25th Anniversary trip taken at 26.5 years-December to Remember-NEW 6/11 - Pg 19

[samc]

WOW.......what a fabulous first day!!!.....you two are so cute..and your grandbabies are beautiful. I'm lovin the way you do your trip plannin...the poly beach and the surprise stop at GF.......mad fun!!!

 

[nicolemarie]

We scurried ourselves around the 50 or so people hanging out in front of Kona and got all situated at a wonderful table after stopping and gazing at the luscious desserts.

Did you mean "sicheeated"? Cause that's how I said it in my head.

Everyone enjoyed the filet and by the looks of their plates, they might not have even needed to be washed.

Making a note to eat dinner at Kona.

Grampy was as happy as a pig in poop to break out that 20% off DDE card.

We have that card, too. But I forgot to bring it on our Thanksgiving trip. And you can't just walk up to Guest Services and get a replacement. TFI. DH said my planning was slipping.

Grampy hits the bed almost before the door is open. But for anyone who doubts he is a romantic at heart, take note. The last thing he said before falling asleep “If you get up 1st make sure you get a paper when you go get coffee.”

That's hilarious!! And there is something a little romantic about it. I love the morning routine at Disney. Whoever wakes up first always goes and gets the coffee. Then we sit down together and drink it before the kids wake up. It's a sweet little time. Even if the coffee is less than par.

I love this installment and I LOVE the picture of y'all in front of the GF tree. Those happy smiles are priceless!!

Keep it coming, Grammy!!

NM

 

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[Grammyof2]

Sounds like my husband only you can insert "jumble" instead of "crossword" when it comes to the morning paper.

OMG - we have to do everything that is considered a puzzle from every paper we can find. Has done it as long as I have known him. And if the unbelieveable happens, and he doesn't get to

Grammy, sounds like a perfect evening!!

I was watching the shuttle go off from my back yard tha night too. It really was fabulous! Unfortunately for me, the ELP and Wishes are nowhere to be seen from there, though.

You should have came over and joined us. The beach was almost deserted.

I can't believe the Poly scaled back their decorations! What's up with that?? I hope you took it up with management. Would you like me to take care of that for you?

You mean you haven't fixed that yet??

Ahh, so THAT's where we went wrong last time. Did you forget to OK his order because you were too busy with the tattoo discussion???

probably

Favorite? I don't recall loving the macadamia torte. What would you recommend???

I really liked the macadamia torte. I would like to go there and just get dessert and a pressed pot someday. Grampy loves the chocolate lava torte. Apple Brown Betty was good, but I would pick one of the others 1st.

Love seeing the picture of you two in front of the Gingerbread house. I heard about the houses but I didn't know they were life size.

It really is something to see. It was on the short list of must dos

Band camp!!! That comment was hilarious! Here's a nanner from the baton twirler.

Loving the twirling fire baton

WOW.......what a fabulous first day!!!.....you two are so cute..and your grandbabies are beautiful. I'm lovin the way you do your trip plannin...the poly beach and the surprise stop at GF.......mad fun!!!

Being the planner has it's good points, as long as everything goes smooth. When trouble arises, it is all your fault

Did you mean "sicheeated"? Cause that's how I said it in my head.

Exactly, but my spelling isn't up to par


I didn't intend to slow down, but later today a new chapter will be up

 

[Grammyof2]

I felt Grampy get out of bed, hit the loo and heard the shower running. I pretended I was still asleep and waited for him to grab the mugs and head out. Then and only then did I hop out of bed and jump in the shower so by the time he was back with a big old mug of what Disney calls coffee I was getting dressed. We were both ready by about 7:45 so Grampy grabbed his paper and coffee and walked up to the pool to work on his crossword puzzle. I waited for R and Jkay to peek their heads out. Promptly at 8 they knocked on the connecting doors and announced they were reporting as requested. We all headed to the food court to grab some breakfast. I believe we had some Mickey waffles and breakfast sandwiches. After we were properly fat and sassy and grabbed everything we needed from the rooms, we headed out to grab a bus to MGM.

The bus pulled up almost immediately and we hopped in. Heading over to the park we struck up a conversation with a couple celebrating their 40th anniversary. They were as cute as can be. There was also a young woman on the bus with 3 youngsters, the oldest being about 5. She had her hands full to say the least. I just sat and watched, but the anniversary couple almost had a couple of coronaries as the baby crawled all over the moving bus. I tried, unsuccessfully, to divert attention to the almost empty parking at MGM but by the time we pulled in everyone was more than ready to get out.

The tree outside the gates



The 4 of us



We stopped to take some pictures and then parked the bag of jackets in a locker, because I knew I would be freezing later. We grabbed a daily schedule and headed back to catch the 1st show of Lights, Motor, and Action. Along the way we jumped right on Star Tours because it was a walk on, and no one can pass up a walk on. I love these strap me in and jerk me around rides. I slide all over the seat and hold on for dear life to my safety strap, pulled as tight as is humanly possible. I am a weenie but a happy weenie.

We have about 5 minutes to kill before the 1st show, so we explore what will become a theme, let’s find a restroom. Done and bladders secure for the show, we grab some seats in the sun, I am freezing already. Everyone enjoys the show; remember 2 of the crew have never even been in this park. R and Grampy especially liked all the noise and the smell of rubber burning. It must be a man thing. When the show is over we again visit the exact same restroom. Geez people, could you synchronize your watches and get together?

