later in the morning. Yep, we were gonna try again.

In the meanwhile, John and Hunter go over to see Sounds Dangerous while I sit outside on a bench and people watch. You know how I like to people watch.

Once Sounds Dangerous was over, we go back over to the training academy stage and this time there are just two families there. Hunter gets to stand center stage. Surely, he's going to get picked this time. While waiting for the show to start, Hunter starts up a conversation with the little boy to the left of him and then the little boy to the right of him. Soon, they were all chatting up a storm as the crowds behind and beside them grew.

The Jedi Master comes out and starts his speech again and then, again, starts picking kids from the crowd. This time, Hunter jumps up and down and waves his hands in the air. Wouldn't you know it....both boys beside him get chosen. Both of them! Hunter doesn't. Crap and double crap! His expression just broke my heart. While he wiggled his way through the crowds, John says "what time is the next show?". Man are we softies!

We told Hunter that we only had time for him to try just once more. Just once and that was it. We absolutely had to get on the road home. We jumped in line for Star Tours because the wait was short. We had a little bit more time to kill so we walked over and looked around at the Indiana Jones cart things. Bought nothin' but did waste some time.

Again, we go back to the training academy stage and Hunter was front and center and there was no one else in the crowd. I had an idea so I told John I'd be right back. John talked with a castmember while I was gone and told her that this was Hunter's 3rd time today to try to get chosen. I ran into the nearest bathroom, pulled off about a two foot long piece of handtowel/napkin. I took it outside and pulled out a bright red marker from the backpack. On the napkin I wrote "Third Times The Charm!". I rolled it up and walked back over to Hunter and gave it to him. I told him to unroll it when it the Jedi Master came out and then hold it up over his head and jump up and down.

To say I was anxious/nervous for Hunter is an understatement. I knew that this would be the last chance for him to get chosen. John took out the video camera and I had the camera ready just in case. I could see Hunter's lips moving and realized that he was saying "Please let me get picked." over and over again. If he didn't get picked, he was going to be heartbroken.

Here are two pictures I took while we waited:

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1136-1.jpg

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1137-3.jpg

The music started, the Jedi Master came out and started picking kids. Hunter unrolled his banner and started jumping up and down with it. One, two, three, four, five kids got chosen and I was getting worried and then......the Jedi Master chose......Hunter! Hunter leaned over and handed the banner to his dad and up he went onto the stage. I don't think he could have been smiling any bigger. He was sooo happy!

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z224/mickeystoontown/100_1138-1.jpg

The Jedi Master guy walked around and told them something about the importance of the training, yada yada yada.....

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Next, they gave the kids their training lightsabers and taught them some moves:

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Then, more music and the Storm Troopers came out:

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From admist the smokes comes Darth Vader who taunted the crowd. (This picture is blurry...sorry)

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The Jedi Master and his helper pull the kids aside and told them they have to use their new skills to fight Darth Vader.

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All but two kids go before Hunter and finally it's his turn:

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He goes through all but one of his newly taught moves and it thunders. The Jedi Master stops Hunter mid-swing. Notice Hunter's p.o'd face:

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The Jedi Master announces that the show must end because of incliment weather. We all look up to the sky and see that it did look like it'd start raining soon.

The kids were ushered to the side to take off their robes and give back their lightsabers. Then, they gave them all Jedi Training diplomas.

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We asked Hunter how he liked it and he said he LOVED it even though he didn't get to throw that last swing in. We put the cameras in the backpack and started our walk out of the park. Hunter unrolled his diploma which was tied with a ribbon. He was grinning from ear to ear. So worth the half day we spent in Hollywood Studios.

We made our way to the front of the park and over to the tram loading area. Hunter wouldn't let me put his diploma in the backpack because it might get smooshed. We hopped on a tram and rode it to where our car was parked which was, of course, almost all the way down to the end of the row. Just as we got to the car, it started sprinkling rain. Perfect timing.

Hunter put his diploma safely on the little ledge on the backseat, we buckled in and pulled out of the parking lot. We waved goodbye to Hollywood Studios but this time with smiles on our faces because Hunter had finally gotten chosen.:woohoo:

******I am going to stop here. I've got to get a little work done. I do have one more installment to post though.

[mickeystoontown]

LOL! My parents are the same exact way! Whenever they go on any kind of road trip they HAVE to wash the car!!! :rotfl:

I think I totally forgot to respond to your post. I am sorry. John refuses to get on the road without washing the car. It's funny because we have, literally, been in a drive through carwash while it was sprinkling. Gotta have a clean car before hitting the road.:laughing:

[mickeystoontown]

Lisa, I can't wait to hear if Hunter was chosen or not. Dallas wanted to try in July, but by the time we were finished eating it was going to be a wait of about an hour before the next training session so we missed it.

