Colleen's Aug/Sept trip report....

[topdog]

Yikes!! You crack me up again.

 

[xoktenox]

Hey girls, I'm still here! Sorry!

ANOTHER THONG?!?! Wowwww....and why is her male counterpart looking soaking wet?

 

[ladybugmom]

Ewwww!! What a nasty thong shot! Did she noit realize it was showing?! I mean really!!

 

[jenseib]

Ewwww!! What a nasty thong shot! Did she noit realize it was showing?! I mean really!!

She probably thought it was sexy!

 

[ladybugmom]

She probably thought it was sexy!

Oh my!! I hope not!! If so, she is sorely mistaken!!

 

[Sunset Cliffs]

Tammy - I was so confused reading through your whole ticket problem, but I finally got it at the end. Even if the situation was confusing, they still should have tried to handle it better than they did. I'm glad you were persistent and did not just let it go. And thank goodness that you got a good CM at the hotel!

 

[OneTreeHillAddict]

The day of the "crack" it was pouring rain for a bit. Thunderstorm...the whole works. We hid out in the Muppet store for as long as we could then ran across to Pizza Planet, because Ashley wanted to go play some games. I'm not on that day yet but I had to share something.

As I wait for Heather to reappear <hint hint> I will go ahead and catch up to Ms Colleen!

* Sorry to confuse you about the tickets. The whole situation was confusing to everyone. I was very happy to get it solved. The cm at the resort saw the problem, fixed it, could not explain why it happened....but tried to make things right. THAT is how they should do things at Disney. Okay, no more ticket talk.

 

[OneTreeHillAddict]

August 25th! This was Blizzard Beach day. Colleen and her family were there too. We have a couple of pics on the photopass but it's still not here. Sucks cause I used to order it and within the week it'd be on my doorstep. Well, it was ordered over a week ago and still, no confirmation of shipment or anything! PLUS they charge you $7 for shipping. It used to be included in the cost. I knew they did this. It was like that in March but still. I want my pictures!!!!! ha ha

We woke up a little later than her crew. Who us!? Well at least we got up before 3:00! (Unlike Ashley's room....lol) They missed every single breakfast they had reserved!!! Phew. So, we head to BB. We took some pictures on the sleigh up front then went on and ordered lunch. It was probably 10:00-10:30. They had just opened the place up front. We had chicken tenders and pizza I think. Oh, I just remembered....we brought one of those waterproof cameras with us! I just haven't finished the cameras out yet. I need to do that and have them printed. They can add those to a disc and I can share them with ya'll! I got some cute pictures. (At least I think I did!)

Me, Gabby, and Bolt spent the day together. The guys were with us for a while but later split to do the big slides. While they did that the three of us went on the family raft ride over and over and over again! We had so much fun. I was able to take the stairs without stopping to breathe this time too! I was very proud of myself! Those stairs are HELL. We hit the lazy river...the wave pool (with Colleen and her crowd)...went on the kiddie slides and the other slides in the big kids area. We had a blast! We were probably there for about 4-5 hours. By then we were worn out, sun burnt, and had sore feet. It was time to go!

We went back to Pop. Took our showers and got dressed for dinner. No ADR plans for tonight! While Colleen and I were planning we both agreed the menu at Big River Grill & Brewing Works (down at the Boardwalk) looked really good. This place does not accept ADR's through the WDW dining line so we figured we'd go down and see how things looked. We got in the truck and headed that way...

First things first....pee break for the kids. After all it's been more than 5 minutes since we left Pop. LOL I took this picture because I fell inlove with this painting.

Waiting some more....

The place was EMPTY! Look at it.

These poor guys look bored out of their minds!

I could see now eating would not be a problem! We were seated immediately and had this wonderful young fella native to Orlando as our server. Only Sidney and I ate here. The kids wanted to eat at FoodQuest. (Now you know we're headed huh?) Bolt was asleep most of our visit. Sidney was busy coloring, you know how it is. Check out that sunburn!

