A Happy Anniversary in Disney without the Kids? No way that could be fun, right?

[Paparazzimama]

. . . continued . . .

Our next stop was Japan. DH and I had talked before the trip about wanting a set of sushi saucers and chop sticks for our house and we knew we'd likely find what we were looking for here. Oh, and of course we wanted the group to see Miyuki (sp?) the candy lady. DH and I found our dishes (which shockingly I don't have a picture of ) and headed back out to the rest of the crew while they watched the fascinating candy maker. When she was finished, we headed out into the countries again. Oh, and I found this cute little duck that was really friendly, and for some strange reason I thought he would let me pet him - but he didn't.

Then, I don't remember who we were waiting on or why, but Kim and I had a little silly fun in the meantime

Ooooh, and then we saw this gorgeously amazing belly-dancer in Morocco! She was stunning!!! And she had this really cute little girl on stage with her that was trying to dance like her - it was adorable.

And here's Kim's version of a belly dance

I think the rest of the group was trying to act like they didn't know her

Here are a few random pics as we made our way out of the world showcase

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[Paparazzimama]

. . . continued . . .

We ended up spending about 3 hours on our stroll, and it was so much fun! I remember laughing the entire time, but not about any one thing in particular - just at how silly we all were this day. I think it was around 6:30/6:45 when we made it back to Future World and Jason and Katie decided that they wanted to change clothes and freshen up before dinner. We bid them farewell for then, and the rest of us decided to ride Test Track now that Kyle was feeling a little better. The wait was still posted at 30 minutes, but it only took about 15-20. It was a fun ride - this time us girlies came up with our own "show" for the picture, as did the guys.

The ride was a blast as always and Christy was very glad that she got a chance to ride it since they had missed out earlier. On the way out, we got a cute night photopass shot

We decided to head over to the Poly a little early and just relax in the lobby before dinner. We made our way slowly toward to the monorail and arrived at the Poly around 7:45. Our ADR was for 8:30, so the 6 of us just relaxed in the comfy chairs/couches until Jason and Katie met up with us around 8:00, and we went ahead and checked in for our ressie. Our buzzer went off somewhere very near 8:30 and we were seated at a table right by the fire pit. If you've ever been to 'Ohana, then you know how this works - you sit down, they bring you some bread, they bring you some salad, they bring some sticky wings, pot stickers, vegetables and noodles, they bring meat, then some more meat, then some shrimp, then some more meat, then more of the appetizers you've finished off, then more meat . . . you get the jest? It was AMAZING and we ate until we physically couldn't eat any more!!! Well, any more until the bread pudding came out of course!!! Everyone enjoyed this meals so much - there were no disappointments here for sure!

It was an amazing topping to an amazing day!!!! We rolled out of the Poly around 10:00 and headed back to Pop. We had another early start the next day, and we were all in much need of some r&r.

 

[Paparazzimama]

Oh maybe someday this could be me and the wife. Rides to go on that WE wanted to go on. Dillying and Dallying through the world showcase and riding rides we want to. Ok so I may be a wee bit jealous.

Oh, I HIGHLY recommend a trip for just the 2 of you!!! It will surely be a trip you won't soon forget - especially if you have a band of wild ones to tag along with you.

 

[mom_of_3_70737]

Love it! Yet another great update!!! We have covered so much and it is hard to believe that this was all in the first day!!!

You know I have to add some pics. These were taken throughout the afternoon before we left you guys:


DH Jason being REALLY strong, haha!

Me & Mel

Me and Jason in Canada (I think)

One last pic that I took on our way back to POP to change. The Epcot ball in the beautiful Florida afternoon sun

Oh and I just have to take this opportunity to add these hilarious video clips that I was able to snap!!! As you can see, they were having a great time in the countries

Christy:



Kim:

 

[mom_of_3_70737]

Wow! You are one fast updating machine! As soon as I post and go back to read it all, I see that you have continued. I don't know if I can keep up

Here are a few pics that I took after we joined everyone at 'Ohana. For some reason I didn't take many pics this time around. I mainly just have ones of me and Jason.

Mel of course

Me and Jason:

Jason loves this place and would probably take a plane to to Orlando just to eat there if the opportunity was provided,

Great update Mel, once again I can't wait to read more!!!!

 

[Paparazzimama]

OMG Katie those videos are AWESOME!!!! Well, awesome in the sense that you don't have a video like that of me!!!!! Good stuff!

 

[Paparazzimama]

I just realized that I forgot to post a scan of our picture from Splash Mountain. It's quite funny - someone in our group decided that we should all hold our noses for the drop and the outcome was super cute! Oh, and how funny that Kim is trying so hard to hold her jacket shut to keep dry and she ended up getting more soaked than any of us.

 

[mom2mek]

Wow Mel (and Katie)! Someone needs to show you how to drrraaaaggggg out a trip report for months and months..... You are so fast with your updates! So much to comment on, but I will have to just summarize with a "Wow! What a fun day!"

At this rate, you will be done tomorrow, right?

Sara

 

[Paparazzimama]

OMG Katie those videos are AWESOME!!!! Well, awesome in the sense that you don't have a video like that of me!!!!! Good stuff!

