Doing Disney Grandma Style! Our 6 day adventure! new ptr link up 1/17 ! PG.15

[mom2shayleeandlogan]

I cracked up when I saw the boys fake teeth, so funny! Their makeup was perfect, not to thick where you couldn't tell who they are. Looks like you guys had another great/late night!

 

[CoP Luv]

I just saw the drawings and they looked awesome! We just discovered the animation studio this past trip. Let's just say that we didn't save our Tigger pics for my TR.

Looks like you have a great time at the party! Love the boys' pirate costumes and make-up!

 

[ariel1025]

I am loving your report!! Your boys are adorable and I think it is awesome ya'll got to experience WDW with your Moms. My Husband and I keep trying to plan a big family trip (no kids yet so just us, siblings and parents) but the timing never works out right for everyone

We are new DVC owners and after seeing your pictures I am dying to stay at BLT now - I have made a mental note to ask for a high floor so we can see all the fantastic views!!

Can't wait for another update!

 

[heaven2dc]

The boys look so cool - they really did a great job with the make-up! Love the "bruised" eye look.

Your BLT views are awesome! What view did the grandma's get? (I can't recall reading what view they got.)

 

[mylag1rl]

The boys make up and costumes were amazing. They looked awesome ! The Pirate League is really a good idea for boys, I wish Disney had that when mine were little. Although in Disney you are never too old for anything. Yours and Brian's shirts were cute, too.

Glad you enjoyed MNSSHP ... I love all the Halloween decorations and seeing the characters in costumes. Eric is a boy after my own heart ... Mickey is my favorite too and every trip I have to have a picture with him.

 

[purplepeg]

Hey Diane, awesome trip report. I love the pictures of your pirates. That is some amazing makeup! We leave in a couple of days for a surprise trip for our girls. I showed them the video of your boys...we'll see if we get any excitement from them. How long is the walk from BLT to MK? We're staying in a 1 Br at BLT. Thanks again for an awesome report!

 

[morgtroy]

Oh great, I LOVE the pirate tutorial pics. So cute, perfect for the halloween party. I agree, I just love the music from the halloween parade. "Boo to you and you and you....". And the fireworks
Great pics, love the pics with Mickey, we didn't do that.

 

[Charleston Princess]

I am in love with the Pirates' League idea! I am so making my kids do it next summer whether they want to or not. (I don't think they will mind though ). Your boys make such great buccaneers!

Your shirt is great, Diane! Where did you find it?

So glad you loved MNSSHP -- I can't wait to do it again! The gravediggers were definitely my favorite part of the parade as well!

 

[IluvXU]

More party pics--- loved them all. So glad it was a fun night for you all.

The pirate thing is amazing. I cannot believe all the fun that would be. I had never seen any reports of the Pirate League, and I am so glad they have that for the boys now. Those pictures are just too priceless! Such a fun creative thing to do that boys would love... only at Disney World do we have that kind of magic!

 

[dddisrunner]

It's simple! I use the "wrap quote" button at the top of the reply box (it looks like a speech bubble) I highlight what I want to quote, then press that button! It's so hard for me to do a 'blanket' response most of the time, because there's so much I want to say!!

I'm glad you enjoy them!! I enjoy responding to your fabulous reports!!

Thanks Sooze!!!!

Pirates League experience looks like a blast

The boys looked great

I love the music from parade too. The pic you have of Mickey from Parade is so cool. Love how it looks like he is pointing right at you

Thanks Kelly! That music sure sticks with you! I LOVE it!

great update! The pirates make-up was awesome--the black eyes and scars looked very life-like! Was this somethingoffered just duing this time ofyear?

Thank you so much! I was really happy when the boys chose that look!

The boys makeup looks awesome! Eric did not look like the same kid! Did you have a reservation for the Pirate League, or can you walk up? Can't wait to read about Eric's birthday!!


Melissa

Thank you! I made an appointment for them. I think an appointment is the best way to go especially if you are going during a busy time of year!

 

[dddisrunner]

Diane,
What an awesome update. I so wish Luke would have done Pirates League now. If he would have seen this pics before hand he would have wanted too, everyone we have seen with the makeup has that heavy white stuff on but theirs looked like official pirate makeup- very cool! Glad to see all that was included in the 49.00 package, that is a great deal.
Your pics of the parade rocked!!! I'm glad you liked it as much as we did, great spot for the fireworks too! Loved the Mickey pic, now I'm wishing we would have waited Mickey's costume was GREAT!
What a great night you guys had, thanks for sharing!
Lesley

Thanks so much Lesley! Maybe Luke can try the pirate league this summer, especially if Lauren does BBB again! Heck, maybe the boys will do it again with him! Mickey did look great didn't he!

I love their facial hair and teeth! So awesome.

Looks like a great night for you guys!!!!

