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aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:50 AM

I'm re-posting my TR w/o the poll. It was getting too distracting at the top of every page.
Hi- my name is April & I am a Disney-holic.:rotfl: I’m 34 & taking a (so far) solo trip from October 4th through the 11th. My birthday is the 12th. I’ll be staying at Yacht Club & I know I will definitely be going to MNSSHP :hmghost:& the Food & Wine Festival :drinking1. Epcot is my favorite park. I want to get to see the new Harry Potter area at Islands of Adventure & haven’t decided whether or not to visit Halloween Horror Nights at Universal. I know I want to spend some time in the pool during this trip. I also want to do something different- like horseback riding at FW or Dolphins in Depth at Epcot. In order to do that, however, I want to lose about 50 pounds. One thing you will notice is that I take WAY too many photos! I took this in the parking lot of Shaw’s (with my phone) on Saturday morning.

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I’m sure I will have many mini-TR’s within this PTR. I am going to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods in CT in March with my BF, John & I am meeting my friend in NYC in April. I’m sure we will go somewhere in the summer- maybe even Vegas! (This is Vegas:)
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In the meantime, I am losing my marbles waiting for the park hours for October to come out. :hyper: I usually plan my days around the PM Extra Magic Hours.
I still haven’t booked air- I’m waiting for Southwest & right now they are only booking through August. Car rental prices are outrageous for that week right now, so I am holding off on those. :mad:
As far as dining goes, I will DEFINITELY be going to Artist Point & California Grill. Some possible visits will be:
Cape May Café
Donald’s Safari Breakfast
1900 Park Faire (for breakfast)
Brown Derby
Sci-Fi Dine In
Boma
Jiko
Yachtsman Steakhouse
Citricos
The Wave
Sanaa
Kouzzina
I know that’s a long list, but I will narrow it down when the October park hours come out. I feel awfully guilty leaving my dog, Isis, home for a week, but she will be in good hands with my mom. This is Isis in her best Disney gear:

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I will post a recent photo of me if I ever let anyone take one. :rolleyes1 Thanks for stopping by!!

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:50 AM

Uhhh…Has ANYONE ever seen this before?????

Our apologies...

Alamo is completely sold out of vehicles at:

Orlando Intl Arpt from 010/4/2010 to 010/11/2010

That is a first for me!!! And it is a bad sign as far as crowd levels!!!
Well, so far the diet is going ok. I had oatmeal this morning & I had a salad with Boston lettuce, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, scallions, sugar snap peas, strawberries & a little bit of feta & cracked black pepper for lunch.

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I had lemon tea, 1 cup of white grapefruit juice, 1 bottle of water, and iced coffee with skim milk & 2 splenda, too. I’m not sure what we will do for dinner, but I’ll try to stick with it. I didn’t exercise last night. I used an incident at work as an excuse to not exercise when I should have used it as fuel to make me work harder. I tried to do something to make her life easier & she took it the wrong way. Don’t you hate drama?? Someone I work with blows everything WAY out of proportion because she thinks she is queen of the world. It is getting a little unbearable, so I am avoiding her like the plague today.:tiptoe:
Anyhoo…back to the rental cars…at Orlando International AND Sanford airports, the rental cars are over $300 for the week for an economy! That is too pricey for me. I know I usually get a car for $200. So I guess my “plan” is to wait until the last minute & if I get a car, I get one. If I don’t, I don’t. I’m also very impatiently waiting for Southwest to come out with October airfare.
I’m also excited to be going to NYC in April. I’m meeting my friend, Sarah (who is from Scranton, PA) there on the 16th & coming home the 18th. I’m taking the Acela train from Providence. It will be a 2 hour & 55 minute ride. I’m hoping to meet up with my friend, Renata (she lives in NYC & works for Comedy Central), too. We plan to see the Tim Burton exhibit at MoMA (http://www.moma.org/interactives/exhibitions/2009/timburton/) & try out a few restaurants…and SHOP! I need a new purse, so I will be going to Canal Street. I have a few photos from my last trip:

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And from 2002:
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New York is a blast, but the last trip nearly killed me! I'm too old to stay out until 3am now. :rolleyes1 I had SUCH fun at the comedy club & all of the places we went. I had no idea how nice Brooklyn is! I’m also going to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods (http://www.mgmatfoxwoods.com/index.aspx) next week with John. I won’t be able to take a ton of photos, but I will take what I can & have a full report on craftsteak (http://www.mgmatfoxwoods.com/Craftsteak.aspx) for you!

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:52 AM

I thought I would just throw in some “fun” photos today. They were all taken at Madame Tussead’s Wax Museum in Las Vegas.
Johnny Depp:
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Matthew McConaughey:
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Billy Idol:
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Jon Bon Jovi:
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JLo:
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Julia Roberts:
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Liberace:
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Elizabeth Taylor:
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Lucy:
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Madonna:
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Marilyn Monroe:
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Oprah:
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Princess Di:
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Sean Connery:
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Sinatra & Dean Martin:
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Spiderman:
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The Rock:
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Tony Bennett:
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Elvis (my favorite of the bunch):
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I thought they looked pretty good over all- except a few didn’t really look like who they were supposed to. Johnny Depp doesn’t look enough like the real one. I was there in July 2008 & it was SO hot. In fact- I almost passed out at the Hoover Dam because it was 107 degrees. I might post more Vegas photos tomorrow if I can.
Last night I did so-so on dinner. I got a sandwich with cheese, tofurkey (not as bad as it sounds- it is NOTHING like tofu), onions, avocado, and cranberry mayo- which was most likely about 600 calories…BUT I was good in getting sugar snap peas instead of fries. Today so far I ate the other half of my sandwich & an apple. I have vegetable soup for dinner tonight- I will still be at work. Thursdays are my LONG days. Monday through Wednesday I work 7:30am until 4pm, Thursday is 7:30am-7:30pm, and Friday is 7:30am-11:30am. The only bad part is that I have an hour drive each way. So Thursday I get home at about 8:45pm & I am exhausted by the end of the night. :faint: Well, I have to get off of my behind & start exercising. I got my Ab Circle Pro in the mail & I want to try it- I just have to put it together first! :scared1: That will be my Friday afternoon project. I hope everyone has a great day!

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:53 AM

Not much is going on with the October Trip yet- I’m just waiting for Southwest to come out with airfare for October & for October park hours to come out. I DID, however, sign up for a price watch on rental cars for that time frame on Hotwire- Thank you, RockinDisney! It is all just a waiting game now, which makes me nutty.

This weekend was a little crazy. I was VERY tired Friday after work & tried to nap. That doesn’t work so well, though, when you have a geriatric Siamese cat who is extremely vocal. :laughing: John came over & we went to dinner at a steak house with the BEST salad bar around. He gets his steak & I get my salad & half of a cheese quesadilla. :blush: Saturday I got up WAY too early because Isis has been waking me up on the weekends- now, she doesn’t wake me up because she wants to go out…she wants an animal cracker. :confused: I don’t know why or how this started, but it is making me crazy. I put together my AbCircle Pro & I used it for 35 minutes. It is WAY tougher than it looks! Here it is:

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Please excuse the hairy carpet. When you have 2 dogs & a cat you can vacuum every day in the Spring, but the hair magically reappears two minutes later.
So while I was using the machine & watching some horrible tv (“Real Housewives of NYC”- trust me when I say there was NOTHING on), this is what the animals were up to:

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I did ok as far as food goes- I had an egg white omelet for breakfast with tomatoes, scallions, and fresh crushed red pepper; a veggie burger for lunch; sugar snap peas & hummus for a snack; about 40 cups of lemon tea; tons of water & crystal light iced tea; and a veggie sub with mustard & cheese for dinner.

Sunday was pretty much the same- I did EA Sports for the Wii for 48 minutes while the animals slept away after littering the house by pulling out every dog toy we have:

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I had the same stuff in my omelet for breakfast; Weight Watchers mac & cheese for lunch; more of the same beverages; and I made this enchilada casserole for dinner with black beans, corn, tomatoes, jalapenos, cheese, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and spices. I know it is the healthiest, but it isn’t TOO bad. John ate two bowls of it. I watched the Oscars & fell asleep. What an exciting weekend!

This morning I woke up late. I have my alarm set to “radio” and I must have hit the tuner because it was just static- which did NOT wake me up! I got up 30 minutes late today, so I will work through lunch. I will go home, take a quick shower & change, then John & I are off to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods for craftsteak & blackjack (for him). We’re staying overnight & might go to the Titanic artifact exhibit there the next day.

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:53 AM

I haven’t made any progress on my WDW plans for October. It is frustrating to wait for park hours to come out and for Southwest to release dates past August. It seems like they have been holding at August 13th forever now. While I am waiting for park hours to come out, though, I can give you a mini-TR from our overnight trip to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods. Monday night after work, John & I made the 60 or so mile drive down to the MGM. We took advantage of the free valet parking & checked in quickly. They put us in room 7101- a Director’s Suite. We walked quickly to the room to change for dinner.
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We didn’t use the jacuzzi because it is like taking a sleeping pill! I loved the bathroom setup, though. The Jacuzzi room is bigger than it looks in the photo. When you step in, the shower is off to the right. There was a separate room with the toilet & a phone.
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Pardon our mess- we just dropped everything as soon as we got there.
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Umm---$12 cashews?!?!? No, thanks!!!!
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(I don’t know if any of you watch “Top Chef”, but Tom Colicchio has a restaurant called “craftsteak” at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods. It is a little pricey, but VERY good.) Before leaving the house and knowing John as well as I do, I called & changed our reservation from 8:30 to 9. I didn’t tell him this until after I changed my clothes for dinner. We sipped a glass of champagne & headed downstairs. We were seated immediately. The restaurant is pretty dark with paintings of cow faces hanging all over.

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We ordered drinks- John got some citrus drink:
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I got a blood orange margarita:
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By the way- sorry for the photo quality- it was VERY dark in there!

Continued in next post….

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:55 AM

They brought us this bread & John ate almost all of it immediately!
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I ordered onion rings (I know…SOOO fancy):rolleyes1:
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Cauliflower:
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And Gratin potatoes:
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John got Yukon gold (potato) puree:
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Creamed spinach (no photo), and the ribeye:
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The bread was delicious and the Yukon puree was fantastic. The Gratin potatoes were good, the cauliflower was ok, the spinach was too salty, and the onion rings were kind of soggy. You know me if you have read my reports before- I am rarely disappointed by food, so they must have been having an “off” night or something. The drink I had was great, though! John said the steak was VERY good. We were too full for dessert. All in all, the atmosphere of the place is awesome. I like it a lot.
After dinner, John got a cup of coffee and I found a SATC (an HBO show whose name would get censored if I typed it out..."something and the city") slot machine. They must know that the fans will play it- but these machines are NOT designed to do you any favors. After losing a bit on that machine, I tried a Jaws machine & quit when I was up $20. John decided he wanted to play a blackjack machine, so I played another one in the same area- I forgot what it was called, but I made back everything I lost on the SATC machine & quit. I was happy to be even! We went back upstairs & watched tv.
Darn! I knew I forgot something! I forgot to take breakfast photos. We ordered room service. John had Eggs Benedict and I had an egg white omelet with peppers and onions and a side of sliced tomatoes. Both came with very good breakfast potatoes and I had sourdough toast. I also had grapefruit juice & we both had coffee. It was all very, very good! Here are a few shots of our view- which was not GREAT, but I can’t complain:
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We showered, packed up & checked out. We had to drive over to one of the other resorts to get to the Titanic exhibit. We parked & walked in & to my surprise, it wasn’t a far walk. This casino is HUGE & it usually takes forever to get where you’re going. I was disappointed that photography wasn’t allowed. We went into the exhibit & they handed us a card with information when we first walked in:
Back:
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Front:
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It contained information about a passenger that was actually on the Titanic & you could check & see if your passenger made it at the end of the exhibit. The exhibit started with items like personal effects- compacts, handkerchiefs, toiletry items, etc. There was even a bar of soap still in the case! They had a cabin set up like one of the first class cabins & one set up like the third class cabins- what a difference. The third class cabins had two sets of bunk beds & were either male or female, so a lot of families could not stay together. There was actually a postcard with the stamp STILL stuck on it. I learned that a first class parlor suite ticket cost $4,350 ($69,600 today), a first class berth ticket cost $150 ($2,400 today), a second class ticket cost $60 ($960 today), and a third class ticket cost $40 ($640 today). They were a lot more expensive than I thought! There were some dishes that they found still perfectly stacked because the wooden cabinet disintegrated around them. One of the workers told us that one man drank very heavily because of what was happening & he survived 2 hours in the water because his blood alcohol level was so high. The alcohol in his blood was like antifreeze. At the end of the exhibit, we checked to see if the person on our ticket made it off of the Titanic. John’s guy (who boarded 3rd class alone) did not make it. My second class lady & her daughter made it, but her husband didn’t. We looked through the gift shop at the end and John got me a little silver necklace with a piece of coal retrieved from the Titanic. The packing:
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The necklace:
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I really like it. I am fascinated by the Titanic and, while very sad, this exhibit is great. There are several throughout the world (http://www.titanictix.com/) & I think the Vegas one has most of the jewelry. Now I really want to go to Las Vegas to see that!
Well, I had better get back to work. I will report more when I have some WDW news. :)

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:56 AM

Well, my curiosity got the best of me & I did a Google search of “when will southwest release October 2010?” and I actually found a link to the Southwest site saying that they will be releasing dates through October 30, 2010 on March 23. So….guess who will be online at midnight on March 23rd?? If I can’t stay up that late, I will just book at 6am when I get up. I have to narrow down my dining choices, so I am ready to book dining when the park hours come out. I don’t think I will book a table service meal at EPCOT since the Food & Wine will be going on there. I will fill up on that stuff too much to want a big meal. I know I definitely want eat at the following places:

Artist Point
California Grill
Garden Grove (breakfast)
Boma (breakfast or dinner…maybe both?!?!?)
Yachtsman Steakhouse
Jiko
Donald’s Safari Breakfast
Kouzzina (breakfast)
1900 Park Faire (breakfast)
I think I might want to try the “Dine With an Imagineer” at Brown Derby, too

Some of my “maybe” places:
Sanaa
Cinderella’s Royal Table (I think I like the MK counter service options too much to go here, though)
The Wave
Bluezoo

Besides this, I have decided that I am going to spend a day doing things I have never done. The three things I have decided on are Dolphins in Depth (9:45am at Epcot), a trail ride at Fort Wilderness (I haven’t been horseback riding since I was 14), and a facial at one of the spas- most likely Mandara Spa at the Dolphin since it is the closest. I am definitely making a trip over to Universal & IOA to see the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter (http://www.universalorlando.com/harrypotter/). I am undecided on whether or not I will go to Halloween Horror Nights, though. Of course I will be visiting all 4 Disney parks, attending Mickey’s Not-so-Scary Halloween Party, and the Food & Wine Festival at Epcot (at least twice!). I am DEFINITELY planning to visit Stormalong Bay. That is one of the main reasons I booked at YC- the pool is amazing. Some pool photos from this past trip:
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Now I just have to wait & be patient (yeah, right!) for park hours, Halloween party dates, extra magic hours, and airfare to come out. I’m too impatient. I want to plan, plan, plan…NOW!!!:hourglass

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:57 AM

Before I forget to mention it, I found the COOLEST app for my phone! I can create postcards & have them sent using just my phone! I take a photo on my phone, upload it to this website & Send it to whomever I want- all for $1.89!!!! Isn’t that cool?!?! I’m SOOO using that in October!
So far- the diet is good, but the exercise has been nonexistent. I have to get back into a routine. Though- John is NO help diet-wise. We went to Five Guys burgers last night & I got the veggie sandwich with mustard (everyone makes fun of me & calls it the “condiment special”), but John got 2 bacon double cheeseburgers & 2 large fries!!!! :scared1: If you have ever been to Five Guys, you know large fries there fill a whole bag. So we walked out of there with a HUGE bag of fries. I only ate about 10 & even John couldn’t finish them. Not even close, actually. But you guys have seen his photo. For those of you who haven’t:
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Only one question comes to mind- WHERE DOES ALL OF THE FOOD GO?!?!!?!? He is SO skinny & he can eat whatever he wants. I eat a flipping carrot & gain 10 pounds. :lmao:

Still nothing exciting here- Just more waiting. *sigh* Oh…So here are a couple of photos of the Harry Potter area construction from September of 2009:
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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/IMG_1317.jpg

We really couldn’t see much. I can’t wait to see the area this October! I’m completely impatient. Thank goodness for the trip reports on these boards to tide me over until my next vacation!

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:58 AM

I am SO scatter-brained lately from stress. A little back story: A co-worker asked me last July if I could take his turtles because he couldn’t keep them. He said he had them for a year & they were teeny-tiny when I got them:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/turtles.jpg

Their shells were probably about 2 inches across. I have had them since last July & now they are about 3.5 inches across! I guess they were living in a tank with no filter, no basking light & no heater. I got them those things right away. I also got a book on turtle care. I got them a 40 gallon tank in January (they were in a 10). Well, the new filter I got for the huge tank worked for a month & now it doesn’t work. John fiddled with it Sunday night & it worked for a day, but then stopped working again. I have to try & find a new one ASAP, but John keeps insisting he wants to fix the one I have. I don’t think it can be fixed, but I will give him one more try and then I will buy a new filter. The water will start to STINK if it isn't filtered. Those guys are seriously little eating & pooping machines! I would love to be able to let them go in a Lake, but #1- it is too cold here for their breed & #2- I don’t think they would survive out there since they have never had to fend for themselves. So I am stressing about getting their water nice & clean & filtered.

Monday night I was watching tv while John & Isis were sleeping and I heard some scritchy, scratchy noise coming from the attic. We had just gotten about 5 inches of rain over the weekend & I think a squirrel took up residence in our attic. I am borrowing a have a heart trap from work & I am going to set it up later on. All I can think of is the movie “Christmas Vacation” with the whole squirrel scene because I KNOW Isis would be chasing that thing all over the house if it ever got out.

Yesterday I got a notice in the mail about a recall on my Santa Fe- which is a 2003- because the front subframe apparently rusts & perforates from all of the road salt we use in the “Rust Belt” area of the country. I asked John how important it is & he said “Well, it DOES keep your engine in your car, so it is pretty important”. Fantastic. I drive 600 miles a week, so I have to get it looked at. They said they will replace it, too- which will be a huge job- so I am hoping they at least would give me a rental. I JUST finished paying it off last August, so I DO NOT want another car payment yet!! I have over 190,000 miles on it, though. :headache:

I got an offer for a rental car through Southwest- I got a car WAY cheaper than the rates that are out right now & I got credit towards my Southwest Rapid Rewards, too!! I reserved a midsize car through Alamo. I’m happy about that! I don’t know if you noticed, but Alamo has kiosks to electronically check in now. It usually saves a ton of time. That is one thing I can now check off of my list of things to do.:thumbsup2

I’m REALLY looking forward to Mickey’s Not-so-Scary Halloween Party this time around. I want to wear a costume, but I only will if I have someone to go to the party with. If I go alone, I will not dress up.
Some photos from MNSSHP 2009:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/MK.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/IMG_1468.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/mnsshp.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/sign.jpg

Some photos from MNSSHP 2001:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/ETHP.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/carriage2.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/halloweenmk.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/hearsenight.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/herchp.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/horseman.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/mKhalloweensign.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/mnsshp.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/poohhp.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/pumpkins.jpg

From 2003:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/coach.jpg

Sorry for the WAAAAYYY too much info today. I guess I just needed to vent a little.Thanks for listening!

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:59 AM

Ok…So costume ideas for the Halloween Party:
Lucy (as in “I Love Lucy”)
The Red Queen or Alice from the new Alice in Wonderland
"Traditional" Alice
Lilly Munster
The Bride or Opera Singer (from the graveyard scene) from the Haunted Mansion

What do you guys think?

I found photos from my 2003 October trip to Disney when I was dressed as Morticia Adams. Some are TOO funny.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0869.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0867.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/us_boat.jpg

The dress was a little snug to say the least!!! :scared1:

I have some from Halloween Horror Nights, too. They are all very dark & the photo quality was not great back then. I think my camera was a 3 megapixel!
This was some huge devil-type creature:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0855.jpg

A foam-producing machine:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0853.jpg

One of the random characters:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0845.jpg

This is just a statue in Islands of Adventure (during HHN):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0844.jpg

I am still undecided about whether or not I will go to HHN. That is going to end up being a last minute decision.

I have more from MNSSHP in 2003, too!
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0866.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0865.jpg

I LOVE how they do this:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0883.jpg

This is from Epcot on that same trip:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/001_1.jpg

This is from POR (it was right outside of our room)-
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0864.jpg

This is from DHS on the same trip (I guess Haunted Mansion came out that year):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0908.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0909.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/us_mickey.jpg

One more random MK photo:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_0904.jpg

I miss this place SOOOO much!!!...
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/039_39.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/040_40.jpg

I wish the Adventurer’s Club was still there. I’m glad I got to go a few times before it closed. I wonder if they will ever re-open it because it was SO popular & just tons of fun.

