Cheese Ball Yak Attack: 2 kids, 2 dogs, 1200 miles - The Sequel

[stopher1]

Previously on SOAP...


Mallu: Do you have any secrets?
Eunice Tate: No.
Benson: Wanna bet?
Eunice Tate: No one knows.
Benson: I know.
Eunice Tate: You're the only one who knows.
Benson: Well if I know you never know who else knows.

 

[dd50]

Just started reading your trip report. Sounds like you are off to a good start except for the throwing up in the car. Love the pics of the dogs sitting in the front seat. Do they give directions?

The pics of Madison are priceless. She looks so happy with Tiana.

So how long did the short line get?

 

[DisneyFed]

Of course he survived this. What kind of mother do you think I am?

I'm not sure my two year old would've been so lucky...

 

[itJeff]

So how long did the short line get?

That's great!

Embarrassing things? Hmmmmm let me think...did he tell you about that time in high school? Oh, I should probably not tell you about that.

What about that time in College? Or our honeymoon? No telling those will get me kicked off of here.

I'm sure Barry wouldn't mind. The more time between updates, the more time for these types of hijacks.

 

[FreezinRafiki]

Ok, so I'm going to have to say that you did have some inspiration for this (even if only subliminally and even if you don't give credit where credit is due)...since you saw a shot similar to yours in my TR from January when my Annie got on to BTMRR for the first time ever and I got her picture mid-ride as well the same way - point and shoot over my shoulders. I'm not offended by the lack of a shout out here, I'm just sayin'.... Seriously - great shot!

Ummm....parlay?

Hey Barry, was your back or your backside hurting that morning? Perhaps from a lousy sleeper sofa? Or were you just bending down for the fun of it?
Did you think the PhotoPass dude wouldn't get you in the shot and cut off your head or something?

Sorry, old habits die hard. When I was growing up, my mom was the family photographer. (Dad was a farmer and didn't have time to fiddle around with these new fangled "camera" things. ) Anywho, just about every shot with more that 2 people in it was horribly off center. We quickly learned that to maximize out chances to actually be seen in the picture, you had to squeeze down as close as possible.

Very nice update. Can't wait to hear about your Golden Ticket. Too bad there wasn't a tour of a chocolate factory included with it...

Willy Wonka: Do you like my meadow? Try some of my grass! Please have a blade, please do, it's so delectable and so darn good looking!

Charlie Bucket: You can eat the grass?

Willy Wonka: Of course you can! Everything in this room is eatable, even *I'm* eatable! But that is called "cannibalism," my dear children, and is in fact frowned upon in most societies.

I'm going to have to admit it - I have never seen Charlie and the Chocolate factory. Either version. Always looked freaky so I never bothered. Maybe someday. We'll see.

"...and then Evan yakked cheese balls all over the van!"

I didn't officially call for a caption contest. But I'm now making one and declaring you the winner!

Behind every great man is a woman rolling her eyes.

Say hi to your wife for me!

Very cool! I'm waiting in suspense. But did you at least sell your fastpasses for Splash Mountain and Peter Pan for a nice tidy profit?

How could I? It says right on them that they are non-transferable. Surly, you're not suggesting that I break the law are you?

great update barry. last seat on thunder is the best seat to have!!! looks like the kids are sleeping in 2 king size beds!! they look lost in there!love the pics with dd!!!

Every time we go somewhere, they seem to get the nice bed. The things we do for our kids.

Madison was running for Tiana!!!!!!

She's never met a character she didn't like (except the evil ones, of course - but she's never really met them!) She was so excited to see Tiana!

I took Juliana on the pirates ride for the 1st time this day too!!! She loved it!!

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WooHoo! You got the whole family on BTMR! I'm hoping to do the same in about 58 days. Except, it will be my oldest that will take the most convincing.

Almost. Grandpa stayed back. You know, to be the official photographer.

I'm going to have to remember to sit way out in the aisle while we're eating. Maybe some waiter will drop some chocolate covered strawberries on me.

Do what you gotta do, man!