Thanks so much, it was a WONDERFUL night full of great memories!

Holy cow, I didn't realize you were back and had started the new report already! So, I have 7 pages of fun to look forward to.

Just looking at the ME line made me really want our trip to hurry up. I'm all misty eyed over a line to ride a bus.

YAY!!! Hi Amy, I am so glad you joined us again!! Tell me all about your trip you have planned!

I love your drawings of Sorcerer Mickey! I have to try this now!




So, so cool!!!

It sounds like your night was amazing!

Thank you so much! The drawing is so much fun!

This chair looks as though it could be extremely comfortable or extraordinarily UNcomfortable. Now I'm curious--you'll need to check with Eric for me and let me know.




It appears as though Matthew grew antlers in this picture! He's all ready for Christmas. I love it.

Eric said the chair was comfy but he sat in it because it looked "cool"!

what a great update! I have wanted to do MNSSHP but we never gone in october! I so want to do a solo trip just so i can do MNSSHP!

Thanks! MNNSHP is ALOT of fun!!

Was the theater really that empty??? It looks like you're the only ones there!




I have to admit, I'm not crazy about the modern look of BLT but that is one heck of a view!

No, AI wasn't empty but not full either, I guess that was just camera magic!!

You cannot beat the location and views from BLT!!

The boys look AWESOME! I'm behind the times--I've never heard of the Pirate League. I'm so glad they have something for boys now. Although I could totally see Caitlin vying for this instead of the princess thing when she was young.

I'm so glad you got to go for Halloween. We went one year when Cait was about 9. She and I dressed as witches and a little boy told me I was the prettiest witch EVER. I gave him my bag of candy.

Thanks Amy, you are always so sweet! i could totally picture Caitlin going for the pirate wench instead of the princess!! I LOL'D about the boy and the candy, TOO FUNNY!!

Another great update. I think it's wonderful how they finally have something so cooll for boys to do....their makeup transformation was amazing. They really did a great job.

I love the MNSSHP....someday hopefully we will travel at that time of year again.

I can't imagine how wonderful it was to be able to walk to BLT....Disney magic at it's best.

Isn't it great that the boys finally have something!! If you ever get the chance to do MNSSHP DO IT, it won't disappoint!

GREAT!!!! looks like an amazing time, that is soo cool that both moms went and get along so good!
The pirate make over looks neat, never seen pics before something to look forward to with the babies once they are big enough~ thanks for asking by the way, I was touched you even remembered.. They are almost 6 months now~
Annette

Hi Annette! Of course I remembered about the boys. Having twins is a BIG DEAL!!! I would love to see a picture of them if are OK with posting one!

I cracked up when I saw the boys fake teeth, so funny! Their makeup was perfect, not to thick where you couldn't tell who they are. Looks like you guys had another great/late night!

Thanks, those teeth sure took some getting used too!!! VERY authentic! We did have alot of fun this night! Thanks for reading/posting!

I just saw the drawings and they looked awesome! We just discovered the animation studio this past trip. Let's just say that we didn't save our Tigger pics for my TR.

Looks like you have a great time at the party! Love the boys' pirate costumes and make-up!

Thanks so much! I am sure your drawings were great! Thanks for all the compliments, we really did have so much fun at MNSSHP!

I am loving your report!! Your boys are adorable and I think it is awesome ya'll got to experience WDW with your Moms. My Husband and I keep trying to plan a big family trip (no kids yet so just us, siblings and parents) but the timing never works out right for everyone

We are new DVC owners and after seeing your pictures I am dying to stay at BLT now - I have made a mental note to ask for a high floor so we can see all the fantastic views!!

Can't wait for another update!

WELCOME! Thanks for joining in! Welcome to DVC too, you will LOVE it! We had a BLAST with our moms! BLT is terrific, I hope you get to stay there soon! I LOVE your pictures in your siggie...BEAUTIFUL!!

The boys look so cool - they really did a great job with the make-up! Love the "bruised" eye look.

Your BLT views are awesome! What view did the grandma's get? (I can't recall reading what view they got.)

Thank you so much! The grandma's had a pool view!

The boys make up and costumes were amazing. They looked awesome ! The Pirate League is really a good idea for boys, I wish Disney had that when mine were little. Although in Disney you are never too old for anything. Yours and Brian's shirts were cute, too.

Glad you enjoyed MNSSHP ... I love all the Halloween decorations and seeing the characters in costumes. Eric is a boy after my own heart ... Mickey is my favorite too and every trip I have to have a picture with him.

Thank you so much! I agree, you are NEVER too old for Disney magic! Eric sure does love Mickey, but then who wouldn't right?

 

[dddisrunner]

Hey Diane, awesome trip report. I love the pictures of your pirates. That is some amazing makeup! We leave in a couple of days for a surprise trip for our girls. I showed them the video of your boys...we'll see if we get any excitement from them. How long is the walk from BLT to MK? We're staying in a 1 Br at BLT. Thanks again for an awesome report!