Oh God you don't have a video like that of me do you?!?!?! Maybe it's the pain pill that I took a little while ago, but I'm suddenly very paranoid that your pause in posts is because you're waiting to drop a bombshell about me on my very own trip report. By the way, have I told you how amazing your hair is lately? And how radiant your face looked after your facial? Oh, and how hot you looked on our trip? You really don't have a video of me do you? Oh, I'm really stressing now - if I hadn't already had to take a Fioricet for my back, I would need something to help me sleep now. Thanks a lot Katie! Look what you've done!!!! Oh crap, I didn't mean that - did I mention how much I liked that shirt you wore to 'Ohana? Oh I give up - I'm going to bed now . . .

 

[Paparazzimama]

Wow Mel (and Katie)! Someone needs to show you how to drrraaaaggggg out a trip report for months and months..... You are so fast with your updates! So much to comment on, but I will have to just summarize with a "Wow! What a fun day!"

At this rate, you will be done tomorrow, right?

Sara

I was trying to drag it out, I really was! But . . . I started posting and the words just kept coming, and the pictures were bringing back so many awesome memories . . . I just couldn't help myself. Oh, but Brandon informed me this evening that I left out lots of "important" details, so he has said that he will set down with me this weekend for a "he said/she said" recap with his version of things. You should all be very worried!

 

[cellzey44]

Shame, shame Katie!!! That is absolutely HORRIBLE!!! What happened to "What happens in Disney, stays in Disney"?!?!?

 

[cajunprincess]

Wow, Mel, you've been on a roll with updates!!! See what happens when I actually go to class?! I fall behind!

Anyways, just thought I'd say that I never realized how country Brandon was until katie posted that video!! Hilarious! "That ain't comin' off no time soon!" Hahaha!

Can't wait for more, friend! Keep up the great reporting!

 

[mom_of_3_70737]

Oh God you don't have a video like that of me do you?!?!?! Maybe it's the pain pill that I took a little while ago, but I'm suddenly very paranoid that your pause in posts is because you're waiting to drop a bombshell about me on my very own trip report. By the way, have I told you how amazing your hair is lately? And how radiant your face looked after your facial? Oh, and how hot you looked on our trip? You really don't have a video of me do you? Oh, I'm really stressing now - if I hadn't already had to take a Fioricet for my back, I would need something to help me sleep now. Thanks a lot Katie! Look what you've done!!!! Oh crap, I didn't mean that - did I mention how much I liked that shirt you wore to 'Ohana? Oh I give up - I'm going to bed now . . .

Fortunatley Mel, I don't think I have any other videos.....You need not worry, hahaha! I will have to double check though

 

[mom_of_3_70737]

Shame, shame Katie!!! That is absolutely HORRIBLE!!! What happened to "What happens in Disney, stays in Disney"?!?!?

Oh, Crap...I mean "Hey Christy!" It's so good to see you one the Dis! I almost forgot that you were on here to read Mel's posts I'm sorry that you didn't like the video, it captured such a fun moment Good times!!!

 

[Paparazzimama]

Fortunatley Mel, I don't think I have any other videos.....You need not worry, hahaha! I will have to double check though

Much relief my friend - much relief! Yeah, in looking back at the posts from last night I've realized that muscle relaxers and open forums don't mix. I apologize to my readers for my outburst of paranoia there.

 

[Paparazzimama]

Wow, Mel, you've been on a roll with updates!!! See what happens when I actually go to class?! I fall behind!

Anyways, just thought I'd say that I never realized how country Brandon was until katie posted that video!! Hilarious! "That ain't comin' off no time soon!" Hahaha!

Can't wait for more, friend! Keep up the great reporting!

I was wondering where you were - you're usually quick to post on my updates. Shame on you for going to class!!!! Just kidding of course - you do have that Dean's list reputation to uphold after all. Love you, friend!

 

[ehmickey]

WOW what a day!! I love all the Test Track photos!!
The dancing was pretty entertaining too! Just shows how much fun ya'll were having! Don't be embarrassed; only in Disney can you get away with breaking into song or dance in the middle of a public place!!!

 

[Paparazzimama]

WOW what a day!! I love all the Test Track photos!!
The dancing was pretty entertaining too! Just shows how much fun ya'll were having! Don't be embarrassed; only in Disney can you get away with breaking into song or dance in the middle of a public place!!!

It was such a fun day!!!! As were all of our days! I'm working on the next post now - it's pretty lengthy like the last one, so it may be a little while before it's up - stay tuned . . .

 

[Paparazzimama]

Okay, so when we left off, we were all dragging ourselves out of the Poly and heading back to Pop. B and I headed to our room, and when I opened the door I nearly hit the floor!!!! What was it you ask???? Did mousekeeping not come???? Had we been robbed???? Nope! None of those things - DH had arranged with disneyflorist.com for an in-room celebration! While we were out about in the parks, our room was being transformed into romantic paradise! There were rose pedals on the floor, a heart of pedals on the bed, flameless candles, pixie-dusted roses, personalized Disney towels, a bath goodies basket, chocolates on our pillows, castle confetti . . . it was AMAZING!!!! My camera battery was almost dead (can't imagine why - I hardly took any pictures!!!! ) but I managed to snap a few before it kicked the bucket. The pictures don't do it justice, though!

I was so shocked and so impressed!!! DH scored major brownie points for this one!

 

[ehmickey]

Awwww ....that is so sweet!!! Major brownie points for DH is right!!


Erica