You will notice how I cropped out an ex in a lot of the photos. Talk about BAD memories! He was always telling me I was fat back then…I think I was a size 6 or something at that time. I stuck with that relationship for 2 years, too, because I never thought anyone else would like me. In September 2004, I lost 2 grandparents (from different sides of the family) in the same week from unrelated illnesses. He argued with me about going to the services because he didn’t want to miss out on work (he worked for himself). A few days after the services, he asked me to move out. I guess it was smart on his part because I was too sad to be angry & I didn’t put up a fight about him keeping the condo we bought together and myself getting NOTHING for it. :sad2: Ahh, I learned a lot about what I didn’t want in life from that selfish man. I could go on & on, but you guys don’t need to hear that stuff. Besides, I am SURE everyone out there has at least ONE bad relationship story! Though, I have to say- dating from age 16 to age 32 has taught me A LOT. I could start an advice column!!! :rotfl:

Anyhoo- that was WAY :offtopic:! Today I work 7:30am until 7:30pm. I just DO NOT like sitting at a desk all day when I have so much energy! :hyper: At least I can go out at lunch. I’m going to get my favorite Subway sandwich…a little bit of provolone cheese, lettuce, fresh spinach, tomatoes, green peppers, cucumbers, onions, banana peppers, extra jalapenos, and yellow mustard on the 9-grain wheat bread. I am completely hooked on that sandwich. Sorry for the off- topic stuff. My posts will be MUCH more Disney related when park hours come out! ::MickeyMo

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 08:59 AM

Friday we went to see "The Crazies". I love horror movies & that one didn’t disappoint! Saturday morning I was up by 8am & I made an egg white omelet with tomatoes, scallions, and green peppers. Then, I worked outside all day- I prepared an area for my garden & put my compost bin together.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3445.jpg

I did 5 loads of laundry, cleaned out my car, filed some paperwork I had (Bills, receipts, etc.), and changed the sheets. This guy was hanging around in our side yard:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/turkey.jpg

It’s funny- he always visits alone. John & I went to eat at a Mexican place & picked up a new hose, nozzle, and stuff to plant at Wal-mart Saturday night. Sorry- I didn’t take any photos of the food. John had Arroz con Pollo and I got a Veggie meal- chili relleno, spinach enchilada, cheese enchilada, and black beans. Sunday I planted a ton of stuff in these little peat pellets to see if I can grow anything indoors from seeds. I did a little more cleaning, made brownies for John & made a stir fry for dinner.
Someone just popped into my office & told me there will be another Pirates movie. Yay! The bad part is that Orlando & Keira will not be in it.
I found some photos from my June 2004 trip with my friend, Sarah:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_1314.jpg

I will definitely be using sun block in October to avoid this kind of a situation:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_1318.jpg

I looked ridiculous in that photo! I had such a bad sunburn on my face.
We stayed at POFQ on that trip. I really love that resort.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/pofqslide.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_1336.jpg

Some night MK photos:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_1347.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_1350.jpg

Guess what?!?!? I booked my airfare!!!!! :dance3: :yay: :woohoo: Thank goodness for Southwest & their cheap-o airfare! I’m glad I waited to book with them. My official dates are October 4th through 11th. I will arrive in Orlando at 9:55am, pick up my bags, then pick up my midsize rental from Alamo & drive to YC to check in. After that- I have no idea because PARK HOURS AREN’T OUT YET FOR OCTOBER!!!!! :hyper: Umm…yeah…I’m a little anxious to find out hours for October!!! I promise a much more thought out & organized post tomorrow or Thursday. Have a great day, everyone!!!

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 09:00 AM

It has been a long day today. I went to the post office before lunch today & got new stamps- they have Simpsons stamps now!
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_0159.jpg

I picked up mail for work & mailed something. Since I had a dr’s appointment, I didn’t have time to leave for lunch. I have recently discovered that I can order from a local pizza place online, pay & tip online, and monitor the status of the order.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_0162.jpg

It is THE coolest thing! It even tells you how long it has been since you ordered. Now that I know they will deliver it here, though, I am in trouble. At least they have a lot of healthy stuff. I’m hoping to get my butt in gear and get into better shape before I go to NYC, too, since we will be doing a lot of walking. I bought new running shoes (FINALLY):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/sneaks.jpg

I have some random shots for you while I’m killing time until Park hours come out. The next 2 photos are of a YC room I had in January. It was very roomy (everywhere except the bathroom).
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/YCBeds.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_2187.jpg

This is the exterior of YC from the rear:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/YCBack.jpg

Tower of Terror (still my favorite) from December 2007:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/00tot.jpg

View from our Boardwalk room in October 2008:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/BWView.jpg

The Castle during MNSSHP in October 2008:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/castlepurp.jpg

I can’t remember if these were in Boardwalk or Beach Club in December 2007:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/choc_Car.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/ging.jpg

Epcot in November 2006 (if you look closely to the left, you can see the Christmas tree):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/epcotnov06.jpg

View of Epcot from Italy in December 2007:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/ITALY.jpg

Spaceship Earth in December 2007:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/SSE.jpg

Disney Quest in December 2007:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/DQ.jpg

My favorite photo of John in China in February 2009:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/John_China.jpg

I will be home this year in time to dress Isis up for Halloween again. I’m sure she will be thrilled. Here she is as a lobster:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Isis_Lobster.jpg

Hopefully park hours come out tomorrow, so I can post more about plans for October. This weekend I have no plans except a hair appointment tomorrow & maybe watching a UFC fight with my brother. I hope you all have a great weekend.

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 09:01 AM

This weekend was totally uneventful. I didn’t do much of anything besides get my hair done Friday, clean the turtle tank Saturday, and do laundry & watch “2012” Sunday. It was kind of nice. So far, most of the seeds I planted are growing:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/plants2.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/plants.jpg

I plated avocado pits last year & they grew!
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/avocado.jpg

This is the neighbor’s dog- he visits at least once a day:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/brady.jpg

This is Isis while I am just TALKING about cutting her toenails:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/isis_toenails.jpg

:rotfl: Needless to say- I can’t cut her nails!!!
But the BIG news is- October hours came out!!!!!!!!!!!!! I already started a spreadsheet:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/sched.jpg

So far, here are my plans:
Monday, October 4, 2010: John will drop me off at the airport at 5am. I will get to Orlando by 10am, pick up my bags, and then get my rental from Alamo (I’m hoping to upgrade to a convertible if it isn’t too expensive at the time). I am planning to stop off at Winn Dixie to pick up water & snacks on the way to YC. I will check in & chill out until my facial at Mandara Spa in the Swan/Dolphin, have dinner at the Yachtsman Steakhouse, and head over to the Magic Kingdom for extra magic hours.

Tuesday, October 5, 2010: I am planning to book an 8am breakfast at Cape May Café & then to head over to Universal/Islands of Adventure. I am going to go to wait until I find out on which days & at which park Halloween Horror nights will be before I decide which order to visit these two parks. I know I will definitely be going on the Simpsons Ride, Rip Ride and Rock it, the Mummy (all at Universal), the Hulk, Jurassic Park, Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls, and exploring anything the Harry Potter area has to offer (at Islands of Adventure). I will get dinner from a counter service location or from room service.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010: I plan to have breakfast at Boma, then go to Animal Kingdom. I KNOW I will go on Expedition Everest, Kilimanjaro Safari, all of the animal trails, Dinosaur, and Conservation Station. I got a new guide book (The Complete Walt Disney World 2010) that has a map of all of the Discovery Island Trails:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_0163.jpg

I will definitely be exploring all of them. If I can (this will be a first for me) I am going to get an early dinner at Boma, too. I plan to get to Epcot for the evening extra magic hours that night.

Thursday October 7, 2010: I am going to walk over to the Garden Grove for breakfast. I read a review that said it is the worst restaurant on property, but I won’t know if I don’t try it! After breakfast, I am going to continue walking right to DHS. I am going to get on TSM, Rock N Rollercoaster, Tower of Terror, and go to American Idol. I am going to have dinner at California Grill, then go to MNSSHP. (I’m only assuming it will be on the nights that the park closes at 7pm)

Friday, October 8, 2010: I plan to sleep late, get breakfast at Kouzzina, & head over to Fort Wilderness to do some horseback riding. This will be a Disney first for me. I haven’t ridden since I was 14, either, so it should be interesting. I will go to Downtown Disney for the afternoon, then to Jiko for an early dinner. I am going to Animal Kingdom’s evening extra magic hours. They are only until 8pm, but I am looking forward to seeing the park at night.

Saturday, October 9, 2010: Dolphins in Depth will be first on my agenda. This means I have to be at Epcot by 8:30am or so. I plan to stay the day at Epcot. Magic Kingdom is open until 11pm, too, so I might finish out the day there.

Sunday, October 10, 2010: I plan on a late breakfast at 1900 Park Fare. The morning/afternoon are completely open, but MK has extra magic hours at night. I am going to cram in as much fun as I can before I leave early the next morning.

Monday, October 11, 2010: My flight leaves at 8:50am, so I have to leave the resort by 6:15am. My birthday is actually the 12th, so I miss it by a day. :rolleyes:

There will be a bunch of firsts for me on this trip.:yay: I will be able to book dining on next Tuesday. As of now, no one in my family has booked a trip during this time, but my stepmom wants to go at the beginning of October. My cousin was talking about bringing her daughter for Columbus Day weekend (she will be 10 & it would be her first trip), but she said she may buy a house instead. So it looks like I’m mostly on my own- which is not a bad thing!

I’ve also talked John into December 6-10 & it is in the works to book the Polynesian. John loves Christmas, so I think he would just love the decorations, the Christmas party, and the Candlelight Processional. :love:

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 09:02 AM

I can’t believe that my plants are actually growing! I can’t plant them outside until the end of May, so let’s hope I can keep them alive until then.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3522.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3521.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3523.jpg

The basil is a little pathetic:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3524.jpg

The peas are growing well:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3525.jpg

The radishes & scallions are going to take over the planet!!!!:rotfl:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3526.jpg

More waiting here- I can’t book dining or the spa until Tuesday. I figured today I would share my senile cat meowing. He is 21 and this isn’t even close to as loud as he gets. He does this ALL DAY.

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/th_MVI_3503.jpg (http://s680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/?action=view&current=MVI_3503.flv)

Besides growing veggies & my crazy cat, that’s all I’ve got going on until I have news about booking dining, Mandara Spa, Dolphins in Depth, & horseback riding. I will definitely include a mini-TR of New York after I go.

Oh! There is one more thing…my bank cancelled my debit card WITHOUT warning me first. I tried to use it at Walmart & felt like a TOTAL moron when the card was denied. I called the bank & they told me that they cancelled my card because of a “fraudulent charge”. :scared1: I guess they had thousands of complaints from people about some bogus company trying to charge $7.50 or something on a bunch of people’s cards. Someone hacked into some company’s database & stole card numbers. Now I have to wait until I get another debit card. Thank goodness I could write my mom a check to cash for me! There aren’t any bank branches near where I work & I leave the house before my bank opens & get home after it closes! :sad2:

aprilisis

04-02-2010, 09:48 AM

Now that I’m all squared away on a new PTR, I feel better. This weekend not much is going on. Today I am going to visit my stepmom & I’m sure we will be talking Disney. Saturday & Sunday I am hoping to work outside, since the weather is supposed to be good. I don’t have many photos to share today, but I have one of the purse I bought in NYC last year (I’m going back in 2 weeks to get a new one):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_3449.jpg

Some lounges of WDW:

Paradiso 37:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/IMG_1488.jpg

Dawa Bar:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/IMG_1352.jpg

Uzima Springs:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/IMG_1224.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/IMG_1230.jpg

Inside Raglan Road:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDW%20Sept%2009/RaglanRd.jpg

Tune In Lounge:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Disney-%20January%202010/IMG_3086.jpg

Territory Lounge:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Disney-%20January%202010/IMG_2808.jpg

Have a great weekend & a Happy Easter!

If U Had Wings

04-02-2010, 01:26 PM

aprilisis

04-05-2010, 11:43 AM

I'm glad I found your new thread. It is much easier to read now!

I love that purple bag. Very, very cute!

I got the pedometer. Thanks so much! Now that the rain has finally stopped I can get back outside again. :)

Thanks! That bag weighs about 15 pounds because I CRAM it full of everything you can think of. I need a smaller bag!!! I'm glad you got the pedometer. It isn't fancy, but it definitely helps! :thumbsup2
How is the dining booking going so far?

mickeystoontown

04-05-2010, 11:55 AM

Found your new pre-trip report. I hope that you had a wonderful Easter holiday.

MyMuse

04-05-2010, 12:25 PM

Ahhh! much easier to follow. Thank you.

I came across yours a few weeks back because I was thinking of taking a trip in October. I am hoping it will become a reality in a few days. Though, it will not be a Disney trip per se, but a (off-site) FL trip that will include Disney. :goodvibes :thumbsup2

I was thinking of early to mid to combine my BFF birthday and perhaps a D23 event. I am concerned that Alamo is out of cars! What is UP with that?!

I am hoping to do MNSSP & checking out Harry Potter as well.

Looking fwd to your PTR popcorn::

If U Had Wings

04-05-2010, 12:29 PM

How is the dining booking going so far?

I completely forgot about making my ADRs yesterday! :lmao: I've been so stressed over the fact that I managed to lose a piece of my tax documents it slipped my mind completely.

I did make them this morning once I got to work. I'll be posting about it soon. I think I'm going to make more changes though.

longing2Batdisney

04-08-2010, 08:08 AM

Hi! April
found you...I love the new purse! the color is great...
do you think Alamo is just not up to date yet so it shows as booked or do you think that something big is going on maybe (hopefully nothing to do with Disney).
Hope you have a great Easter!
:wave2: Connie

aprilisis

04-08-2010, 11:56 AM

Found your new pre-trip report. I hope that you had a wonderful Easter holiday.

Thanks. I had a great Easter! I hope yours was good, too. :) I'm glad you found my PTR. I just had to get rid of the poll.

Ahhh! much easier to follow. Thank you.

I came across yours a few weeks back because I was thinking of taking a trip in October. I am hoping it will become a reality in a few days. Though, it will not be a Disney trip per se, but a (off-site) FL trip that will include Disney. :goodvibes :thumbsup2

I was thinking of early to mid to combine my BFF birthday and perhaps a D23 event. I am concerned that Alamo is out of cars! What is UP with that?!

I am hoping to do MNSSP & checking out Harry Potter as well.

Looking fwd to your PTR popcorn::

Thanks!!! I'm glad you posted. Well, Alamo WAS out of cars (Probably just a glitch somewhere), but I ended up booking a deal for a rental from them through Southwest. It was about $100 less than the price on Orbitz. :scared1: Did you end up booking your trip to FL?

I completely forgot about making my ADRs yesterday! :lmao: I've been so stressed over the fact that I managed to lose a piece of my tax documents it slipped my mind completely.

I did make them this morning once I got to work. I'll be posting about it soon. I think I'm going to make more changes though.

Ugh...Did you ever find the document you lost?? I'm going to chack out all of the TR's I am behind on this afternoon.

Hi! April
found you...I love the new purse! the color is great...
do you think Alamo is just not up to date yet so it shows as booked or do you think that something big is going on maybe (hopefully nothing to do with Disney).
Hope you have a great Easter!
:wave2: Connie

Thanks! I did finally end up booking Alamo through Southwest at a significant discount. I hope your Easter was wonderful. Mine was great- I got to visit with family.

If U Had Wings

04-08-2010, 12:20 PM

Ugh...Did you ever find the document you lost?? I'm going to chack out all of the TR's I am behind on this afternoon.

Nope. I obviously put it somewhere incredibly safe. :rotfl: It's a w-2 from my part time job, and should be on it's way to me know. Luckily the home office is in Deadham, MA so it should get here in time for the 15th. Ugh!

aprilisis

04-08-2010, 12:40 PM

Nope. I obviously put it somewhere incredibly safe. :rotfl: It's a w-2 from my part time job, and should be on it's way to me know. Luckily the home office is in Deadham, MA so it should get here in time for the 15th. Ugh!

Well, Dang! I could have picked it up for you! I work about 10 minutes from there. :rotfl:

aprilisis

04-08-2010, 12:46 PM

Well, I have had a crazy week at work. My car has something seriously wrong with it, but I don’t know what it is. It wouldn’t be a big deal, but I drive 600 miles a week. I haven’t worked closer than an hour from home since 1999. Isn’t that crazy? Other than that, I have just been working & doing yard work.

(***Lisa…Have you been watching “Top Model”?? I can’t wait to find out where they go this season.)

As far as October- THE BOOKING OF DINING HAS BEGUN!!!! A tad over-dramatic, I know, but I feel like the trip is REAL now. So far I have put in a request for my facial on arrival day, booked dinner at Yachtsman Steakhouse(a first for me) on arrival day, booked Cape May Café for breakfast on day #2, and booked The Wave (another first for me) for dinner. It is a little tough to plan when I have no clue what the Universal/IOA hours & event dates are.
Since I only have one new photo (it is one of my turtles):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/turtle2.jpg

I wanted to post a few older photos. This is the pirate outside the Pirates of the Caribbean:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Picture244.jpg

Here are some sunset photos:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Picture391.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_2429.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/DHS_Sunset.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/DtD_sunset.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Picture390.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/ds.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/SW.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_2431sunset.jpg

I’ll probably have nothing very exciting to report again until Monday. I’m going to go get caught up on everyone’s PTR’s/ TR’s now. I hope you all have a great weekend!

If U Had Wings

04-08-2010, 12:51 PM

MyMuse

04-09-2010, 10:16 AM

Thanks!!! I'm glad you posted. Well, Alamo WAS out of cars (Probably just a glitch somewhere), but I ended up booking a deal for a rental from them through Southwest. It was about $100 less than the price on Orbitz. :scared1: Did you end up booking your trip to FL?

I did indeed book my condo & car with Alamo. I haven't done anything else. :lmao:

I've decided to arrive a few days early to hang with my BFF & goddaughter, so my ADR daily days do not begin for a few days. :thumbsup2

I really got to get a move on!

racefanof88

04-11-2010, 04:41 PM

I love your sunset pictures :thumbsup2. The one at DTD is amazing.

aprilisis

04-13-2010, 12:01 PM

Sigh, you have the best sunset pictures. So beautiful!

What day is your Cape May ADR, I made one as well - for the 6th.

I would have gone for the drive up to MA myself if they would have let me. My father was on a temporary transfer for a couple of years in Natick back when I first got out of college, so I'm a bit familiar with the area. He'd come back to CT to see my mom on the weekends, and I'd drive up with my friends to use his room.

Thanks! My Cape May is one day before. I have Boma on the 6th because I want to head to AK that morning. What do you have on the 4th for dinner? I have an early dinner at Yachtsman.

I did indeed book my condo & car with Alamo. I haven't done anything else. :lmao:

I've decided to arrive a few days early to hang with my BFF & goddaughter, so my ADR daily days do not begin for a few days. :thumbsup2

I really got to get a move on!

Did you hit that ADR window yet??

I love your sunset pictures :thumbsup2. The one at DTD is amazing.

Thanks! Do you see the hidden mickey in the clouds?? It looks like a profile of Mickey. ;)

aprilisis

04-13-2010, 12:03 PM

This past weekend was uneventful. Saturday I didn’t really do anything, which was nice, but I felt guilty about not cleaning. Sunday I went to my cousin’s son’s 2nd birthday party. I love that kid & we all had fun.
Here are some of the Birthday Boy:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hayden_bday1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hayden_Smiling.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hayden_reflective1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hayden_Tractor4.jpg

I got him this monkey from Discovery Kids that makes monkey noises until you put the “translator” in front of his mouth- then he tells jokes & fun facts.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/HaydenMonkey.jpg

Here are the other two “kids”:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/goobsandgoobie.jpg

My super exciting news: I got all but one of my dining reservations! So here it is:
Monday October 4, 2010: I got my facial reservation booked at Mandara Spa!! Dinner will be at Yachtsman Steakhouse- a first for me.

Tuesday October 5, 2010: Cape May Café before driving over to Universal. If there is no HHN that night, dinner will be at The Wave- a first for me.

Wednesday October 6, 2010: Breakfast at Boma (one of my favorites) and dinner at Coral Reef- another first for me.

Thursday October 7, 2010: Go figure- the restaurant that I read was the worst on property is the ONE reservation I couldn’t get!!! I ended up with breakfast at the Fresh Mediterranean Market- another first- and dinner at my favorite- California Grill.

Friday October 8, 2010: Late breakfast at Kouzzina- yet another first- followed by dinner at Jiko- another favorite.

I have no reservations for Saturday because I plan to eat my way around World Showcase.

Sunday October 10, 2010: Breakfast at 1900 Park Fare & dinner at Artist Point.

What do you think? I am trying 5 restaurants I have never been to on this trip. I am also going to a spa for the first time.

I hope everyone has a great week and weekend. I’m headed to New York for the weekend & I’m sure I will have 6 billion photos for you next week!

If U Had Wings

04-13-2010, 12:35 PM

Thanks! My Cape May is one day before. I have Boma on the 6th because I want to head to AK that morning. What do you have on the 4th for dinner? I have an early dinner at Yachtsman.

I'm having lunch at Le Cellier that day. We'll have to figure something out when we get closer. :)

Thursday October 7, 2010: Go figure- the restaurant that I read was the worst on property is the ONE reservation I couldn’t get!!! I ended up with breakfast at the Fresh Mediterranean Market- another first- and dinner at my favorite- California Grill.

I'm curious, what were you trying to get? I love Cali Grill though. Yum!

MyMuse

04-13-2010, 05:46 PM

Did you hit that ADR window yet??

I hit it today for the Disney portion of my trip. Since, I'm off-site, it'll be DAILY. Soooo looking fwd to that! :lmao:

My super exciting news: I got all but one of my dining reservations! So here it is:
Monday October 4, 2010: I got my facial reservation booked at Mandara Spa!! Dinner will be at Yachtsman Steakhouse- a first for me.

Tuesday October 5, 2010: Cape May Café before driving over to Universal. If there is no HHN that night, dinner will be at The Wave- a first for me.

Wednesday October 6, 2010: Breakfast at Boma (one of my favorites) and dinner at Coral Reef- another first for me.

Thursday October 7, 2010: Go figure- the restaurant that I read was the worst on property is the ONE reservation I couldn’t get!!! I ended up with breakfast at the Fresh Mediterranean Market- another first- and dinner at my favorite- California Grill.

Friday October 8, 2010: Late breakfast at Kouzzina- yet another first- followed by dinner at Jiko- another favorite.

I have no reservations for Saturday because I plan to eat my way around World Showcase.

Sunday October 10, 2010: Breakfast at 1900 Park Fare & dinner at Artist Point.

What do you think? I am trying 5 restaurants I have never been to on this trip. I am also going to a spa for the first time.