Then someone woke up really happy! Dad dressed him as he slept and put Dash's T shirt on him. I guess I should have double checked all this but I was doing my own thing. Just overlook the two sizes too big white undershirt. lol

Then dinner was served! I had the salmon and mashed potatoes...

It was heavenly! OMGosh I can't even tell you guys how good this was and we will be going back there next trip! Good thing it was a huge portion. Gabby ended up eating half of it! I tried to get her her own plate and she kept saying, "Nah, just one more bite."

Sidney ordered the steak and shrimp! He claimed this was one of the best meals he'd ever had at WDW. Said the steak was so tender you didn't need a knife and as for flavor....perfect! Again Gabby helped herself. Next time she will get her own plate!

Dinner and service was excellent! This place is highly recommended. We could hear other patrons praising the beer and wine as well. We don't drink either one but everyone was raving about it! For dessert you have two options. Chocolate on chocolate something or cheesecake. We ordered one of each. Again both were fantastic!

Needless to say this T was put into the "play clothes" pile after its very first wear. LOL

We took a little stroll along the boardwalk. It was nice and cool that evening and very few people were around. It was like having the place to ourselves. We really enjoyed it. Our next stop was....

DISNEYQUEST!!! We had not been here in a couple of years. We were all excited to go back. Colleen was supposed to meet us but they ended up hanging with local cousins or something. It was a good night for DQ because a horrible storm came up and it got nasty! We missed almost the entire thing! Yay! We spent about 3 or more hours at DQ. Tried to do everything! This was my first time riding the Buzz Lightyear blaster thingy. Last time in '06 the kids were not tall enough to ride. This time everyone but Bolt could do it. Gabby drove for us....

We has a blast! Next we played some 80's arcade games...went on the POTC game (this one rocks!!!) Went on the Jungle Cruise. (Also super fun!)

This game had a really long wait but the kids finally got in and LOVED it!

Someone found a game named after him....ha ha.

More DQ pics...

After this we went back to the resort. I don't remember if we all hung out or not!? Was this the night we closed down the food court? So long ago....ha ha. I forget! If it is that night I will have more to add. Jennifer probably will too. As for right now this concludes my August 25th post.

 

[Goofy22]

Tammy,
Great update that pic of Bolt with the cake is too funny! Blizzard Beach was a fun day! Believe it or not I already have a list of ADRs for next August 2010 and I have Big River Grill Brewing works on there for our First night. Maybe they will take adr's next yr last yr planet hollywood was walk up only and this yr they took adr's. I can't believe how dead that boardwalk was! Those meals looked very good! Yes the 25th was our first rained out pool party at Pop that we moved into the FoodCourt and closed it down.

 

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Tammy,
Great update that pic of Bolt with the cake is too funny! Blizzard Beach was a fun day! Believe it or not I already have a list of ADRs for next August 2010 and I have Big River Grill Brewing works on there for our First night. Maybe they will take adr's next yr last yr planet hollywood was walk up only and this yr they took adr's. I can't believe how dead that boardwalk was! Those meals looked very good! Yes the 25th was our first rained out pool party at Pop that we moved into the FoodCourt and closed it down.

Oh okay then, in that case...

Our first official planned "party" by the pool was rained out! I wanted to get to know Colleen better and our boys....help those two. They were/are like siamese twins! The kids never got around to eating at DQ, so ended up getting food at Pop.

We pulled some tables together, got our food, mixed our drinks...well, actually I wore mine! Thanks to the rowdy crowd of minors (not sure what the heck was up with these kids....mainly Bolt) but WOW! I'm sure Jennifer thought we were insane for a minute there. This wasn't the first thing spilt on me and surely it wouldn't be the last! By the end of this trip I sat in vomit (at least I think that's what it was), had a couple dozen drinks spilled on or near me, and it was not always my kids. Strangers took part as well! Looking back it was quite comical. (And gross!)

Anyway, we closed down the food court unintentionally. We were given the evil eye by the table wiper and realized it was time to go. Time flies when you're drinking Goldschlauger and 151. (Or wearing it)

We all headed back to our rooms and crashed!

*Ya know it's funny when I mention rain it doesn't phase me. After being there back in May when it stormed every single day for most of the day these little "showers" as I will call them seemed like nothing. If anything this rain brought on the cool crisp weather a few minutes after and that was nice! I can't remember a Summer trip that was so nice and "cool".

 

[jenseib]

Great updates!

I'm gonna do a little hi jack, if you all don't mind. I got Claire's Halloweeen costume together now, and I thought I would share it. She is being Mary Poppins.

 

[wdwgirl03]

Disney Quest sounds like fun. We've never gone there.

jenseib, that costume is very cute!

 

[jenseib]

Disney Quest sounds like fun. We've never gone there.

jenseib, that costume is very cute!

Thanks!

 

[Me&3]

Great updates!

I'm gonna do a little hi jack, if you all don't mind. I got Claire's Halloweeen costume together now, and I thought I would share it. She is being Mary Poppins.

What a GREAT costume A very Pretty Mary Poppins and Perfect in every way.

 

[jenseib]

Thanks. the first one I'm gonna use for a Halloween card!

 

[ZeroToHero]

I don't think I've ever seen the Boardwalk that empty!!!! Wow!

And the Photopass hasn't come yet? That is depressing, hopefully next week! It's because our "family" took so many photos!

Hopefully it has been shipped out, and it's not just sitting somewhere. They said 10 days, right?

The Big River Restaurant looks really good!!!! I might put that on my list for next time too!

And now I want to go to DisneyQuest!!!! I've never been when it was actually open, we went for a soft opening, I think. It looks really cool though - especially the raft ride.

Now off to read part 2.

 

[ZeroToHero]

Tammy - vomit? That's grossss......... why do these things happen to you? Thongs, vomit, spilled drinks... yuck.

Jenseib- That's adorable!!!! Claire looks great! The costume is perfect!

 

[WrightFamily06]

Great update Tammy Sounds like you all had a very fun day at BB , can't wait to see the photopass pictures ! The food at the Big River Grill , looked very delicious ! It also looks like you had a blast at DQ , we always have this option on our ticket it but never gets used DH doesn't really care for it and he loves video games , so that surprised me . It sounds like there was also some exciting times had durning your dismeet at the POP food court !


Jenseib- Claire's Halloween costume is adorable ! The kiddies and I were just talking about the other day that they want to meet Bert, Mary and the Penguins next time go to WDW and I was trying to explain to them how rare that is ! LOL

 

[jenseib]

Tammy - vomit? That's grossss......... why do these things happen to you? Thongs, vomit, spilled drinks... yuck.

Jenseib- That's adorable!!!! Claire looks great! The costume is perfect!

Great update Tammy Sounds like you all had a very fun day at BB , can't wait to see the photopass pictures ! The food at the Big River Grill , looked very delicious ! It also looks like you had a blast at DQ , we always have this option on our ticket it but never gets used DH doesn't really care for it and he loves video games , so that surprised me . It sounds like there was also some exciting times had durning your dismeet at the POP food court !


Jenseib- Claire's Halloween costume is adorable ! The kiddies and I were just talking about the other day that they want to meet Bert, Mary and the Penguins next time go to WDW and I was trying to explain to them how rare that is ! LOL

Thanks!

 

[lmillercrew]

Just joining in and thankfully I'm joining in early! I hate trying to play catch up. First of all, I'm happy that you were able to fix the ticket situation. I'm still confused, but that is not unusual. It's o.k. that I don't get it, I'm just glad that you were able to find competent help.
Second, when I saw that thong picture, my hand went over my mouth and a gasp rang out! I THOUGHT you'd experienced that once before. Wasn't it at Beaches n' Cream? Are you sure you're not wearing a shirt that says "Show Me Your Thong" ?
Oh, and did you take advantage of Sid's sunburned face? You know, like touching it and saying "does that hurt? Does that hurt?" Sorry, that's what I would've done to my DH. Not sure if that's the kind of wife you are.