Thanks! Welcome back to another journey of ours!! I agree, they did a great job with the boys make up! The walk from BLT to the entrance of MK is about 5-10 minutes depending on how fast you walk! Have fun at BLT, you will LOVE it!!

Oh great, I LOVE the pirate tutorial pics. So cute, perfect for the halloween party. I agree, I just love the music from the halloween parade. "Boo to you and you and you....". And the fireworks
Great pics, love the pics with Mickey, we didn't do that.

Thanks Julie! The boys had a blast at the pirate league! I agree that music and fireworks are PERFECT!!

I am in love with the Pirates' League idea! I am so making my kids do it next summer whether they want to or not. (I don't think they will mind though ). Your boys make such great buccaneers!

Your shirt is great, Diane! Where did you find it?

So glad you loved MNSSHP -- I can't wait to do it again! The gravediggers were definitely my favorite part of the parade as well!

Pirates' League is AWESOME...your kids will have fun there for sure!! I got my shirt at Target! $5!!! the gravediggers were AWESOME weren't they!!

More party pics--- loved them all. So glad it was a fun night for you all.

The pirate thing is amazing. I cannot believe all the fun that would be. I had never seen any reports of the Pirate League, and I am so glad they have that for the boys now. Those pictures are just too priceless! Such a fun creative thing to do that boys would love... only at Disney World do we have that kind of magic!

Thanks Laura! I really thought the Pirates' League was GREAT and you got so much for the money! Thanks for all of your sweet compliments!

 

[DWGal210]

Hi Diane!

I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your TRs. You have a great way of writing and it really makes you feel as though you are there - thanks!

What a fun thing to be able to bring your mom and MIL on this trip - they are looking like they had a great time!! I bet the boys loved having them along as well.

I have heard awesome things about BLT and your review also confirms that! What a great view - and not even a designated MK view to boot! Score!

I can't wait to read more - it looks like you guys are having a wonderful time!! Have a great weekend!

 

[Sooze]

It was so great being able to just walk there from BLT!

I know how much I LOVE walking into Epcot from BCV or BWV... I can imagine how wonderful it is to walk from BLT!! I love how this picture captures the casual wonderful-ness of i!

How creative is THAT?!


LOVED all of the pictures and details from their pirate experience. Now that I know so much about it, I'm SURE Tyson would just LOVE it. Thank you for being so thorough and for taking so many pictures!!

 

[Sooze]

Sorry.... I blew this one... trying again!

 

[Sooze]

We quickly got changed and went down to the lobby to meet the grandma's! Here are our transformed pirates!

Wow, Diane! They look AWESOME! Did you bring those costumes with you or buy them at WDW? Last year, Tyson was Captain Jack for Halloween and we had the worst time trying to make the costume look decent. Your little guys look fabulous!

And in case you were wanting to see Tyson as a pirate... here he is. (With the rum, of course!)

This picture just works in so many ways! Your orange shirts working with the orange pumpkins. The beautiful carriage letting everyone know you were in the Happiest Place on Earth. The perfectly pirate-y boys... Lovin' it!

How cool that you got to experience Halloween at the Haunted Mansion. Feeling a bit of jealousy, I'm not gonna lie!

 

[Sooze]

So, after looking at, and drooling over all of your MNSSHP pictures, I have decided that our family IS GOING to go this fall, even for a quick weekend, so that my kids can experience while they are still young enough!

Between you and Lesley, I feel confident that we all would love every moment!

Thanks for sharing!!

 

[dddisrunner]

Hi Diane!

I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your TRs. You have a great way of writing and it really makes you feel as though you are there - thanks!

What a fun thing to be able to bring your mom and MIL on this trip - they are looking like they had a great time!! I bet the boys loved having them along as well.

I have heard awesome things about BLT and your review also confirms that! What a great view - and not even a designated MK view to boot! Score!

I can't wait to read more - it looks like you guys are having a wonderful time!! Have a great weekend!

Hi! WELCOME! Thanks for joining us and for all your sweet comments!! BLT was great and that view was SPECTACULAR! I hope you have a great weekend too!

I know how much I LOVE walking into Epcot from BCV or BWV... I can imagine how wonderful it is to walk from BLT!! I love how this picture captures the casual wonderful-ness of i!


How creative is THAT?!


LOVED all of the pictures and details from their pirate experience. Now that I know so much about it, I'm SURE Tyson would just LOVE it. Thank you for being so thorough and for taking so many pictures!!

WOO HOO! I just love all of your comments Sooze!!! Tyson would LOVE Pirates League!

Sorry.... I blew this one... trying again!

