6/26/09 - Epcot
So we were up early and on the bus to Epcot. We were able to get on, but had to stand. Stop #4 had completely filled the bus and the people at Stop #1 (the last stop) were ANGRY that there was no room. I guess it was the first bus in 1/2 hour and it was full. The bus driver got off the bus and ran to talk to someone. And we were off to Epcot. We headed right for Soarin to get Fast Passes. By the time we got there (9:30 if I had to guess), the wait was already 40 minutes. We got a return time of 11:45 I think. Livin with the Land was a walk on, so we rode that. Then we went to the Seas to see Nemo and Friends. Jeremy was nervous over it being dark, but we enjoyed it. Then Turtle Talk with Crush was starting up immediately as we exited Nemo. That was so cool. Then we took some time at the Bruce shark exhibit and checked out the aquarium tank. We stopped for a snack and were getting ready to go and realized that it was POURING outside. We went back to check out the tank some more! After it let up, we went to ride Journey into Your Imagination. We tried to see Honey I shrunk the Audience, but it was full and we didn't want to wait 1/2 hour! So, we headed over to the land and saw Circle Of Life - meh...it was ok. Sunshine Seasons for lunch. My older son couldn't decide whether he wanted noodles or a sandwich. So, we got both and split them! I approached the sandwich counter about getting a kid's sandwich plate with safe bread. I got a chef who offered the standard Ener-g rolls. He did heat them up so they were a little softer. They did have chocolate soy milk right there, that made Jeremy's day! I got to the table and realized that he didn't make fresh plate and there was cheese with the ham and salami. We're close to outgrowing the milk allergy, so I just picked it off and crossed my fingers. He did fine, but I was underwhelmed with the experience. The ham/salami sandwich and the noodles and stir fry we got was very good. I got the strawberry shortcake for dessert. Yummy! Hubby got the chocolate cake and it was VERY good.
After lunch we decided to use our Soarin fastpasses. We get into line and after about 10 minutes, my little one announces that he has to go to the bathroom! My husband takes him and leaves Nathan and I in line. We ride without them. What a cool ride! Now I understand the comment people have made about being able to see the feet. It does hamper with the illusion a bit. So, we get out and wait for Daddy and Jeremy. Jeremy did great! At this point we decided to head back to the hotel for some pool time. I ran to get fastpasses to Test Track, but they were all out. So, I grabbed fast passes to Mission Space instead. Then it was back to CSR. This was our first trip to the Dig site. It was around 3:00 and the pool was crowded, but the boys loved it! Adam lagged behind a little bit and walked over to the chair I was putting our stuff on. "Michael Jackson died." Talk about remembering where you were when you heard sad news! I'll probably always remember the pool at Coronado Springs as the place I heard Michael Jackson died! Nathan didn't want to go down the water slide, which surprised me. Adam did though! We swam for a little while and then needed to get ready to head back to Epcot for dinner with Chip and Dale!
The boys were SOOOO excited. The characters they wanted to see the most were Chip and Dale. We had to wait about 15 minutes, but we got seated. Jeremy started freaking out about Mickey. He does NOT like Mickey. Chip and Dale came around and signed their autograph books. The chef came out and told us that the turkey would be safe for Jeremy. So he made a plate with turkey and french fries. So, Nathan got a kids' platter all to himself. Hubby and I shared an adult one. The catfish was good, the turkey and stuffing were awesome. That's what we asked for more of! When dessert came around, Jeremy was offered an Itzakadoozie pop. The waitress also brought out the standard worms in dirt or my non allergy son, but also brought an Itzakadoozie and gave him the choice. He chose the popsicle. (it was bigger!) Hubby and I shared the warm blueberry cobbler with fresh whipped cream. At one point When Dale came around, Adam said to Dale, "Dale. I have a question for you. You're friends with Mickey right?" Dale nodded. "Well, Jeremy here is scared of Mickey. But, we've told him that Mickey is nice. Is Mickey as nice as Chip is?" Dale motioned for a piece of paper. We handed him a Sharpie and he took the kids menu and wrote "Mickey is nicer!" Jeremy STILL holds that menu up and says, "Dale says Mickey is nice!" Mickey happened to be at the table next to us and Dale tapped him on the shoulder to bring him over to meet Jeremy. After that we were able to get a photo with Mickey!
With Chip:
After dinner, we went to use the Mission Space fast passes, but it was a walkon, so we didn't need to. I saved them for scrapbooking. Nathan rode with Adam and then again with me. Green side, thank you very much! Jeremy was too small. By then it was 8:59 and Test Track was about to close. But we were able to run on and get a ride! No line! Jeremy LOVED it!! By the end of the ride he was cheering and pumping his arms in the air!! I'll remind you that he's _3_! After that we decided to take the monorail to the TTC. Then we took the ferry to the MK. We were crossing the lake JUST as Wishes was finishing. What a great ride! We were finally able to go ride "Jeremy's rollercoaster" and he loved it. Then we rode Buzz Lightyear SpaceRange Spin, AGAIN.
Next up, MK again!
