A Private Dance with Cinderella... Our Surprise Trip Jan 2011 (completed 7/18!) - The DIS Discussion Forums

BigTex71 · 02-10-2011, 03:37 PM

Exhibit A: Your Letter Confirming Your Reservation At The Nuthouse

Dear Sir/Madam:

This letter confirms your willingness to enter the strange, yet enticing world of the ramblings of the amateur writer known in the Disney community as BigTex71. Please sign the guest log (by replying in this thread) and let it be known that you waive all your rights to a normal trip report. By acknowledging your willingness to continue down this dangerous path, I cannot be held responsible for any sudden outbursts of laughter or rashes on your scalp due to the head-scratching some of my keyboard-induced quirkiness may induce.

Consider yourself warned.

Possibly Sincerely,
BigTex71

BigTex71 · 02-10-2011, 03:39 PM

Preface: Come in! Come in and know me better, man!

Chapter 1: Wait! Wait! We are going to the castle TODAY?!

Chapter 2: Planes, Condos, and Automobiles

Chapter 3: We dance, we kiss, we schmooze, we carry on, we go home happy. What do you say? Come on. * This is from a Disney movie...can you name it? (No internet searches!)

Chapter 4: It’s all fun and games until someone gets a concussion.

Chapter 5: The Wizarding World – where wonders will willingly wake weary wanderers

Chapter 6: Islands and Africa

Chapter 7: Diners, Drive-Ins, and Drives

Chapter 8: Chafe and a haircut, two bits

Chapter 9: Around the World in 80 Parsecs

Chapter 10: Allergic to Tower of Terror?

Chapter 11: A Little Magic at Magic Kingdom

Chapter 12: Song Long, Farewell, Auf Weidersehen, Goodbye

BigTex71 · 02-10-2011, 03:50 PM

For those of you who have not read my pre-trip report, WHY THE HECK NOT?! Am I really going to have to set the stage again? Well, if you are as lazy as I am and don’t like clicking on links to other reports just to read this one, you are in luck! I am going to include a little background information about me and my family. This will be a quick - and maybe even informative – way to get to know the characters you will be reading about (if you continue past this part of this ‘unique’ trip report.)

Me, Myself, and I: I am an avid Disneyholic and got ‘bitten’ by the Disney bug a few years ago. I live for my family and for visits to Disney destinations. Between trips I like to watch baseball (I have been an avid Texas Rangers fan since I was born), play Rock Band/Guitar Hero games with my son, watch movies, play golf (even though I haven’t played in years – but hopefully that will change this spring), and hang out with my family. I recently became a home-based travel agent specializing in Disney vacations in addition to my regular gig as an IT Server Administrator for a cutting-edge medical group. I may have been told once or twice that I have a unique sense of humor – I’ll leave that up to you, though.

DW: She has to put up with my shenanigans on a daily basis, so feel sorry for her. She is starting to move over to the light of being a self-proclaimed Disneyholic, too. She works full-time and still finds time to play with the kids, clean house, and help our son with his homework. I am a lucky guy. (Yes, she will probably read this.)

DS: A 10 year old boy who likes Disney, video games, Harry Potter stuff, video games, eating, video games, hanging out with the family, video games… well, you get the picture.

DD: She turned 4 a few days before we surprised the kids with this trip to The World. So it was a birthday celebration trip in addition to the family vacation. She is a Disney Princess (at least in her mind), loves to play dress-up and she likes to play Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover at home (as well as watch other BBB videos on You Tube daily.) She may be slightly spoiled – but in a good way.

DM: My mother since birth. She is a kind and generous woman who is sweeter than the day is long. She likes to hang out with family and have a good time, though her 'earth experience' causes her to pass on some of the more exciting rides at Disney.

If you want more background about us or the build-up for this trip, please feel free to read my Pre Trip Report here.

Up next, how we surprised the kids with the trip…

Captain_Oblivious · 02-10-2011, 04:09 PM

First one in!!

BigTex71 · 02-10-2011, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captain_Oblivious

First one in!!

WooHoo! Welcome. Glad you decided to come along for the ride.

scott2997 · 02-10-2011, 04:48 PM

Coming along for the ride!!!

Grumpy's Wife · 02-10-2011, 04:48 PM

I'm coming along for the ride too.

I'm looking forward to hearing all about your trip.

BridgetR3 · 02-10-2011, 05:24 PM

I'm in!!!

lovegrumpy · 02-10-2011, 05:24 PM

Jumping on board.

BigTex71 · 02-10-2011, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scott2997

Coming along for the ride!!!

Thanks, be sure to buckle up!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Grumpy's Wife

I'm coming along for the ride too. I'm looking forward to hearing all about your trip.

Welcome!

Quote:

Originally Posted by BridgetR3

I'm in!!!

Please raise your arms and tug on the yellow strap. Welcome to the Asylum!

Quote:

Originally Posted by lovegrumpy

Jumping on board.

Remain seated and keep your arms inside the ride vehicle at all times. Thank you for joining us!

natebenma · 02-10-2011, 06:14 PM

Loved the appetizer! I'm hear for the entree. Dee

chepic · 02-10-2011, 07:07 PM

I can't wait to read some more.....I am a TR writer want to be and always love to read others. My TR never seem to draw that many clicks....but I cont. to try. So, inspire me.

Cheryl

AJRitz · 02-10-2011, 08:15 PM

In for the insanity.