Where will they use the Golden Ticket? Not telling Will it save them a booty-load of time? Yes!Will the other fastpasses be used? duh. Where will the next character meet happen?Stay tuned How may licks does it take to get to the center of a tootsie-roll pop? 3 Where do babies come from? Ask your mother Why are we here? 42 Are we alone in the universe? You're asking me? Heck, I'm not even alone in my own head

Can I hire Evan to help us with some interrogations....we need a nice threatening figure

He's been practicing his waterboarding on Madison's Barbies.

Sounds like a great morning at the Magic Kingdom! Those are adorable pictures of Madison with Tiana and Naveen. I'm jealous that the mist waterfall in Pirates was working! We went several times on our trip at the end of January and it wasn't working any of those times. Oh well, next time. I'm glad Madison conquered her fear of Pirates. Can't wait to hear what you do with your strawberry pass!

Thanks! On the first ride through we had Madison convinced it was a waterfall and she was going to get soaked. Yeah, we're bad parents but it sure was funny!

My 8 member team at work ate a 6 pound bag of gummie bears in 2 weeks. this blurs the line between cool and gross.

How long did it take to clean out the back of that minivan?

I was thinking the same thing...
Announcer: Confused? You won't be after this episode of "Soap"!

I had to Google "Soap". Wikipedia says it was "an American sitcom that originally ran on ABC from 1977 to 1981." Do you not recall me saying I was 8 years old in 1986? Do you really think I was watching Soap?

 

[FreezinRafiki]

[FONT="Comic Sans [SIZE="3"]I am really enjoying your trip report! The photos and commentary of Madison's visit with Tiana brought tears to my eyes! Such a joy! Looking forward to reading more! Can I possibly use more exclamation points?!! By the way, this reply is the first using my new Droid phone thing. I would love to have an iPhone but don't get a signal withAT&T in our neighborhood. Being able to use my cell phone while in my own home is rather a priority. I am loving the Droid! Just needed one more exclamation point![/SIZE]MS"][/FONT]

Thanks for joining in!

Feel free to hijack your husbands TR. It's a lot of fun! So, what other embarrassing things can you tell us about Barry?

Oddly enough, nothing. She claims that I don't embarrass. She's always the one embarrassed when she's around me.

Nothing. Nothing at all. Well, except for The Incident.

Shhhhh.... that was between you, me, 400+ members of the DIS Dad's club and anyone with access to the Internet.

Oh my... this TR is about to get interesting...

Yeah, and probably a bit dirty.

Just started reading your trip report. Sounds like you are off to a good start except for the throwing up in the car. Love the pics of the dogs sitting in the front seat. Do they give directions?

Welcome aboard!
The only directions they give are to trees and fire hydrants. (I'm sure I could have come up with a better line there, but it's almost 11 and it's been a very long day. If I think of a better one tomorrow, I'll be sure to post it.)

 

[itJeff]

I had to Google "Soap". Wikipedia says it was "an American sitcom that originally ran on ABC from 1977 to 1981." Do you not recall me saying I was 8 years old in 1986? Do you really think I was watching Soap?

Yeah, I've barely seen maybe 5 minutes of clips from Soap. Trust me, you're not missing much. I don't think I knew I was making a reference to it. The sub-conscience is a very funny thing though.

I forgot a random quote in my past few posts. What was I thinking?

PHENOMENAL COSMIC POWERS! Itty-bitty living space!

 

[stopher1]

Ummm....parlay?


Sorry, old habits die hard. When I was growing up, my mom was the family photographer. (Dad was a farmer and didn't have time to fiddle around with these new fangled "camera" things. ) Anywho, just about every shot with more that 2 people in it was horribly off center. We quickly learned that to maximize out chances to actually be seen in the picture, you had to squeeze down as close as possible.

No need to apologize - it just looks kinda funny, especially since Naveen appears to be clearly taller than you.

I'm going to have to admit it - I have never seen Charlie and the Chocolate factory. Either version. Always looked freaky so I never bothered. Maybe someday. We'll see.

Oh man you are missing out - especially with the newer and more correct version. The Gene Wilder 1970 something version is good, but the 2005 version with Johnny Depp is much more true to the book. That was one of my favorite books growing up. It, like you, has a dry witty outlook on life and some good social commentary. And Johnny Depp is just hysterical as Willy Wonka. In fact, we just watched it this past Friday night as a family. It was hysterical. You've gotta check it out!

