SOUTHERNtinkerBELLE
DIS Veteran
- Joined
- Jan 14, 2010
DAY 4 PT. 4
Since we didnt have too much of a break, Miguel and I just rested in the room before getting ready for our Polynesian evening and meeting up with the group. Unfortunately, my headache had returned full force and once we all piled into my dads car like sardines, I was feeling even worse. I guess I had complained about my head one too many times, because Mike decided to pipe up and say how I really needed to go to the doctor when we got home and have a complete physical and lots of blood work to find out whats wrong with me. After all, it could be diabetes
Seriously? Because I have a headache?! This is not the first time that I had heard comments like these. Ive often been educated about how I should eat and how I should exercise and how much weight I need to loose. Not exactly the kind of comment you want to hear when you are about to go to dinner, and Ohanas at that! Not only was I angry, but I was embarrassed. At this point, I would have rather just gone back to the hotel and went to sleep. I had had enough of this vacation.
I really tried to stay positive, though, because I was so, so excited to get back to our honeymoon destination. As much as I was enjoying the Beach Club, I kept wishing that I was at the Poly instead! I couldnt wait to find out if the hotel still had that special feeling that it had on our Disneymoon, mostly because I was waiting to book our bounceback vacation until I was positive that I wanted to stay at the Poly for a second time.
As soon as we walked through the doors of the Great Ceremonial House, I was sure! The Poly has officially become our Disney home, because thats exactly what I felt like when I walked it. I was at home! I felt this way about POFQ for a long time because I stayed there so often as a child, and I think I always will, but just one stay at the Poly was all it took for me. I hope its ok to have two Disney homes!
I showed everyone around a bit and we took a few pictures and then we went upstairs to get checked in.
We were again lead to a great, round table right next to a window. Before we knew it, the food started pouring in. You know how it is at Ohana!
Now, if youve read any of my previous reports, then you know that Miguel and I LOVE Ohaha. It is probably our favorite Disney restaurant. We always have a great time there. But, this particular night, I just didnt enjoy myself. You definitely dont go to Ohana to have a light meal. You go to feast! But, after Mikes comments in the car, the last thing I wanted to do was stuff my face in front of everyone. I was feeling very self-conscience, and of course, my head was still pounding! The annoying singing lady didnt make it any better, either.
After what was certainly my least favorite meal at Ohana, I suggested that we go outside and explore the pool area for a while. I figured some Poly scenery would cheer me up! Thankfully it did help, and I couldnt wait to get back to the BC and book our bounceback offer! It was kind of chilly so we didnt stay outside for long and didnt take any pictures, but it was just as beautiful as I remembered! I took everyone through a little tour of our honeymoon and showed them where we watched Wishes the first night, where our cabana was and the longhouse that we were in. How I wished Miguel and I could have just stayed there and sent everyone else back to the BC alone!
Finally, I was able to tear myself away from the Poly and we loaded up back in the car to return home. I was sad that our Ohana meal didnt turn out as well as I had hoped, but I was happy that I got to spend an evening at one of my favorite places at Disney. I believe when we got back to the BC, the reservation center was closed, so instead of booking our next trip, I started planning it! It was the only thing getting me through this way less than perfect family vacations. I fell asleep that night dreaming about our next Disney adventure just the too of us!
Since we didnt have too much of a break, Miguel and I just rested in the room before getting ready for our Polynesian evening and meeting up with the group. Unfortunately, my headache had returned full force and once we all piled into my dads car like sardines, I was feeling even worse. I guess I had complained about my head one too many times, because Mike decided to pipe up and say how I really needed to go to the doctor when we got home and have a complete physical and lots of blood work to find out whats wrong with me. After all, it could be diabetes
Seriously? Because I have a headache?! This is not the first time that I had heard comments like these. Ive often been educated about how I should eat and how I should exercise and how much weight I need to loose. Not exactly the kind of comment you want to hear when you are about to go to dinner, and Ohanas at that! Not only was I angry, but I was embarrassed. At this point, I would have rather just gone back to the hotel and went to sleep. I had had enough of this vacation.
I really tried to stay positive, though, because I was so, so excited to get back to our honeymoon destination. As much as I was enjoying the Beach Club, I kept wishing that I was at the Poly instead! I couldnt wait to find out if the hotel still had that special feeling that it had on our Disneymoon, mostly because I was waiting to book our bounceback vacation until I was positive that I wanted to stay at the Poly for a second time.
As soon as we walked through the doors of the Great Ceremonial House, I was sure! The Poly has officially become our Disney home, because thats exactly what I felt like when I walked it. I was at home! I felt this way about POFQ for a long time because I stayed there so often as a child, and I think I always will, but just one stay at the Poly was all it took for me. I hope its ok to have two Disney homes!
I showed everyone around a bit and we took a few pictures and then we went upstairs to get checked in.
We were again lead to a great, round table right next to a window. Before we knew it, the food started pouring in. You know how it is at Ohana!
Now, if youve read any of my previous reports, then you know that Miguel and I LOVE Ohaha. It is probably our favorite Disney restaurant. We always have a great time there. But, this particular night, I just didnt enjoy myself. You definitely dont go to Ohana to have a light meal. You go to feast! But, after Mikes comments in the car, the last thing I wanted to do was stuff my face in front of everyone. I was feeling very self-conscience, and of course, my head was still pounding! The annoying singing lady didnt make it any better, either.
After what was certainly my least favorite meal at Ohana, I suggested that we go outside and explore the pool area for a while. I figured some Poly scenery would cheer me up! Thankfully it did help, and I couldnt wait to get back to the BC and book our bounceback offer! It was kind of chilly so we didnt stay outside for long and didnt take any pictures, but it was just as beautiful as I remembered! I took everyone through a little tour of our honeymoon and showed them where we watched Wishes the first night, where our cabana was and the longhouse that we were in. How I wished Miguel and I could have just stayed there and sent everyone else back to the BC alone!
Finally, I was able to tear myself away from the Poly and we loaded up back in the car to return home. I was sad that our Ohana meal didnt turn out as well as I had hoped, but I was happy that I got to spend an evening at one of my favorite places at Disney. I believe when we got back to the BC, the reservation center was closed, so instead of booking our next trip, I started planning it! It was the only thing getting me through this way less than perfect family vacations. I fell asleep that night dreaming about our next Disney adventure just the too of us!
I hope you're going back to 'Ohana this fall so you can enjoy yourself!
I do have to say, though. There's this well-known popcorn shop in Chicago called Garrett's and they make caramel corn that is on-par with the popcorn at Disney. In fact, I prefer it because they have something called the Chicago mix; it's half cheese popcorn and half caramel. I'm not a fan of sweet and salty at all but it's the perfect combination. 
That would've been awesome! 
(However, I won't lie, it might be replaced by the Poly if I ever get to stay there!)
Great update!! I love that guy at pick a pearl. I watched him do like 5 pearls last trip, he was always so enthusiastic and seemed like he was having an awesome time! Courtney, I really don't think you have diabetes. (Rolls eyes)I can't believe Mike said that....