I know you are so ready for this next trip to get started :cool1:. I'm excited for you :goodvibes. I do have to say though I hope you start your TR as soon as you get home because it is now my daily habit to come over to your report to look for your next post :surfweb:.

I know this trip will be extra special :thumbsup2.

Dana, I just posted the results of whether or not Hunter got chosen. You really should let Dallas give it a try. Hunter had the best time.

And, yes, I am getting pumped about our trip. We hit the road as soon as I get off work this Wednesday. I'll definitely be doing a trip report.

Dana

You should really give it a try. Alex had a ball. He is 10 and tall for his age. We were kind of surprised he got picked. They normally go with the 7-10 year olds. I have tricks that can help as I'm sure all of those Diser's can tell you.

Ginny

Ginny, I agree. As you can see from my last installment, there are certain things you can do to draw attention to your child.

[aprilisis]

I know...me either. At least I'll come back from another Disney trip soon and can start all over again.

By the way, how are you liking the discussion boards over here? They are lot more fun that the Intercot boards aren't they!

I have to say that I am a lot more comfortable posting here. I'm always worried about offending everyone over there!
By the way, you are inspiring me to write a trip report for my September -October trip. :yay:

[dismagiclover]

:yay::yay::yay: Hunter got chosen! And you really are the best parents in the world trying 3 times. FYI when we were there in June they didn't group all the kids together and ask the parents to move out of the way when they did the picking. They just picked kids from the crowd though most of the kids they picked were up front. They must have recently changed. What a bummer for those last 2 kids that didn't fight Vader because of the "inclement weather." It sure seems like they could have at least let all the kids fight:confused3 Anyway, I'm glad your story had a happy ending:woohoo:

[Jareds_mommy]

I am so happy he got picked
DS tried twice last time but didn't

[dd50]

Doesn't every one get there car washed and oil changed before a trip? That is on my to do list with many other things.

[longing2Batdisney]

Danny changes the oil, washes the car--usually a wax job if we are in our car, skips it if in the truck, rotate the tires and than does it all again when we get home...my dad does it all also. I just figured everyone does these things...

Lisa, sounds like it was a very magical ending to a wonderful surprise vacation :thumbsup2:
So, glad Hunter had he wish to complete his quest on having magical adventure in the land of magic...

[retiredkid]

So glad that Hunter got picked. He looks so happy!

And he sure rocked that light sabre!!!

[longing2Batdisney]

LISA AND TO ALL YOUR FOLLOWERS WHO ARE LEAVING IN THE UPCOMING WEEK

I WISH YOU A VERY SAFE AND MAGICAL pixiedust: on your DISNEY ADVENTURE; for those of us left behind this go round we can't wait for you to come back and share your pictures and adventures with us.

:dancer: party: party: :dancer:
Connie:wave:

[aaaateamsgrandma]

You are the best parents in the world. I know that had to make for one long trip home but WOW. It takes such a little to make a child happy, no matter what the age. Totally awesome. He looked so pleased with himself, as he should be. He was fantastic. I love that first picture and that grin is grand. I was so hoping he would get picked. It is such a disappointment for those kids that don't get chosen I sometimes wish they had a different system. I do think the cm's are careful to watch at each session and can see if some of the kids have been several times so not to pick the same kids twice. I know they announce if you have done it previously to let other kids have a chance. As a matter of fact he picked a boy that had done it earlier in the day and evidently someone said something in his earpiece and he said sorry but not twice in the same day.

[Villainess]

:dance3: Woo Hoo! Hunter got chosen!!!! :cheer2:

[Angies1274]

Yay!!!for Hunter getting chosen!!!:yay: Third time is a charm!!! What great parent's you are to keep trying so that Hunter wouldn't be disappointed!! He looked so happy in the pictures!!! After the second time, I must admit I was starting to get a little worried....but so glad it worked out!!:goodvibes
Great update, Lisa!! I'm looking forward to your last installment, but sad that you TR is coming to an end!!:sad2:

[overthemoon4mickey]

Yippee! I'm so glad you were able to leave on such a high note! I love the fact that you stuck it out and waited. We did that at EPCOT one day because DD really wanted to get chosen by the Japanese candy making lady. She was so excited that after 3 shows she was finally picked. It's those type of moments our kids will remember forever!

[bballbabe]

:yay::yay::yay::yay: I am sooo happy for Hunter and that he was able to fight Vadeer before they pulled the plug. That would have sucked if he was the next one in line when they decided to shut it down, especially after having to wait for 3 shows to be picked.

[hhockman]

That is AWESOME!!!

I am SO glad that Hunter finally got picked! :cool1::banana:

Ginny is right, you guys really are the best parents in the world! I would have done the same thing though. What if he decided he wasn't as crazy about Star Wars by the next year and then didn't want to do it? Those are the kind of things you just have to do in case you don't get another chance. I'll bet the ride home wasn't any worse than it would have been if you'd left first thing in the morning because you had such a happy kid in the backseat.

Now, (small highjack here), I need everyone on this thread to start thinking happy pixiedust thoughts pixiedust: that my kids get picked for this thing the VERY FIRST TIME WE'RE THERE. Both of them (I'm not sure how much Cole will care, he's not really into Star Wars, but maybe you'd better get some pixiedust for him too)...

because if they don't get picked we will be rooted to the spot and unable to do anything else at Hollywood Studios (or possibly the rest of WDW) until they are picked.

Seriously.

They won't budge.

They'd probably sleep on the ground in front of the stage if they could.

And they both LOVE (seriously :love:) Darth Vader. Will was Darth Vader for Halloween last year. His favorite scene out of all 6 of the movies is right after Anakin is burned in the lava and Darth Vader gets his costume put on.

So Ginny, spill your secrets. And anyone else that has them too. (Dismagiclover I'm headed over to your report in just a minute). Because I canNOT spend my entire 9 day vacation standing in front of that stage (though I would if I had to).

Hijack over.

Thanks everyone.

Lisa, if I don't post again before you leave ONE DAY!!!! :cheer2: Have a safe and happy trip!!! We'll be waiting for you!!!

(and P.S. if you happen to notice those drawstring backpacks at DTD, could you glance at it for me and let me know what it looks like and how much it is? It would help SO much with planning. If you remember. THANK YOU!)

K...back to the TR. ;)

[longing2Batdisney]

Heather
Dana just shared this site it this the type of bag you are looking for (the 2009 one is the one I had told you about--the prices at the resorts are cheaper than this site)
http://www.treasurekingdom.com/CTGY/Backpacks.html
Connie

[hhockman]

The Disneyland one that says 2009? YES! That's perfect. It even has a pocket. THANK YOU Connie. :)

And a little cheaper than that will be fine. :) I just needed to budget for it 'cause I'll get it right when we get there on that first day (probably after we eat).

Thanks. You're awesome (I know I'm using that word a lot today :confused3).

[longing2Batdisney]

You're welcome!! Dana shared this site so I guess she is the AWESOME one tonight! :thumbsup2

[racefanof88]

I'm so glad Hunter was chosen :thumbsup2. He looks so happy up on that stage. I can't stand to see the disappointment on a child's face when they have their minds set on something. Dallas has puppy dog eyes as it is and he can break my heart just looking at me :lmao:.

Connie it is nice to be thought of as awesome, so thanks :goodvibes.

[dismagiclover]

Now, (small highjack here), I need everyone on this thread to start thinking happy pixiedust thoughts pixiedust: that my kids get picked for this thing the VERY FIRST TIME WE'RE THERE. Both of them (I'm not sure how much Cole will care, he's not really into Star Wars, but maybe you'd better get some pixiedust for him too)...

because if they don't get picked we will be rooted to the spot and unable to do anything else at Hollywood Studios (or possibly the rest of WDW) until they are picked.


I can only tell you what worked for us. There are quite a few threads floating around with other people ideas. Anyway here is what worked for us. Get to the first show of the day and make sure to get the front row. Wear a bright colored shirt with some Star Wars something on it. I had shirts made that said "I want to be a Jedi." We also brought light sabers to have the boys wave. I would also recommend not standing close to any other kids similarly attired. They try to pick kids from all over the audience. The Jedi Master comes out at the beginning of the show and scans the audience. It was pretty obvious he was deciding which kids he would pick right then. Make sure your kids are jumping up and down and showing plenty of enthusiasm. They have to get his attention and they don't want to end up with timid kids on the stage that might get scared (Vader is pretty scary.) I saw the Jedi Master look directly at my boys when he came out and scanned the crowd and at that moment I felt pretty confident that he'd pick my boys and he did:banana: We were like you though. That was top priority for the day and we would have come back every show until they were picked. I've read on some threads to have your kids separated in the crowd because they don't like to pick 2 kids from the same family. That obviously wasn't the case for us. May the Force be with you.:goodvibes

[hhockman]

Thanks Jenny. I'd planned for them to wear Star Wars shirts to DHS anyway. Will has a bright green one with storm troopers on it that we just got him for school (he loves green). All of Christian's (yes, I said all) are navy or black, but I can rectify that. Or I may just make them shirts like you did. I'd thought of letting them carry their lightsabers around, but wasn't sure what we'd do with them after the show. I guess we'll bring them anyway. That's why they are bringing backpacks. I'm not sure how into it Cole will be (Cole is Will's friend-same age, but not really into Star Wars), but I have a feeling if my boys are picked, he'll want to be too. So I'll make sure he is prepared. Hopefully if they are not picked the first time, they eventually will be. I already know this will be the highlight of the trip for them.

Or at least one of them. ;)

[mommytothreeboys]

Ok Lisa...I have to admit defeat!! I CANNOT keep up with you girlfriend!!

I've been trying to catch up on your report since getting back from camping, but I just keep getting further behind!

I will keep reading until I catch up, but I wanted to comment now and let you know I am still here and reading along! :thumbsup2

[mickeystoontown]

I have to say that I am a lot more comfortable posting here. I'm always worried about offending everyone over there!
By the way, you are inspiring me to write a trip report for my September -October trip. :yay:

Yeah, we are a lot more laid back over here on the Disboards. The Intercot seems more stuffy. It also doesn't seem like there are as many people over on Intercot who like to post/talk. We do a lot of talking here as you can see. We also become fast friends.

:yay::yay::yay: Hunter got chosen! And you really are the best parents in the world trying 3 times. FYI when we were there in June they didn't group all the kids together and ask the parents to move out of the way when they did the picking. They just picked kids from the crowd though most of the kids they picked were up front. They must have recently changed. What a bummer for those last 2 kids that didn't fight Vader because of the "inclement weather." It sure seems like they could have at least let all the kids fight:confused3 Anyway, I'm glad your story had a happy ending:woohoo:

I gotta tell you, if he hadn't gotten chosen the 3rd time, we probably would have stuck around for one more. We wouldn't have wanted to but we probably would have.

I did feel bad for the other two kids who didn't get to battle Darth. I did see the Photopass photographer taking pictures of the kids who were chosen. John said the castmember he talked to said they superimposed Darth in the picture with the kids.

I am so happy he got picked
DS tried twice last time but didn't

We were too!

[mickeystoontown]

Doesn't every one get there car washed and oil changed before a trip? That is on my to do list with many other things.

I know that we do! That's on our list of things to do tomorrow before we leave.

Danny changes the oil, washes the car--usually a wax job if we are in our car, skips it if in the truck, rotate the tires and than does it all again when we get home...my dad does it all also. I just figured everyone does these things...

Lisa, sounds like it was a very magical ending to a wonderful surprise vacation :thumbsup2:
So, glad Hunter had he wish to complete his quest on having magical adventure in the land of magic...

We just had the oil changed before we went to Lacey's so we won't get that done until we come back from Disney. John took the car to get it checked out this morning. I had heard the brakes squeek a little last week and my nephew tried to look at them this weekend but could get something or other loose. The guy at the shop this morning said there was nothing wrong with the brakes. Thank goodness!

It was a great end to a great vacation!

So glad that Hunter got picked. He looks so happy!

And he sure rocked that light sabre!!!

I was glad that he got chosen too. I think he now has 8 lightsabers at home so he certainly knows how to "rock" one!

[mickeystoontown]

You are the best parents in the world. I know that had to make for one long trip home but WOW. It takes such a little to make a child happy, no matter what the age. Totally awesome. He looked so pleased with himself, as he should be. He was fantastic. I love that first picture and that grin is grand. I was so hoping he would get picked. It is such a disappointment for those kids that don't get chosen I sometimes wish they had a different system. I do think the cm's are careful to watch at each session and can see if some of the kids have been several times so not to pick the same kids twice. I know they announce if you have done it previously to let other kids have a chance. As a matter of fact he picked a boy that had done it earlier in the day and evidently someone said something in his earpiece and he said sorry but not twice in the same day.

We were all totally exhausted on the drive home because of our delay but it was well worth it. As they say, a picture is worth a thousand words. He was soooo happy he got chosen.

:dance3: Woo Hoo! Hunter got chosen!!!! :cheer2:

I think John and I were just as excited as Hunter was. At one point, I caught myself almost jumping up and down.

Yay!!!for Hunter getting chosen!!!:yay: Third time is a charm!!! What great parent's you are to keep trying so that Hunter wouldn't be disappointed!! He looked so happy in the pictures!!! After the second time, I must admit I was starting to get a little worried....but so glad it worked out!!:goodvibes
Great update, Lisa!! I'm looking forward to your last installment, but sad that you TR is coming to an end!!:sad2:

I plan on putting a large piece of paper in the backpack so that I can make Hunter another banner this year. Hopefully, it'll help out and we won't have to wait around another 3 times.