I had to Google "Soap". Wikipedia says it was "an American sitcom that riginally ran on ABC from 1977 to 1981." Do you not recall me saying I was 8 years old in 1986? Do you really think I was watching Soap?

Of course I recall you saying you were 8 in '86. But even so, haven't you ever heard of reruns? I was only 8 in 1978 and didn't see a lot of classic movies and tv first hand from the years prior to that, but through the magic of reruns, and later on video and then even DVD it was possible. It is classic! Billy Crystal got his start on Soap. Great ensemble comedy that inspired Cheers and so many others, and set a couple of different spin-offs in motion. It took on all of those legendary daytime soaps in a way that nothing ever had, and really had a great time poking fun at everything that genre represented, as well as what the nighttime programming was starting to become through sometimes biting social commentary, but mostly just goofy and silly fun. It's set around two completely dysfunctional families the Tates and the Campbells. The entire series is on DVD. You should check out your local library to see if they have a copy and watch it. I watched it when it ran on tv the first time around... and it was a hit. You may not be old enough to remember it, but certainly other dads on here did.

 

[stopher1]

Yeah, I've barely seen maybe 5 minutes of clips from Soap. Trust me, you're not missing much.

Well not that's a matter of opininon, granted the wrong opinion, but an opinion just the same Seriously - in many ways, this TR, and the DDC are just like Soap - lots of diverse characters trying to take the story in multiple directions with no known destination in mind - and the results are often quite comic, especially when you give it more than just 5 minutes.

 

[billybobblockhead]

Great report. Looking forward to "the Rest of the Story."

Hi Bambi.

 

[E3yore]

Great report. Looking forward to "the Rest of the Story."

Hi Bambi.

I would like the rest of the report as well. Barry claims to be "working" while he is at work but I know that's not true. I think he is over on that Dis Dad board and probably making up stories about me and stirring up trouble.

Hello.

 

[E3yore]

Oddly enough, nothing. She claims that I don't embarrass. She's always the one embarrassed when she's around me.

This is true. Nothing embarrasses him. All the things that SHOULD embarrass him don't and he seems to turn it around to embarrass me. All the things that should be keep between him and I he tends to tell the world (with the end result embarrassing me). However, he lies. A LOT. Don't believe anything he says. He also enjoys telling stories about me. Normally with a twist and are completely false.

Shhhhh.... that was between you, me, 400+ members of the DIS Dad's club and anyone with access to the Internet.

Do I have to invade the Did Dad Board? Cause I will if I have too.

Yeah, and probably a bit dirty.

I am an angel and would never take it that far.

 

[E3yore]

Thanks! On the first ride through we had Madison convinced it was a waterfall and she was going to get soaked. Yeah, we're bad parents but it sure was funny!

I would like to clear this up. Barry is the bad parent. I was talking with Evan during this ride. He was keeping me safe as he was the brave little boy protecting his Mama.

 

[itJeff]

I would like to clear this up. Barry is the bad parent. I was talking with Evan during this ride. He was keeping me safe as he was the brave little boy protecting his Mama.

I'm so glad you decided to join in here, Bambi. It's nice to hear both sides of the story.

It's also very amusing.

 

[that's nice]

Oh man you are missing out - especially with the newer and more correct version. The Gene Wilder 1970 something version is good, but the 2005 version with Johnny Depp is much more true to the book. That was one of my favorite books growing up. It, like you, has a dry witty outlook on life and some good social commentary. And Johnny Depp is just hysterical as Willy Wonka. In fact, we just watched it this past Friday night as a family. It was hysterical. You've gotta check it out!

I didn't really like the new version. I guess I am 'old school' when it come to Charley. (even though I am only 1 year older than Barry)

I'm so glad you decided to join in here, Bambi. It's nice to hear both sides of the story.

It's also very amusing.

It is quite funny!!!!!

Thank goodness my wife hasn't joined.. I know she does LURK from time to time.