I hope everyone has a great week and weekend. I’m headed to New York for the weekend & I’m sure I will have 6 billion photos for you next week![/COLOR][/B]

Wow! I can never tear myself away from the parks to eat at a resort on parks days. I'm coming to Disney as you are leaving.

aprilisis

04-14-2010, 11:14 AM

I'm having lunch at Le Cellier that day. We'll have to figure something out when we get closer. :)

I'm curious, what were you trying to get? I love Cali Grill though. Yum!

I was trying to get Garden Grill because I wanted to try their vegetarian version of eggs benedict. I couldn't get any time that morning. I wonder if they are going to rehab the restaurant or something.

I hit it today for the Disney portion of my trip. Since, I'm off-site, it'll be DAILY. Soooo looking fwd to that! :lmao:

Wow! I can never tear myself away from the parks to eat at a resort on parks days. I'm coming to Disney as you are leaving.

I usually rent a car, so it makes it easy for me to get around from the resorts to the parks. I just have SO many favorite restaurants at the resorts that I can't skip some of them! :) That stinks that you arrive as I'm leaving! What are your trip dates??

mickeystoontown

04-14-2010, 11:24 AM

I've been doing a sorry job keeping up with my subscribed threads (and my own too). Yes, I am watching America's Next Top Model. I've missed one episode and that was a couple of weeks ago. I wonder what country they will travel to this year?

Very cool that you scheduled a facial. I've never had one.

I can't remember if you've eaten breakfast at Cape May Cafe before. I booked us an ADR there for our upcoming trip. We arent' big breakfast eaters but I thought it might be nice to have a good breakfast on one of our "down" days.

Your cousin is the cutest thing ever! I think I like the picture of him with all the stuff on his face the best.

I don't think you'll be disappointed with the Coral Reef. We have eaten there a couple of times and it's always been delish. John really wanted Mama to see what it's like so we made an ADR there again.

aprilisis

04-15-2010, 11:15 AM

aprilisis

04-15-2010, 11:19 AM

Sorry for the "diet talk"...So far I have made a few diet changes, hoping that will kick off the weight loss. For breakfast, I used to have: 1 large Dunkin Donuts coffee with extra cream & no sugar and a toasted onion bagel with veggie cream cheese. Now I have a large iced coffee with skim milk and egg white & cheese on an English muffin. Savings= approx. 270 calories.

For lunch I used to have whatever the heck I wanted. Sometimes a Calzone or leftover pasta…but now I have a Greek salad (with fresh black pepper instead of dressing & no olives) or one of the “Amy’s” brand soups or Campbell’s tomato soup. Lunch ends up being about 200 calories plus or minus 50. This saves me hundreds of calories. I plan to have an occasional Subway sub (about 300-400 calories) or Chipotle burrito bowl on occasion, though- they are both still not bad options. Dinner will be my challenge. Once I have my garden, all I will want to eat are fresh veggies, but until then, I will have to figure something out.

I have to get off of my butt to get back into an exercise routine, too. The main focus of the week, though, is that I have entirely changed my sleep pattern. I am going to bed by 10pm in order to get up at 5:45am. I feel MUCH better in the morning so far this week. I have also been trying to drink WAY more water- I haven’t been doing great with that, though. I have to try harder.

John & I went to dinner Monday night & when we paid for the bill, we gave a cash tip. I checked my account & the restaurant charged me an extra $15 over the receipt! I left a message for them to get in touch with me. This is a reputable place- probably one of the busiest in the city- so I was very surprised that something like that would happen there. I’m going to start paying cash for everything from now on.

I’m at work until 7:30pm today… ugh. Tomorrow morning, I’m off on the Acela Express to NYC! We are going to a comedy club tomorrow night & Saturday we are going to see the Tim Burton Exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art and to the Top of Rockefeller Center. Hopefully, we will get a bunch of shopping done! I will be back Tuesday with tons of photos & a few stories to tell.:wave:

mickeystoontown

04-15-2010, 11:32 AM

Don't apologize for the diet talk, even the food you talked about sounded good to me. I need to get into a regular exercise routine. So far that routine is walking back and forth to the utility room to load and unload the washer and dryer, walking from the sink to the stove to the refrigerator while preparing dinner, etc. etc. etc.

I hope that you have a good time on your little excursions. I know you'll take lots of pictures to share with your Dis friends.

Oh, by the way, what'd you think of Top Model last night?

aprilisis

04-20-2010, 02:01 PM

aprilisis

04-20-2010, 02:06 PM

I hope everyone had a great weekend. Here in MA we get Patriot’s Day (the 3rd Monday in April) off to commemorate the battles of Concord and Lexington, so I had yesterday off from work. I thought I would share my NYC trip with you guys today (and maybe tomorrow). First I should give you some background. I met my friend from PA and her friend in NYC. I have another friend who lives in Manhattan who met up with us for some things, too.

Friday morning John dropped me off at the Providence train station at 6am. I grabbed a bagel & John sat with me while I ate. He took off to work and I headed to wait for the Acela on the platform.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/WaitinginProv.jpg

The train arrived on time (6:45), and it was packed. I slept part of the way to NYC, which was nice. I got to NYC at 9:45am. I made my way out of Penn Station & into a cab headed for the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. Check-in was a breeze and my room was ready!
Outside of the hotel:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hotelfront.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hotelsign.jpg

The room:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMBeds.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMChairs.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMCoffeemaker.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMShower.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMSinks.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMTV.jpg

The view:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMview.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMView1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMViewMP.jpg

And we couldn’t figure out what this was…but it looked like a mini-golf green!
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/RMViewGreen.jpg

I waited for my friend & her friend to arrive & I got really hungry. Room service didn’t deliver until 11:30am, so I was out of luck. When they arrived, we got on the subway & got to Canal Street.

On the way to the subway:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Discovery.jpg

I want to see this show someday:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/LK.jpg

Lots of Times Square:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS2.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS3.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS4.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS5.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TS_seating.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TScrowds.jpg

On Canal Street:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking-canal.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking-canal1.jpg

Continued in next post…

longing2Batdisney

04-20-2010, 02:14 PM

aprilisis

04-20-2010, 02:18 PM

Hello April,
sounds like you have a good diet plan going...just be sure to eat enough calories or it will do the same as too many...I have a really hard time with the water too! and the exercise :rotfl: I hope you were able to get the charge straightened out...I don't think that is too cool charging you a tip what if you did not feel that was adaquate to the service...
can't wait to hear about your NYC weekend! I would love to travel there one day!
:wave2:

Thanks! The thing that makes me mad about that tip is that I DID leave a $20 cash tip, but they still charged $15 more over that! That reminds me that they haven't called me back yet. :sad2:
NYC was fun...but ugh- TOO expensive!!!!:scared1: 4 days until your trip!!!

aprilisis

04-20-2010, 02:20 PM

I bought a few handbags & we started north up West Broadway towards Washington Square Park.

Along the way:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/walking2.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking3.jpg

I spotted a tiny Italian place on the way & INSISTED on eating. I was STARVING. They had a $9.95 pasta & salad lunch special, so we all got that. It was good. Sorry- no photos of food this trip. I know you are disappointed in me. :guilty: I had baked ziti with ricotta & tomato sauce- nothing fancy.

The restaurant:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/LunchDay1.jpg

After we ate, we continued to walk towards the park. Along the way:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/SMpark.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Funnytree.jpg

You have to love this doggy-shaped bike rack:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/DoggyBikerack.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking4.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking5.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/walking6.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking7.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking8.jpg

I was surprised to find the park under so much construction that it was unrecognizable! I didn’t take any photos of the construction and we continued on towards St. Mark’s Place, which has some interesting shopping. Along the way:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking9.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking10.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking11.jpg

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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking13.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking14.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/SQSculpt.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/CooperUnion.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/CooperUnionsigns.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Strangebuilding.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Strangebuilding1.jpg

Continued in next post….

aprilisis

04-20-2010, 02:35 PM

St. Mark’s Place (E. 8th St.):

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking15.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking16.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/walking17.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Walking18.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Mosaiclightpole.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Stmarks.jpg

We walked up & down the block of St. Mark’s Place, found nothing to buy, then took the subway back up to 42nd street.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/cottonelle.jpg

I want to see this movie:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Datenight.jpg

Oh! And I saw this (it says “Fall 2010” & I’m wondering if they’re putting in a new store):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Disney.jpg

We stopped in Sephora (makeup, hair, fragrance, and skin care products) and headed back to the hotel. My friend’s friend decided to not go to the Comedy Club with us, so she got McDonald’s & sat in the room. My friend & I met my other friend (who lives in NYC) at the Comedy Cellar on MacDougal Street. We were seated right away & all ordered dinner. Some of the comedians at the show were people I had seen on HBO Shows and Letterman, but the one I knew best was someone who used to be on MTV & Saturday Night Live- Colin Quinn. He was really funny. Some of the others were Jim Norton, Nick Griffin, and James Smith.

It was a lot of fun. Here are pics of the hotel elevators:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Elevators.jpg

Bar:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Hotelbar.jpg

And Gym:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Fitness_Center.jpg

The next day we got up and went to see the Tim Burton exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art. It was the closing weekend and it was VERY crowded and VERY hot. There was no “flow” to the crowd, either- it was complete chaos.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/MoMA.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/TB.jpg

We decided to walk back to Times Square & go to the M & M and Hershey’s stores. First the M & M’s store:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/MMstore.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/mmstore1.jpg

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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/MMSTore3.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/MMSTore4.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/mmsuit.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Moremm.jpg

And Hershey’s:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/HersheyStore.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/HersheyStore1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/HersheyStore2.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/HersheyStore3.jpg

Continued in next post…..

MyMuse

04-20-2010, 02:39 PM

mickeystoontown

04-20-2010, 08:24 PM

If those girls on America's Next Top Model don't stop fighting......wait, I take that back, I don't blame some of 'em for fighting with the other ones 'cause they are rather mean. I don't really have a favorite. I'd like to say I was rooting for the Southern girls but I'm not sure who stands out to me. Usually, by now, I have my favorite(s) picked out. :confused3

If I ever ever get the chance to get to New York City, I am calling you up. Hunter has always wanted to visit NYC. I know we would look like a bunch of hicks wandering around with no idea what to see or do.

Your pictures are absolutely fabulous!

racefanof88

04-20-2010, 08:51 PM

I am all caught up again :thumbsup2. I love your pictures of New York. My dad was from Brooklyn and I hope that one day I can go and see it.

lovealldisney

04-21-2010, 05:54 AM

WOW! Great pictures from NY! I sooooo.... want to go....
Thanks for sharing. :goodvibes

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 07:01 AM

I'm all catch up!

I live outside NYC (in NJ), so it's always interesting to see others point of view of the place.

My ADRs are done (well, done-ish). I still want to book Pirates & Pals, but it is not available yet. My Disney Day are Oct 10-17, though I'm flying in a few days before to spent time with my goddaughter. :lovestruc

Isn't M&M World the cutest? And yes, there will be a new Disney store acomin'!

Have you ever done the Top of the Rock?? I LOVED that. It was awesome! I would love to do the NBC studio tour next time, too.
Darn! You get there on my last day. MK has EMH that night, though. Maybe we can figure out a place to meet up for a drink or a ride or something.
M & M World was SO cool!!! I had to literally keep telling myself "you really don't need that" because I wanted to buy everything! :rotfl: I ended up leaving with 3 gifts for people & a pen and post-its for myself. Not too bad!

If those girls on America's Next Top Model don't stop fighting......wait, I take that back, I don't blame some of 'em for fighting with the other ones 'cause they are rather mean. I don't really have a favorite. I'd like to say I was rooting for the Southern girls but I'm not sure who stands out to me. Usually, by now, I have my favorite(s) picked out. :confused3

If I ever ever get the chance to get to New York City, I am calling you up. Hunter has always wanted to visit NYC. I know we would look like a bunch of hicks wandering around with no idea what to see or do.

Your pictures are absolutely fabulous!

That's so funny that you say that, Lisa- I really don't have a favorite either & I usually have my favorite picked out by the end of episode one. The so-called "plus size" girl is the only one I kind of lean towards this time, though.
NYC was really awesome. There are a TON of fun "touristy" things to do, but I have also gotten to a few cool places because my friend lives there & knows some fun things that the "locals" do. Trust me- I was walking around looking up in the air & at all the sights, so I KNOW I looked like a tourist! The New Yorkers are used to it. :lmao: I went to a silly restaurant called "Jekyll & Hyde" (http://www.jekyllandhydeclub.com/home.htm) that I bet Hunter would like- it was a little expensive, but SO fun! I have photos for later in the report. :thumbsup2

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 07:22 AM

I am all caught up again :thumbsup2. I love your pictures of New York. My dad was from Brooklyn and I hope that one day I can go and see it.

Thanks, Dana! I went to Brookly last year & it is absolutely gorgeous. You would love it! There is a nice park right in Brooklyn under the Brooklyn bridge that has beautiful landscaping.

WOW! Great pictures from NY! I sooooo.... want to go....
Thanks for sharing. :goodvibes

Thanks!!! I'm happy that you posted! :goodvibes I have a ton of photos left to post. I have to say it again- the Top of the Rock (Rockefeller Center) was just awesome.

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 08:03 AM

Some more shots of Times Square (Places I want to go):
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Olive Garden…I never noticed it before:
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UFC billboard on our hotel!!!For those of you that didn’t know, I am a HUGE UFC fan!
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By the way, we saw a few people dressed up along the way, too:
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We went back to the hotel to drop off shopping bags. We sat for a few to rest- though I really wanted to keep going. So we had a little while before our “Top of the Rock” time & decided to go check out Rockefeller Center.
Along the way:
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This is where we would be later- right at the tippity top!
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There were some topiaries:
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We still had time, so we walked over by Saks:
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We saw St. Patrick’s Cathedral & went inside. It is a spectacular building & I got the chills just walking inside.
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We went to H & M (the clothing store) and there were 3 floors!!! Thank goodness we were on a schedule, so I didn’t buy anything!!!!!
Continued in next post…..

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 09:12 AM

You guys know how excited I was to get to the top of a tall building at sunset & take photos. We walked right into the Top of the Rock entrance on 50th Street and we were taken right up to the top in no time. The elevator to the top has a clear ceiling and there are little blue lights that line all four corners of the elevator shaft, so you can see them all the way to the top.
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They let us off at the 67th floor, but told us that there are 2 more levels that we can take an escalator and walk up to. The first level had plexiglass around the edge, I’m not sure if the second did, but the top level did not. I spent most of my time at the top. It was chilly & windy, but the view was SO incredible, that it didn’t bother me ONE bit. I loved every second of it. Here are some of the photos I took:
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I love how you can see the bridges lit up in these next 2 photos:
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I can't express to you how much that was worth the $20. It was just awesome- I want to go back every time I am in the city. After that, we walked over to Jekyll & Hyde (http://www.jekyllandhydeclub.com/home.htm). It is a silly place with “scary” animatronics, but very entertaining. Along the way:
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Continued in next post…..

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 09:37 AM

We made our way over to Jekyll & Hyde on 6th Ave between 58th & 59th streets. I love the façade of the building:
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The front door:
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This guy was by the curb:
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We were seated on the second floor & this band was playing next to us:
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This was above us:
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And this was behind us:
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The reason it is blurry is because as I was taking the picture he started asking me if I was from the New York Post & it startled me!! Thank goodness someone else walked by & got most of the conversation with him because I don’t like having the “spotlight” on me.
We ate our meals- mine was very good (a veggie burger & awesome seasoned waffle fries). I got a drink in a souvenir glass:
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While we were eating, certain things in the restaurant would talk:
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After dinner, I noticed it was someone’s birthday. I thought to myself “some poor, unsuspecting person is about to be mortified”…little did I know- that was me! It WAS NOT my birthday- my birthday is October 12th (the day after I get back from Disney). My friend, Renata, just thought she would be funny. I am SOOOOOO getting her back for that one!!!!! After dinner, we explored the 4 levels of the restaurant:
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Continued in next post….

longing2Batdisney

04-21-2010, 09:57 AM

mickeystoontown

04-21-2010, 10:04 AM

Holy moley! I would have never ever been able to go to the top of that building and take pictures. I am scared to death of heights. I might have been able to take the elevator but I highly doubt that too.

The Jekyll & Hyde restaurant was cool. Had you ever eaten there before? I know you had to enjoy it since you are a horror movie junkie.

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 10:52 AM

looks like a great time for your weekend! I love the pictures of the city from the top of the Rock...great shots!...don't think I would like eating at Jekyl and Hydes (maybe around Halloween :lmao: )
have a great day! April :wave:

Thanks! Jekyll & Hyde is silly, but definitely a "once every few years" place to go. Your trip is almost here!!!!!!! :cool1: Just think of me here in the 50 degree weather in MA while you are enjoying the gorgeous mid-80's temperatures in FL!!

Holy moley! I would have never ever been able to go to the top of that building and take pictures. I am scared to death of heights. I might have been able to take the elevator but I highly doubt that too.

The Jekyll & Hyde restaurant was cool. Had you ever eaten there before? I know you had to enjoy it since you are a horror movie junkie.

Lisa- my friend is the same way!!! She couldn't look up in the elevator OR go near the edge at the top. There were a few times that I felt like I was losing my balance, too, near the edge. It is definitely high up there. :scared1: It was SO worth it, though.

I went to Jekyll & Hyde once before in 2002. It was a whole different experience, though, because we were on a different floor. I actually wanted to go somewhere different this time, but everyone else thought it was "too far". It was ON Manhattan, too! As far as I'm concerned, everything on Manhattan is "close". Of course, I can walk & walk & walk forever on flat ground. It is all of that "Disney" walking that has trained me. :rotfl:

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 10:58 AM

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I think I just like that place because it reminds me a little of the Adventurer’s Club with all of the silly characters & skits.
We called it a night after that. We walked to 7th Ave where Renata could get the subway home. Along the way we saw the thinnest building I have ever seen (sorry the photo is so dark):
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Then Carnegie Hall:
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I wanted to walk back to the hotel (about 13 blocks), but was outvoted. We took a cab. Here is my last photo from the cab:
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Then my last photo of the night:
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Sadly, the trip was over. I woke up at 8 the next morning- my friend & her friend slept until 10am. I fidgeted about as quietly as I could until then. I waited for them to get ready and then we parted ways at the hotel entrance. I took a cab to Penn station. The dang cab driver dropped me off a block away. Then I got to the station & waited for the train. At the time they were supposed to announce which track we should board on, they announced the train would be 15 minutes late. A little while later, they announced that the train was delayed outside the station. After waiting quite a while, they announced the track we were supposed to board on & a huge crowd of people lined up to funnel down the escalator to the track. Then they announced that we could get there through a different escalator, so I ran over there. I booked it down to the second to last car and found a seat. The train left at 1:40- 40 minutes after our departure time. The ride was ok- I had bought the UK version of Cosmo to read & I read the entire thing. I also read this month’s US Cosmo issue. I arrived in Providence & was very happy to see John. We walked over to the Cheesecake Factory in Providence because I was STARVING & had never been there before. That place was SO crowded, but we got seated quickly. There weren’t a ton of options on the menu for me, but I decided that I wanted 3 of the small or “snack” plates instead of an entrée. John ordered the avocado egg rolls for an appetizer- they were to die for. They were crispy on the outside and all avocado on the inside. John had one of the steaks for an entrée & he said it was ok. For my 3 small plates, I had a beet salad, fried zucchini, and edamame. The beet salad had red & gold beets, spinach, goat cheese, candied pecans, and a vinaigrette. It was very good. The fried zucchini was great- the breading was light & flaky and it was not greasy at all. It almost seemed baked. We both loved that. The edamame was great. I don’t know if you have ever had it, but it is soy beans in the pod, usually steamed & salted. You just eat the beans from the pod. I love the stuff & have it instead of popcorn while watching movies. I usually add fresh lemon juice or Tabasco, though. This was John’s first time trying it & he loved it, too. I was a bit surprised that he liked it so much. We brought home 2 different kinds of cheesecake. He ordered banana cream pie & I got the dulce de leche. John has been so tired that he still hasn’t tried it! I took one bite of each on Monday night & I can tell you- they are both AWESOME. I got home at about 8:30pm, took a shower, watched “The Pacific” & went to sleep. That was it!

Isis enjoying her M & M fuzzy squeaker bone:
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MiaBella05

04-21-2010, 11:33 AM

popcorn:: joining in popcorn::

aprilisis

04-21-2010, 11:41 AM

popcorn:: joining in popcorn::

:yay: Thanks for joining in!!! :woohoo:

If U Had Wings

04-21-2010, 01:51 PM

I love all the pics from your New York trip. I could even see my office building in a couple of them. :eek: (I work in the building just north of the GE building). Our offices from the top floors have that great view of the park since the rest of the buildings north of us aren't quite as tall as our building.

It looks like it was a wonderful break away!

I was trying to get Garden Grill because I wanted to try their vegetarian version of eggs benedict. I couldn't get any time that morning. I wonder if they are going to rehab the restaurant or something.

Are they still serving breakfast? For some reason I thought they were only serving dinner now. I could be wrong though.

aprilisis

04-22-2010, 02:53 PM

I love all the pics from your New York trip. I could even see my office building in a couple of them. :eek: (I work in the building just north of the GE building). Our offices from the top floors have that great view of the park since the rest of the buildings north of us aren't quite as tall as our building.

It looks like it was a wonderful break away!

Are they still serving breakfast? For some reason I thought they were only serving dinner now. I could be wrong though.

