Could the Dream Turn the Grump into a Believer? Charleston Update 10/13

[UGAFan0829]

I love the pics from the Dolphin Encounter...it looks like y'all really enjoyed it! My DH and I did that on our first cruise, and you are right--it is a memorable experience!

 

[RinkyTinkyTinky]

Oh, you know I loved this update!!!! That water is so beautiful! I know I say that over and over, but it never gets old to me. Our beaches here have dark blue water and you can't see anything, so that clear turquoise water is going to be a fabulous treat for me!

You have me so excited about the dolphin encounter! It looks like so much fun! I love all the expressions! I'm sure I will be the same way... it's not everyday that you play with a dolphin ya know! And I am so glad to hear that your boys and DH enjoyed it too. I've been worried that DH won't care for it. He said he was only going to do it b/c we want to, but he doesn't care about it. I'm hoping that he will change his mind though once he gets there. What did Don say/think about it?

You were so lucky to share that with Wigd and Shocker too!! I'm glad it worked out for you to be able to trade off picture taking! Very cool!

 

[MEK]

Oh Michelle - I wish I could see your pictures right now, but I can't. BOO!

It does sound like a wonderful way to spend the day. Can't wait to see all the pix!

As for the bubble butt - I don't need any skirt to help me in that department!

p.s. yes - please do post some Charlestown pictures!

 

[Lovemy3babes]

Oh wow Michelle! What beautiful photos; the scenery, the gentle dolphins, the time spent together. I'm glad your family enjoyed it.

 

[TanzUnited99]

Wow Michelle what a great update!

Blue Lagoon looks amazing and the dolphin encounter is soo cute. I love the memories you created as a result of the excursion.

I also will be wearing skirted swimwear so will most likely be showing a bubble butt at some point during the trip!

 

[jenseib]

Fabulous updates. I would've never noticed the skirt...and sadly, my butt is that big.
I remember how cold that water was and how slimy the platform is. But the experience is really neat and fun. You got some great pictures too. Sadly mine were not so great. I think being that we were with strangers, they were afraid to zoom in. At least I got a few.

 

[Happydog]

Just too much fun you all were having!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE that you all look like kids with complete wonderment and fascination! SO fun and what a great time I am sure. I am so glad that you all got to do that together!! Those dolphins sure look like they are having as much fun as you all did. So you took a boat around that tip of the island there where the light house is? I always wondered what was on the other side of that strip of land!!!!

Can't wait to read and see more.

 

[cherokeemamma]

Another great update Michelle!

The pictures from your dolphin encounter are amazing! The pictures show that everyone was having a great time. I have always wanted to do that but deep down it makes me a little nervous. Were you scared? I know my kids would love it.

Your bubble butt comments were hysterical. It reminded me of this story...I was out with a several ladies one day and someone started talking about their poochy tummy and another friend chimed in and said that is your "Bif". What is a "Bif" we all wanted to know... She said that is what her grandmother called her lower, protruding tummy and it means..."Butt In Front!"

Glad to hear you had a great time in Charleston. Would love to see your pictures. Have a great day!

TTFN
Darlene

 

[zipadeepixie]

I'm joining in late! What a fun trip. I'm taking a 4 day cruise on the Dream in October so this is great fun seeing your picures!

 

[stitch_mama]

Just joined in...as a serial lurker, I don't usually comment, but what a fun TR. We're cruising on the Dream in October - can't wait to hear more about your trip!

 

[shan23877]

joining in! I'd love to go on a disney cruise, but not quite ready to give up park time yet . Thanks for sharing!!

 

[Jktrush]

love seeing all your great pictures! the dolphin encounter looks fun thinking of maybe doing that with my three kids in oct. Did you see any little kids doing the encounter? Mine are ages 6,7&10. Great report!

 

[MeMom]

Blue Lagoon Island: So pretty!!

It really is!

The dolphin encounter pictures were fun. I'm sure that was an incredible experience, especially for all the boys.

 

[petals]

Luvin the pics from the dolphin encounter

 

[cdotla]

Finally all caught up! What a wonderful experience with the dolphins. I would love to do that! Love the photos...how great that you and Wigd could trade off for photos like that!

Sounds like a pretty amazing cruise so far!

 

[MEK]

Well - it took me long enough, but I finally saw all your dolphin encounter photos and they are just awesome!!!!! Love all the pics of your family and Anita's. It really looks like a ton of fun! Excellent!

And I do not see a bubble butt anywhere!

 

[brookelizabeth]

Atlantis. I'd love to see this someday, maybe next cruise.....

The next cruise, eh? Is that a hint that Don turned into a Believer???

The more I read about that Dolphin Encounter, the more I want to do it myself! I have to look more into it, I'm not sure Henry will be of age by the time we cruise....but, I guess if he's not, it's just an excuse to cruise again.

How very nice that you were able to snag pics of Anita's family and they could do the same for you! I love Marc's expressions - you can see the wonder of it all on his face!

 

[jeremysdisneymom]

Love your pictures of the dolphin encounter. I really want to do that when and if we ever cruise. It seems like the crusie keeps getting pushed back for other Disney trips!

That was great that you and Anita could take pictures for each other.

 

[Pinkocto]

Michelle, did we lose you? We have to know if Don is a believer, and more importantly, we need to have the story about the D & B purse!!!

 

[jenseib]

love seeing all your great pictures! the dolphin encounter looks fun thinking of maybe doing that with my three kids in oct. Did you see any little kids doing the encounter? Mine are ages 6,7&10. Great report!

I did it with my DD and she is 6.