Day 5, Epcot Day:
We woke up around 8:40 and headed out to the CL. We couldnt quite figure out the espresso machine even though there's perfectly good directions posted to it and I had made it work previously... The very nice Robbie helped us. He was as pleasant as could be and always had a smile to share whenever we saw him. We took some breakfast down to the pool utilizing our very nifty cooler we received at the beginning of the trip.
The pool at Jambo House is my favorite on property so far. I just love the lush foliage everywhere.
Looks like a balloon snuck its way in.
We enjoyed the pool for a few hours and when noon came around and no word from R & M I started to get antsy. We decided to head off to Epcot without them and texted them to call when they woke up. We got to the park between 1-1:30 and went straight to Soarin to get FPs. Our plan was for R & M to use them when they showed up. After that we enjoyed a nice ride on LWTL which was a walk on and then headed outside to wait for them.
We enjoyed some snacks mom had brought from the CL and luxuriated in the sun. R & M had to wait ages for an Epcot bus and made it there around 2:15. They didnt want to use the FPs we got but wanted to go on the ride together so we had them get FPs as well and the time they overlapped was 3:20. So we had a little time to kill and went on LWTL again. Everyone enjoyed it. We still had some time to kill and we were all hungry so went to Sunshine Seasons.
Mom and I got the beet salad to split which was scrumptious.
And I had heard such good things about the strawberry shortcake I wanted to try it for myself. I have to admit I was a bit disappointed. It was a little dry.
R had a turkey sandwich and M had a chicken Caesar salad. I missed getting pictures and they didnt remind me for once. M enjoyed her salad. R felt like the bread on his sandwich was too thick.
Sorry this is grainy but I was trying to be inconspicuous with my phone instead of the big camera. At first I thought he was wearing a strange shirt until I realized they were gorgeous tattoos.
Off to Soarin to use our FPs. We still had a 15 minute wait inside, but that was better than a 50 minute standby wait. They loved it as expected.
Off to the World Showcase for some exploration. We skipped the movie in Canada. I think the timing was a bit off. Off to England where the three of them took some pictures in the photo booths. I went off for some fish and chips since the salad earlier was just not enough.
Mom came and found me and got some chips of her own. We sat in the little area behind the fish and chips shop where R & M found us. They had stopped for some beers at the pub.
We had a little relaxing break. Not like wed been over exerting ourselves already. I guess we were just in a slow mode that day. The ducks and birds in that area had gotten quite used to getting treats from the tourists. This duck was quite mad mom didnt share her chips with him and proceeded to press his foot against hers in protest. I wish wish wish I had gotten a picture of that. This was just afterwards.
These people were not helping the situation.
After a lovely little break we headed to France. We just missed the show so we went to the bakery for some goodies.
Mom had a crème brulee which she declared was one of the best shes ever had.
I had a chocolate mousse which was delicious but put me in sugar overload.
M also had a chocolate mousse and a coffee slushie. R had a strawberry slushie. As we were enjoying our treats a CM named Mark came by for a chat. He was very nice but had such a lisp we all had a bit of trouble understanding him. We did however all hear him tell M that if R didnt treat her good she could always go off with him. Oh my. Where was Mark yesterday? All in good fun but it was a taxing conversation since he was so hard to understand. We graciously made our exit by saying we needed to go see the movie and headed around the corner. Unfortunately we missed the next one so had to wait again. Everyone enjoyed the movie when we finally made it in.
When we came out it was raining cats and dogs. Thankfully R & M had the foresight to bring us all ponchos. I am so glad they thought to not only bring some for them but for us also. We traipsed off in the rain and stopped in Morocco. Mom, M, & I went directly to the shops and R went for a strawberry daiquiri. He said it was one of the best hes ever had. The CM seemed glad to have a customer and made it extra delicious. I found a lovely silver bracelet and mom found some incense.
It stopped raining as hard when we left the shop. Mary Ellen had given such a raving review of the lamb burger that I told R & M about them. Of course they had to try them and said they were absolutely delicious.
This is a terrible picture but you can see where we went next. Across the way there was a little Adornment museum of clothing and jewelry. The whole time I was in there I thought I needed to take pictures for you guys but totally failed my apologies. It was well laid out with some great items, definitely worth checking out.
Then off to Japan to continue our adventure. Mom wanted to show R & M the koi pond so I went to get a strawberry shaved ice with sweet milk on top. Absolutely delicious!
Then we all went into the shop to peruse the goods. I found some lovely things to add to my Ponyo collection. If you havent seen that movie its wonderful. Back out into the rain and we headed to Italy. R & M first stopped for some saki before leaving. They all stopped in Italy but I needed a bathroom and the closest one was in Germany so I headed that way. A CM had just wiped off some benches so I took a nice rest and waited for everybody.
I just get the feeling he really didn't want to be there and as a result his planning was so poor.
Crazy around here! Yesterday I started getting caught up with some of the TRs. 
Right now we're going to be at BWV, but BCV is my second choice simply because of SAB. And I think adding a day to your trip is perfect!! Bill gets irritated with me because my mom and I always add a day...maybe two...or three
BCV will be a nice change of pace for yall.
I booked VWL for that night. 
