Going back to your reply to my question about overly friendly characters- thanks so much for posting the pictures and story of your visit with Sorcerer Mickey. Too funny!
I have to say, The Mayor looks much happier when he has his arm around a pretty lady than he does shaking hands with Dean.
You have a favorite Photopass Photographer! I love that!
Thanks for the backstory on the picture and video. I thought maybe you were getting into the zombie craze that seems so popular.
The Haunted Mansion coasters are fantastic. Of course, if I purchased those, I would have to go full-theme and stop dusting the room I was using them in.
Hi Brenda! I've been MiA since we got back from our December trip... I'm sorry we never bumped into each other. I loved the HM coasters so much, my DH bought them and gave them to me for Christmas. I also wanted the Tomb Sweet Tomb pillow but DH said it wouldn't be appropriate in our room. can't wait to see the suite!
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How awesome about the book! And with an endorsement from Lee Cockerell. I love reading Disney books sooooooo much.
I love PP Photographer selfies. So awesome.
One person wave = amazing.
I've been a long time lurker but I finally had to break my silence and say I'm excited to see the photo of Alex. We're heading down to WDW in 2 weeks and I'll definitely be looking for him to get some great, fun shots.
Also I'm going to have to pick up those HM coasters for MIL. She works at a funeral home and would find them hilarious.
I can't wait to hear about the rest of your trip. Helps pass the time until mine starts.
Looks like a lot of awesome meetings that morning! I love it when the pps take selfies!! BARBRA!! LIKE THE DANCING BARBRA!! I LOVE HER MORE THAN WOOOORRRRDDS
Ahahahaaha Ive never thought of someone non Disney using those coasters and being like what? though Im sure anyone that knows me would just assume it was something Disney! Lol. Great shots of the tangled area, I loved finding pascals!
Great stories with the Tremaines! Love them so much! Definitely not my favorite friends though! Although we have running traditions and jokes with them now, theyre just so amazing!
Obviously Im super excited to read about lunch and what comes after!!
Hi Brenda! I saw you over on Rob's trip report along with a few others, so I thought I'd come check yours out! I am LOVING it so far! I haven't been able to read as much as I'd like, but I just wanted to comment before the baby wakes up again.
Going back to read more!
About those coasters...I have them and I use them daily. I also bought the three pack of headstones and they've been out since October.
I remember buying them and asking my mom if she thought it would be strange if I left them up year round and she said no. So the coasters are being used, their coffin box is being displayed on our large bookcase, and the headstones are atop the bookcases as well.
You're right, house guests who have never had the HM experience may not know what the deal is with them but I love them so much
I loved this whole update
How cool that you were able to get a sneak peek at the book from the author himself!
Your morning, so far, sounds very nice. It's great when you take your time and aren't running from attraction to attraction.
I discovered the Tangled bathrooms last month. They are fantastic! You feel a little crazy taking pictures of a restroom spot, but how can you not with theming like that?
Your character interactions must have been hilarious. The stepsisters probably loved having a teenager to talk to.
Your time with Dean and his wife sounds just lovely. I'll have to look into getting that book! I am always on the lookout for a good Disney read. To think of all the people he has met and all of the families he has given such a special memory to is really just incredible.
I always feel like face character meets will be awkward, but they are SO good at what they do and always make the meets feel very casual and smooth. So sweet that the stepsisters were able to get Em into it!
Love the new update. I agree with Phil's comment how walking down main street is like a reunion for you.
I am going to get Dean's book, thanks for the Link. I am sure that it will be one of those feel good books and I love to read stories of how much more magical a families day can be with an extra dose of Pixie Dust.
I love your one person wave!! It's so awesome that you have so much fun while you are at Disney.
Lady Tremaine and the step sisters are SO much fun. They are such great characters to interact with. Glad that Em joined in on the fun.
Looking forward to the next update.
I definitely will pick up the book! Looks like something I would LOVE!
I also love the sense of humor you and your daughter have together Brenda. Your silly pictures are just really fun.
I'm definitely going to have to pick up that book after i'm done with 'Walt Disney: An American Original." What used to take me about a week to read a book, is now 2 months Didn't know having a baby could do that to you
Oooh sooooo excited to read about the suite!!!
