Hakuna Kidani, What a Turtleful Phrase!

Me, too! Lots of smiling!!!!!!

I hope they have such a great time, but not great enough to not want me to come along in the future. ;)




I am so excited for the both of them!! Loving seeing the video and pics on FB!! :)

Me, too. I check the computer between every chore I did yesterday. I have got to finish my paint work today!





I love that they are having so much fun together! On another note, I have a question about the POP arcade. What is it like? Can you get tickets and trade for prizes? We've stayed at POP before but never used the arcade. We'll be there in a few weeks and I know Bayleigh will enjoy it.

It's a big arcade, and like Chuck E. Cheese, she can get plenty of cheap prizes that are big deals to little kids. ::yes:: Brooklynn is just starting to enjoy some arcade time in the last couple of trips.





For those not on FB, Jill and Brooklynn checked in to a ready room in Building 5, Mowgli and Baloo. They went to Animal Kingdom and were able to ride Kali, which made Brooklynn very happy. They ate at Pizzafari. I did not see Kilimanjaro Safari pictures, and I only talked to her a minute yesterday before I went to work, so I don't know if they did the safari or not. Jill planned to get MNSSHP tickets, but much to her dismay, they were sold out. They ended up at Hollywood Studios with AL friends who were on the last night of their trip. I didn't get home until after ten, so I only know what I read on FB. Sounds like she had some interesting bus companions. And there may have been chicken involved in a dinner that was had south of Florida and north of Venezuela. I am using context clues from her FB posts to infer that part. We'll see what the real story is later.
 
When I first saw the pictures, I thought Brooklynn was being really friendly with someone in line. :rotfl: Have fun with Bella today!!
 
When I first saw the pictures, I thought Brooklynn was being really friendly with someone in line. :rotfl: Have fun with Bella today!!

She knows a bunch of people down there right now - friends and relatives. She may get friendly with several people in the next few days. Jill said she and Michelle (one of our cousins) walked right into each other in Hollywood last night. They had been texting, and she knew they were in the park, but they didn't have plans to meet up at that time. They just crossed paths coincidentally.




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Jill called this morning. They did not eat at CBR. They used CBR as a transfer point to DTD, because it was the first bus they saw when leaving the park. She said the lady bus driver had an attitude from the beginning as she was getting a wheelchair on. She said the lady was barking orders to people instead of just kindly explaining how the procedure went, and at one point she said something like, "These are my rules and you'll deal with them," or something to that effect. Sounds like she needs a course in Disney Magic 101.

They were planning to have Mickey waffles and then go back to Animal Kingdom. They did not do the safari yesterday, because Brooklynn was getting very tired and just wanted to go back to Pop to play some arcade games and then rest. Jill said she will be getting a wheelchair today, as it is clear Brooklynn is not ready for all this walking.
 

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Jill called this morning. They did not eat at CBR. They used CBR as a transfer point to DTD, because it was the first bus they saw when leaving the park. She said the lady bus driver had an attitude from the beginning as she was getting a wheelchair on. She said the lady was barking orders to people instead of just kindly explaining how the procedure went, and at one point she said something like, "These are my rules and you'll deal with them," or something to that effect. Sounds like she needs a course in Disney Magic 101.

They were planning to have Mickey waffles and then go back to Animal Kingdom. They did not do the safari yesterday, because Brooklynn was getting very tired and just wanted to go back to Pop to play some arcade games and then rest. Jill said she will be getting a wheelchair today, as it is clear Brooklynn is not ready for all this walking.

Sounds like Jill and Brooklynn are having a great Mother/Daughter trip so far! So good that Brooklynn gets this time after all she's been through! What a great reward! pixiedust:

What a great time to be enjoying Disney!!! Weather looks about perfect.:goodvibes I might just have to take a trip soon. :thumbsup2
 

That is so exciting for everyone! I wanted to let you know the store is having 30% off of clearance this weekend!

Have a good one!