The guys LOVED this show



The Indiana Jones Stunt show was about to begin so we high tailed it towards the arena. I was thinking about some popcorn along the way, so I figured we would secure some seats and then I could dash for a snack. We sat up fairly high and I was thinking when it is hot, the cover is nice. When you are freezing, not so much. Just as I was about to dash for the popcorn, the pre show started. The CM asked for volunteers, over age 18, which automatically made me eligible. I flew up and started waving my arms like a crazy lady at a Filene’s basement sale. I was screaming and waving those arms to the point I could have taken flight. Some of you can picture that with no problem.

The CM started laughing and pointing – at me. Lady in the lime green shirt, flapping your arms like a bird, come on down. SCORE, I was in like flint. So I skipped my way down to center stage and did the American bandstand shout out, Cheryl from New Jersey! I think I may have had to laugh like Goofy; this part is a little blurry, what with the stage fright and all. Whatever it was, I succeeded to get applause. Then up the stairs to sign the Disney waiver; I under my own free will agree to act for free and without further compensation and if I fall and break my neck will hold only my stupidity liable. Yep, I signed it.

Me - Oscar winning performance



After the starring role and properly returning the costume to the wardrobe department, I rejoined the gang, who had managed to find the camera and actually take pictures. I was more than impressed. Jkay could not believe I had volunteered and was cheesing from ear to ear that she witnessed it. Personally, I was not at all surprised at myself. Maybe there was a talent agent out in the audience searching for an older, more mature Picabo Street to do a Chapstick commercial. I would be on that like peanut butter on jelly.

We managed to get out of the theater with only a few of my adoring fans stopping for photos and autographs and headed ourselves over for a Back Stage Tour, but not before finding a restroom for whomever had the weakest bladder.

Up next – Will I be recognized all day and most importantly, where can I get some popcorn?

 

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I can so see you volunteering. I am sure your friends could too. Unless you are more quiet with them in which I doubt.

You are timing your shows just right. Or you have the magic touch. You don't have Wesley hiding anywhere do you. Rhonda and Mark might want him back.

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[kpk89]

Ohhhhh they picked the right person, didn't they! It pays to have arms that flap.

 

[MomofCKJ]

I flew up and started waving my arms like a crazy lady at a Filene’s basement sale.

Having been to a Filene's Basement sale, this line cracked me up!

Enjoying your report!

Allyson

 

[lexmelinda]

I love, love, love that you stood up and waved your arms like a bird! You are one of a kind! I really hope you get recognized for the rest of the day.

 

[UtahMama]

WOW!!! Can I have your autograph????

That ROCKS!!! I am all over that NEXT time. I will scream like a girl, laugh a villianous laugh...anything! But it wont be near as rockin as YOU!!!

I am all caught up, I am loving your trip report Grammy!!!

(Hi Grampy, if you're lurking!!!)

 

[Frickles]

Grammy way to go on getting picked for the show!!! How FUN!!!

Can't wait to see if you find some popcorn!

 

[Savanah'sMom]

Hi Grammy!! Your trip report is great, it is really helping make my day's at work go by much faster. I am usually just a full time lurker but I had to tell you how much I am enjoying yours. I so glad that Grampy recovered so well and that ya'll were able to take this trip. Can't wait to read more.

 

[samc]

YOU rock!!!!!.......wonder if it was the lime-green shirt vs the crazy arm flapping??!!?????!!??..........anyhoo, so glad your peeps got the pics!!

 

[Backstage_Gal]

Grammy, I can SOOOOOOOO picture you doing all this !!!!!!!!

How FUN!!

 

[jamal]

Why does this not surprise me??

So, it's all in the waving arms. All this time I thought a subtle pitiful catching the eye was the ticket.

It's time you knew the truth.




I phoned Indiana to tell him when you would be in The World, then emailed your pictures. We are tight. He had his peeps watching for you.

Happy to help.

 

[nicolemarie]

I love the pic of you in costume - and smiling that big ole smile!!

I'm proud of your crew for thinking to take a picture. I can't say I would have been so fortunate.

Another great installment - and I love the pictures. Thanks for taking us along with you!!

NM

 

[AshClan]

I KNOW I posted to this installment days ago. WTH happened?? Well, as I said BEFORE (even though you didn't see it), good job getting into the show!!! You look adorable! Mad Props (whatever that means) to the crew for finding the camera to preserve this moment for eternity. And for posting on the internet

Next time I go to a sale at Filene's Basement, I want you with me!!

 

[flafan]

Love Love Loving your report Can't wait to here more

 

[HaleyB]

You started a TR while I was off being busy with family carp.

But I am in and along for the ride.

Your biggest fan, Haley.

 

[Grammyof2]

Ohhhhh they picked the right person, didn't they! It pays to have arms that flap.

I guess I will be pulling out the hand weights and work on getting rid of the flap

Having been to a Filene's Basement sale, this line cracked me up!

Enjoying your report!

Allyson

I have been to a sale there too. Let's just say, after the pushing and grabbing, I decided it would be easier to mud wrestle and try to win the $25. grand prize

Hi Grammy!! Your trip report is great, it is really helping make my day's at work go by much faster. I am usually just a full time lurker but I had to tell you how much I am enjoying yours. I so glad that Grampy recovered so well and that ya'll were able to take this trip. Can't wait to read more.

Thanks for reading and no need to lurk. Come on out, the water is warm

Grammy, I can SOOOOOOOO picture you doing all this !!!!!!!!

How FUN!!

So can half the internet. Everytime I come to this board I see another picture of myself taking flight I must learn to pose in a more dignified manner.

Hopefully later today I will get a new chapter up. It has been a crazy, busy week.

Feel free to check back later, I hate page 2