Which one is the GE building? That's SO funny that your office building is in my photos!!! :rotfl:

I didn't realize that they stopped serving breakfast. Dang!

aprilisis

04-22-2010, 03:01 PM

:flower2::flower2::butterflyHappy Earth Day!!:butterfly:flower2::flower2:

So I completely freaked when I weighed myself last week. Holy Moly- it was bad. That was all the motivation I needed. Since Friday, I lost 5 pounds. We’ll see if I can keep it up. So far, Monday & Wednesday I did my Ab Circle, weights, and the Treadmill for 30 minutes, Tuesday I did the treadmill for 30 minutes, and I have been watching what I eat. It is a definite adjustment, but I have to say that I feel a little better every day. I have also been drinking a lot more water and I have been going to bed earlier. I can’t tell you if it is going to work in the long run, but at least I feel like I am finally doing something about it.
Back to Disney details…my friend that lives in NYC may go to WDW for a few days while I am there. Also- I have my spa appointment AND Dolphins in Depth confirmed!!! I’m looking forward to Dolphins. I have to say that I like the fact that they let the dolphins decide whether or not they will interact with you. If they choose not to interact, then pffft. But I still can’t wait to see the Seas backstage and to be so close to the animals.
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So far, this is how my “Day 1” looks:

I get up SUPER early- 3am to leave my house by 3:45am & be at the airport for 5am. I still haven’t decided if John is going to drive me there or if I will just drive myself. My flight leaves around 7am, so I will get to Orlando International by 10am. I will run to grab my luggage & rental car, then set off for Winn Dixie to pick up snacks & water for the week (if I have time). I have to check in & get right over to Mandara Spa for my facial. At that point, my vacation will have begun. I will get back to the room with about 2 hours before my dinner at Yachstman Steakhouse. After dinner, I may choose to relax a little…or I may decide to stroll through Epcot, hop on the monorail and get right to Magic Kingdom for Extra Magic Hours. Some MK “nighttime” photos:
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Have a great weekend, everyone!!

If U Had Wings

04-22-2010, 03:51 PM

Which one is the GE building? That's SO funny that your office building is in my photos!!! :rotfl:

I didn't realize that they stopped serving breakfast. Dang!

The GE building is the one you go to the top of. My building is the next largest building north of that. (The second building away from the GE Building). It's right on the other side of Radio City. I'm only on the 8th floor, but I love when I have to go to the 43 floor so I can enjoy the view. :lovestruc

Good for you for getting a good program going again.

Dolphins in Depth looks like it will be so much fun! I want to try so many of the different tours. I can't wait to hear about the tour.

aprilisis

04-23-2010, 09:18 AM

The GE building is the one you go to the top of. My building is the next largest building north of that. (The second building away from the GE Building). It's right on the other side of Radio City. I'm only on the 8th floor, but I love when I have to go to the 43 floor so I can enjoy the view. :lovestruc

Good for you for getting a good program going again.

Dolphins in Depth looks like it will be so much fun! I want to try so many of the different tours. I can't wait to hear about the tour.

I'm looking forward to Dolphins in Depth! I will definitely have a thorough report on that!

I have to say THANK GOODNESS for Subway & Chipotle while I am dieting. That means I don't have to prepare meals every day!

aprilisis

04-23-2010, 09:24 AM

Day 2 plans are REALLY up in the air until I find out Universal & IOA’s October hours and Halloween Horror Nights dates. So far, I am planning to eat at Cape May Café for breakfast, spend the day at Universal & IOA, and have dinner at the Wave (a first). I can’t say much more until I know more.

On day 3, I have a VERY early ADR at Boma, then I head to AK. I’m planning to get on the safari, FINALLY find Lisa’s “hidden” Tree of Life trails, hit the Dawa, get in the single rider line for EE, go to Dinosaur and Primeval Whirl, check out Finding Nemo, go on Kali River Rapids if it is hot enough, and I want to get to the walking trails.
I’m planning to go back to the room for a rest/nap (we’ll see if I CAN rest), then head to Epcot for dinner at Coral Reef (a first) and EMH that night. I’m a total Epcot bum. I could just wander WS and browse the shops ALL DAY. I’m really looking forward to the EMH there. I also plan to get on Soarin’ and Spaceship Earth as much as possible.

On day 4, I am walking to the Fresh Mediterranean Market(a first) in the Dolphin for breakfast. After that, I plan to continue walking to DHS. Of course, the first thing on my agenda is getting a FP for TSM. I want to get to the Animation Academy this time, too. If no one is with me, that means I can wait to get in as long as I have to. I’m definitely getting on Tower of Terror (my favorite) and Rock n Rollercoaster.
I have a dinner at California Grill and I *think* this will be my Halloween Party night. I’m still not sure what my costume will be.

Day 5 will start out with breakfast at Kouzzina (a first). I am thinking of horseback riding, but I’m still unsure. The morning is totally up in the air. I’m planning on spending the evening EMH at AK & having a late dinner at Jiko.

Day 6 is my Dolphins in Depth day! This starts at 9:45am & I think it is 3 hours. I just plan to spend the day in Epcot & I have no ADR’s. I am going to see what’s going on for the Food & Wine. It is possible that I may go over to Universal for Halloween Horror Nights for that night, too.

Day 7 is my last day. I have breakfast at 100 Park Fare & Dinner at Artist Point. MK has evening EMH- which I am SURE I will attend. Other than that, I will wait & see where I feel like going on that day.

So that’s my itinerary thus far. I know I need a bunch of things for this trip- one of the things I need is a comfortable bag to carry around. I need something that will hold a change of clothes- so nothing HUGE, but not too tiny, either. Any suggestions? By the way, I found a bunch of $5.99 shirts at the Disney store website! Here are a few things I’m looking forward to:
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aprilisis

04-26-2010, 11:17 AM

I was sick with a cold all weekend, so I didn’t accomplish much. I did, however, discover that a mother & 2 baby foxes are living in my back yard. These photos aren’t great, but:
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Last time this happened (at least 9 years ago), I had a better camera. It was a Canon Rebel 35mm “film” camera & I had a zoom lens. This is why I want the Digital Rebel T1i:
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I REALLY want that new camera, but I doubt I will be able to shell out that kind of cash! I have nothing exciting to report. The weekend was low key:
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I just found out that my stepmom is going to WDW in July. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t jealous. Sorry for the “blah” post…I’m just sick & feeling sorry for myself that I hit a plateau after 5 pounds. I mean- I haven’t been eating anything “bad” AND I have been working out! I will have to try harder.

If U Had Wings

04-26-2010, 11:24 AM

mickeystoontown

04-26-2010, 11:26 AM

I'm sorry that you were sick all weekend. It totally sucks to have time away from the job and then not feel well.

Your pictures of the fox and her babies are good even if you think they are not. Are turkeys prey for foxes? If so, Mr. Turkey better watch out!

aprilisis

04-26-2010, 11:31 AM

Hang in there! I know what you mean about feeling blah. I've been battling that alot myself lately. On Sunday I couldn't drag myself out of bed to go to my Zumba classes that I love. I just can't seem to shake this feeling. It just has to get better!

Thanks! :hug: At least I know I'm not alone!

I'm sorry that you were sick all weekend. It totally sucks to have time away from the job and then not feel well.

Your pictures of the fox and her babies are good even if you think they are not. Are turkeys prey for foxes? If so, Mr. Turkey better watch out!

:rotfl: You know- I haven't seen that turkey for weeks!!! I wonder if he "moved on" or if Mrs. Fox & the kids had a turkey dinner.

aprilisis

04-29-2010, 06:02 PM

Today is the 12 hour marathon day at work. So far, I’ve had a morning meeting, got the wrong breakfast, and took out our Administrative Professionals for Administrative Professionals Day. I know it was last week, but this is seriously the closest to the actual day we have ever gotten. The meeting in the morning had us agree on another meeting date. I was SUPPOSED to get an onion bagel with veggie cream cheese, but I ended up with a cinnamon raisin bagel with veggie cream cheese- NOT a good combo. That’s what I get for straying from my diet! So I didn’t eat breakfast. I did have a very good veggie burger for lunch, though. We went to Bar Louie in Patriot Place, which is right at the stadium. It is a huge shopping complex. I took a few photos:
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I’ve never even been to a game there. Friday night I am going to see Beauty and the Beast at the theater. I can’t wait! The rest of the weekend should be uneventful, which is a good thing. It will be nice out Saturday, too, so I am hoping to get some yard work done & get Isis outside for a good part of the day. I’m going to try to find & scan more Disney photos for you, too.

mickeystoontown

04-30-2010, 09:15 AM

aprilisis

04-30-2010, 09:19 AM

I get all nervous and shaky just looking at the pictures of the stadium. There's no way I could sit up at the top or even halfway up. I'd be freaking the heck out.

Hope you have a great evening with Beauty and the Beast.

Thanks! I don't think I could ever sit in those high-up seats- especially near the edge!! :scared1:

mickeystoontown

04-30-2010, 09:33 AM

I forgot to tell you that I showed your pictures to John and Hunter. Now, I've gone and done it.....Hunter is more and more insistent that we visit your part of the country.

If U Had Wings

04-30-2010, 11:59 PM

That bagel you got stuck with sounds kind of gross. I can't imagine a raisin bagel with veggie cream cheese. :sick:

Your going to love Beauty and the Beast. I saw it a few years back on Broadway and it was wonderful. It even made my dad cry.

racefanof88

05-01-2010, 12:35 AM

Stopping in to say HI :wave:. Sorry I have been MIA; we have been so busy at work lately. I hope you have a great weekend!!!

trickiwoo

05-03-2010, 09:39 AM

I'm on board!!!!

Loving your PTR so far!!! Especially the photos!!! Can't wait for more!

mickeystoontown

05-03-2010, 09:57 AM

Morning April,

Hope you had a good weekend!

aprilisis

05-03-2010, 12:13 PM

I forgot to tell you that I showed your pictures to John and Hunter. Now, I've gone and done it.....Hunter is more and more insistent that we visit your part of the country.

Woohoo! That is awesome. I will meet up with you guys for something if you make it up here. Did you know about the lodge with the indoor water park in NY state? http://www.sixflagsgreatescapelodge.com/ We have a Six Flags in Massachusetts, too. There are a lot of historic places in Boston to see & Cape Cod is nice in the summer. Western Mass is great in the Fall. Listen to me- I sound like a lonely tour guide! :rotfl:

That bagel you got stuck with sounds kind of gross. I can't imagine a raisin bagel with veggie cream cheese. :sick:
Your going to love Beauty and the Beast. I saw it a few years back on Broadway and it was wonderful. It even made my dad cry.

You were right about Beauty & the Beast- it was awesome!!!!:thumbsup2

Stopping in to say HI :wave:. Sorry I have been MIA; we have been so busy at work lately. I hope you have a great weekend!!!

That’s ok- I completely understand. You must be busy getting ready for your trip, too!
I really want to do something to help the animals in the Gulf. The dead sea turtles story nearly killed me. I LOVE turtles. :sad1:

I'm on board!!!!
Loving your PTR so far!!! Especially the photos!!! Can't wait for more!

:yay: Hey- I was wondering where you disappeared to!!! How is everything?

aprilisis

05-03-2010, 12:14 PM

Morning April,

Hope you had a good weekend!

Hi Lisa! I hope you had a good weekend, too! I'm sick over the poor animals in the Gulf. I want to be closer so I can do something. I want to donate if I can.

aprilisis

05-03-2010, 12:23 PM

Friday I bought my Halloween Party ticket!!!! Plus my stepmom told me she may travel with me. That is great news! We went to see Beauty & the Beast that night. Let me just say- if Beauty and the Beast comes to a theater near you, go and see it. It was at the Hanover Theater Friday night & I thought it was just fantastic. The actors had great voices & the sets were amazing. This is the outside of the theater (taken from the parking garage):
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This is the area just before you walk into the theater:
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This is the set- it is all I could take before the show started:
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Sorry- my cell phone takes bad photos. We had so much fun Friday night. My stepmom had gotten me a teeny bag (for Christmas) that I use when I go out. It is made from some kind of wrappers.
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I love it! I am wondering where she found it. I’d like to see if they have regular-sized purses.
Saturday I worked in the yard & then went crazy cleaning the freezer and the fridge. It took about 2 hours! After that I saw my new friends:
Mom
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Baby
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Then I washed the sheets, ran on the treadmill, and hopped in the shower. John showed up with these:
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He is so good with the flowers. I love that about him. In my 15 or so years of dating, he is the first guy to give me a whole bouquet of flowers. John & I went to a new (new to us, anyways) restaurant called Morocco (http://www.moroccoworcester.com/). It TOTALLY reminded me of Disney. The food was SO good & there was a belly dancer (though she was too thin, but still very good). I didn’t take photos because I can’t fit my camera in that teeny purse! We ordered 2 appetizers: the Shenklish (Spicy aged cheese topped with tomatoes, onion, oregano, parsley and olive oil) and Falafel with Tahini. They were both very, very good. For dinner, I got the stuffed grape leaves dinner with rice & grilled vegetables. I practically inhaled the rice because it was so good. John got the beef shawarma (Sirloin tips marinated in a unique 7 spices blend topped with tomato, parsley and tahini sauce) and he loved it. We will definitely be going back. I’ll bring the big purse next time so I can take some photos.
Sunday was uneventful. I went grocery shopping & made a huge salad and a huge fruit salad. I was chopping, peeling, and slicing all day. I had SO much that I gave a ton of fruit salad to my parents and to John’s parents.
This morning I had fruit & cranberry orange muffin oatmeal. Lunch will be salad with no dressing (but 4 types of peppers, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, sugar snap peas, scallions, endive, feta) and a veggie burger on a multi-grain flatbread.
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For dinner I am making roasted asparagus with lemon, brown rice pilaf, and I will cook steak or some kind of meat for John. I haven’t weighed myself since last week. I’m afraid to.
Sorry there isn’t much more exciting going on. I’m going to get caught up on everyone’s TRs.

If U Had Wings

05-04-2010, 09:20 AM

I'm so glad you enjoyed the show. I think it's been my favorite of the Disney ones I've seen. (I still need to see Mary Poppins and I missed Tarzan).

Those veggies look so good! Yum.

racefanof88

05-04-2010, 09:01 PM

Hey April :wave:. I swear it looks like that fox is posing for you :laughing:. That salad looks sooooooooo good. I have been craving a good salad, but today all I got was plain ole lettuce and tomato :sad2:. I love your little purse it is so cute:thumbsup2

aprilisis

05-05-2010, 02:14 PM

I'm so glad you enjoyed the show. I think it's been my favorite of the Disney ones I've seen. (I still need to see Mary Poppins and I missed Tarzan).

Those veggies look so good! Yum.

I want to see Mary Poppins, too!

Hey April :wave:. I swear it looks like that fox is posing for you :laughing:. That salad looks sooooooooo good. I have been craving a good salad, but today all I got was plain ole lettuce and tomato :sad2:. I love your little purse it is so cute:thumbsup2

Thanks!! That salad was pretty good. I ate it 3 days in a row!
17 days until you are in Disney!!!!! :woohoo:

aprilisis

05-05-2010, 02:19 PM

Today is my 7 year anniversary at work. Yesterday we had a conference in Boston at the new Convention Center.
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This is a bunny that is always with this guy who makes balloon animal & things. I don’t know why he is at the conventions, but it is a fun break to the day. The bunny just sits on the stool. I’m surprised he never gets scared or jumps off of the stool.
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This guy was representing W.B. Mason & people are supposed to guess how many Post-its he is wearing.
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They were giving these away to promote a massage business- which I have NO idea how that is an appropriate business to promote at a convention for office supplies & services. (Someone DID mention that it looks like a Mickey hand) It is definitely the weirdest thing someone has given to me, though:
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I saw a documentary about the construction of this building (http://www.greeningofsouthie.com/):
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I took a few photos of the city-
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We were pretty close to the airport:
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There was a mural on this building that I thought looks like Wyland artwork:
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I love Wyland. Has anyone ever visited the galleries in the Polynesian or at the Boardwalk?? I have only ever bought a pair of earrings from the store, but I want one of the paintings SOOO badly!
This tank is always a point of reference for traffic reports:
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On the way home yesterday, I thought I would run into some bad storms, but, as it turned out, my area was the ONE spot that the storms missed. The radar from my phone:
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Cloudy skies:
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I noticed that while I am there, the “Eat to the Beat” concert series has Kool & the Gang, Sugar Ray, and Taylor Hicks. No one I would wait in a crazy line for, but I will stop & listen. I like Taylor Hicks the most out of all of them. That is my only “Disney” news- isn’t that sad???
Happy Cinco de Mayo!!!

mickeystoontown

05-05-2010, 04:15 PM

mickeystoontown

05-05-2010, 04:16 PM

Forgot to post my thoughts on the Eat to the Beat concerts. I guess I'm showing my age because I loved Kool & the Gang!

aprilisis

05-06-2010, 06:56 AM

You always go to the neatest places. I go to a dumb old office that's inhabited by ghosts every day.:rolleyes:

The massage hand thing reminded me of Mickey's hand too. I thought they wanted you to work while at work and not get massages. Seeing the guy in the post-it suit thing reminds me of a guy I saw in a duct tape suit.

I just LOVE Boston. There is so much history there. The great places to shop don't hurt, either. ;) Trust me- my office is SO boring- and we don't even have the ghosts like you do! I think that's SO cool, by the way. :)

Forgot to post my thoughts on the Eat to the Beat concerts. I guess I'm showing my age because I loved Kool & the Gang!

I like Kool & the Gang, too!!!

If U Had Wings

05-07-2010, 08:24 AM

longing2Batdisney

05-08-2010, 11:30 PM

Hey April! love the pictures your pictures are always so clear and the angles are great...I love the pictures of the fox; the last we seen here was two Dec ago when it was chasing a rabbit across the backyard in the white snow...it was beautiful and sad to watch all at the same time

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
:wave2: Connie

aprilisis

05-10-2010, 11:24 AM

I love Boston. I don't get there nearly often enough though. When I was just out of college my father was on a temporary transfer to the area. He'd go home on the weekends and I'd head up and use his room with my friends. We'd take the T in and just enjoy the weekend.

We've actually had massages here at work, so maybe it's not as crazy as it sounds. For staff appreciation day they used to bring in a massuese and we could all schedule a 15 minute chair massage. When the economy tanked last year they did away with it. I miss it.

That is SO cool that you used to get chair massages at work!!! What a great job! I love your new avatar, by the way! :)

Hey April! love the pictures your pictures are always so clear and the angles are great...I love the pictures of the fox; the last we seen here was two Dec ago when it was chasing a rabbit across the backyard in the white snow...it was beautiful and sad to watch all at the same time

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
:wave2: Connie

Thanks! Unfortunately, I haven't seen "our" foxes for over a week now. I hope nothing killed them & that they just "moved on".
I am loving your TR, by the way!!

aprilisis

05-10-2010, 11:27 AM

I think all of you knew Ginny (aaaateamsgrandma). I took the news of her passing pretty hard when I heard it on Friday. I just would like to say that she was a wonderful person and I will miss her a lot.

I found a copy of the cd with the song they play on Kilimanjaro Safari on the UK Amazon.com website & it came in last week. I have listened to the song about 500 times. Friday I went to IKEA & bought a bunch of things. I have a little story there, too. I was sort of trying to get through the store quickly. I walked down an aisle because a lady was blocking the aisle next to me. I saw something I needed (potato peeler), so I stopped to look. Well, the lady in the aisle next to me chooses that moment in time to let a certain bodily function rip. It was LOUD. I had to move on pretty quickly to keep from laughing. At Ikea, I bought a nice, heavy wood cutting board, potato peeler, apple slicer, lemon squeezer, a bunch of little stuffed animals (they are teeny) for my friend’s daughter, and a cool carpet that was in the “as-is” section. It must have been in one of their displays because it looks new.
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I must have looked ridiculous carrying that carpet through the store & trying to hold my bag of other items. I drove the 1.5 hours home & we had our new washer delivered. I LOVE it. We got the #2 rated (on Consumer Reports) LG model. It is a front-loading machine with a much larger capacity than the one we had. Saturday I did laundry & an hour on the treadmill. It felt great to do that. I also found my “Titanic” dress. A woman in Florida made it for me in 2001 & I wore it to the Halloween Party that year. I took photos of it for Lisa because I know she loves “Titanic” as much as I do.
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By the way, Lisa- did you hear they are supposed to re-vamp the movie & make it 3-D? I don’t know if it is just a rumor, but I heard they will re-release it for the 100th anniversary of the sinking.
Sunday, I went to visit my stepmom for a bit. She may be joining me in October! Sunday night I went to Bertucci’s to meet up with some “Disney friends”. We talked about the possibility of a trip next March. One of my friends works in Korea & he was only home for a few days, so it was good to see him. He brought us all a mat with Mickey & Minnie on it & some cut Mickey & Pooh socks that he bought in Korea. Plus he showed us a bunch of cool stuff he bought at Tokyo Disneyland. Another friend gave me a link to buy Dole Whip mix!!! I ordered it today.

Sometime this week, I am going to post my itinerary version 1.2. It hasn’t changed much. Have a great week, everyone!!

longing2Batdisney

05-10-2010, 11:40 AM

If U Had Wings

05-10-2010, 01:05 PM

That is SO cool that you used to get chair massages at work!!! What a great job! I love your new avatar, by the way! :)

It was really cool when we got them. They'd have an entire staff appreciation week with something cool going on every day. They'd have drawings every week and every staff member would win something. Last year they did nothing. This year we all got an umbrella and 2 people won an extra paid time off day. 2 out of about 300. Not terribly exciting, but at least we should be getting a small raise this year. Reading between the lines of the memo they sent out, a teeny tiny itty bitty raise, but at this point I'll take anything. :)

I love the Titanic costume. When that movie came out at the theater I used to work at it was so crazy busy. I'd come in at 6pm and all the shows would be sold out until after 11 pm (and it was playing to about 1200 seats). I'd entertain myself by watching all the teen girls weeping in the back of the theater when Leo died. I've never seen a movie quite that busy.

aprilisis

05-11-2010, 07:08 AM

Hey! April
too funny about your store trip! :lmao:
cute costume...don't know what I think about Titantic in 3D :confused3
sounds like you had a great time with friends and you are doing great styaing motivated with your treadmill (way to go)
:wave2: Connie

I know- it doesn't seem like a 3-D kind of movie to me. :confused3
I'm TRYING to stay motivated, but I haven't been doing 100% good in the diet area. My main problem...cheese. :love:

It was really cool when we got them. They'd have an entire staff appreciation week with something cool going on every day. They'd have drawings every week and every staff member would win something. Last year they did nothing. This year we all got an umbrella and 2 people won an extra paid time off day. 2 out of about 300. Not terribly exciting, but at least we should be getting a small raise this year. Reading between the lines of the memo they sent out, a teeny tiny itty bitty raise, but at this point I'll take anything. :)

I love the Titanic costume. When that movie came out at the theater I used to work at it was so crazy busy. I'd come in at 6pm and all the shows would be sold out until after 11 pm (and it was playing to about 1200 seats). I'd entertain myself by watching all the teen girls weeping in the back of the theater when Leo died. I've never seen a movie quite that busy.