Lynn
 
The wheelchair was a good idea...don't want her to damage what has been done. I'm enjoying the FB updates. I hope you are having loads of fun with Bella, MeMom.
 
How special for Brooklyn that she got a special trip with her mom. I am sure that she will cherish this time with her and of course Jill will treasure it too. I would love to follow along on facebook.

Marilyn
 
Love that Jill and Brooklyn are sharing this special time together.

Good idea getting Brooklyn a wheelchair. I think she'll enjoy it much more not getting so tired.
 
Love seeing the AKL pics. They do have some good sayings there on the walls.

Cute little Sophie. She is smiling even though she sounded awful.

You will be arriving to Disney in Dec. on the same day my Dad turns 91 years old :goodvibes.
 
I got a little bit behind, but I'm all caught up now! Seaworld looks like it was a lot of fun and Kidani Village looks absolutely gorgeous! AKL is one of my top dream resorts, it's just amazing. And how wonderful that Jill and Brooklynn are getting some one-on-one Disney time. I hope they're enjoying every minute!

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Sounds like Jill and Brooklynn are having a great Mother/Daughter trip so far! So good that Brooklynn gets this time after all she's been through! What a great reward! pixiedust:

What a great time to be enjoying Disney!!! Weather looks about perfect.:goodvibes I might just have to take a trip soon. :thumbsup2

They have had fun. I look forward to hearing the stories. I know they miss the little girls, though. That would be the biggest negative to a trip like this.

The weather has been good for them. I have not heard her mention any rain.





That is so exciting for everyone! I wanted to let you know the store is having 30% off of clearance this weekend!

Have a good one!

Lynn

We stopped in yesterday after the zoo excursion. We are also signed up for the party next Saturday. :) If Jill has a decent week at work, we will be there. If it gets too crazy, they probably will sleep in and not come to Nashville until later Saturday.





The wheelchair was a good idea...don't want her to damage what has been done. I'm enjoying the FB updates. I hope you are having loads of fun with Bella, MeMom.

They could not have made it without the wheelchair. Brooklynn's walking is definitely not back to normal.

Bella and I have done some window shopping, gone to the zoo, had fun with bubbles, and 'interviewed' prospective painters for the trim work on my house. The last activity was not so much fun. Painters are EXPENSIVE!





How special for Brooklyn that she got a special trip with her mom. I am sure that she will cherish this time with her and of course Jill will treasure it too. I would love to follow along on facebook.

Marilyn

I know it will be a memorable trip for both of them. :love: They closed Magic Kingdom around three this morning and are sleeping in today, as far as I understood it. That will let them enjoy a slow morning and maybe get some more swimming in before they catch their flight home. Bellas and I will head back to Alabama about lunch time and look forward to seeing them this evening. :goodvibes





Love that Jill and Brooklyn are sharing this special time together.

Good idea getting Brooklyn a wheelchair. I think she'll enjoy it much more not getting so tired.

Having the wheelchair allowed Brooklynn to walk when she wanted to and rest when she needed to. They just got them at the parks and didn't have one at the resort.




Love seeing the AKL pics. They do have some good sayings there on the walls.

Cute little Sophie. She is smiling even though she sounded awful.

You will be arriving to Disney in Dec. on the same day my Dad turns 91 years old :goodvibes.

Sophie is a smiley girl. She is learning to cheese it up now, too. When you talk to her, she will wrinkle her nose and smile really big sometimes. She is a mess. She looks sooo much like Jill as a baby that I have a lot of deja vu with her.





I got a little bit behind, but I'm all caught up now! Seaworld looks like it was a lot of fun and Kidani Village looks absolutely gorgeous! AKL is one of my top dream resorts, it's just amazing. And how wonderful that Jill and Brooklynn are getting some one-on-one Disney time. I hope they're enjoying every minute!

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I think AKL and Beach Club may be my favorites. I love Poly and want to stay there, but Beach Club has really grown on me through the past few years of visiting Marc and Anita there. Also, being able to walk so easily to Epcot and Hollywood Studios from BC is a major plus in my book.