So we were up early and on the bus to Epcot. We were able to get on, but had to stand. Stop #4 had completely filled the bus and the people at Stop #1 (the last stop) were ANGRY that there was no room. I guess it was the first bus in 1/2 hour and it was full. The bus driver got off the bus and ran to talk to someone. And we were off to Epcot. We headed right for Soarin to get Fast Passes. By the time we got there (9:30 if I had to guess), the wait was already 40 minutes. We got a return time of 11:45 I think. Livin with the Land was a walk on, so we rode that. Then we went to the Seas to see Nemo and Friends. Jeremy was nervous over it being dark, but we enjoyed it. Then Turtle Talk with Crush was starting up immediately as we exited Nemo. That was so cool. Then we took some time at the Bruce shark exhibit and checked out the aquarium tank. We stopped for a snack and were getting ready to go and realized that it was POURING outside. We went back to check out the tank some more! After it let up, we went to ride Journey into Your Imagination. We tried to see Honey I shrunk the Audience, but it was full and we didn't want to wait 1/2 hour! So, we headed over to the land and saw Circle Of Life - meh...it was ok. Sunshine Seasons for lunch. My older son couldn't decide whether he wanted noodles or a sandwich. So, we got both and split them! I approached the sandwich counter about getting a kid's sandwich plate with safe bread. I got a chef who offered the standard Ener-g rolls. He did heat them up so they were a little softer. They did have chocolate soy milk right there, that made Jeremy's day! I got to the table and realized that he didn't make fresh plate and there was cheese with the ham and salami. We're close to outgrowing the milk allergy, so I just picked it off and crossed my fingers. He did fine, but I was underwhelmed with the experience. The ham/salami sandwich and the noodles and stir fry we got was very good. I got the strawberry shortcake for dessert. Yummy! Hubby got the chocolate cake and it was VERY good.
After lunch we decided to use our Soarin fastpasses. We get into line and after about 10 minutes, my little one announces that he has to go to the bathroom! My husband takes him and leaves Nathan and I in line. We ride without them. What a cool ride! Now I understand the comment people have made about being able to see the feet. It does hamper with the illusion a bit. So, we get out and wait for Daddy and Jeremy. Jeremy did great! At this point we decided to head back to the hotel for some pool time. I ran to get fastpasses to Test Track, but they were all out. So, I grabbed fast passes to Mission Space instead. Then it was back to CSR. This was our first trip to the Dig site. It was around 3:00 and the pool was crowded, but the boys loved it! Adam lagged behind a little bit and walked over to the chair I was putting our stuff on. "Michael Jackson died." Talk about remembering where you were when you heard sad news! I'll probably always remember the pool at Coronado Springs as the place I heard Michael Jackson died! Nathan didn't want to go down the water slide, which surprised me. Adam did though! We swam for a little while and then needed to get ready to head back to Epcot for dinner with Chip and Dale!
The boys were SOOOO excited. The characters they wanted to see the most were Chip and Dale. We had to wait about 15 minutes, but we got seated. Jeremy started freaking out about Mickey. He does NOT like Mickey. Chip and Dale came around and signed their autograph books. The chef came out and told us that the turkey would be safe for Jeremy. So he made a plate with turkey and french fries. So, Nathan got a kids' platter all to himself. Hubby and I shared an adult one. The catfish was good, the turkey and stuffing were awesome. That's what we asked for more of! When dessert came around, Jeremy was offered an Itzakadoozie pop. The waitress also brought out the standard worms in dirt or my non allergy son, but also brought an Itzakadoozie and gave him the choice. He chose the popsicle. (it was bigger!) Hubby and I shared the warm blueberry cobbler with fresh whipped cream. At one point When Dale came around, Adam said to Dale, "Dale. I have a question for you. You're friends with Mickey right?" Dale nodded. "Well, Jeremy here is scared of Mickey. But, we've told him that Mickey is nice. Is Mickey as nice as Chip is?" Dale motioned for a piece of paper. We handed him a Sharpie and he took the kids menu and wrote "Mickey is nicer!" Jeremy STILL holds that menu up and says, "Dale says Mickey is nice!" Mickey happened to be at the table next to us and Dale tapped him on the shoulder to bring him over to meet Jeremy. After that we were able to get a photo with Mickey!
With Chip:
After dinner, we went to use the Mission Space fast passes, but it was a walkon, so we didn't need to. I saved them for scrapbooking. Nathan rode with Adam and then again with me. Green side, thank you very much! Jeremy was too small. By then it was 8:59 and Test Track was about to close. But we were able to run on and get a ride! No line! Jeremy LOVED it!! By the end of the ride he was cheering and pumping his arms in the air!! I'll remind you that he's _3_! After that we decided to take the monorail to the TTC. Then we took the ferry to the MK. We were crossing the lake JUST as Wishes was finishing. What a great ride! We were finally able to go ride "Jeremy's rollercoaster" and he loved it. Then we rode Buzz Lightyear SpaceRange Spin, AGAIN.
Next up, MK again!
Soarin', its wonderful. I'm impressed with Nathan loving Mission Space. I am too chicken to try it!
Look forward to your next day.