Colleen27 · 02-10-2011, 08:42 PM

I'm in and waiting for more!

CreightonsMomma · 02-10-2011, 08:44 PM

I'm in! Love me some insanity!

02-10-2011, 03:37 PM	#1
BigTex71 DIS Dad #536 Bring it! It's a conspiracy, I tell you! <300 ;) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,327	A Private Dance with Cinderella... Our Surprise Trip Jan 2011 (completed 7/18!) Exhibit A: Your Letter Confirming Your Reservation At The Nuthouse Dear Sir/Madam: This letter confirms your willingness to enter the strange, yet enticing world of the ramblings of the amateur writer known in the Disney community as BigTex71. Please sign the guest log (by replying in this thread) and let it be known that you waive all your rights to a normal trip report. By acknowledging your willingness to continue down this dangerous path, I cannot be held responsible for any sudden outbursts of laughter or rashes on your scalp due to the head-scratching some of my keyboard-induced quirkiness may induce. Consider yourself warned. Possibly Sincerely, BigTex71 __________________ DIS Dad Club Member #536 Wanna Read My PTR? Your Stunned Silence Is VERY Reassuring (Jan/Feb 2011) A Private Dance With Cinderella...Our Surprise Trip Jan/Feb 2011 me dw ds(12) dd(6) Last edited by BigTex71; 07-18-2011 at 02:44 PM.

02-10-2011, 03:39 PM	#2
BigTex71 DIS Dad #536 Bring it! It's a conspiracy, I tell you! <300 ;) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,327	Table of Contents Preface: Come in! Come in and know me better, man! Chapter 1: Wait! Wait! We are going to the castle TODAY?! Chapter 2: Planes, Condos, and Automobiles Chapter 3: We dance, we kiss, we schmooze, we carry on, we go home happy. What do you say? Come on. * This is from a Disney movie...can you name it? (No internet searches!) Chapter 4: It’s all fun and games until someone gets a concussion. Chapter 5: The Wizarding World – where wonders will willingly wake weary wanderers Chapter 6: Islands and Africa Chapter 7: Diners, Drive-Ins, and Drives Chapter 8: Chafe and a haircut, two bits Chapter 9: Around the World in 80 Parsecs Chapter 10: Allergic to Tower of Terror? Chapter 11: A Little Magic at Magic Kingdom Chapter 12: Song Long, Farewell, Auf Weidersehen, Goodbye __________________ DIS Dad Club Member #536 Wanna Read My PTR? Your Stunned Silence Is VERY Reassuring (Jan/Feb 2011) A Private Dance With Cinderella...Our Surprise Trip Jan/Feb 2011 me dw ds(12) dd(6) Last edited by BigTex71; 07-18-2011 at 02:43 PM.

02-10-2011, 03:50 PM	#3
BigTex71 DIS Dad #536 Bring it! It's a conspiracy, I tell you! <300 ;) Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 1,327	Preface: Come in! Come in and know me better, man! For those of you who have not read my pre-trip report, WHY THE HECK NOT?! Am I really going to have to set the stage again? Well, if you are as lazy as I am and don’t like clicking on links to other reports just to read this one, you are in luck! I am going to include a little background information about me and my family. This will be a quick - and maybe even informative – way to get to know the characters you will be reading about (if you continue past this part of this ‘unique’ trip report.) Me, Myself, and I: I am an avid Disneyholic and got ‘bitten’ by the Disney bug a few years ago. I live for my family and for visits to Disney destinations. Between trips I like to watch baseball (I have been an avid Texas Rangers fan since I was born), play Rock Band/Guitar Hero games with my son, watch movies, play golf (even though I haven’t played in years – but hopefully that will change this spring), and hang out with my family. I recently became a home-based travel agent specializing in Disney vacations in addition to my regular gig as an IT Server Administrator for a cutting-edge medical group. I may have been told once or twice that I have a unique sense of humor – I’ll leave that up to you, though. DW: She has to put up with my shenanigans on a daily basis, so feel sorry for her. She is starting to move over to the light of being a self-proclaimed Disneyholic, too. She works full-time and still finds time to play with the kids, clean house, and help our son with his homework. I am a lucky guy. (Yes, she will probably read this.) DS: A 10 year old boy who likes Disney, video games, Harry Potter stuff, video games, eating, video games, hanging out with the family, video games… well, you get the picture. DD: She turned 4 a few days before we surprised the kids with this trip to The World. So it was a birthday celebration trip in addition to the family vacation. She is a Disney Princess (at least in her mind), loves to play dress-up and she likes to play Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover at home (as well as watch other BBB videos on You Tube daily.) She may be slightly spoiled – but in a good way. DM: My mother since birth. She is a kind and generous woman who is sweeter than the day is long. She likes to hang out with family and have a good time, though her 'earth experience' causes her to pass on some of the more exciting rides at Disney. If you want more background about us or the build-up for this trip, please feel free to read my Pre Trip Report here. Up next, how we surprised the kids with the trip… __________________ DIS Dad Club Member #536 Wanna Read My PTR? Your Stunned Silence Is VERY Reassuring (Jan/Feb 2011) A Private Dance With Cinderella...Our Surprise Trip Jan/Feb 2011 me dw ds(12) dd(6)

02-10-2011, 04:09 PM	#4
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02-10-2011, 04:48 PM	#6
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02-10-2011, 04:48 PM	#7
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02-10-2011, 05:24 PM	#8
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