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Jill and Brooklynn spent the day in Epcot yesterday. I saw some F&W goodies briefly, as I was glancing at pictures, but I have to go back and have a better look in a few minutes. They had the option of going to Magic Kingdom and staying until the wee hours of the morning or doing MK this morning before they had to check out. They opted for going last night and staying. I think now they are just sleeping in, packing it up, and checking out this morning at a slow pace. Brooklynn will probably want to swim one last time, or I guess they might go to DTD one last time. Bella and I have not talked to them that much, really, so I don't know the lastest plan. We Face-timed with them a few times, and that was cool to 'be there'.

I have enjoyed having Bella for company. Trent and Brandi went to the zoo and the mall with us yesterday. If you have seen the Mingo Zack videos, you know that a trip to the zoo with Trent is not a normal stroll through the zoo. :crazy:

After I get Bella back home, the rest of my week will be spent doing lots of hours of school work and one night of my part-time work. I will be so glad when this October evaluation stuff is over. :teacher:

Have a good week ahead, everyone! Those of you on fall break, enjoy your fun time! Those of you who don't get a fall break, you have my heartfelt condolences. I don't see how you survive without one!
 
Our wanderings around Kidani finally brought us here.



Where there is water, there is happiness for little girls and boys.



And when it rains from above in all kinds of ways, well, that's even better!



There are dry areas in which to play, as well.









Trust in me. Just in meeee.....




Pretty flowers.



A good place for Trent and Jarvis.



Nice restroom facilities.











Just a look. Didn't get in.







In the elevator.



And with that, we ended our night. It had been a long and very fun day. We were closing our eyes in the heart of Africa with wild creatures just steps away from our 'tent'. What an awesome experience!
 
Lovely pictures! Seeing that water play area makes so want to stay at AKL so bad! One of these days...

I've enjoyed Jill and Brooklynn's pictures of their trip on fb. Looks like they have had a great time and some crazy adventures.

Got to see a couple of Mingo Zack's videos....very entertaining! We are headed to the zoo today. Our last hurrah before we head home and back to the real world.
 
Great tour of the pool area at AKL! I love that kids area...it is so well themed.

Sure looks like the girls were enjoying their time at the pool.

I'm glad you enjoyed your time with Bella.
 
I am here! Very late.....:confused3 but here.

It may take me a few days to get caught up.

Hope all of you are well. Love Jill and Brooklyn's post on FB. It looks like are making some great memories!
 
Ha ha I thought I was the only one who takes pictures of gyms. You do not know how happy Cody was when he found out that GFV has a gym!! Well maybe you do know how happy he was.;)

That arcade sure attracts the kiddos doesn't it??

Just starting my TR.:hyper:
 
Once again I'm getting caught up. I really enjoyed the Sea World pictures. Maybe some day we'll make it there. More likely that we go to the one in Texas again. AKL just looks wonderful. I'm glad y'all got some down time there. I truly enjoyed the weekend spent watching Jill and Brooklynn's mother/daughter trip. I had a trip with just Danielle in 2009 and really enjoyed it.

I hope you enjoy the rest of your fall break and recharge your batteries before you're evaluation.
 
Looks like there was fun pool time at AKL! And some great pictures, as always! :thumbsup2

In just 11 short weeks, we'll be having our NYE dinner at O'Hana! Woo hoo! :dance3: How many people will be able to join us? Katie Schafer and her family will be there, and your crew of course. I hope we have a nice big group, the more the merrier! :grouphug:
 
All caught up!! I really want to take a trip to Vero!! We love AKV-our DVC home. Looks like Jill and her big girl had a fun time!!
 
Hope you have a great day today, MeMom! :goodvibes

And I just thought of a question for you - I have a 2nd grader of my own who is a pretty advanced reader. I was wondering if you had any author or series suggestions for her? She loves Magic Tree House books and Junie B. Jones but beyond those, I just grab anything I see at the library that I think she might like. She reads a lot, which I want to encourage, but I'd like to give her a little variety. Thanks for any suggestions!
 














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