[aaaateamsgrandma]

Look at you. Miss one day away! Let me tell you the things you do for your children double that for grandchildren. It is so heartbreaking when the thing they want so badly just doesn't happen. I cry like a baby. It was good I didn't have to do that this time. :rotfl:

I would hate to make a fool of myself in front of everyone. What did I just say? I do that on a daily basis. That is why I have so much fun. Just so no one gets hurt. Except for me. I did fall again at the airport on my birthday. Don't forget to do an ending to this report so we can talk about ya while you are gone.

[mickeystoontown]

Yippee! I'm so glad you were able to leave on such a high note! I love the fact that you stuck it out and waited. We did that at EPCOT one day because DD really wanted to get chosen by the Japanese candy making lady. She was so excited that after 3 shows she was finally picked. It's those type of moments our kids will remember forever!

It's funny that you mentioned the candy lady at Epcot because that's one of our goals for this trip.....to get the candy lady to make something for Hunter. The things she can do with candy is simply amazing.

:yay::yay::yay::yay: I am sooo happy for Hunter and that he was able to fight Vadeer before they pulled the plug. That would have sucked if he was the next one in line when they decided to shut it down, especially after having to wait for 3 shows to be picked.

Me too! He has just one or two more moves before his fight with Darth would have been complete but at least he got to do a few moves on the bad guy.

That is AWESOME!!!

I am SO glad that Hunter finally got picked! :cool1::banana:

Ginny is right, you guys really are the best parents in the world! I would have done the same thing though. What if he decided he wasn't as crazy about Star Wars by the next year and then didn't want to do it? Those are the kind of things you just have to do in case you don't get another chance. I'll bet the ride home wasn't any worse than it would have been if you'd left first thing in the morning because you had such a happy kid in the backseat.

Now, (small highjack here), I need everyone on this thread to start thinking happy pixiedust thoughts pixiedust: that my kids get picked for this thing the VERY FIRST TIME WE'RE THERE. Both of them (I'm not sure how much Cole will care, he's not really into Star Wars, but maybe you'd better get some pixiedust for him too)...

because if they don't get picked we will be rooted to the spot and unable to do anything else at Hollywood Studios (or possibly the rest of WDW) until they are picked.

Seriously.

They won't budge.

They'd probably sleep on the ground in front of the stage if they could.

And they both LOVE (seriously :love:) Darth Vader. Will was Darth Vader for Halloween last year. His favorite scene out of all 6 of the movies is right after Anakin is burned in the lava and Darth Vader gets his costume put on.

So Ginny, spill your secrets. And anyone else that has them too. (Dismagiclover I'm headed over to your report in just a minute). Because I canNOT spend my entire 9 day vacation standing in front of that stage (though I would if I had to).

Hijack over.

Thanks everyone.

Lisa, if I don't post again before you leave ONE DAY!!!! :cheer2: Have a safe and happy trip!!! We'll be waiting for you!!!

(and P.S. if you happen to notice those drawstring backpacks at DTD, could you glance at it for me and let me know what it looks like and how much it is? It would help SO much with planning. If you remember. THANK YOU!)

K...back to the TR. ;)

If he hadn't gotten chosen that third time, I think we really had at least one more show in us. I was at the point that I was willing to get down on my knees and beg that he get chosen.

I see that you've already received some great tips on how to get chosen for the training academy. Don't forget to make the banner too!

I plan on taking pictures of all kinds of stuff while at Disney. I'll see if I can find the drawstring backpacks at DTD and take a picture of them. I do know that they sell them on the Disney Store website. I think they are called "cinch bags". I bought one on clearance last Winter for just $4.99!

I'm so glad Hunter was chosen :thumbsup2. He looks so happy up on that stage. I can't stand to see the disappointment on a child's face when they have their minds set on something. Dallas has puppy dog eyes as it is and he can break my heart just looking at me :lmao:.

Connie it is nice to be thought of as awesome, so thanks :goodvibes.

I know what you mean about those sad puppy dog eyes. All Hunter has to do is bat those long lashes and I melt.

Ok Lisa...I have to admit defeat!! I CANNOT keep up with you girlfriend!!

I've been trying to catch up on your report since getting back from camping, but I just keep getting further behind!

I will keep reading until I catch up, but I wanted to comment now and let you know I am still here and reading along! :thumbsup2

Well, you've got a valid excuse. You've been camping and you are also doing Vacation Bible School. And, you're still being a Mom. Those things alone can do you in if you don't watch out.