No worries about how you felt about that afternoon. Jason had to do that a few times with Joaquin when we've taken the few trips with him. They just lose their mind sometimes, but I couldn't agree with you more. They need to understand that they're not the boss and it's not okay to run away from mommy and daddy. I did have this vision though of Carter sitting in his stroller and glaring at you like he's been majorly punished. Ah kiddos.
The afternoon was going great and then all of a sudden, it was just like they'd both went crazy! I guess all the excitement was just too much for them. I wish it hadn't have happened, but I guess it goes with being a parent. They can't run from me. Carter really didn't think it was fair, but he should have just gone right to sleep and then he wouldn't have minded.
I know exactly how you felt when Landon ran away. On his 1st Disney trip, Reid decided to run away from us at Mickey's Backyard BBQ - out of the pavilion into the dark.
It makes you scared, mad & embarrassed all at the same time. And goodness knows, it happens to all parents (whether at Disney or not) but for some reason it makes you feel embarrassed like your kid is the
only one who's ever done that.
Glad y'all were able to overpower the boys & get them in the stroller!
Sounds like y'all were trying out some tasty bites. Especially the pork slider & the shrimp!
That's horrible! I absolutely hate it when they run from me like that. Into the dark would have been really scary. I know it happens to everyone, but it's always so unpleasant. And at the time, it seems like everyone there is looking at us. Oh well.
You wouldn't think it would take two of us to get Landon in the stroller, but he is incredible strong for someone his size.
The pork slider and the shrimp were both delicious.
I totally understand how you felt. Even though you know that all parents have been through it, wouldn't it be nice if one or two gave you an understanding smile or nod?
Love that the lobster was a hit! I'm wondering if I'll regret letting DD try those types of things later. She already eats half of my filet when we have steak.
Sounds like your kids will have expensive taste too.
Hope that your afternoon improved!
I'm sure all the other parents there were just really really glad it wasn't them that time! I'm not sure if there were many other parents there at the time, actually. It would have been nice, though.
They probably will have expensive taste, at least Landon will. I don't want to raise kids who are picky eaters, though, so I'll manage to put up with it. When they get older, I bet the dining plan will be a good option for us.
you're right, it has happened to all of us and it doesn't make you feel any better at the moment! I have found, with experience, the only people who give you those "stares" are people who have never had children. No one who has children can ever say their child has never done that...cause they'd be lying
I think you handled the situation perfectly Now, let's discuss the lobster.....where did you get it, what was it exactly cause you know I have to try some on our next trip
You know, before I had kids, I was sure I would never let my kids act the way I saw other kids acting in public. It's all very different after you have kids. It's really a lot harder than it looks!
Thanks! Lobster...we got it at Hops & Barley, the American F&W booth. We got both the lobster roll and the lobster claw, because, it was lobster and it seemed like the right thing to do. Both were really good and I'm sure we'll get both again next year. Is your next trip during the F&W festival?
Now I'm no parent, but I think you handled the situation well. I can't blame you for being embarrassed though, I'm sure I would have been too, in a similar situation.
The food looks good though!
Thanks! It wasn't the best situation in the world, but I guess at least none of those people knew us. On our last trip, there were no more running incidents, so hopefully that's over now.
The food was really good!
Mmmm.. That shrimp is making me hungry.
Don't be embarrassed, but I know it's tough not to feel that way in these moments. All kids do it at some point or another and running away like that is the worst! I'm glad he was able to nap once you had the little guy buckled in, but I can just imagine Carter's grumpy face.
Hope he decides to nap soon, but you're making me wonder.. "The Beginning of the Bad Afternoon" isn't sounding good!
That shrimp was great! I wish I had some more of it right now!
I'll admit, I felt a little embarrassed just describing the whole thing in the last update! Even though all kids do it sometimes, it's still never any fun. I was really happy to see Landon go to sleep. I think he really needed that nap. For that matter, Carter really needed a nap, too. No, the Beginning of the Bad Afternoon is never a good start.
Boys will be boys...even at Disney! You're right about how it feels when a child runs away and doesn't stop when called...scared and infuriated! But it sounds like you handled it, and hopefully "Carter Cruelty"
will make him think twice the next time!
The slider and the shrimp looked really yummy...we'll be at WDW for food and wine thins year, so I'm taking notes on your choices and reviews...thanks!
Doesn't it seem like they shouldn't do stuff like that at Disney?
I absolutely hate the running thing, but hopefully it won't happen again. I've learned now that it helps in situations like that to tell them exactly how far they can go and what will happen if they go past that.
That's exciting, being at WDW for food and wine this year. We're going too, but it's hard to decide between October and November.
It happens, I'm glad you had extra clothes for him with you.
