Chellymouse
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It's Sunday and kind of sad that it's such a short trip knowing we only have 1 more full day! So today, the plan was RD at DHS then over to MK for BOG and spend the evening watching MSEP and Wishes. The shenanigans started with the bus! For some reason, we had to wait nearly an hour for a bus to DHS so of course, we missed RD! We finally made it to DHS at 9:20am and upon arrival I ran to TSM and found FP for 7:20pm 
I did get FP for all of us though! This is where I do not like FP +...either make it for everyone or no one! of course RNR is up to a 70 minute wait and TOT isn't much better! We decided to check out the backlot tour, which DH and I don't usually do, but we had company! our company enjoyed it. As far as I'm concerned....it's time to retire it! it's gotten so watered down it's really not worth it! This is where Grumpy decided the shenanigans for the day will include photo bombing! Thankfully, he mostly photo bombed his own family pics although, we were all a bit rowdy due to the crowds and some people were encouraging him so I wouldn't be surprised if I see a pic of him pop up in someone else's TR! After the lousy backlot tour, Grumpy and Doc took Merida and Monster to see Mike and Sulley (of course, no PP anywhere to be found, seems to be a common theme in this park) while DH and I stopped so he could buy his "Star wars cars" (Monster was getting a little testy with wanting everything and anything) so we were able to quickly shop and ship! Shipped the cars that is, not our pants! Merida wanted the pixie make up that she had when she was 4 so we stopped so she could have her face painted. Of course, Monster had to have his face painted too!
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We decided to head over to the animation studio so I dropped DH and the crowd off and I ran to grab FP for us for RNR, which were actually up to 7pm (at 11:45am!) I made it back and DH isn't really into drawing so we changed places so I could draw. He hung out in the back! We drew Sorcerer Mickey (and we still cannot find our artwork anywhere!) After class, we went to see Ralph and Venelope!
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While DH, Doc, Merida and I waited for Ralph, Grumpy took Monster to see Minnie then joined us as it was our turn! I should mention that the "commando trip" is starting to catch up with monster and he's starting to live up to his name! We thought our company would enjoy the stunt show we grabbed some snacks, Grumpy photo bombed a group of 20 somethings (they were probably CM!) and then we went to see the show. I have to say, it was a good time to play with our camera and I did get some really cool shots. This one is my favorite!
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After the stunt show, the plan was to ride ST2 then head over to MK for dinner, however, Monster had a fit so Grumpy took him to meet Jake while Doc, DH, Merida and I attempted to ride ST2. The wait time was 20 but it unfortunately was having technical difficulties so, we wound up getting out of line as we were really cutting it close and made our way to the bus stop. Here's Monster with Jake!
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We hopped a bus to TTC then grabbed the monorail to MK. We had just enough time to ride POTC then we went to BOG!! Absolutely worth the effort to get that ressie! The restaurant is beautiful, the food was some of the best we've had on property and the service was impeccable! And yes, the gray stuff really is delicious! We were seated in the ballroom! It was also very awesome to be able to have adult beverages with our meals! the beer and wine selections were both very good!
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Beginning at 5p, every hour on the hour, the Master walks through the ballroom to see his guests, then heads to the library to meet his guests after they've dined.
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Now normally, there is a party on Sundays which is why we made this ressie and early as it was, however, about a month after our 180, we found there was no party on this night and MK was open until 1am. So...we decided to head back to DHS to ride TSM and RNR then we were debating on either catching F! or coming back to MK. We made it back over in time for our TSM FP so we rode TSM first and by the time we were done, it was time for RNR. As we all knew Monster was too short and we had 6 FP so we grabbed a ride swap ticket (just in case, which turned out to be a good call) and sent DH, Grumpy and Merida. I stayed back with Doc and Monster as Monster was having a meltdown because he was too short (even though he couldn't even see the ride!) So Doc and I grabbed him some ice cream and he chilled....literally! So, it was a really good thing we grabbed the ride switch because the FP time expired (only by 3 minutes) by the time the first group was done! Doc and I had decided to "pay it forward" so we saw a younger couple coming out of the building and they were both wearing 1st time buttons and so excited about RNR so I walked up to them and asked if they'd like to ride again and gave them the 2 extra FP. They were thrilled! I love being able to do that!
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Merida decided she really didn't like it so DH waited with Merida and Monster and I rode with Doc and Grumpy!
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So after RNR we decided to head home to SSR. Monster definitely needed some down time and he actually fell asleep on the bus. We had planned to go swimming, but Monster never did wake up so Doc put him to bed, Grumpy took Merida to the Springs pool and DH and I went and picked up our packages (and theirs' too!) and hung at out the pool (and had a couple of adult beverages) at the pool! Doc did laundry and made out Monster's B'day party invites! We actually made it to bed at a reasonable hour for a change!
Up next....our last full day, more shenanigans, finishing our passports and seeing the cake boss!
I did get FP for all of us though! This is where I do not like FP +...either make it for everyone or no one! of course RNR is up to a 70 minute wait and TOT isn't much better! We decided to check out the backlot tour, which DH and I don't usually do, but we had company! our company enjoyed it. As far as I'm concerned....it's time to retire it! it's gotten so watered down it's really not worth it! This is where Grumpy decided the shenanigans for the day will include photo bombing! Thankfully, he mostly photo bombed his own family pics although, we were all a bit rowdy due to the crowds and some people were encouraging him so I wouldn't be surprised if I see a pic of him pop up in someone else's TR! After the lousy backlot tour, Grumpy and Doc took Merida and Monster to see Mike and Sulley (of course, no PP anywhere to be found, seems to be a common theme in this park) while DH and I stopped so he could buy his "Star wars cars" (Monster was getting a little testy with wanting everything and anything) so we were able to quickly shop and ship! Shipped the cars that is, not our pants! Merida wanted the pixie make up that she had when she was 4 so we stopped so she could have her face painted. Of course, Monster had to have his face painted too!
We decided to head over to the animation studio so I dropped DH and the crowd off and I ran to grab FP for us for RNR, which were actually up to 7pm (at 11:45am!) I made it back and DH isn't really into drawing so we changed places so I could draw. He hung out in the back! We drew Sorcerer Mickey (and we still cannot find our artwork anywhere!) After class, we went to see Ralph and Venelope!
While DH, Doc, Merida and I waited for Ralph, Grumpy took Monster to see Minnie then joined us as it was our turn! I should mention that the "commando trip" is starting to catch up with monster and he's starting to live up to his name! We thought our company would enjoy the stunt show we grabbed some snacks, Grumpy photo bombed a group of 20 somethings (they were probably CM!) and then we went to see the show. I have to say, it was a good time to play with our camera and I did get some really cool shots. This one is my favorite!
After the stunt show, the plan was to ride ST2 then head over to MK for dinner, however, Monster had a fit so Grumpy took him to meet Jake while Doc, DH, Merida and I attempted to ride ST2. The wait time was 20 but it unfortunately was having technical difficulties so, we wound up getting out of line as we were really cutting it close and made our way to the bus stop. Here's Monster with Jake!
We hopped a bus to TTC then grabbed the monorail to MK. We had just enough time to ride POTC then we went to BOG!! Absolutely worth the effort to get that ressie! The restaurant is beautiful, the food was some of the best we've had on property and the service was impeccable! And yes, the gray stuff really is delicious! We were seated in the ballroom! It was also very awesome to be able to have adult beverages with our meals! the beer and wine selections were both very good!
Beginning at 5p, every hour on the hour, the Master walks through the ballroom to see his guests, then heads to the library to meet his guests after they've dined.
Now normally, there is a party on Sundays which is why we made this ressie and early as it was, however, about a month after our 180, we found there was no party on this night and MK was open until 1am. So...we decided to head back to DHS to ride TSM and RNR then we were debating on either catching F! or coming back to MK. We made it back over in time for our TSM FP so we rode TSM first and by the time we were done, it was time for RNR. As we all knew Monster was too short and we had 6 FP so we grabbed a ride swap ticket (just in case, which turned out to be a good call) and sent DH, Grumpy and Merida. I stayed back with Doc and Monster as Monster was having a meltdown because he was too short (even though he couldn't even see the ride!) So Doc and I grabbed him some ice cream and he chilled....literally! So, it was a really good thing we grabbed the ride switch because the FP time expired (only by 3 minutes) by the time the first group was done! Doc and I had decided to "pay it forward" so we saw a younger couple coming out of the building and they were both wearing 1st time buttons and so excited about RNR so I walked up to them and asked if they'd like to ride again and gave them the 2 extra FP. They were thrilled! I love being able to do that!