It sounds like your job is reallly awesome! I know what you mean- I think that anything we get in this economy- we're lucky! I'm happy for our 1% raise this year. Heck...I am just happy to have a job. :)
That must have been so fun to watch audience reactions to Titanic!!! I was 22 when it came out & I cried like a baby in the theater. I saw it about 3 times, too.

Nicole786

05-11-2010, 10:39 AM

Wow I'm all caught up! You take awesome photos!! I've from NY and your photos made me miss it sooo much :(

aprilisis

05-12-2010, 07:03 AM

Wow I'm all caught up! You take awesome photos!! I've from NY and your photos made me miss it sooo much :(

Thanks!! Where are you now & what made you move out of NY? I really love NY. There is so much to do that no one will EVER be able to see everything there is to see there.

aprilisis

05-12-2010, 07:31 AM

These are my plans so far:
Day 1- I will arrive in Orlando at about 10am, pick up my rental from Alamo, stop at Winn Dixie for snacks & water, then go check in to the Yacht Club. I hope I get another room just like this:
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I have a 2pm appointment for a facial at Mandara Spa in the Dolphin.
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After that, I have an early dinner scheduled at Yachtsman Steak House. Magic Kingdom has EMH that night & I want to head over there if I’m not too tired.
The next morning, I have an early breakfast scheduled for Cape May Café.
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I plan to go over to Universal and Islands of Adventure.
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I scheduled a late dinner at the Wave.
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I am waiting for Universal to announce Halloween Horror Nights dates. I am still undecided about going. I went in 2001 & some guy chased me with a chainsaw. I shamelessly ran screaming & flailing my arms. I’m sure more than a few people got a good laugh seeing that. I just have an irrational fear of zombies & chainsaws- and I’m SURE I would see both of those things at HHN.
Wednesday I have a very early breakfast at Boma & I am planning to go to Animal Kingdom.
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It has rained EVERY time I have been at this park, but it is usually so hot that I don’t care.
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EPCOT is having EMH that night & I am having dinner at Coral Reef. I can’t wait to try it.
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Continued in next post…

aprilisis

05-12-2010, 07:34 AM

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Thursday I have breakfast booked at the Fresh Mediterranean Market in the Dolphin. I’m going to DHS & HOPE I will be able to get a fastpass for TSM. I’m definitely heading to the Animation Academy, Tower of Terror, Rock n Rollercoaster, Muppets 3-D, and American Idol.
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Dinner will be at California Grill, followed by Mickey’s not-so-Scary Halloween Party. I still haven’t decided on what to be & I will probably wait until the last minute to decide.

Friday I have a late breakfast at Kouzzina & I might book horseback riding at Fort Wilderness. I’m not 100% on this yet. AK is open until 8pm for EMH. I want to see the park at dusk because I never have before. Dinner is at Jiko after that. If I’m up for it, I will head to Downtown Disney for some shopping.
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Saturday morning, I am going to “Dolphins in Depth” and will most likely be going back to the room to change before going right back to Epcot for some Food & Wine time.

Sunday I have a breakfast scheduled at 1900 Park Fare and a dinner scheduled at Artist Point. MK is open late & I may go there in the evening. Otherwise, the day is free!! I may go to the pool or something. We’ll see.
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Monday my flight leaves super early.
That’s the plan so far- pending changes to flight times, my stepmom coming along, and/or HHN.
Other than that, I am excited to go & see my brother, Jeff, graduate college Sunday. I can't wait!!! Have a great week, everyone!!!

If U Had Wings

05-12-2010, 09:01 AM

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Wholy carp what in the world is this??? I love thrill rides, but this is scaring even me a bit!

All your plans look great. It really looks like you have a great balance going on.

aprilisis

05-12-2010, 12:13 PM

Wholy carp what in the world is this??? I love thrill rides, but this is scaring even me a bit!

All your plans look great. It really looks like you have a great balance going on.

:lmao: That 90 degree rise is just the first hill of Hollywood Rip-Ride-Rockit at Universal. It isn't too bad. You get to pick your own song that you hear during the ride & the rest of the coaster is relatively tame. Now- I went on X2 at Six Flags Magic Mountain- I love all rollercoasters EXCEPT that one. Here is the description from their website:
"Unlike traditional coasters where trains only parallel the track, X2 sends riders screaming around its 3,600-foot maze of steel track aboard massive wing-shaped trains where the seats extend off of the track to the sides of the vehicle, allowing them to independently rotate you head over heels, forward and backward creating a one-of-a-kind "don't know what to expect next" sensation."

It was AWFUL. :sick:

You don't think I have too many meals planned? I was just afraid that if I DIDN'T book stuff, then I would miss out on sit-down meals.

If U Had Wings

05-12-2010, 01:26 PM

:lmao: That 90 degree rise is just the first hill of Hollywood Rip-Ride-Rockit at Universal. It isn't too bad. You get to pick your own song that you hear during the ride & the rest of the coaster is relatively tame. Now- I went on X2 at Six Flags Magic Mountain- I love all rollercoasters EXCEPT that one. Here is the description from their website:
"Unlike traditional coasters where trains only parallel the track, X2 sends riders screaming around its 3,600-foot maze of steel track aboard massive wing-shaped trains where the seats extend off of the track to the sides of the vehicle, allowing them to independently rotate you head over heels, forward and backward creating a one-of-a-kind "don't know what to expect next" sensation."

It was AWFUL. :sick:

You don't think I have too many meals planned? I was just afraid that if I DIDN'T book stuff, then I would miss out on sit-down meals.

Okay, if that's an incline I think I can handle it. I was afraid that was some kind of crazy drop or something. :scared1: That other one sounds awful though. I can handle pretty much any kind of ride except those octopus type rides. Things that go up and down while moving in other directions make me turn green.

I don't think you have too many ADRs at all. Better to have them than not. You can always cancel them while your there if you don't want to go. That's why I made a few more breakfast ADRs this trip than I usually do. I don't mind a grab and go breakfast, but without a food court for something hot I didn't want to chance we might want that one day and then be stuck.

jenjolt

05-13-2010, 12:36 PM

WOW your itinerary so far looks amazing!!! I'm also heading down in October! I'm really looking forward to that trip!!!

There is no way I could ever do the Universal Studios Horror Nights I would b the one screaming and running around, I don't do scary scary very well!!!

Can't wait to hear more about your trip April!

aprilisis

05-13-2010, 04:35 PM

Okay, if that's an incline I think I can handle it. I was afraid that was some kind of crazy drop or something. :scared1: That other one sounds awful though. I can handle pretty much any kind of ride except those octopus type rides. Things that go up and down while moving in other directions make me turn green.

I don't think you have too many ADRs at all. Better to have them than not. You can always cancel them while your there if you don't want to go. That's why I made a few more breakfast ADRs this trip than I usually do. I don't mind a grab and go breakfast, but without a food court for something hot I didn't want to chance we might want that one day and then be stuck.

That was what I was thinking, too. I like my sit-down meals & you can't usually walk in & eat without an ADR.

WOW your itinerary so far looks amazing!!! I'm also heading down in October! I'm really looking forward to that trip!!!

There is no way I could ever do the Universal Studios Horror Nights I would b the one screaming and running around, I don't do scary scary very well!!!

Can't wait to hear more about your trip April!

:yay: Thanks! I'm so happy you posted! I loved your & LL's report!! When in October are you going?

jenjolt

05-13-2010, 06:12 PM

I will be at Disney October 14th through the 22nd or so......

aprilisis

05-13-2010, 06:16 PM

I will be at Disney October 14th through the 22nd or so......

Dang! I miss you by 3 days.

aprilisis

05-18-2010, 11:45 AM

My brother, Jeff, graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration this weekend. I’m so proud of him. Not much new is happening Disney-wise, but I’m planning to meet my friend from NYC at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods in a couple of weeks. We always have fun. I’m also trying to talk my brother & John into going to see some MMA fights on Friday. I have never seen them live, so that would be fun. Work has been a nightmare this week. My boss is quitting smoking & it has been like working with a lunatic! Plus, I can’t get away from it because we share an office.

I forgot- I bought an ice cream maker & made Dole Whip! It is ok- but I should have invested in a soft serve ice cream maker. It is a little “icier” than it is creamy. It is still good, though.
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This moth (I think it is a Luna Moth) was outside at work:
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I thought it was pretty.
Here’s Isis on Sunday morning:
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On a Disney-related note…Do you guys remember these from 2003?
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Sorry for the random thoughts. I promise you will get a better post out of me by the end of the week.

jenjolt

05-18-2010, 12:15 PM

If U Had Wings

05-18-2010, 12:44 PM

Congrats to your brother. That's fantastic!

I haven't been to the casinos in ages, and I live in CT. I always lose my money right away and then get bored waiting for my friends. :rotfl:

longing2Batdisney

05-26-2010, 01:32 PM

Congrats! to your brother :yay: :yay:
your plans as always look great! I was waiting to hear what you were going to think of the Dole Whip...Danny has an ice cream maker.

I love the pictures of Mickey from 2003! too cute!
:wave2: Connie

aprilisis

06-01-2010, 02:31 PM

Congrats to your brother! That is a huge accomplishment!!

Hope you have fun with your friend at the MGM, sounds like a great time will be had!!!

Not the world's biggest Dole Whip fan but right now it's so hot outside that a Dole Whip sound fabulous!!!

The MGM turned out to be a TON of fun- until my phone got stolen. :mad:

Congrats to your brother. That's fantastic!

I haven't been to the casinos in ages, and I live in CT. I always lose my money right away and then get bored waiting for my friends. :rotfl:

:rotfl2: I ended up waiting 6 hours for my friend!!!

Congrats! to your brother :yay: :yay:
your plans as always look great! I was waiting to hear what you were going to think of the Dole Whip...Danny has an ice cream maker.

I love the pictures of Mickey from 2003! too cute!
:wave2: Connie

Thanks!! I wish I could remember more details about those mickeys. I think they were each designed by different celebrities. (but don't quote me on that)

aprilisis

06-01-2010, 02:39 PM

I'll fill you in on a few things while I have a minute: My phone got stolen at the casino Friday night. My drive home Saturday was bad because I think my transmission is shot. My brother got into a car accident Sunday morning that broke a telephone pole in half- he is lucky to be ok. Today was a madhouse at work & tomorrow I have a meeting in Cambridge. I am back to work Thursday, but I have a meeting at 10am and an appointment at 3pm. I promise I will be back soon with more updates!

trickiwoo

06-02-2010, 04:40 PM

Sorry to hear about your phone AND car AND brother!!! I'm glad your brother is okay! Scary!!!

I hope things are better for you today!!! Looking forward to more updates!

If U Had Wings

06-02-2010, 10:04 PM

Eeek! I hope everyone's okay. :)

aprilisis

06-03-2010, 04:04 PM

Sorry to hear about your phone AND car AND brother!!! I'm glad your brother is okay! Scary!!!

I hope things are better for you today!!! Looking forward to more updates!

Thanks! It has been a stressful week. Yesterday I had to get the 5:40am train to get to a meeting in Cambridge on time. I'm still tired today!!!
I'm glad to see you posting again. :) How are all of your animals??

Eeek! I hope everyone's okay. :)

Everyone is ok, thanks. It is a miracle that my brother wasn't hurt in his accident! His car was totaled. I am in a bit of a funk this week, but I'm going to try to get back on track this weekend. We'll see if I can.

trickiwoo

06-04-2010, 01:31 PM

How are all of your animals??

Currently all pets are doing well! I'm hoping to get some foster rodents in a few weeks, so I'm excited about that!

aprilisis

06-05-2010, 11:32 AM

Just a quick update from my phone- John & I are planning to visit WDW from December 5 or 6 through the 10th. I'll have more details soon!

If U Had Wings

06-07-2010, 10:27 AM

How exciting! Can't wait to hear some of the plans. :)

jenjolt

06-07-2010, 10:43 AM

OOOH a December trip!! How fun!! Can't wait to hear all the details!

mickeystoontown

06-07-2010, 01:06 PM

Just a quick update from my phone- John & I are planning to visit WDW from December 5 or 6 through the 10th. I'll have more details soon!

How great is that? John (my John :laughing:) and I were just talking about booking a December trip but I don't know how in the world I could talk my boss into letting me off work again.

aprilisis

06-09-2010, 09:49 AM

How exciting! Can't wait to hear some of the plans. :)

OOOH a December trip!! How fun!! Can't wait to hear all the details!

Thanks! I will be updating soon.

How great is that? John (my John :laughing:) and I were just talking about booking a December trip but I don't know how in the world I could talk my boss into letting me off work again.

NO WAY! :yay: I picked the 6th-10th because of crowd levels & after checking the events section of Wide World of Sports- no soccer groups that week!!!! :yay: I hope you get to go in December!

aprilisis

06-09-2010, 09:52 AM

So I went to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods with my friend on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend. We had a TON of fun until…my phone was stolen. I wasn’t freaking out about the cost or anything. I have a Palm Pixi, so I really freaked about the contact phone numbers, my e-mail, and the fact that I was logged in to Facebook. I also had photos on it and a customized “skin” with a photo of Isis. I just felt like it was an invasion of my privacy. It was tough to relax after that. We stayed over, though, and I called Lost & Found about 100 times. Some photos of the room/view:
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I didn’t gamble much. We ate at a buffet that had EVERYTHING. Saturday when I left, my car was not running well at all. Come to find out- when the dealership had flushed out my transmission fluid, they didn’t add enough fluid when they were done! John bought & added fluid for me.
The next day, my brother fell asleep at the wheel & hit a telephone pole! Thank goodness he was ok. He did give us all a pretty good scare, though.
Other than that, I have been feeling a little down lately. I should be exercising, but I haven’t been doing that. My blood pressure has been so high that my doctor put me on a THIRD medication. Work has been very stressful. That’s about it. I will post soon about my December plans. I had no idea that I could book dining more than 180 days out if I had a reservation number. More on that soon.

I’ll leave you with some cloud photos. I took them at the end of a day we had some crazy storms.
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lovealldisney

06-09-2010, 10:59 AM

My blood pressure has been so high that my doctor put me on a THIRD medication

Maybe have your doctor check your vitamin d level. There have been studies that if you are low in vitamin d it can effect you blood pressure. My husband had low vitamin d and was feeling like carp always tired. The doctor prescribe him vitamin d, he's been on it for about a month now and is feeling so much better. He'll be on it for a while because it takes a while for it to build back up in your system. Something to think about.

mickeystoontown

06-09-2010, 11:19 AM

Oh April, I'm sorry that you had all those things happen to you (well, you and the family). It makes for a really sucky day doesn't it? Let me throw out a hug to ya.....:hug:

aprilisis

06-09-2010, 12:07 PM

Maybe have your doctor check your vitamin d level. There have been studies that if you are low in vitamin d it can effect you blood pressure. My husband had low vitamin d and was feeling like carp always tired. The doctor prescribe him vitamin d, he's been on it for about a month now and is feeling so much better. He'll be on it for a while because it takes a while for it to build back up in your system. Something to think about.

Thanks for the tip!!! I will definitely ask about that at my next appointment!

Oh April, I'm sorry that you had all those things happen to you (well, you and the family). It makes for a really sucky day doesn't it? Let me throw out a hug to ya.....:hug:

Thanks, Lisa!

If U Had Wings

06-09-2010, 01:14 PM

Hope everything eases up for you soon. I know how you feel about the blahs. Hang in there. :goodvibes

trickiwoo

06-10-2010, 09:33 AM

So I went to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods with my friend on the Friday of Memorial Day weekend.

Ooh!! What'd you think? My best friend lives in CT and I've been planning to go visit him at some point in the future. I was thinking of planning a trip to Foxwoods. Did you like staying at the MGM Grand?

We had a TON of fun until…my phone was stolen. I wasn’t freaking out about the cost or anything. I have a Palm Pixi, so I really freaked about the contact phone numbers, my e-mail, and the fact that I was logged in to Facebook. I also had photos on it and a customized “skin” with a photo of Isis. I just felt like it was an invasion of my privacy.

Yeah, I have a Palm Pre and I would freak out if I lost it! It's logged into my e-mail, my Facebook, plus if someone found it and really wanted to mess with me they could go into my calendar and delete all my appointments! I use Google Calendar, so if you add/delete things from my phone, it adds/deletes things from the version I access on my computer! So convenient for me... devastating if someone else got their hands on my phone!

My blood pressure has been so high that my doctor put me on a THIRD medication.

Oh no! I hope the medicine helps! My boyfriend has extremely high blood pressure and his doctor recently had to increase his medication. His doctor thinks it has something to do with his kidneys since it doesn't make sense for someone his age with his lifestyle to have such high blood pressure. So she wants him to see a nephrologist and/or a urologist, but he can't afford to and his insurance doesn't cover seeing specialists. It used to, but recently Blue Cross Blue Shield increased their prices and his company couldn't afford to keep their same insurance plan with the new prices, so they had to drop a bunch of benefits.

aprilisis

06-10-2010, 04:22 PM

Hope everything eases up for you soon. I know how you feel about the blahs. Hang in there. :goodvibes

Thanks! I have to snap out of it.

Ooh!! What'd you think? My best friend lives in CT and I've been planning to go visit him at some point in the future. I was thinking of planning a trip to Foxwoods. Did you like staying at the MGM Grand?
Yeah, I have a Palm Pre and I would freak out if I lost it! It's logged into my e-mail, my Facebook, plus if someone found it and really wanted to mess with me they could go into my calendar and delete all my appointments! I use Google Calendar, so if you add/delete things from my phone, it adds/deletes things from the version I access on my computer! So convenient for me... devastating if someone else got their hands on my phone!
Oh no! I hope the medicine helps! My boyfriend has extremely high blood pressure and his doctor recently had to increase his medication. His doctor thinks it has something to do with his kidneys since it doesn't make sense for someone his age with his lifestyle to have such high blood pressure. So she wants him to see a nephrologist and/or a urologist, but he can't afford to and his insurance doesn't cover seeing specialists. It used to, but recently Blue Cross Blue Shield increased their prices and his company couldn't afford to keep their same insurance plan with the new prices, so they had to drop a bunch of benefits.

I love staying at the MGM Grand. The restaurants are great & the casino is very bright. I didn't know your bf lived in CT! How did I miss that??
That really stinks about your bf's healthcare!!!! I have Blue Cross & the rates go up every year. It cancels out my raise every year. :sad2:

aprilisis

06-10-2010, 04:24 PM

Ok, so here goes: I have the dates of my December trip (6th-10th), but I do not know which resort to stay in. I’m down to 2 choices- The Polynesian or Wilderness Lodge. I’m trying to decide which will be more fun for John & me. I have stayed at both hotels before (YEARS ago) and I love them both for different reasons. I love WL because of the décor and atmosphere. I love the Poly because it is so nice & quiet. I love the lounge there, too. I also love the fact that it is on the monorail line. I’m leaning a little more towards the Poly because I know how much John will love it. I DO love WL, though, and it is a considerable amount cheaper- BUT I’m planning to book it as a bounceback when I’m there in October. That will mean a 40% discount! Thank goodness I have 3 and a half months to decide!
These are all of the photos I could find of the Poly that I took in 2004:

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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/polylobby.jpg

They aren’t very good photos. I will have to get new ones! Here are some photos of WL in 2001 & 2005:
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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/WLarch.jpg

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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/wlpool.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/wlfireplace.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/wlhalllights.jpg

From the boat to MK:
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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/baylakesunset.jpg

From 2010 (I visited Artist Point):
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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Disney-%20January%202010/IMG_2808.jpg

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I knew I could book the first day of dining for my December trip yesterday, so I did. I discovered that I could also book dining for the rest of the trip by entering my reservation number. So far this is what I have planned:

Monday December 6, 2010: Dinner at Artist Point

Tuesday December 7, 2010: Breakfast at Kona Café, Dinner at California Grill

Wednesday December 8, 2010: Dinner at Jiko

Thursday December 9, 2010: Breakfast at 1900 Park Fare, Dinner at Crystal Palace, MVMCP

Friday December 10, 2010: Breakfast at ‘Ohana

That’s it so far. Southwest is supposed to open up December dates by June 15th, so I will be able to book my flight then.

Have a great weekend, everyone!!

If U Had Wings

06-11-2010, 08:55 AM

trickiwoo

06-11-2010, 09:21 AM

mickeystoontown

06-11-2010, 10:52 AM

Gracious....decisions.....decisions. At least, like you said, you've got some time to decide. I've always said I want to stay at the Polynesian so if I had to vote, I'd give it to the Poly.

aprilisis

06-15-2010, 09:46 AM

I don't think you can go wrong with either choice. When I was there in Dec. last year, I thought the decorations at the WL were far superior though, if that makes any difference to you. But then again the Poly was piping in lots of relaxing Christmas Hawaiian music all over the place.

Thanks! I totally agree about the decorations at WL, but I AM partial to the Hawaiian Christmas music. :)

Oh, that's a tough one! If I were in your position, I'd be leaning more towards the Poly... mostly because of the monorail. Then I'd tell myself, "Well, if I stay at WL, I'll save x amount of money and I can use that money to buy [insert awesome Disney things here]. And then I'd be totally indecisive! Haha! But both are great choices and you'll be happy with either... and best of all... you'll be in WDW!

That is where my brain is right now, too! I can't decide. :confused3

Gracious....decisions.....decisions. At least, like you said, you've got some time to decide. I've always said I want to stay at the Polynesian so if I had to vote, I'd give it to the Poly.