 

[stopher1]

I didn't really like the new version. I guess I am 'old school' when it come to Charley. (even though I am only 1 year older than Barry)

I've definitely encountered two very different camps on this topic...those totally for the older or totally for the newer. I like aspects iof the old. Wilder is quite good - but, the newer follows more of the story, and I just really like Depp's diverse range of characterizations. Loved him in Alice in Wonderland. Both the versions do take liberties, but the Depp one is just more faithful is all really. As I constantly remind my kids, everyone is different!

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

However, he lies. A LOT. Don't believe anything he says. He also enjoys telling stories about me. Normally with a twist and are completely false.

So you can't really juggle flaming torches? I feel so disillusioned.

I have to invade the Did Dad Board? Cause I will if I have too.

Not even the moderators will do that!

I would like to clear this up. Barry is the bad parent. I was talking with Evan during this ride. He was keeping me safe as he was the brave little boy protecting his Mama.

Man, Barry, you're getting trashed here. Are you really going to sit here and take this?

I didn't really like the new version. I guess I am 'old school' when it come to Charley. (even though I am only 1 year older than Barry)

I think it has to do with whether you're a fan of Tim Burton's film style or not. Personally, I don't care for his movies. I think he tends to overdo the freakshow stuff. But a lot of others love him, so what do I know?

 

[middlepat]

I would like to clear this up. Barry is the bad parent. I was talking with Evan during this ride. He was keeping me safe as he was the brave little boy protecting his Mama.

Don't worry about any misconceptions here Bambi. We are all Dis Dads and we all know that we are the lesser parent of the 2 in any given circumstance. We just like to share the stories and the laughs.

 

[stopher1]

I think it has to do with whether you're a fan of Tim Burton's film style or not.

I will agree with this statement. Most of his work I just absolutely don't care for, because he really does overdo stuff - but a couple of his films are just, IMO, really good. Personally I am not a fan of NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS at all - but I now lots of people who are, and especially what Disneyland (and now Tokyo DL) do to the venerable Haunted Mansion each fall... but there are millions in CA, or who visit, who absolutely adore that overlay. To each his own, I know.

 

[FreezinRafiki]

Yeah, I've barely seen maybe 5 minutes of clips from Soap. Trust me, you're not missing much. I don't think I knew I was making a reference to it. The sub-conscience is a very funny thing though.

I forgot a random quote in my past few posts. What was I thinking?

PHENOMENAL COSMIC POWERS! Itty-bitty living space!

Oi! Ten thousand years will give you such a crick in the neck.

Oh man you are missing out - especially with the newer and more correct version. The Gene Wilder 1970 something version is good, but the 2005 version with Johnny Depp is much more true to the book. That was one of my favorite books growing up. It, like you, has a dry witty outlook on life and some good social commentary. And Johnny Depp is just hysterical as Willy Wonka. In fact, we just watched it this past Friday night as a family. It was hysterical. You've gotta check it out!

Ok, I'll add the Depp Version to my "things to see list." And if I happen to be at the library and find Soap, I'll consider checking it out. No promises, though.

Seriously - in many ways, this TR, and the DDC are just like Soap - lots of diverse characters trying to take the story in multiple directions with no known destination in mind - and the results are often quite comic, especially when you give it more than just 5 minutes.

That's right. The longer I do this, di verse it gets.

Great report. Looking forward to "the Rest of the Story."

Growing up, we used to drop whatever we were doing whenever Paul Harvey came on the radio. Good memories.
Perhaps I'll start ending all of my updates with:
"FreekinRafiki......GOOD DAY!"

I would like the rest of the report as well. Barry claims to be "working" while he is at work but I know that's not true. I think he is over on that Dis Dad board and probably making up stories about me and stirring up trouble.

heh heh heh!

Thank goodness my wife hasn't joined.. I know she does LURK from time to time.

Is she reading my TR? Hi Mel!

So you can't really juggle flaming torches? I feel so disillusioned.

Alas, it is true. That was totally made up. She can do chain saws, though!

Man, Barry, you're getting trashed here. Are you really going to sit here and take this?

If I know what's good for me, yes.

Don't worry about any misconceptions here Bambi. We are all Dis Dads and we all know that we are the lesser parent of the 2 in any given circumstance. We just like to share the stories and the laughs.

Sad, but true.