Merida decided she really didn't like it so DH waited with Merida and Monster and I rode with Doc and Grumpy!
So after RNR we decided to head home to SSR. Monster definitely needed some down time and he actually fell asleep on the bus. We had planned to go swimming, but Monster never did wake up so Doc put him to bed, Grumpy took Merida to the Springs pool and DH and I went and picked up our packages (and theirs' too!) and hung at out the pool (and had a couple of adult beverages) at the pool! Doc did laundry and made out Monster's B'day party invites! We actually made it to bed at a reasonable hour for a change!
Up next....our last full day, more shenanigans, finishing our passports and seeing the cake boss!
) After Captain EO (which Doc and Grumpy appreciated it for what it is, Merida has now decided once and for all that DH and I have lost our minds and Monster....well, he's just being a monster right now) we headed up to the monorail and over to the Poly. Dinner at Ohana was FABULOUS as always. Unfortunately, because we'd um.....partaken in quite a few adult beverages, I did skip my customary lapu lapu, especially since we knew we were heading back to Epcot after dinner. Our friends loved Ohana. They thought is was amazing and they were impressed with breakfast. Well fed, we headed back to the monorail and back to Epcot so they could ride TT one last time and DH and I could finish our passport. Yes, this is the third year we've done F&W and the third year we've gone back to F&W and put more food and beverage down after eating at Ohana! We did desserts and champagne (all disappointing including the beer which DH described as warm Genness ale), Ireland (dessert was awesome!) and the coffee cart (adult iced coffee) was also awesome! The Pit is now throwing in the towel. All countries have been tried, our friends were still on TT and now it's time to get the "DONE" stamp. Thankfully, we found a CM who had a done stamp (at the store) which had also miraculously, received some Passholder festival shirts, which I promptly purchased. At least I was able to buy one Passholder item as pins were gone for 
. Sounds like everyone had a great time. All the food sounds wonderful - we were just there and I never had the chance to try the "adult" dole whip. I guess I'll have to try again next year.
Looks as though they had a great first day! Have fun...I don't know if I could do a solo trip...although if that were the only way I could go, I would do it! We're excited...17 more days til we are back home!
I still don't know if DH likes to spin or see me turn green...thankfully the Mickey waffles and bacon stayed where they belonged...in the pit. After the teacups it was off to Dumbo. We then stopped for a quick popcorn...pit needed a snack, which was consumed on the way to HM! After saying farewell to the happy haunts, we were able to walk onto BTMRR. Much to my dismay, splash was again down (this is getting to be a recurring theme) and finally it was time for "last ride" POTC. After visiting my beloved Capt Jack, it was time for my last Dole Whip, a quick stop in the Confectionary to pick up our customary large Mickey crispy treat with a caramel apple and DENIED....no gingerbread cookies! Oh well....good thing we are back in 52 days from this day! What time is it you ask? 10:52am and we are heading back to the bus as our ME is at noon. Can't not have more shenanigans....the bus is now taking FOREVER! We finally made it back to SSR at 11:40am. We met up with our friends who'd had breakfast, spent some time in the arcade and managed to put their stupid rubber spider in my bag (still not sure how this was accomplished!) We stopped to pick up our carry on luggage and all too soon, the NME (that stands for not so magic express when it's heading to the airport) had arrived and it was off the airport. Grumpy managed to photobomb a family on the bus, Monster was in tears because we had to leave and then he was mad because we told him we were not bringing him with us in Dec. We had some lunch, went to the gate and soon it was time to board the plane and 2 hours later it was back in cold, sloppy wet OH. Ok, so it wasn't too horrible, it was in the 60's and the rain had stopped that morning! I should mention that rotten spider was also found in my shower at 1am one morning after 
I'm a diehard Steeler fan that lives in a land that loves the "mistake by the lake"......it's very difficult to be a Steelers fan when you live 20 miles south of Cleveland! Alton Brown was awesome and well worth it! If he bring his tour to Philly, it's really worth the cost of the ticket! I love the world during the holidays! It's so peaceful, even when it's crazy down there! 