I *think* John would like the Poly better, so I am leaning a little that way. Hopefully I can book it as a bounceback in October!

aprilisis

06-15-2010, 09:52 AM

Today is Isis’s birthday- she is 11. She has perfected the “I’m bad” look over the years…
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/Isis-puppy.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/isistug.jpg

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http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/isis_toenails.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Isis_Fresh.jpg

Since my phone was stolen, I had to customize a new one:
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I don’t know if I mentioned that Orange is my favorite color, but I found a knock-off Chanel in that color in NYC that I finally started to use:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_4554.jpg

Have I been under a rock? Because I never heard of Pook-a-Looz until this week! I looked them up & 2 were selling for a higher price on Amazon, so I bought them at the Disney store for $10 each when I saw them.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_4557.jpg

I bought our Christmas Party tickets last week, so this weekend, I finally separated my October & December paperwork:
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I also promised my cousin’s daughter that I would get a bathing suit ASAP so she has someone to swim with when we are at my Grandma's house. Well, I was happy to find one on sale for $20 at the Disney Store online. It came in this weekend:
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Yesterday it took me 3 hours to get to work. 2 of those hours were spent moving a mere 3.5 miles. I found out later that there was a pedestrian on the highway who was hit & the driver never stopped. They were conducting an investigation & had to close 2 lanes. Last night I went to a graduation party for John’s godson. His family is awesome. I love them. The only problem is that I am trying to diet & they want to keep feeding me! I did great all weekend & I blew it last night. I just felt like I couldn’t say no because I felt like it would be rude. That means extra treadmill time tonight. I will be booking airfare on Friday (I hope) for December, so I will have more “Disney” news then.

mickeystoontown

06-15-2010, 10:16 AM

aprilisis

06-15-2010, 11:23 AM

Happy Birthday Isis! She definitely got that "I'm bad" look down pat. Oddball celebrated his 2nd birthday on May 24th. We gave him a piece of Hunter's birthday cake. He's a rescued from the pound dog and we didn't know for sure when he was born...only that it was close to Hunter's birthday. So, we decided that they'd share a birthday every year.

I guess I've been under a rock too 'cause I've never heard of the Pook-a-Looz things.

Very cute bathing suit. I am not a big fan of Eeyore but he's really cute on the suit.

If I am remembering correctly, I saw that Southwest Airlines is taking bookings through January 7th. I think that's what it said this morning.

Pound dogs are the best. I didn't know Oddball shared a birthday with Hunter! Happy belated birthday to Oddball! He must have loved getting birthday cake. The photo where Isis is snarling- she is doing that because I was just talking about her toenails. Needless to say, I can't cut them because she won't let me!
I'm so happy that I found a bathing suit for only $20. I kept seeing them for $80 or $40.
I kept trying to check flights on Southwest.com, but I am getting some weird error message. :headache:

mickeystoontown

06-15-2010, 11:26 AM

Pound dogs are the best. I didn't know Oddball shared a birthday with Hunter! Happy belated birthday to Oddball! He must have loved getting birthday cake. The photo where Isis is snarling- she is doing that because I was just talking about her toenails. Needless to say, I can't cut them because she won't let me!
I'm so happy that I found a bathing suit for only $20. I kept seeing them for $80 or $40.
I kept trying to check flights on Southwest.com, but I am getting some weird error message. :headache:

Yeah, I got the error message too. But, over to the right hand side of the screen, I saw the January "book through" date.

racefanof88

06-15-2010, 11:29 AM

If U Had Wings

06-15-2010, 12:58 PM

Happy Birthday Isis! The looks on her face are just priceless. Too funny. :lmao:

MyMuse

06-15-2010, 01:57 PM

Whew! I'm all caught up!

I hope everytihng turned out ok with your bro and your medication.

and yay! :yay: for December trip. It's funny because I *think* I'm going back for December too. I usually go every December with my timeshare but this will be the second time at Disney in December. When i fall in love, I fall HARD. :rotfl:

My timeshare week is the same as yours!! :santa:

trickiwoo

06-16-2010, 10:23 AM

Happy Birthday Isis!!!! The puppy pictures are irresistible!!!

The Boyfriend and I like to look at the Pook-A-Looz whenever we go to the Disney Store at our local mall! They're too freakin cute! Maybe we'll have to start collecting them... They'd be adorable in our new apartment...

aprilisis

06-18-2010, 07:04 AM

Yeah, I got the error message too. But, over to the right hand side of the screen, I saw the January "book through" date.

I bought our December tickets today!! :woohoo: The website was finally working.

aprilisis

06-18-2010, 07:15 AM

Boy oh boy am I behind :guilty:. Going back to where I last left you with quick answers--Yes I do remember the Mickey's that were at Disney in 2003, I have all kinds of pictures of them. The Vinylmation remind me of those Mickeys. Congrats to your brother on his graduation :banana: and I'm glad he was OK after the car wreck :eek:. I know you felt sick about losing your phone; if I lost mine I wouldn't know anybody's phone number :rolleyes:. I'm glad it wasn't anything serious with your car :yay:. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Isis party::bday:. And I vote WL on your December stay. We are going to be at Disney that same week, but I'm not sure where we are staying yet.

So, I think I got it all in?.........:rotfl:. I have been a basket case with so much going on lately, I haven't been a very good Disser :sad1:.

Thanks, Dana!!! I think I have to ask John for help with deciding the resort. This trip is "all about him" because he SO loves all things Christmas & I want it to be special for him.

Happy Birthday Isis! The looks on her face are just priceless. Too funny. :lmao:

Thanks! She definitely has attitude. :lmao:

Whew! I'm all caught up!

I hope everytihng turned out ok with your bro and your medication.

and yay! :yay: for December trip. It's funny because I *think* I'm going back for December too. I usually go every December with my timeshare but this will be the second time at Disney in December. When i fall in love, I fall HARD. :rotfl:

My timeshare week is the same as yours!! :santa:

That's awesome! I hope you go in December. Disney is so awesome in December.
They put me on ANOTHER medication. The bottom line is- I have to get off of my butt & exercise.

Happy Birthday Isis!!!! The puppy pictures are irresistible!!!

The Boyfriend and I like to look at the Pook-A-Looz whenever we go to the Disney Store at our local mall! They're too freakin cute! Maybe we'll have to start collecting them... They'd be adorable in our new apartment...

Thanks! Ugh- I can't start collecting more, but I also can't resist those Pook a Looz!!! They are too cute!

aprilisis

06-18-2010, 08:02 AM

I booked air! :yay: :woohoo: :cool1:We are flying out on December 6th & back on December 10th. It is a short trip, but I am so excited to see John’s face when he sees all of the lights & “snow”. I rented a convertible, too! I discovered that renting through Southwest with my Rapid Rewards # saves a lot of money on rental cars. I already have Christmas party tickets. Now I have to wait at least 108 days to book the resort as a bounceback!!!! At least I am almost in the double digits in my October countdown.

I’ve got nothing exciting today- just a doctor’s appointment (routine check-up) & dinner at John’s friend’s house. Tomorrow is a 50th birthday party that should be a lot of fun. Sunday I will be planting my rhubarb. Next week will be busy & I have to take my car to the dealer for a recall issue. I’m nervous because the last time I brought my car there, they flushed my transmission fluid & didn’t put enough back into the car! I hate car dealerships. I just don’t trust them at all.

On my way home last night, I was behind a driver who was swerving all over the highway and into the breakdown lane. Late last night on one of the highways I drive every day, a state trooper pulled over a drunk driver. While he was at the driver’s side door of the first car, a second drunk driver hit, pinned, and killed him. Be careful on the roads this weekend. People are driving like maniacs lately. Sorry. That’s enough of my ranting today. I just get angry about car accidents because they are all so preventable.

I’m going to update you on my October itinerary soon. Have a great weekend, everyone!!!

mickeystoontown

06-18-2010, 08:50 AM

I bought our December tickets today!! :woohoo: The website was finally working.

Fantastic! I hope you were able to get some cheap airfare.

If U Had Wings

06-18-2010, 09:19 AM

Yeah, for booking your airfare. For me that's always the moment a trip feels "real".

I agree with you completely about the nuts on the road lately. I almost got hit the other day by a woman who had to make a left hand turn from the center lane, cutting off the two lanes of traffic making legal left hand turns. :sad2: Seriously, would it have been that difficult to just go to the next light (which was only a few yards up the road) and make a legal u-turn there.

racefanof88

06-18-2010, 10:57 AM

aprilisis

06-22-2010, 08:29 AM

Just a quick FYI...I am off Facebook for good. Certain people drove me nuts & I couldn't take it anymore. I will definitely post more later today.

mickeystoontown

06-22-2010, 08:42 AM

Just a quick FYI...I am off Facebook for good. Certain people drove me nuts & I couldn't take it anymore. I will definitely post more later today.

I've never really gotten into Facebook and it took me forever to even join and when I did it was only because Lacey set it up for me. I don't even check it every day....maybe once a week.

trickiwoo

06-23-2010, 12:30 PM

Just a quick FYI...I am off Facebook for good. Certain people drove me nuts & I couldn't take it anymore. I will definitely post more later today.

Hmm... I'm pretty sure you can block people on Facebook. So if there were certain people you really enjoyed talking to and keeping up with on Facebook... you can just block the problematic people so they don't ruin all of Facebook for you!

aprilisis

06-24-2010, 11:25 AM

Fantastic! I hope you were able to get some cheap airfare.

I got a great deal on Southwest.com!! Thanks! :)

Yeah, for booking your airfare. For me that's always the moment a trip feels "real".

I agree with you completely about the nuts on the road lately. I almost got hit the other day by a woman who had to make a left hand turn from the center lane, cutting off the two lanes of traffic making legal left hand turns. :sad2: Seriously, would it have been that difficult to just go to the next light (which was only a few yards up the road) and make a legal u-turn there.

:scared1: Wow! People are just insane!! This week it seems to be the big trucks that are speeding excessively & weaving through traffic. I'm happy to just make it home in one piece!

:cool1::woohoo:On booking your air and getting the car rental :thumbsup2. It really won't be long because if you think about today's date we are already 169 days into 2010. How are you booking bounceback? I always thought you had to be at the resort at that time to book that? The flier in our room said we had to book it before we checked out.

I hate to hear that about the state trooper, that is horrible. The police here started going to the passenger side of the cars they stop. It makes me angry to see people driving reckless too :mad:.

I hope you have a great weekend !!!!

I am waiting until I am there in October to book December. Hopefully I can still get a room!!
That is a great idea for the cops to go to the passenger side of the car. They should do that everywhere!

I've never really gotten into Facebook and it took me forever to even join and when I did it was only because Lacey set it up for me. I don't even check it every day....maybe once a week.

I deleted my account. I was checking it every day. I was hooked!

Hmm... I'm pretty sure you can block people on Facebook. So if there were certain people you really enjoyed talking to and keeping up with on Facebook... you can just block the problematic people so they don't ruin all of Facebook for you!

I decided to delete it. I figured I can get in touch with everyone I actually want to talk to. :rotfl: Plus, for my social networking fix, I have you guys!! :)

aprilisis

06-24-2010, 11:28 AM

What a month it has been so far! Work has been out-of-control busy all month. I miss posting on everyone’s threads. If you don’t see posts from me for a while, just know I AM still reading all of them.

Today I wanted to at least do an updated version of my itinerary for October.
Monday October 4, 2010- I’m flying Southwest & I sprung the $10 for early bird check-in. Hopefully I will get my first row window seat. I love it for the leg room. I arrive in Orlando around 10am. I’ll head to baggage claim, grab my bags, and head to get my rental car. I got a pretty good deal on a midsize through Southwest. I’m going to drive on over to Winn Dixie for snacks & then check-in at Yacht Club. I’m going to leave my things there or sit for a little bit (if I have time). At 2, I have a facial at Mandara Spa. I can’t wait! After the facial, I plan to relax until my early dinner at the Yachtsman Steakhouse (first time there!). The Magic Kingdom has PM EMH that night & I definitely want to attend as long as I can stay awake.

Tuesday October 5, 2010- I have a VERY early breakfast at Cape May Café. After that, I am driving over to Universal & IOA. I’m going to IOA first to get to Harry Potter! I’m REALLY looking forward to that. Usually I will get to the Hulk, Spiderman, Dr. Doom, Dudley Do-Right, Popeye, and Jurassic Park. I also want to take a longer look in the gift shops this trip. After spending a little time at IOA, I’m going to go to Universal for the Mummy, Men in Black, The Simpsons, and Hollywood Rip Ride Rock it. I have a dinner scheduled at the Wave. This will be a first for me. I will most likely be tired after dinner, so I will head to bed.

Wednesday October 6, 2010- This is my earliest day (besides my check-out day). I have a VERY early breakfast at Boma, then I plan to go to Animal Kingdom to take a bunch of photographs & find the animal trails Lisa always mentions. I WILL find them this time- I have a map! I’m sure I will try to get to Expedition Everest, Kilimanjaro Safari, Primeval Whirl, and Dinosaur. My egg roll stand had better be open, too. The veggie egg rolls are SO good. After an early start at AK, I might get to Stormalong Bay to swim for a while. I have dinner scheduled at Coral Reef (a first!), then plan to spend the PM EMH at EPCOT. I’m not sure if anything at WS or from F & W will be open, but I KNOW Soarin’ will be open. I’m definitely getting there.

Thursday October 7, 2010- Another early start for me at the Fresh Mediterranean Market. I won’t make rope drop at DHS, but I’ll be taking the boat over & getting an FP for TSM. I’m going to do the animation Tour, ToT, RnRc, and American Idol. I have an early dinner at California Grill & I am off to MNSSHP!!! I am determined to get on Space Mountain, TTA, Buzz Lightyear, Monsters Inc Laugh Floor, Haunted Mansion, Thunder Mountain, Pirates, and I want to see the parade.

Friday October 8, 2010- I have a late breakfast at Kouzzina followed by some free time. I might go horseback riding or go to the pool….maybe both! I want to take advantage of the PM EMH at Animal Kingdom just to ride EE at night. I have dinner at Jiko after the park closes. I may head to Downtown Disney to do some shopping after that.

Saturday October 9, 2010- The only reservation I have all day is for Dolphins in Depth at 9am. I plan to eat my way around WS in EPCOT. I want to spend the entire day there.

Sunday October 10, 2010- I have a very late breakfast at 1900 Park Fare. I plan to spend the day shopping and maybe go for a swim until the PM EMH for Magic Kingdom. I’m going to do as much there as I possibly can before I leave early the next morning.

I’ve already made changes to my December itinerary, too I will have to fill you in on those soon. Have a great weekend!

trickiwoo

06-24-2010, 12:41 PM

mickeystoontown

06-24-2010, 01:09 PM

Sounds like a good itinerary!!!

Ooh! Have fun at Harry Potter! I hope the crowds have died down at least a bit by then! I have a friend who lives in Orlando who told me that there is currently an 8 hour wait to even get into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter now! Insane!!!

Are you going to try some butterbeer?? If so, let us know how it is!!

I just read something that said the wait earlier today was 7 hours! There's nothing good enough for me to stand and wait for 7 hours to see.

aprilisis

06-24-2010, 01:31 PM

If U Had Wings

06-25-2010, 09:14 PM

There is no ride anywhere that would make me wait that long. That's just too nuts.

mickeystoontown

06-28-2010, 11:43 AM

Morning April,

Just checking in on ya. Hope you had a good weekend.

trickiwoo

06-28-2010, 01:25 PM

What is butterbeer???

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_food_blog/2010/06/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-butterbeer-report.html

aprilisis

07-07-2010, 12:14 PM

There is no ride anywhere that would make me wait that long. That's just too nuts.

I agree 100%!!!

Morning April,

Just checking in on ya. Hope you had a good weekend.

Hey Lisa! Sorry I have been MIA. Work is CRAZY. I'm the person who never says no at work, so I end up picking up a lot of slack. :rolleyes: And this place is FULL of slackers!!!!! :rotfl:

http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/features_food_blog/2010/06/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-butterbeer-report.html

I just may have to try that!

aprilisis

07-07-2010, 12:16 PM

Whew! Work hasn’t slowed down at all. One good thing- I am in the double digits!!!!! 89 days to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can I just say- I can’t wait!!!!
I still have 152 days until my December trip….then no Disney trips for the foreseeable future after that.

Will we be here:
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Or here????
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I’m still undecided on the resort. Here is the December itinerary so far:
Monday December 6, 2010- Arrive at 11am, check in & head to EPCOT. Dinner will be at Artist Point, then evening EMH at MK.
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Tuesday December 7, 2010- Late breakfast at Kona Café, followed by pool time. DHS in the afternoon/evening. I want to be sure to see the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights! We have a late dinner at California Grill.
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Wednesday December 8, 2010- We have no meals scheduled. I figured we would go to Universal/IOA, then maybe go to evening EMH at AK. Maybe we will go to Downtown Disney afterwards.
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Thursday December 8, 2010- We have a late breakfast at 1900 Park Fare. I’m planning to visit EPCOT during the day. We have MVMCP that night & dinner at Crystal Palace.
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We depart fairly early on Friday morning. It will be a shorter trip, but I am looking forward to it. I was talking with my stepmom about October & I have made a few changes there. I have to write up another revised itinerary!

trickiwoo

07-07-2010, 10:06 PM

Good luck deciding on a resort!!!! The good news is you'll be happy with whichever resort you decide! :)

Looking forward to seeing your revised itinerary!

racefanof88

07-08-2010, 08:05 PM

I am so excited that we will be there at the same time in December :banana:. We will have to meet up somewhere, and maybe leave the guys in the room........;)

aprilisis

07-09-2010, 06:56 AM

Good luck deciding on a resort!!!! The good news is you'll be happy with whichever resort you decide! :)

Looking forward to seeing your revised itinerary!

Thanks!!! You're right- I know either resort will be great. You know...I think I will actually ask Mister Non-planner on the off chance he will have a preference. I'm going to ask him tonight. It is funny that thought never even crossed my mind! :rotfl:

I am so excited that we will be there at the same time in December :banana:. We will have to meet up somewhere, and maybe leave the guys in the room........;)

DEFINITELY!!! I wouldn't miss that chance for the world! Are you going to the Christmas party??

aprilisis

07-09-2010, 08:05 AM

Ok…So I was talking with my stepmom about October. She isn’t a morning person, so I changed some reservations. She also mentioned we can share a rental car! That saves $200. She is planning to arrive the Friday before me, so when I arrive on Monday, she will pick me up from the airport. Here is the itinerary so far…

Monday October 4, 2010: Arrive around 10am, grab luggage & get picked up. Go check in at YC. Hang around until the 2pm facial. Early dinner at Yachtsman & PM EMH at Magic Kingdom. I’m looking forward to Yachtsman because I love trying new restaurants.
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Tuesday October 5, 2010: Head to Universal & IOA. Later dinner planned at the Wave.
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Wednesday October 6, 2010: Late breakfast at Boma, maybe hit AK for a little while. Dinner at Coral Reef (for the first time) and PM EMH at EPCOT.
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Continued in next post.....

aprilisis

07-09-2010, 08:06 AM

Thursday October 7, 2010: Morning & Afternoon at DHS, dinner at California Grill, then MNSSHP.
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Friday October 8, 2010: Late breakfast at Kouzzina, free time (maybe pool time), then PM EMH at Animal Kingdom.
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Saturday October 9, 2010: After Dolphins in Depth, this is an entire EPCOT day!:woohoo::banana::yay:
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Sunday October 10, 2010: Late breakfast at 1900 Park Fare, then free time until dinner at Artist Point & PM EMH at Magic Kingdom.
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Monday we leave very early. I can’t tell you how much I am looking forward to this nice, long trip. In January I felt too rushed. It doesn’t help that my stepmom is leaving for WDW TOMORROW for a whole week!

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

If U Had Wings

07-09-2010, 08:56 AM

Beka

07-09-2010, 09:08 AM

I’m 34 & taking a (so far) solo trip from October 4th through the 11th. My birthday is the 12th. I’ll be staying at Yacht Club & I know I will definitely be going to MNSSHP :hmghost:& the Food & Wine Festival :drinking1. Epcot is my favorite park. I want to get to see the new Harry Potter area at Islands of Adventure & haven’t decided whether or not to visit Halloween Horror Nights at Universal
Hey! We're headed down around the same time! (I don't have dates set in stone yet.) We're doing F&WF & MNSSHP, & "Harry Potter Land" as DH calls it. We thought about doing Horror Nights too, but since we did Knotts Scary Farm in CA a few years back, I think we'll pass.

I’m sure we will go somewhere in the summer- maybe even Vegas! (This is Vegas:)
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DH is headed to LV in August. You can get some crazy good deals when it's hot out there! (His trip is my way of saying thanks for putting up with me through nursing school!)

As far as dining goes, I will DEFINITELY be going to Artist Point (We did this last year. It was good, but not a must-do this year.)& California Grill. Some possible visits will be:
Cape May Café
Donald’s Safari Breakfast
1900 Park Faire (for breakfast)
Brown Derby
Sci-Fi Dine In
Boma
Jiko YUM!!!!
Yachtsman Steakhouse
Citricos
The Wave
Sanaa
Kouzzina Yum again!
I know that’s a long list, but I will narrow it down when the October park hours come out. I feel awfully guilty leaving my dog, Isis, home for a week, but she will be in good hands with my mom. This is Isis in her best Disney gear:

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My dog Booger wants to be her boyfriend. She's SO cute! Here's Boogs:
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And BTW, one can never post too many pictures! Ok, now I have to go back & get updated on your PTR.

mickeystoontown

07-09-2010, 09:45 AM

:banana: for saving $200 bucks on a rental car! It sounds like you're going to have a nice relaxing trip this time.

trickiwoo

07-09-2010, 04:53 PM

I LOVE the pictures!!! Thank you for posting them! They're getting me excited about my trip!

The new October itinerary sounds fantastic!!!!

aprilisis

07-12-2010, 11:30 AM

I love that you have a nice long trip planned. I'm already feeling rushed on mine. I'm going to be there just as long, but with the marathon and spending two nights at the Hard Rock I don't feel like I have enough park time at Disney. I can't wait to hear about the Dolphins in Depth! I really wanted to get in a tour of some kind, but honestly I just couldn't fit it in.

You must be excited to stay at the Hard Rock, too, though! You have to let me know how it is. I hope I run into you in WDW.

And BTW, one can never post too many pictures! Ok, now I have to go back & get updated on your PTR.

Welcome! I just went over to your TR. For some reason the firewall at work is blocking all of your photos! I will have to look at them at home. I can't wait to see your dogs!
I'm starting to think I should plan a meet for October.

aprilisis

07-12-2010, 11:33 AM

:banana: for saving $200 bucks on a rental car! It sounds like you're going to have a nice relaxing trip this time.

I LOVE "free" time in Disney. I can't wait!!!

I LOVE the pictures!!! Thank you for posting them! They're getting me excited about my trip!

The new October itinerary sounds fantastic!!!!

Thanks! I can't wait 84 days until my trip!!!!! That is WAY too long.

aprilisis

07-12-2010, 11:58 AM

I’m bummed out today & I felt that way this weekend, too. I think it is because my stepmom is in Disney. She texted me photos from Artist Point. How mean is that?!?!? :lmao:
I thought I would share a few photos from this weekend.

I caught Isis mid-yawn:
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Another of Isis:
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My Aunt’s new puppy:
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I wish I had more to share, but today is one of those rare occasions when I don’t have a lot to say. :rolleyes:

jenjolt

07-12-2010, 11:59 AM

Loved the picture itineraries!!!! You are going to have a great trip!!!!!

I don't think I had ever seen a picture of the inside of a room at the Yacht Club before, wow they are gorgeous!

If U Had Wings

07-12-2010, 12:53 PM

You must be excited to stay at the Hard Rock, too, though! You have to let me know how it is. I hope I run into you in WDW.

I am! As much as it's a bit of a hassle, I'm really excited about the two days at Universal. I haven't been there in ten years, so it's really like going to two new parks. I can't wait to hit up the shops in Harry Potter land. How goofy am I that I want to buy a wand? :lmao:

I’m bummed out today & I felt that way this weekend, too. I think it is because my stepmom is in Disney. She texted me photos from Artist Point. How mean is that?!?!? :lmao:

It's not just you. That's a bit mean!

trickiwoo

07-12-2010, 01:37 PM

Awww! I'm sorry your stepmom is in Disney and you're not! But don't worry... you'll be there soon! A friend of mine goes to WDW with her family multiple times each year. It feels like she's always there!!! So whenever I see her Facebook updates, it's always like, "On my way to the Hoop De Doo Review" or "At Hollywood Studios. Just rode Rock 'n Rollercoaster." or "Going Parasailing at Bay Lake today!" So not fair!

Awwww!!! Puppy!!! So cute!!! How old? Boy or girl? Does it have a name yet? Awww!!! Ok, because of this I have to post a cute puppy picture in my next PTR update!

And Isis is adorable as always...of course!!!

mickeystoontown

07-12-2010, 04:04 PM

I know exactly how you feel.....I wish I was in Disney right now! The pictures of Isis and your aunt's dog are too cute.

aprilisis

07-16-2010, 07:48 AM

Loved the picture itineraries!!!! You are going to have a great trip!!!!!

I don't think I had ever seen a picture of the inside of a room at the Yacht Club before, wow they are gorgeous!

Thanks! January was the first time I set foot in the Yacht Club...I was hooked! The cast members were awesome & the rooms are HUGE!

I am! As much as it's a bit of a hassle, I'm really excited about the two days at Universal. I haven't been there in ten years, so it's really like going to two new parks. I can't wait to hit up the shops in Harry Potter land. How goofy am I that I want to buy a wand? :lmao:
It's not just you. That's a bit mean!

You aren't goofy for wanting a wand! I want one, too! Maybe that means we are both goofy! :lmao: I'm really looking forward to Universal, too. You have to go on Rip Ride and Rock It- that is one CRAZY coaster!

Awww! I'm sorry your stepmom is in Disney and you're not! But don't worry... you'll be there soon! A friend of mine goes to WDW with her family multiple times each year. It feels like she's always there!!! So whenever I see her Facebook updates, it's always like, "On my way to the Hoop De Doo Review" or "At Hollywood Studios. Just rode Rock 'n Rollercoaster." or "Going Parasailing at Bay Lake today!" So not fair!

Awwww!!! Puppy!!! So cute!!! How old? Boy or girl? Does it have a name yet? Awww!!! Ok, because of this I have to post a cute puppy picture in my next PTR update!

And Isis is adorable as always...of course!!!

Thanks! The puppy is Willow & she is 9 weeks old now.
I used to always go to Disney in the summer & I miss it. I SO wish I was there!

I know exactly how you feel.....I wish I was in Disney right now! The pictures of Isis and your aunt's dog are too cute.

Thanks! Come on, Lisa...Let's just fly to WDW today on a whim! :rotfl: We can daydream, right?? :rotfl2:

aprilisis

07-16-2010, 08:59 AM

I thought today, I will share some of my favorite photos from my last trip.

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If U Had Wings

07-19-2010, 08:18 AM

I love days with pretty Disney pictures! :goodvibes

trickiwoo

07-19-2010, 12:50 PM

Ooh!!! I love the bokeh in the spider web picture!!!!

Oh, I cannot wait to bring my camera to WDW!!! Which reminds me! I just brought home the camera bag I'm taking! Now I need to figure out what cameras and lenses I can fit in the bag!

Keep the photos coming! I'm loving them!

mickeystoontown

07-20-2010, 10:37 AM

Morning April,

Hope you had a good weekend!

aprilisis

07-20-2010, 12:10 PM

I love days with pretty Disney pictures! :goodvibes

I'm glad you like them. Hopefully I have more soon. I am getting impatient for the next 76 days to pass by so I can take a gazillion new ones! :rolleyes1

Ooh!!! I love the bokeh in the spider web picture!!!!

Oh, I cannot wait to bring my camera to WDW!!! Which reminds me! I just brought home the camera bag I'm taking! Now I need to figure out what cameras and lenses I can fit in the bag!

Keep the photos coming! I'm loving them!

Thanks! I keep going back & forth about getting a digital SLR. I would want to bring it to the parks, but I wouldn't be able to leave it in a locker to go on water rides or other rides that they don't allow anyone to take bags on. I would love one, though.

Morning April,

Hope you had a good weekend!

Hey Lisa! My weekend was a little blah, but this week is going to be good. Six Flags tomorrow!!! How was your weekend?

aprilisis

07-20-2010, 01:12 PM

This past weekend I went to Grandma's house:
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& I swam for about 2 hours in her pool:
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I LOVE that pool & I love to swim. I went in the pool a few weeks ago for the first time in about 20 years. I forgot how much it relaxes me & I really enjoyed myself. I made a promise to myself to get in there as often as possible.

Sunday, I went with my mom to put flowers at my Aunt's grave. Isis went for the ride (but stayed in the car, of course).
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I think that SHE thinks she could drive if we let her.
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I got two more photos of her this weekend.
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Last night we had some nasty storms. There was even a tornado warning for some of the towns north of us. I took some cloud photos with my cell phone. They aren't very good resolution.
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John's parents closed the diner for the week because they went to Greece...so that means John is on vacation! I am happy that we can do a few local things. So far all I know is tomorrow we are going to Six Flags New England. I'm definitely bringing my camera, so I should have a few good photos for you soon.

trickiwoo

07-21-2010, 02:46 PM

aprilisis

07-22-2010, 11:21 AM

Ooh! The pool looks so inviting right now!

Do you plan on having any pool time at your resort during your trip? We like to go for a swim in the evenings. I am so looking forward to that!

Aww! It looks like Isis loves going for car rides as much as Rosie does!

I am hoping to get a lot of pool time in during October. Stormalong Bay is so cool- I can't wait to swim in it!
It's funny you say that about Isis & car rides. She likes to be in the car for about an hour & then she starts to stress. I think it is because I got her right in the middle of a 2 month long car trip AND she took another month long car trip with me a year later. All I can imagine is that she's thinking "not another month in the car!!!" :rotfl:

aprilisis

07-22-2010, 12:02 PM

Yesterday, John & I went to Six Flags New England. It is about an hour from my house & we got there at about 11:30am. We followed the crowds to the gate.

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We had already decided to pay for the Platinum Flash Pass- which means no waiting & you can ride twice in a row if you want to. John was really nervous about the biggest coaster in the park-Bizarro (http://www.sixflags.com/newengland/rides/bizarro.aspx).
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The first drop is 221 feet & the coaster goes right under the ground. It lasts 3.5 minutes- which is actually long for a coaster. It doesn't go upside down or anything, but it is really intense. We rode Mind Eraser and Batman (both coasters with inversions) next.
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We headed to the other end of the park for a few more coasters.

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Now, here is what kills me. We went on the old rollercoaster at the park. The Cyclone is a wooden rollercoaster that has been there since 1941.
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John & I sat right in the front & it became pretty clear that they need to rehab this coaster. It was the scariest ride of the day because it felt like the coaster was going to come off of the track AND I got banged around so much that I have bruises- and here's the kicker...my phone that was in a plastic bag, in a case, got broken. The touch screen was all cracked. Since I insured my phone, they are going to overnight a new one to me. I HATE not having a phone. It survived all of those crazy coasters, but not the old, wooden one.
Anyways- we ended up getting rained on 2 times (both times they closed rides). When it rained, we stopped for ice cream, looked in the shops, and played some games. Sorry I don't have more photos, but I didn't take many because of the rain. I have a video for you, though. John talked me into going on this barf-o-rama ride:
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It was fun and I laughed, but all I can say is thank goodness for Dramamine!!!

All in all, it was a good day and it was a lot of fun. It is definitely expensive if you pay for the Flash Pass, but the trade off is not waiting in line. Six Flags also apparently has no control over their wasp & hornet population. They were EVERYWHERE. The park itself was very clean (besides the rest rooms) and they have cracked down on smoking. They have designated areas now. We both had a lot of fun.
I work until 7:30 tonight & get home at 8:30, so I won't see much of John. He is on vacation (which is VERY rare) & goes back to work Monday, so I have to cram in as much fun as I can this weekend. I'm trying to talk him into a whale watch in Boston Harbor. Have a great weekend!

trickiwoo

07-22-2010, 03:45 PM

All of those coasters look WAY too scary for me!!!

Haha, I don't mind going upside down... but I HATE going uphill and I HATE going downhill!

Oh no! Sorry about your phone!!!!

Beka

07-23-2010, 04:51 AM

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I love this picture of her! The expression on her face is too cute!

And I agree w/the other poster, those coasters are too much for me!

chanti

07-23-2010, 06:21 AM

You take some really good pictures!!:cool1:

I would love to see disney during halloween some day!! I am curious to see your costume this year!

If U Had Wings

07-26-2010, 09:41 AM

Love the pictures from Six Flags. I haven't been there since it was just Riverside. I used to love the Cyclone, but even then it was always very jarring!

aprilisis

07-27-2010, 10:49 AM

All of those coasters look WAY too scary for me!!!

Haha, I don't mind going upside down... but I HATE going uphill and I HATE going downhill!

Oh no! Sorry about your phone!!!!

That's too funny- I hate going uphill, but I love going downhill!! My insurance actually overnighted me a new phone right away, so it worked out very well.

I love this picture of her! The expression on her face is too cute!

And I agree w/the other poster, those coasters are too much for me!

Thanks! The only one that is REALLY intense is Bizarro. That is the 211 foot drop! The Cyclone was just scary. I just felt like it was going to fall apart!
Isis has so many expressions- it is so funny. I've never had a dog who made so many expressions before.

You take some really good pictures!!:cool1:

I would love to see disney during halloween some day!! I am curious to see your costume this year!

Thanks! Disney at Halloween is a MUST-do! I have to get moving on picking out a costume. I'm still clueless. :confused3

Love the pictures from Six Flags. I haven't been there since it was just Riverside. I used to love the Cyclone, but even then it was always very jarring!

I'm telling you- if you go to Six Flags, skip that ride!!!! :scared1:

aprilisis

07-27-2010, 10:52 AM

It was an awesome weekend. Saturday we went to a whale watch in Boston. It took less than an hour to get there & we parked in the Faneuil Hall garage. We exited the garage & saw part of the Faneuil Hall shopping area:
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I resisted the urge to shop. I went to pick up our tickets because I ordered them online earlier. (Good thing, too, since they were sold out when we arrived!)
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There was plenty to see while we waited for departure.
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Then our boat arrived:
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Some photos along the way:
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It took us about 1.5 hours to get to the Gulf of Maine. I stayed in the interior of the boat most of that time. I ventured out once while we were moving quickly, but it felt like the wind was going to blow my glasses off, so I decide it was best to stay inside. We saw about 4 whales, but I didn’t get too many good photos. There were too many people on the boat and the whales didn’t surface a heck of a lot. It was still very impressive to see them, though & I really enjoyed it.
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We got back after 6pm. Here is a photo leaving Boston:
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Continued in next post….

aprilisis

07-27-2010, 10:56 AM

For those of you who don’t know, John’s family owns a diner, so I usually only see him from 8pm until he falls asleep (which is early since he gets up for work at 3:30am). So being able to go out for breakfast with him Sunday was a treat! After breakfast, we headed up to Ipswich, MA to Wolf Hollow. They have 5 wolves there & they give presentations on the weekend.
The presentation was great. The Alpha male (Weeble) and a female (Nina) were both behind a fence during the presentation. The woman giving the presentation had treats and showed us how the female would jump up to get the treats, but the Alpha male wouldn’t. She brought out some cheese, though, and that was a whole different story. They LOVE cheese! There was another female named Jelly. She was supposed to be the Alpha female, but she just doesn’t like other wolves. They have to keep her by herself & have people visit her through the day. I guess she loves people & is happy without other animals. The other enclosure there holds Osa who is Nina’s sister (they don’t get along) and Bear. Osa WAS living alone, but…some genius living in Revere decided he was going to get a wolf/husky (knowing it is illegal in MA) and keep it in a 3 bedroom apartment. Well, after 2 days Bear ripped up everything & howled so much that the neighbors called police. The police told the guy to find a licensed facility to take Bear or they would euthanize him. It worked out well because Wolf Hollow needed a companion for Osa.

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Weeble & Nina:
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Osa & Bear (Bear is the Black one):
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Jelly:
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I wanted to take Jelly home! That was a great end to a great weekend. This week, John is getting everything at the diner ready to re-open next Monday. I’m hoping to talk him into a vineyard tour this weekend, though. Wish me luck!

DisneyCrafter

07-27-2010, 06:38 PM

Before I go back and read from the beginning I want to say that my DH and I will be in the world October 2-10. Our trip overlaps A LOT. I can't wait to "hear" your plans as I read!

aprilisis

07-28-2010, 06:32 AM

Before I go back and read from the beginning I want to say that my DH and I will be in the world October 2-10. Our trip overlaps A LOT. I can't wait to "hear" your plans as I read!

Welcome! I am thinking of planning a meet during that week- maybe during MK PM EMH or MNSSHP. What do you think?

Beka

07-28-2010, 06:45 AM

Those wolves look so neat! I'd love to go to something like that. & I'd cry like a baby to see a whale.

trickiwoo

07-28-2010, 10:25 AM

I love the whale and wolf pictures! So cool!

I've been dolphin watching a few times... but never whale watching! I want to go so bad!!! When I was little I LOVED whales and my 2nd grade class took a whale watching field trip. I was soooo excited and so looking forward to it! Then the day of the trip I woke up really sick and couldn't go to school! I was so upset I missed the trip! I hope that one day I'll be able to go whale watching!

mickeystoontown

07-28-2010, 10:39 AM

aprilisis

07-29-2010, 01:48 PM

Those wolves look so neat! I'd love to go to something like that. & I'd cry like a baby to see a whale.

I would highly recommend both to anyone! The best was hearing the wolves howl. They were just awesome!

I love the whale and wolf pictures! So cool!

I've been dolphin watching a few times... but never whale watching! I want to go so bad!!! When I was little I LOVED whales and my 2nd grade class took a whale watching field trip. I was soooo excited and so looking forward to it! Then the day of the trip I woke up really sick and couldn't go to school! I was so upset I missed the trip! I hope that one day I'll be able to go whale watching!

You definitely should go whale watching. It was great! Though I have to say- I saw more in Alaska when I was there. I think they may like cooler water more than warmer water.

aprilisis

07-29-2010, 02:41 PM

Yowza! You packed a lot of great stuff into one weekend. There's no way that I would have gotten on any of those coasters! You are a much braver woman that I am that's for sure.

The whale watching sounds fantastic! The closest I would get to watching an aquatic animal around my house is a turtle or a fish.

Aww those wolves looked so happy eating their cheese and treats. I know your love for animals so I am sure that the whale watching and seeing the wolves were the highlight of your weekend.

You are very lucky to have so many interesting things nearby. We have nothing even remotely interesting near our home.

I bet I could get you to go on the big coaster that doesn't go upside down. ;)

I would love it if I had turtles around my house. I have 2 in a big tank in my house. It kills me because I would love to let them go, but our winters would be WAY too cold for this species.

I really loved the whale watch and wolves. John loved the wolves a little more than the whales, I think. I did, too. :)

We have a lot to do here, but I bet your scenery is a lot more interesting in Louisiana! You definitely have us beat as far as warmer weather. :goodvibes

I'm going to go over & read more about your trip to Georgia now. I'm loving your mini-TR within a TR!

aprilisis

08-02-2010, 09:38 AM

I picked a costume- it may be a bit of a cop-out, but I decided to go as a Merlotte's employee. For those of you scratching your heads :rotfl:, it is a "True Blood" thing. I wanted to wear a costume, but I guess I really didn't want something I was going to be sweating in or something that would make it difficult to get on & off rides. I can wear the t-shirt & apron with shorts & it will be very comfortable. I need to get an order pad & pen or something, too. Or maybe I will put a pencil behind my ear. I will be interested to see how many people actually know what I am supposed to be, too! Here is the photo from the website:
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I'm SOOOOO looking forward to this vacation.

This weekend we went to dinner at an orchard/vineyard. They had the best wine ever. They grow the grapes that make it! The food was tasty.
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The view was fantastic.
This week is shaping up to be a crazy one. I may update my itinerary & I will post it ASAP. I hope everyone is still with me after not having Disney updates for a while!

mickeystoontown

08-02-2010, 10:16 AM

Of course we are still with you April! You guys always do the best stuff on the weekends.

trickiwoo

08-02-2010, 01:25 PM

That looks like a very practical costume! And it will be really cool if people recognize it and comment on it!

Oh my goodness... I have no idea what I'm going to do for Halloween!

racefanof88

08-02-2010, 11:46 PM

I'm still with you April. I haven't been posting as much lately either :guilty:.

You definitely want a costume that will be cool. Even though my costume dress was short; I thought I was going to have a heat stroke :eek:. It was SOOOOO hot.

Your pictures of the food are good. That steak looks delicious :lovestruc.

aprilisis

08-03-2010, 06:54 AM

Of course we are still with you April! You guys always do the best stuff on the weekends.

Thanks! Well, the fun weekend stuff is over. :sad2: John is back to work. It made me think, though, that we (John & I) need to do more than just go to dinner. Luckily, when I suggested maybe bowling or dance lessons, he sounded interested! I just want to get out & do different things. We are supposed to go bowling this weekend now & it should be interesting. I haven't bowled in about 10 years. We'll see if I can keep the ball in my own lane. :rotfl:
When are you in WDW next year?? I am going to plan a short summer trip next year. This summer was WAAAAAAY too long without WDW!!!

That looks like a very practical costume! And it will be really cool if people recognize it and comment on it!

Oh my goodness... I have no idea what I'm going to do for Halloween!

:) I just figured I would go the practical route this time. It is a step up from nothing which is what I did last year! :lmao:
How long will you be in MV in October??

I'm still with you April. I haven't been posting as much lately either :guilty:.

You definitely want a costume that will be cool. Even though my costume dress was short; I thought I was going to have a heat stroke :eek:. It was SOOOOO hot.

Your pictures of the food are good. That steak looks delicious :lovestruc.

That food was awesome. John loved the steak. What you can't see is the hickory smoked roasted corn with parmesan inside the artichoke on my plate. I didn't take photos of the appetizers, either- we had a cheese plate & fondue that was amazing!
I'm definitely happy with the costume being cooler. Now I have to find shorts to go with the rest of it.
I'm so happy you will be there in December! I am going to update my itinerary this week.

aprilisis

08-03-2010, 08:39 AM

I wanted to update my December itinerary & share some of my December photos from 2007. I have to apologize in advance for the quality of some of the photos.

Monday December 6, 2010- Arrive at 11am. We will pick up the rental car (I got a convertible!) and stop at Winn Dixie for some snacks & water. We will most likely take the monorail to Epcot for a short time, then dinner at Artist Point. If we aren’t too tired, we will head over to EMH at MK.

Tuesday December 7, 2010- Breakfast at Kona café at 10am, then possibly Universal & IOA. I want to be sure to get to DHS for Osborne lights before our late dinner at California Grill.

Wednesday December 8, 2010- I am planning on heading to AK early, then whatever in the afternoon until our dinner at Yachtsman.

Thursday December 9, 2010- We will have breakfast at 1900 Park Fare followed by the afternoon at Epcot. Dinner is booked at Crystal Palace and we will spend the evening at MVMCP.

Friday December 10, 2010- We leave for the airport at about 8:30am.

I am going to have to split up these photos into a few posts, but they are from December 2007.
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These were all taken from the parade during MVMCP:
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AKL:
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AK:
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Downtown Disney:
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Continued in next post…..

aprilisis

08-03-2010, 08:41 AM

Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights & DHS:
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Continued in next post……..

aprilisis

08-03-2010, 08:43 AM

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Epcot:
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Candlelight Processional (Neil Patrick Harris):
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I think these are all Boardwalk, but one or two may be Beach Club:
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GF:
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WL:
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Poly:
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I love that the airport has a tree, too!
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Is it December yet? :rotfl:

If U Had Wings

08-03-2010, 08:55 AM

mickeystoontown

08-03-2010, 09:09 AM

I would love love love to go to Disney at Christmas time. As a matter of fact, I said that this weekend......I want to go to Disney at Halloween and Christmas. But, like If U Had Wings said, I've got to win the lottery first.