Wow, Diane! They look AWESOME! Did you bring those costumes with you or buy them at WDW? Last year, Tyson was Captain Jack for Halloween and we had the worst time trying to make the costume look decent. Your little guys look fabulous!

And in case you were wanting to see Tyson as a pirate... here he is. (With the rum, of course!)

This picture just works in so many ways! Your orange shirts working with the orange pumpkins. The beautiful carriage letting everyone know you were in the Happiest Place on Earth. The perfectly pirate-y boys... Lovin' it!

How cool that you got to experience Halloween at the Haunted Mansion. Feeling a bit of jealousy, I'm not gonna lie!

Tyson looks AWESOME as Captain Jack and I CRACKED UP when I saw him with the rum! PERFECT!! Thanks for the compliment about the picture, I was pretty pleased with it too! I bought the boys costumes on ebay back in August!

So, after looking at, and drooling over all of your MNSSHP pictures, I have decided that our family IS GOING to go this fall, even for a quick weekend, so that my kids can experience while they are still young enough!

Between you and Lesley, I feel confident that we all would love every moment!

Thanks for sharing!!

AWESOME!!! You will not be disappointed! I am so happy for your family that you will experience Disney in fall!!!!

 

[dddisrunner]

So our third day at wonderful Walt Disney World was very special because it was my baby boys 8th birthday!! He was THRILLED to be waking up in Disney on his birthday! After our late night the night before, I had made 9am breakfast reservations at Eric's favorite Chef Mickey's!! It was INCREDIBLE to wake up at 8:20 am and be able to just casually get dressed and WALK to the Contemporary!

We walked over checked in and were seated immediately, so fast in fact we didn't even get our picture taken in front of the plate because there was a line there!

Before we knew it, the characters started coming, fast and furious!

Eric's fave!

After those 3 we finally went and got some yummy food! LOVE breakfast here, WAY better than dinner! IMO!

Up next was............

The recognized it was Eric's birthday at the podium but so far nothing at the table. I thought they did a specialized placemat but we didn't get one? Soon enough this was brought out though and Eric was a happy camper!

Then this lovely lady stopped by!

The it was time to dance with Mickey mouse!

The grandma's getting into it!

Matthew swinging his napkin!

It was a GREAT experience and a wonderful way for Eric to start his birthday!

After we finished we walked over to the monorail to head to Epcot!!!

Our first mission was to head to Test Track after Bryan ran and fastpassed Soarin! Just to give you an idea of the lack of crowds, we arrived at Epcot around 10:45 and our fastpass timefor Soarin was 12:00 noon!!!!

While walking to test Track Matthew was soaking it all in!

A CM rolled this gigantic ball towards the boys and they had a BLAST playing with it!

Our destination!

Test Track was a GHOST TOWN!

This picture is funny because on the wall directly behind Eric is a crash test dummy who is the size of an average 5 year old! WELL, Eric is 8 on this day and he measures as a typical 5 year old!

The boys and their grandma's waiting to take on the fast loops!

It was GREAT because we had a whole car to ourselves!! The grandma's had fun! After our ride of course we had to pose in the cars!

LOOK OUT WORLD!

Next up we decided to ride Figment before our fastpass for Soarin!

Then it was on to Soarin!!!

We asked for the middle top row and the CM's were great and let us wait so we could have it! It was our mom's first time and I wanted them to have a GREAT experience! It didn't disappoint, at one point during the orange grove point I heard my mom say "WOW"! I was SO THRILLED to be able to share this with her and she could see what our Disney obsession was all about!!

Afterwards!

Next up was Club Cool!! The boys were DYING to trick their grandmothers into trying the Beverly! Well Bryan's mom actually didn't think it was bad!!! My mom took some...

waiting for the reaction...

WE GOT NOTHING!!! I think it was because she had a little cold! Needless to say the boys were so upset that they didn't get to trick their grandmothers! HA!

Afterwards, we went to get Eric's birthday gift card. We have annual passes, so we thought the gift card was the best way to go! They raised the prices in August so he actually got $68...NOT BAD!

My happy boy with his card!

You may have noticed that I haven't mentioned one thing about Matthew being jealous or upset that Eric was getting to be at Disney for his birthday or getting a gift card! WELL up until this point he was a GREAT big brother and just genuinely happy for his brother..........WELL, that was all about to change!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




Coming up next!

Birthday ruined?

 

[wigdoutdismom]

Oh no Matthew!
Well, we can't blame him if he was a tiny bit jealous of all that Disney attention...

I think it's so cool that you are sharing your love of Disney with the grandmothers! I'm sure they loved Soarin' and Test Track. I can't wait to see if you turned then into mousejunkies!

I showed Baylor the pictures of the boys at Pirates League. He was curious about Mathew's age. I told him that I thought they were pretty close. I'm afraid we are approaching the time that he will think he's too old for all this, but, he has since decided that he wants a pirate make-over....:laughing: