I'm finally here!!!
But speaking of that- I tried using the link in your signature and it didn't bring me here. I'm not sure if it is the address in the link, my computer or just DIS being wonky (imagine that). Perhaps someone else could try clicking on your link to see what happens.
Glad you are here! I think the erroneous TR link was my bad!
Here in Mississippi if the squirrel isn't running fast enough in the wheel, the electricity gets kinda wonky on this computer thingy...try it now.
Sorry to hear about the lack of a welcome when you checked in. Now that you mention it, we experienced the same thing in July. On our previous two visits, we were welcomed by name and brought to checkin. This summer, I had to mention that I was there to check in. An issue with the changeover to online checkin? I don't know.
We were surprised that NO ONE approached us but what the heck...they probably missed out on some witty repartee from yours truly thus denying them a "you won't believe what happened today" story to tell the other CM's!
Thanks for posting the pictures of the views from your room. I am glad you were able to get a room that met your requests. I know BCV is often full and sometimes it is difficult to accommodate requests at check-in.
May I add your view pictures to the
BCV room thread I have in the photo sub-forum?
Please feel free to use any pictures you wish. I know I've used your thread often enough to make plans so if someone else might get an idea or tip or two, great!
I have read some nightmare stories about the Guest Services at the IG- it is ok when things go smoothly, but if you are behind someone with issues...
I'm glad someone was able to help you!
Invariably someone will have a problem at any of the Guest Services...I just hope it's not us!
Too funny about your small world connections at the photo place and at Aulani. I sincerely believe we all have common connections- the trick is to find them.
I'm thinking you're a glass "half-full" kinda gal?
I look forward to seeing your dining ratings. We really like Sunshine Seasons. One of my top 3 Disney QS (CHH and Tangierine Café round out the trifecta)
LOVE Living with the Land.
I'll come back and catch up, headed to volunteer at the high school library this morning.
We never think about Sunshine Seasons but are always pleased when we eat there. I'd put it in our top 3 QS as well along with Tangierine Cafe and Flaming Tree BBQ. We've not tried CHH but it appears our tastes are similar so we'll have to give it a go!
Now I have read page 2:
Your meal at Chefs looked really good. We have never been.
Great pictures of Remy! Too bad he is no longer making appearances there
It was our first time at Chefs and we liked it. The primary reason to visit was to see Remy but it was a bonus that the food was pretty good too. It didn't hurt DW's feeling either that the CM that waited on us was, in her words, "easy on the eyes"!
That is hilarious!!!
I love that PP spot!
I wouldn't doubt if the bridge to France is one of the most photo-op places in EPCOT....however, if someone we know keeps making crazy comments to the PP CM's...they might have problems finding someone to take that spot...or it might be that it becomes a coveted spot with the added entertainment!!!
That really is a crowded entrance!
That's a good question. The only thing I know, because we always do the early Extra Magic Hour, is that the opening show is at 8 am and there isn't a 9 am show. But I can't remember exactly what time it starts. I'll have to go back and check some of my pictures to see if I have the train station clock in the frame.
I have never made it to rope drop but I plan on making at least one this year!
I love this ride picture. Every single expression of the riders is interesting!
Hey...when you have good subjects, you can take good pictures!
Really fabulous Country Bear photos!!! We haven't been to this attraction since the boys' first trip in 2004 (ages 6 and 3), but my DH and I have seen this show many time and the memories came flooding back seeing your photos.
Thank you ma'am for the kind words. It was our first time to Country Bear in a long time. It's corny but we like it (what does that say about us?) But if for no other reason, it's a great place to get out of the hot sun!
Loved your pictures from It's a Small World. Been awhile on this one too. Unless my husband and I have a solo trip, or the boats start floating a lot faster or upside down, we probably won't be back real soon. Maybe in
Disneyland this summer.
We have to do IASW every time we go. It's become kind of a tradition thing.
Enchanted Tales with Belle looks like a really cute show, but again, the boys have no interest in this.
Maybe the boys would enjoy it if they volunteered to participate? Here's a tip though, don't jump up and down saying "Pick me, Pick me!" Belle tends to be a bit wary of old fat men that do that (not that I know anyone that did that!)
My apologies for being such a slacker.
) from 30 different countries, all within walking distance of each other and for a reasonable price? We enjoyed it so much we decided before we left that we wanted to come back again this year . . . and we are!! 
and walked away. DW looked at the CM and asked me what I said to him. I asked her why and she said he had a look of total shock on his face. I told her what I said and because we’ve been married over 31 years, she wasn’t nearly as shocked. She just gave me her normal rolling of the eyes along with a shaking of the head and a quiet sigh that said, “Why am I not surprised?” 
