MsPennieLane
<font color=660099>Self-confessed Disney addict<br
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Friday 17th December
We were up at 6am so we showered and dressed. Id woken up with some sharp stabbing pains in my head so took some ibuprofen. We then headed off for our first morning ritual (after locating the jeep wed walked right past it and ended up about 7 rows in the wrong direction!). First up, breakfast at Dennys on the 192. Hubby had his favourite corned beef hash platter and I had the French toast slam. Mmm! Breakfast was $17 plus tip. Next stop Walmart! We were there 2 hours and spent $174! We bought a 3ft Christmas tree, Christmas lights, a case for my Gameboy Advance and games, toiletries, beer, a DVD, some magazines, a Christmas t-shirt for hubby, a strappy top for me, a cooler and some cheetos, to mention a few items. Considering we had a full trolley, it was well worth the money.
Next up was the Florida Mall so I could shop at Old Navy. I was after some Christmas trousers for MVMCP that night. I bought 2 Christmassy long sleeve tops and a pair of green Christmas trousers. I also bought a fluffy pink jumper. Amazingly, it was all on sale and it only cost me $38! There was also a big sale at the Disney store a lot of the beanies were buy one get one free. I bought a huge Stitch dressed as an angel and a big Roo, plus some half price mini tree beanies for our Christmas tree. We stopped for lunch at the Food Court and chose Sbarro ham and pineapple pizza and stuffed meat and sausage pizza between us.
By now, my headache had worsened loads and I was feeling very unwell. It had now turned into a migraine. We drove back to Pop Century and went straight back to the room. By the time we got back, I could barely see and was holding my head constantly. It was only 1pm. I took some ibuprofen and paracetamol and fell asleep. I slept soundly until nearly 5pm. Andy had fallen asleep too and we realized that wed missed a meet wed arranged for 2.30pm at Magic Kingdom (sorry guys). My head was still thumping and I felt terrible. I rested a while longer and I wasnt sure if wed make it to Magic Kingdom at al. I didnt want to miss MVMCP so we headed to MK anyway as we had a PS for 6pm at the Liberty Tree Tavern. Wed have dinner and then see how I felt.
We got to MK via the Disney bus and we were in very quickly and were given our wristbands. We walked through Main Street USA and I was a wreck as usual. We saw the tree lighting ceremony which was really lovely. Normally I wouldve enjoyed the carols but my head still felt like it was going to explode. We walked past the Partners Statue (after a few photos) and headed straight for Liberty Square.
There was a huge line to check in for PSs but we were seen reasonably quickly. We only had a 5 minute wait until we were called and were taken to our table. Our server took one look at my lanyard and said I can see youre Disney fans. We requested our drinks and were brought our salad with strawberry dressing and hot bread rolls with whipped butter, all very tasty.
Chip came round while we were picking at the food so we got our photo taken.
Next, it was time for our main course turkey, flank steak, ham, cornbread stuffing, mash potato, carrots, macaroni cheese and turkey gravy. It was all delicious, I just love the food here.
what was left!
We had visits from Goofy, Pluto and Minnie.
Minnie had a thing for hubby and she kept stroking his head, it was so funny.
I don't care what Minnie thinks, I'm not sharing!
Our server bought us some more turkey and flank steak. We ate a little more dinner before deciding to give up. We did manage to save a little room for that lovely apple cobbler and ice cream, oh and the Christmas tree shaped cookies. Total cost for our meal was $42. We left our server a good tip as he was excellent with the drinks and food. By the end of the meal, I was still feeling rotten and I took 2 more ibuprofen and paracetamol. Hubby asked me if I wanted to stay for the party and I didnt want to miss it so I suggested we stay put and see how I felt.
On the way out, I went to the toilet and while queuing, I struck up a conversation with a mum and daughter about pins. They raved about my limited edition Stitch cast member pin and they gave me some great advice on where to get pins, websites etc. We bid our farewells outside where hubby was waiting for me. We walked through Liberty Square which was empty. Hubby didnt fancy the Haunted Mansion so we carried on and walked through to Adventureland. We walked onto Pirates of the Caribbean there was no queue whatsoever. Neither of us had been on this ride before. I knew there was a drop so felt a bit anxious of course I knew it was approaching when we ended up in the dark and the guy sat in front kept telling his kid hold on tightly now. The drop was nowhere near as bad as Id been expected and I felt very dumb but I gave hubby a good laugh so Im glad I served a purpose! We both really enjoyed it. All night hubby was singing yo-ho yo-ho a pirates life for me!
We came across Peter Pan and Wendy not far from Pirates Id never seen them before so naturally I had to have a photo taken. They loved my pins and Peter commented on my Christmas trousers. He also pointed out my PhilharMagic pin and asked me what the best part of PhilharMagic was to keep the peace I said why, the Peter Pan bit of course, to which Peter replied hey I like you!
this was the first time I'd ever seen either of them!
next up: do I make it for Wishes and the parade?
We were up at 6am so we showered and dressed. Id woken up with some sharp stabbing pains in my head so took some ibuprofen. We then headed off for our first morning ritual (after locating the jeep wed walked right past it and ended up about 7 rows in the wrong direction!). First up, breakfast at Dennys on the 192. Hubby had his favourite corned beef hash platter and I had the French toast slam. Mmm! Breakfast was $17 plus tip. Next stop Walmart! We were there 2 hours and spent $174! We bought a 3ft Christmas tree, Christmas lights, a case for my Gameboy Advance and games, toiletries, beer, a DVD, some magazines, a Christmas t-shirt for hubby, a strappy top for me, a cooler and some cheetos, to mention a few items. Considering we had a full trolley, it was well worth the money.
Next up was the Florida Mall so I could shop at Old Navy. I was after some Christmas trousers for MVMCP that night. I bought 2 Christmassy long sleeve tops and a pair of green Christmas trousers. I also bought a fluffy pink jumper. Amazingly, it was all on sale and it only cost me $38! There was also a big sale at the Disney store a lot of the beanies were buy one get one free. I bought a huge Stitch dressed as an angel and a big Roo, plus some half price mini tree beanies for our Christmas tree. We stopped for lunch at the Food Court and chose Sbarro ham and pineapple pizza and stuffed meat and sausage pizza between us.
By now, my headache had worsened loads and I was feeling very unwell. It had now turned into a migraine. We drove back to Pop Century and went straight back to the room. By the time we got back, I could barely see and was holding my head constantly. It was only 1pm. I took some ibuprofen and paracetamol and fell asleep. I slept soundly until nearly 5pm. Andy had fallen asleep too and we realized that wed missed a meet wed arranged for 2.30pm at Magic Kingdom (sorry guys). My head was still thumping and I felt terrible. I rested a while longer and I wasnt sure if wed make it to Magic Kingdom at al. I didnt want to miss MVMCP so we headed to MK anyway as we had a PS for 6pm at the Liberty Tree Tavern. Wed have dinner and then see how I felt.
We got to MK via the Disney bus and we were in very quickly and were given our wristbands. We walked through Main Street USA and I was a wreck as usual. We saw the tree lighting ceremony which was really lovely. Normally I wouldve enjoyed the carols but my head still felt like it was going to explode. We walked past the Partners Statue (after a few photos) and headed straight for Liberty Square.
There was a huge line to check in for PSs but we were seen reasonably quickly. We only had a 5 minute wait until we were called and were taken to our table. Our server took one look at my lanyard and said I can see youre Disney fans. We requested our drinks and were brought our salad with strawberry dressing and hot bread rolls with whipped butter, all very tasty.
Chip came round while we were picking at the food so we got our photo taken.
Next, it was time for our main course turkey, flank steak, ham, cornbread stuffing, mash potato, carrots, macaroni cheese and turkey gravy. It was all delicious, I just love the food here.
what was left!
We had visits from Goofy, Pluto and Minnie.
Minnie had a thing for hubby and she kept stroking his head, it was so funny.
I don't care what Minnie thinks, I'm not sharing!
Our server bought us some more turkey and flank steak. We ate a little more dinner before deciding to give up. We did manage to save a little room for that lovely apple cobbler and ice cream, oh and the Christmas tree shaped cookies. Total cost for our meal was $42. We left our server a good tip as he was excellent with the drinks and food. By the end of the meal, I was still feeling rotten and I took 2 more ibuprofen and paracetamol. Hubby asked me if I wanted to stay for the party and I didnt want to miss it so I suggested we stay put and see how I felt.
On the way out, I went to the toilet and while queuing, I struck up a conversation with a mum and daughter about pins. They raved about my limited edition Stitch cast member pin and they gave me some great advice on where to get pins, websites etc. We bid our farewells outside where hubby was waiting for me. We walked through Liberty Square which was empty. Hubby didnt fancy the Haunted Mansion so we carried on and walked through to Adventureland. We walked onto Pirates of the Caribbean there was no queue whatsoever. Neither of us had been on this ride before. I knew there was a drop so felt a bit anxious of course I knew it was approaching when we ended up in the dark and the guy sat in front kept telling his kid hold on tightly now. The drop was nowhere near as bad as Id been expected and I felt very dumb but I gave hubby a good laugh so Im glad I served a purpose! We both really enjoyed it. All night hubby was singing yo-ho yo-ho a pirates life for me!
We came across Peter Pan and Wendy not far from Pirates Id never seen them before so naturally I had to have a photo taken. They loved my pins and Peter commented on my Christmas trousers. He also pointed out my PhilharMagic pin and asked me what the best part of PhilharMagic was to keep the peace I said why, the Peter Pan bit of course, to which Peter replied hey I like you!
this was the first time I'd ever seen either of them!
next up: do I make it for Wishes and the parade?
Sorry to hear you weren't feeling too good but wow, fantastic christmassy trousers! 
When we were there for CP breakfast I was so ill I only had two bananas and some iced water (none of which hung around long 
) and DH and kids had to go on magic carpets, POTC, Stitch and Buzz without me (I then admitted defeat and we went back to the hotel) - at least you kept your appetite 