Just found your trip report. Haven't had time yet to read it all, but I'm loving what I've read so far and can't wait to see the next update in the Castle.
I'm disappointed that the Mayor did not go for the reach around with Dean!
Great one person wave!!
I need to get those Haunted Mansion coasters! Especially the one about brother Dave
Augh! The suspense! I thought that with my long absence from reading your TR that you'd be past the part about the suite tour. So close! I suppose I can be patient a little longer.
Oh, and I love your pictures of Epcot at night. It is so beautiful then.
Fun times in the park.
The reference to the sisters made me laugh.
We'll Brenda I did say I'd have to catch up on your TR.
Thanks again for your help on fb trying to get the book!
So far we gave not been in the park on the same day thus trip. WeLl see if that changes. So excited to hear about your tour
Hi there! I'm glad to see my fellow Mark Anthony fan here! Seriously, I think I'll always think of you when I think of him. We actually gave up a lunch reservation to see him last month ... bummer!
Your reading sounds very Disney centric - I love it! I have a couple Disney coffee table books that I've never read since I just flip through and look at the photos!
Believe me, I completely understand the whole mommy reading time is limited! You probably read more Elmo books than adult stuff. But what a great trade off though huh?
Thanks and I'm looking forward to sharing.
Hi sarahkate! I'm glad you found this! Thanks for joining in and letting me know that you are here. Hopefully the chapter links make it easy to get caught up and read through the updates.
The actual Dream Suite will be here soon....
Hi Dave! Yeah, If the Mayor did that to Dean I'd want a photo. That takes being a pal to a whole new level.
Thanks! It only took one take to get that action shot!
You should definitely get those coasters. Seeing as how you will be in WDW in mere weeks...
Hi there! I'm glad that you are back and caught up. Ha ha. Hang in there a little longer. I'm so close now.
Yes indeed! Those sisters were awesome! Truly spot on in their characters.
Hi Erin! Sorry I couldn't be better help. I spoke with Dean and the company that he uses to distribute and ship the books doesn't ship to Canada. I can be a filter for those requests. He did confirm that he received the order through your friend so thank you for the extra effort. He'll sign it for you this way.
Oh man! I will have 7 more days to compare notes and see if we were in the same parks at the same time.
Hi Brenda! I'm a little late but I'm all caught up on your report! It sounds like you two had a wonderful trip! I've always wanted to go to Disney with just my Mom but I think my Dad would be upset if we left him at home, maybe someday
I actually met Alex on my last trip! I agree his is fabulous and hilarious. So nice to see someone really enjoying their job!
My parents made fun of me the entire trip because of how badly I wanted to see the Tangled bathrooms and then how much I liked them after I finally saw them. I don't even care, I agree with you they are so fabulous and perfect!
The Tremine's are too funny. I missed them my last trip, but I definitely want to stop and see them sometime!
I'm still here reading each update and doing my best to stay caught up w/ both your reports. Thank you for posting the link to Dean's book! He/you just sold another copy and I can't wait for I to arrive (I put a note in my order comments that I got the link from you and thankful for you doing so and for dean sharing his stories). Anywho, back to work I suppose. Can't wait to read more from your trips!
He is so dreamy
Oh a cliff hanger! Grrrr lol. I am going to have to look up that book! Sounds like a good Disney one. Looks like you all had a fun day in Fantasy land!
Dean's book sounds great, I'll have to keep an eye out for it as doubt whether it's on Amazon.co.uk yet! Before you said I thought the red headed lady on the front cover was you
I love the interaction you had with the ugly sisters, they're always such fun
Great pictures meeting with so many MK celebrities! And what a great one-woman wave in Casey's
I really wanted those HM coasters, but my roommates are not the Disney fans that I am so I wasn't sure how they'd react...
Sounds like a super fun interaction with the stepsisters! They're always great.
Great update as usual. You know a hell of a lot of cast members at disney.....!
Wow! I didn't know it gets that cold there. You need to return to the sea on another cruise!All caught up !! Loving your warm looking photos. We are in SC, but it is still in the teens here - brrrr.
No worries thanks for taking the time to help me and signed too. I'm excited I haven't bought a book in......
We'll yes.