Oh, you asked what our dates were next Summer. We'll be there May 25th through June 4th. I may have to change it to May 26th through June 4th 'cause I added in an extra day that my boss doesn't know about. I may start feeling bad about doing that later on and cut it back to the 25th.

aprilisis

08-04-2010, 11:10 AM

All the pictures are making me wish I could go back in December again. Baring winning the lottery it sadly just isn't possible.
I love the idea for the Halloween costume. You'll be nice and comfortable all night long.

I am going in December, but I won't be going back for a while. I'm going to have WDW withdrawals!

I would love love love to go to Disney at Christmas time. As a matter of fact, I said that this weekend......I want to go to Disney at Halloween and Christmas. But, like If U Had Wings said, I've got to win the lottery first.

Oh, you asked what our dates were next Summer. We'll be there May 25th through June 4th. I may have to change it to May 26th through June 4th 'cause I added in an extra day that my boss doesn't know about. I may start feeling bad about doing that later on and cut it back to the 25th.

I love WDW during October & the first 2 weeks in December. The crowds aren't too bad & the atmosphere is great! I still wish I could have worked out a summer trip this year (summer hours are the best!)...but I couldn't afford another trip. I'm already pushing it by going in December.
I'm thinking of a long weekend trip in June next year. I REALLY missed WDW this summer & last summer.

aprilisis

08-19-2010, 09:34 AM

mickeystoontown

08-19-2010, 09:45 AM

Sorry I have been MIA for a while. I promise to get caught up on everyone's threads this weekend. I have been SO full of anxiety lately that I had to ask my doctor for help. I feel relieved that they could actually help me & I slept last night for the first time in weeks. You know...I bet I wouldn't be this bad if I went to WDW this summer!!! :rotfl: It is just all work related anxiety & I am usually able to let it go. For some reason, I just can't this time. I keep telling myself- everything will be better in October....on the 4th to be precise. ;)

I know exactly how you feel. I have had those times when you just feel "blah" or "worked up" and can't get a good night's sleep. I told John just the other day that I wish I had a "Magic Pill" that would enable me to sleep all night long without dreaming.

Glad to hear that the doctor gave you a prescription and you were able to sleep. Keep thinking October...October...October!

racefanof88

08-19-2010, 09:58 PM

April, I can understand the stress you have been under. I think the economy is really getting a lot of people down. It is hard to take a deep breath when no one really knows how secure their jobs are.

I'm glad you were able to get some relief from your doctor. You are blessed that you have a doctor that listens to you. I too have one like that and I am so thankful for him.

aprilisis

08-20-2010, 06:47 AM

I know exactly how you feel. I have had those times when you just feel "blah" or "worked up" and can't get a good night's sleep. I told John just the other day that I wish I had a "Magic Pill" that would enable me to sleep all night long without dreaming.

Glad to hear that the doctor gave you a prescription and you were able to sleep. Keep thinking October...October...October!

Thanks!! I am going to do more October planning this weekend. Plus I can't wait to get caught up on everyone's threads this weekend!!!

April, I can understand the stress you have been under. I think the economy is really getting a lot of people down. It is hard to take a deep breath when no one really knows how secure their jobs are.

I'm glad you were able to get some relief from your doctor. You are blessed that you have a doctor that listens to you. I too have one like that and I am so thankful for him.

Actually- in this case the economy is not what is driving me nuts. My co-workers are major slackers & I am the one who ends up doing all the work. I just can't believe some people totally take their jobs for granted.
I LOVE my doctors & the health facilities I visit. They have all been fantastic & very helpful. Actually- the doctors are good, but the nurses are GREAT. :goodvibes

If U Had Wings

08-20-2010, 10:05 AM

I'm glad to hear that your visit to the doctor has helped. I can definitely relate. Your going to be in Disney before you know it!

aprilisis

08-22-2010, 11:59 AM

Just when things seem to be getting back to normal...Friday we had to put our cat down. He was 21. It is tough having a pet for so long & having to let go like that. It was definitely his time. He was a great cat, though. Here is Binky earlier this year (showing his age):

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/mrbinks.jpg

Here he is as a young cat:

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/binky.jpg

I also found out my Dad is getting a divorce- from his 3rd wife. Which is not a bad thing. She is a miserable human being & the reason I have only seen my Dad maybe a handful of times in the last 10 years.

So I guess I feel like there is this tornado of chaos going on in my life right now. This just makes me feel like I have to really take care of myself that much more. I really can't wait for October. I found out last night that my brother may be joining us for that last weekend! I'm just really counting the days until then. Thank goodness for you guys & your PTRs & Trs. You all keep me sane. :goodvibes

aprilisis

08-22-2010, 12:04 PM

I'm glad to hear that your visit to the doctor has helped. I can definitely relate. Your going to be in Disney before you know it!

Thanks! I was just relieved that they could acually help me. I can't handle much more stress! I'm about to go over & get caught up on your threads. :)

racefanof88

08-22-2010, 06:27 PM

trickiwoo

08-22-2010, 09:17 PM

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/100_2008.jpg

Is that Lucy the Margate Elephant up there?? That's one of my favorite buildings!!! Here's a photo I took of Lucy a few years ago:

http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/2504/lucyo.jpg

I've been too busy to post much lately... so at least you don't have a lot of catching up to do on my PTR! ;)

I'm glad to hear you're finally getting some sleep! Don't worry! October 4th will be here before you know it!

I am so sorry about the loss of your cat!

If U Had Wings

08-23-2010, 08:52 AM

I'm so sorry to hear about your cat! At least you'll be able to start reconnecting more with your dad. Just think you'll be in Disney before you know it. :goodvibes

aprilisis

08-26-2010, 08:17 AM

I'm sorry to hear about your kitty. I know it is hard to say goodbye to a special friend.

If you and your dad get to re-connect then the divorce WILL be a good thing. I don't understand how a person can live with themselves knowing they have caused a divide between a parent and a child.

I know you are so ready to be at Disney. I can't wait to get there too :love::lovestruc.

Thanks! Hey...your September trip is right around the corner!!! Are you excited??? I just hit the 39 day mark. :woohoo:

Is that Lucy the Margate Elephant up there?? That's one of my favorite buildings!!! Here's a photo I took of Lucy a few years ago:

http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/2504/lucyo.jpg

I've been too busy to post much lately... so at least you don't have a lot of catching up to do on my PTR! ;)

I'm glad to hear you're finally getting some sleep! Don't worry! October 4th will be here before you know it!

I am so sorry about the loss of your cat!

Thanks! What/where is that building? I've never heard of it- and I totally didn't notice it in the photo before! D'oh! :rotfl:

I'm so sorry to hear about your cat! At least you'll be able to start reconnecting more with your dad. Just think you'll be in Disney before you know it. :goodvibes

Thanks! You know- in the last week I have talked more with my dad than I have in the past 10 years that he was married.
I have to say it again:
39 Days!!!!!!!!!!
:stitch::dumbo::goofy::figment::hmghost::tigger:
:sulley::donald::mickeyjum:simba::ccat::maleficen

aprilisis

08-26-2010, 08:38 AM

I wish I had more of an update, but there isn't much going on here. I have just been working my behind off. I can't wait to get there. Can I ask you all a favor? Will you please post your favorite photo from your first and last trips to WDW? I hope everyone has a great weekend. I'm going to try to find some WDW photos to scan this weekend so I have something new for you next week.

If U Had Wings

08-26-2010, 09:25 AM

I know what you mean about things being crazy. I've been swamped at work lately, and it's been exhausting. It doesn't help that I've been dealing with some home issues as well. (as in things breaking down around my home).

I love the picture idea. I'm going to have to find my favorites when I get home from work today.

aprilisis

08-26-2010, 11:17 AM

aprilisis

08-26-2010, 11:26 AM

2 things...ideeli is having a sale on Disney Couture jewelry!!! I did some damage.
Can anyone see the tickers in my signature??!?!? I can't see them, but I don't know if it is a firewall issue here.

racefanof88

08-27-2010, 01:12 PM

Hey April :wave: The countdown tickers aren't working for some reason :confused3.

I am really getting excited about my trip; I am at one week now :banana::dance3::woohoo::yay::cool1:.

aprilisis

08-29-2010, 12:20 AM

OMG you guys...i don't know how much more tragedy my family can take. I just found out my 29 year old cousin died tonight. He is the Dad of the sweet little boy named Hayden in some of the other photos you have seen. I'm in shock right now & I don't know how long it will take me to get back on the boards...i just wanted to let you all know what is going on. This really is difficult. I fell to my knees when I got the news. A 29 year old guy who lives for his son & is a great person. Why? Ugh. Long road ahead.

If U Had Wings

08-30-2010, 09:02 AM

April, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. I've lost several really close friends before the age of 30 and it's incredibly difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with your family now.:hug:

mickeystoontown

08-30-2010, 09:31 AM

racefanof88

08-31-2010, 10:56 AM

April, I am so sorry to hear about your cousin. I will keep your family in my prayers.

trickiwoo

08-31-2010, 05:17 PM

Thanks! What/where is that building? I've never heard of it- and I totally didn't notice it in the photo before! D'oh! :rotfl:

Her name is Lucy and she's in Margate, NJ (near Atlantic City) She's 6 stories tall. She was built in 1882 and over the years has been a restaurant, an office, a cottage, and a tavern. Now she's a museum/historic landmark! You can go on a tour inside her! It's pretty neat! If you're ever in Atlantic City, you should definitely stop and see Lucy!

Can I ask you all a favor? Will you please post your favorite photo from your first and last trips to WDW?

My first and last trips to WDW are the same trip! (I've only been once!) I'm having SUCH a hard time narrowing it down to just one photo... but I think I might have to go with:

http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/8527/glowtini.jpg

I am so very sorry to hear about your cousin! That is absolutely tragic! I hope you and your family are managing to cope during this difficult time.

Beka

09-01-2010, 07:31 AM

:( so sorry about all the family things going on.

Hope these help:

From my most recent trip, last August
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt243/MBDisneyFan/Aug%2018%2009/EPCOT.jpg
The whole fam-damily on the 1st anniversary of my 29th b-day!

From my 1st trip:
http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g71/boogsmom/Disney%20Trip%20Report/File0657.jpg
I was 4 at the time. My sister passed away when I was 16, so a pic that combines Disney & family is precious to me!

I also love this one:
http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g71/boogsmom/Disney%20Trip%20Report/File0644.jpg

aprilisis

09-03-2010, 09:56 AM

April, I'm so sorry to hear about your cousin. I've lost several really close friends before the age of 30 and it's incredibly difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with your family now.:hug:

Thanks. :hug:

April, I am so very very sorry to hear about your cousin. I will be praying for you and for your family. :littleangel:

Thanks, Lisa. :goodvibes

April, I am so sorry to hear about your cousin. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Thank you so much. :)

Her name is Lucy and she's in Margate, NJ (near Atlantic City) She's 6 stories tall. She was built in 1882 and over the years has been a restaurant, an office, a cottage, and a tavern. Now she's a museum/historic landmark! You can go on a tour inside her! It's pretty neat! If you're ever in Atlantic City, you should definitely stop and see Lucy!
My first and last trips to WDW are the same trip! (I've only been once!) I'm having SUCH a hard time narrowing it down to just one photo... but I think I might have to go with:
I am so very sorry to hear about your cousin! That is absolutely tragic! I hope you and your family are managing to cope during this difficult time.

I love the glowtini photo.
Thanks.

:( so sorry about all the family things going on.

Hope these help:

From my most recent trip, last August
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt243/MBDisneyFan/Aug%2018%2009/EPCOT.jpg
The whole fam-damily on the 1st anniversary of my 29th b-day!

From my 1st trip:
http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g71/boogsmom/Disney%20Trip%20Report/File0657.jpg
I was 4 at the time. My sister passed away when I was 16, so a pic that combines Disney & family is precious to me!

I also love this one:
http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g71/boogsmom/Disney%20Trip%20Report/File0644.jpg

Thanks.
Love the photos!!!!

aprilisis

09-03-2010, 10:14 AM

The services were SO difficult this week. I feel SO bad for my Aunt & Uncle- but there's nothing I could do. I can't tell you how much I will miss my cousin, Tim. He was the best Dad, a talented musician, a very patient, kind and gentle person, and the first peson to offer help to anyone in need. We were lucky to have him for that short time. Here are some photos- the first one is Tim as a kid- I took it with my first camera:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/tim_motorcycle.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/1452.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/th4.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/th1.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/th.jpg

I should have thought to take photos of the photo boards I made for the services, but I wasn't thinking clearly. Well, about 600-700 people showed up to pay their respects. They had to re-route traffic & they were playing his music in vans parked on the street. Somehow...none of it makes me feel better. Tim was like a brother to me and I will miss him terribly.

I just wanted to post quickly & let you know I will be back Wednesday. John & I are headed to the MGM Grand at Foxwoods on Monday night for a change of scenery. I also have to go to CT for my cousin's daughter's birthday on Sunday. I'm going to try to get caught up on everyone's threads on Saturday in between cleaning & laundry.
Thank you all so much for your kind words. I really, really appreciate it. :grouphug:

If U Had Wings

09-07-2010, 09:37 AM

All of the pictures are just wonderful. I hope your able to clear your head a bit with a few days away.

aprilisis

09-07-2010, 04:05 PM

All of the pictures are just wonderful. I hope your able to clear your head a bit with a few days away.

Thanks! I definitely feel a little better. I hope you're feeling better, too!!

Just a quick note: DO NOT open any e-mails from my Hotmail account. My account was hijacked & messages are getting sent to my contact list. My computer didn't even have a virus- it is something on Microsoft's end. They are not answering any questions or anything. I can't find a contact e-mail or number for Hotmail help, either. :headache:

aprilisis

09-10-2010, 11:02 PM

Things are ok here- I am missing (my cousin) Tim at this moment in time. I should have an update soon with all of my quirky t-shirts I have for this trip & the COOLEST Mickey ears EVER. Thanks for sticking with me through some tough times. :goodvibes

aprilisis

09-12-2010, 10:27 AM

I was scanning some photos yesterday & I wanted to share a few.
Kennicott, Alaska:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/kennicottAK.jpg

Mesa Verde National Park, CO:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/mesaverde-1.jpg

A Whale Tail in Seward, Alaska:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/whaletail.jpg

Silverton, CO:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/silvertonCO.jpg

A Lake outside of Anchorage, Alaska:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/AKLake.jpg

Cave drawings in Utah:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/caveinUT.jpg

The old "Psycho" house at Universal (1998):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/psychohouse.jpg

Beetlejuice in Universal (2001):
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Beetlejuice-1.jpg

The entrance to Walt Disney World:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/WDWentrance.jpg

MK during MNSSHP:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/MNSSHP-1.jpg

Halloween Parade shots:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/MNSSHP2.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/MNSSHP1-1.jpg

The best part of the parade:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/headlesshorseman.jpg

And finally, a better shot of the new kitty cat who still remains nameless:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/kittycat.jpg

By the way- I told you guys she looks just like my first cat...here is a photo of my first cat:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Teabag.jpg

I'm still working on a packing list & I will have some photos of my recent purchases & quirky t-shirts for the trip. I hope everyone is having a great weekend!:goodvibes

If U Had Wings

09-13-2010, 08:52 AM

Great picture of the headless horseman! That's my favorite part of MNSSHP. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that there is no rain.

mickeystoontown

09-13-2010, 08:57 AM

Hey! I've been to Silverton, Colorado and Mesa Verde. That was way back in 1996. My sister lived in Durango, Colorado at the time and John and I visited her and her family one Summer. That part of the country is absolutely beautiful.

The pictures of Alaska are gorgeous. My Dad's dream was to go to Alaska but it never came about.

What I wouldn't give to visit WDW during Halloween. From your pictures, it looks like it would be a great time to visit. My favorite pic is the one of the Headless Horseman.

aprilisis

09-13-2010, 11:21 AM

Great picture of the headless horseman! That's my favorite part of MNSSHP. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that there is no rain.

Thanks! Me, too!!!!

Hey! I've been to Silverton, Colorado and Mesa Verde. That was way back in 1996. My sister lived in Durango, Colorado at the time and John and I visited her and her family one Summer. That part of the country is absolutely beautiful.

The pictures of Alaska are gorgeous. My Dad's dream was to go to Alaska but it never came about.

What I wouldn't give to visit WDW during Halloween. From your pictures, it looks like it would be a great time to visit. My favorite pic is the one of the Headless Horseman.

Thanks! I really loved CO, too- I was there in 1999. It seems like forever ago. Alaska was just incredible. I want to do the Disney Cruise.

Halloween is such a fun time in WDW. The Food & Wine Festival is awesome, too!! The Headless Horseman is SO awesome because he rides in on a HUGE black horse that makes the ground shake as she or he runs by.

aprilisis

09-13-2010, 11:26 AM

I finally ordered a swimsuit, some shorts & a new dress for October. (My Eeyore bathing suit fell apart already:sad2:) I borrowed the following 3 photos from the clothing store site.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/0305_19414_mm.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/shorts.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/suit.jpg

I LOVE quirky t-shirts, so I took some photos of some of the ones I plan to wear in October.
This one is titled “The Binge”:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5170.jpg

This one is Admiral Ackbar with a finger trap- In Return of the Jedi, his big line was “It’s a Trap!” (My nerdiness is really shining through now!)
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5180.jpg

In case you can’t see the small print it says “Some Motivation Required”:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5177.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5171.jpg

This was a Disneystore.com sale shirt:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5172.jpg

This is “Zombie Candy Corn”:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5173.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5175.jpg

This is a Sea Monster who has swallowed a lot of stuff:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5178.jpg

This is a Richard Cheese (lounge singer/comedian) shirt:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5179.jpg

Movie ratings:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5181.jpg

& on the back:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5182.jpg

I got out my big, pink suitcase & my luggage tag:
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5183.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/PTROCT/IMG_5185.jpg

I’m working on my packing list today & I should have more to post by the end of the week. Have a great day, everyone!!

PS- What's up with the countdown tickers not being displayed again?

aprilisis

09-14-2010, 02:24 PM

I just found out that my mom's dog pulled a muscle in her leg & they did an xray- she might have cancer in her OTHER leg. The leg with the possible cancerous growth is the side she had hip surgery on when she was younger.
Poor, Gracie! She is only 8, but she is a BIG dog. I'm afraid to hear what the vets say. I hope someone can give us good news for a change.
http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/IMG_3304.jpg

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv167/aprilisis/Graciegreen.jpg

mickeystoontown

09-14-2010, 02:30 PM

My goodness April, how much more can you guys withstand? I will continue to hold you in my prayers. :grouphug:

mickeystoontown

09-14-2010, 02:32 PM

I was saddened by your news and forgot to comment on all the different shirt designs you posted. I love them all. They are so cute and "different". Probably why I love 'em so.:rotfl:

aprilisis

09-14-2010, 02:42 PM

My goodness April, how much more can you guys withstand? I will continue to hold you in my prayers. :grouphug:

I was saddened by your news and forgot to comment on all the different shirt designs you posted. I love them all. They are so cute and "different". Probably why I love 'em so.:rotfl:

Thanks! :hug: Things just stink lately. I feel awful for my mom. On JUST her side of the family we lost my Mom's sister (who was 39), her father, her mother, her nephew, and another dog- just since 2005. I wish I could do something.

I'm glad someone "gets" my odd sense of humor! I ordered another shirt...(If you watched "Friends", you will probably get it) It says "Hello my name is Regina Phalange". :rotfl: It was Phoebe's favorite alias on the show.

mickeystoontown

09-14-2010, 02:44 PM

Thanks! :hug: Things just stink lately. I feel awful for my mom. On JUST her side of the family we lost my Mom's sister (who was 39), her father, her mother, her nephew, and another dog- just since 2005. I wish I could do something.

I'm glad someone "gets" my odd sense of humor! I ordered another shirt...(If you watched "Friends", you will probably get it) It says "Hello my name is Regina Phalange". :rotfl: It was Phoebe's favorite alias on the show.

You tell your mother that I am thinking about her. I know it's hard hearing something like that. Our pets are like our family too.

You now I "get" the odd sense of humor. We've all got one too.

Lacey would love love love the Regina Phalange shirt. Phoebe is her favorite character on Friends.

aprilisis

09-14-2010, 02:46 PM

You tell your mother that I am thinking about her. I know it's hard hearing something like that. Our pets are like our family too.

You now I "get" the odd sense of humor. We've all got one too.

Lacey would love love love the Regina Phalange shirt. Phoebe is her favorite character on Friends.

Thanks! I will definitely tell her.

racefanof88

09-14-2010, 06:41 PM

If U Had Wings

09-15-2010, 08:38 AM

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's dog. Sometimes you wonder just how much one can take.

I love the t-shirts though! I don't know which one is my favorite the binged out cookie monster or the zombie candy corn. They all made me laugh though today. :goodvibes

aprilisis

09-15-2010, 11:28 AM

I love your tee shirts :lmao:. I think the movie rating shirt is really funny. I'm sorry to hear about your mom's dog. Your family has been through a lot lately. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Your trip is less than 3 weeks now :banana:

Thanks! I'm so worried about Gracie. Her appointment with the specialist is tomorrow.

The NC-17 rating on the back is the one on that shirt that really cracks me up!!

I'm so sorry to hear about your mom's dog. Sometimes you wonder just how much one can take.

I love the t-shirts though! I don't know which one is my favorite the binged out cookie monster or the zombie candy corn. They all made me laugh though today. :goodvibes

Thanks! I'm hoping the spot on the x-ray is just scar tissue from her hip surgery years ago, but I don't know enough about medical issues to even know if that is possible.

You know- I think my favorite is the zombie candy corn shirt!

Thanks so much for all of the kind words & prayers. You guys are the best! :grouphug: