"I'M STUCK IN DISNEY!!!!!!!!" A Delightfully Unliveable TR ~ NEW TR 9/27!!!!!!!!!!!

[MrsDrewsky]

I'm coming out of lurkdom to finally say hi. I have loved this TR. You have such an enthusiasm for Disney.

My husband and I live in Oklahoma City, but we frequently visit Tulsa to see shows at Cain's Ballroom. Sometimes if Hanson isn't touring you can spot one of the brothers at shows there. We were visiting WDW in early Oct. and I was kind of bummed we weren't there while Hanson was performing. I have been to a few of their shows, and they're always a fun time.

 

[cocofifi]

I'm still here, lurkin' and enjoying your trip report. I especially love how you notice little details that a novice like me would probably overlook. Congrats on your upcoming trip! I'll be there at the same time for a mother/daughter trip with my little girl. So happy to know you'll be there spreading good vibes!

 

[marDgreen88]

OH MY GOSH. I realized a couple weeks ago or something that I was insanely behind on your TR, so little by little I've been catching up, and I've FINALLY done it. I feel so accomplished so I probably don't need to do anything for the rest of the weekend.

Anyways, fantastic job with this puppy! There are so many things to talk about but I can't remember any of them, except for the fact that I honestly had NO CLUE that you were going back to Disney so soon?! WHAT?! Amazing!

Also, you and Lee Anne are both really pretty. I thought that was important to say... BUT YAY, so glad I'm caught up now!

 

[KCFAN247]

Love reading your trip reports! I'm actually going in may also! Just a week before you! So so excited! Hope u have a great time!

 

[EnchantedFairy]

Still reading and still adoring the TR and You! And as if we didn't have enough in common with all the lovin' of Disney, Friends, and Hanson....now Jack!! Jack Nicholson is on my "list" and yes, it's laminated and everything!! And I get so many people that say to me, "Really Jack Nicholson, he's so old, why is *he* on your list?" To which I respond, "Umm, he's a LEGEND!! How many of your love trysts can you say that about?!?"
I can't believe you saw him in person! I'd totally freak.

 

[Aussiesalad]

GROWL!! I did a whole long comment and then somehow clicked back and it disappeared forever! Stupid computer, ok let's go for round two.

BirthdayFestivus13 sounds like it's going to be the best celebrationing EVER!! What a trip! I've said this about 5 million times already but you guys are going to have the BEST TRIP EVERRRRR!!! Ahh excitement central! I'm excited to live vicariously through you. YAY!!

You're morning alone sounds really lovely! I don't know if I would want to do a whole solo trip because I love being there with friends so much but it's so nice to just wander around on your own schedule with your own agenda!

Good work for showing no mercy with the old lady, and I'm glad her commentary was a pleasant addition to such an amazing ride!

The citizens of Hollywood are SO GREAT! They make me so happy when they manage to pull out THE most awkward people to be part of their street performances.

You look so serious floating above Jack's head. Clearly awestruck by his amazingness! I can't believe you saw him once!! That is so rad!! Ahhh to live in New York!

I loved exploring AOA and Landscape of Flavours! It's all so new a shiny! Such great theming there!

Pumbaa looks like he enjoys maning the register, the word on the street is that warthogs usually do...

 

[jerelle]

Hi Lia,

You=hilarious! Seriously! Like I'm pretty sure you could get paid for this blog if the right people read it. Also, you kinda remind me of me in my twenties(minus the baby and husband I already had) ANY HU! Your TR is like CRACK and I really don't know how I never found it before, except to say that last night I was suffering from some mid-forties insomnia(don't ask, don't tell) and I stumbled upon this TR, so maybe it was meant to be! I was up from 1-6 this morning, only stopping because I could not longer keep my eyes open(felt much like my hard core Disney experiences!!!) and at times I was CRYING laughing so hard. I LOVE your adventures and give me MORE!!!

Some special notes: Hula Timon(ADORE), Tigers Pooping( I mean, REALLY?), the kid photobomb(I am still laughing actually) and last but certainly not LEAST: your love child with the Monorail Voice Guy, Manny Alejado! OKAY!

I am about to embark on your older adventures, coffee in hand but I couldn't continue any longer without telling you how GREAT this trippy is!

Jerelle
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3079945

PS The beer you had was most definitely a Guiness, my favourite, which I refer to lovingly as a beer milkshake. Never disappoints.

 

[DisneyKid4Life]

Hi Lia, I'm finally all caught up. Phew.

OK, first, I don't know how I missed this TR all this time; it's ab fab. Better late than never I guess.
The good thing though is there was so much great stuff to catch up on.
I wouldn't even know where to start on comments so I'll just say that
1) Your skin tone is perfect!
2) I absolutely LOVE your enthusiasm and humour. It is completely infectious.

Seriously looking forward to the rest of this PLUS BirthdayFestivus13!

 

[__disneygirl]

I'm coming out of lurkdom to finally say hi. I have loved this TR. You have such an enthusiasm for Disney.

My husband and I live in Oklahoma City, but we frequently visit Tulsa to see shows at Cain's Ballroom. Sometimes if Hanson isn't touring you can spot one of the brothers at shows there. We were visiting WDW in early Oct. and I was kind of bummed we weren't there while Hanson was performing. I have been to a few of their shows, and they're always a fun time.

:Welcome:!!! Thanks for coming out of lurkdom! I'm glad you're enjoying the TR!

Oh, I know Cains! I've been to Tulsa before. I like it there a lot.

I'm still here, lurkin' and enjoying your trip report. I especially love how you notice little details that a novice like me would probably overlook. Congrats on your upcoming trip! I'll be there at the same time for a mother/daughter trip with my little girl. So happy to know you'll be there spreading good vibes!

Thank you so much! I hope you have a magical time with your daughter!

OH MY GOSH. I realized a couple weeks ago or something that I was insanely behind on your TR, so little by little I've been catching up, and I've FINALLY done it. I feel so accomplished so I probably don't need to do anything for the rest of the weekend.

Anyways, fantastic job with this puppy! There are so many things to talk about but I can't remember any of them, except for the fact that I honestly had NO CLUE that you were going back to Disney so soon?! WHAT?! Amazing!

Also, you and Lee Anne are both really pretty. I thought that was important to say... BUT YAY, so glad I'm caught up now!

YAY I'm glad you're all caught up!

Thanks so much!! I know, I can't believe I'm going back so soon! I AM TOO EXCITED!!!!

Aww, thank you, that's so sweet of you to say! <3

Love reading your trip reports! I'm actually going in may also! Just a week before you! So so excited! Hope u have a great time!

Thank you!!! YAY FOR MAY!!! I hope you have a great time too! You'll have to let me know how you like the F&G food booths!

Still reading and still adoring the TR and You! And as if we didn't have enough in common with all the lovin' of Disney, Friends, and Hanson....now Jack!! Jack Nicholson is on my "list" and yes, it's laminated and everything!! And I get so many people that say to me, "Really Jack Nicholson, he's so old, why is *he* on your list?" To which I respond, "Umm, he's a LEGEND!! How many of your love trysts can you say that about?!?"
I can't believe you saw him in person! I'd totally freak.

Yay, thanks!! Oh how I love Jack. Trust me, I did freak. It was at the premiere of The Departed so that whole night was just insane. I couldn't believe it was really Jack in front of me!

GROWL!! I did a whole long comment and then somehow clicked back and it disappeared forever! Stupid computer, ok let's go for round two.

BirthdayFestivus13 sounds like it's going to be the best celebrationing EVER!! What a trip! I've said this about 5 million times already but you guys are going to have the BEST TRIP EVERRRRR!!! Ahh excitement central! I'm excited to live vicariously through you. YAY!!

You're morning alone sounds really lovely! I don't know if I would want to do a whole solo trip because I love being there with friends so much but it's so nice to just wander around on your own schedule with your own agenda!

Good work for showing no mercy with the old lady, and I'm glad her commentary was a pleasant addition to such an amazing ride!

The citizens of Hollywood are SO GREAT! They make me so happy when they manage to pull out THE most awkward people to be part of their street performances.

You look so serious floating above Jack's head. Clearly awestruck by his amazingness! I can't believe you saw him once!! That is so rad!! Ahhh to live in New York!

I loved exploring AOA and Landscape of Flavours! It's all so new a shiny! Such great theming there!

Pumbaa looks like he enjoys maning the register, the word on the street is that warthogs usually do...

Ahh! Well thanks for takin' the time to re-write your comment!

GAH I know I am SO excited!!! I can't even believe it's happening! I will try and include every detail so you can live vicariously! That's what I've been doing as Jess does her CP, so I know what you mean!

I went on a solo trip when I was 18, and I had a great time but I was super lonely. This time though, once I got StuckInDisney, I LOVED being solo. I can't even describe it, I don't know what changed, but I am so excited for more solo time!

I SHOW NO ONE MERCY WHEN IT COMES TO TSM. It's just not an option.

Ahhh I love them so much too. What a great job to have!

hahahah I know, I don't know what that serious face was about! The funny thing about New York is the celebrities blend in. I almost NEVER see them just out and about. I only saw Jack because I was at a movie premiere. Obviously there I notice them, but usually I never see them on the streets!

AHH I KNOW! It's one of my favorite places now. I can not wait to eat there again!

Oh, is that the word on the street? I hadn't heard! Good thing I have you to update me on all the warthog happenings!

Hi Lia,

You=hilarious! Seriously! Like I'm pretty sure you could get paid for this blog if the right people read it. Also, you kinda remind me of me in my twenties(minus the baby and husband I already had) ANY HU! Your TR is like CRACK and I really don't know how I never found it before, except to say that last night I was suffering from some mid-forties insomnia(don't ask, don't tell) and I stumbled upon this TR, so maybe it was meant to be! I was up from 1-6 this morning, only stopping because I could not longer keep my eyes open(felt much like my hard core Disney experiences!!!) and at times I was CRYING laughing so hard. I LOVE your adventures and give me MORE!!!

Some special notes: Hula Timon(ADORE), Tigers Pooping( I mean, REALLY?), the kid photobomb(I am still laughing actually) and last but certainly not LEAST: your love child with the Monorail Voice Guy, Manny Alejado! OKAY!

I am about to embark on your older adventures, coffee in hand but I couldn't continue any longer without telling you how GREAT this trippy is!

Jerelle
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3079945

PS The beer you had was most definitely a Guiness, my favourite, which I refer to lovingly as a beer milkshake. Never disappoints.

Ahhh I love this comment! Hello and to the craziness! I am glad you appreciate it all. Thanks so much for all your compliments! I can't believe you stayed up from 1 to 6 just to read my ramblings. You are a trooper. Again thank you so much!

I hope you enjoy my past TRs just as much as you have this one. Thanks so much for reading!!

Hi Lia, I'm finally all caught up. Phew.

OK, first, I don't know how I missed this TR all this time; it's ab fab. Better late than never I guess.
The good thing though is there was so much great stuff to catch up on.
I wouldn't even know where to start on comments so I'll just say that
1) Your skin tone is perfect!
2) I absolutely LOVE your enthusiasm and humour. It is completely infectious.

Seriously looking forward to the rest of this PLUS BirthdayFestivus13!

Hey!! Yay, thanks for catching up! I'm glad you're lovin it!

Why thank you on all accounts!!!! You're too kind.

 

[Stringbean&Wingnut]

Yay for your upcoming trip!!!! That sounds like it is going to be EPIC!!!

Landscape of Flavors looks really good!

 

[LifeIsDis]

I NEEEEEEEED that pin collage. Need it.

ART OF ANIMATION!!!!! I got to stay there in November in the little mermaid rooms and it was awesome. The resort is AMAZING.

Landscape of Flavors>any other QS.

*****

AND OHMYGOD YOUR TRIP SOUNDS AWESOME.

 

[bentopher]

Hi everyone!!! WHOA BABY!!!!!!!!!!! In exactly two months, I WILL BE AT DISNEY WORLD! It still doesn't feel real at all, I'm not even as excited as I should be because it just does not compute that I get to go back to Disney so soon and again be there with some of my closest friends. A lot has changed about our trip and I really have to do a PTR update. So that will be coming soon! TWO MONTHS TWO MONTHS!!! 60 DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!![/SIZE]​

I think we are going at the same time
I'll be there May 15-22.. staying at Pop!

Only 59 days to go for me now!!

 

[khertz]

I had to picturing you going hardcore on TSM with a little old lady in the car with you!!

I am really hoping to take some time going over to AoA and look around and eat at Landscape of Flavors. I've heard nothing but great reviews! Your pasta looks delicious. Too bad Lee Ann couldn't join you...I bet she would have loved checking out lifesize Scar in the Lion King section!

 

[__disneygirl]

Yay for your upcoming trip!!!! That sounds like it is going to be EPIC!!!

Landscape of Flavors looks really good!

I could not be more excited!!

It really is delicious. I think you and Wingnut would love it!

I NEEEEEEEED that pin collage. Need it.

ART OF ANIMATION!!!!! I got to stay there in November in the little mermaid rooms and it was awesome. The resort is AMAZING.

Landscape of Flavors>any other QS.

*****

AND OHMYGOD YOUR TRIP SOUNDS AWESOME.

Well get ready to pay up, I think it was like $5000!

That is so awesome you got to stay in a Mermaid room. I want to do that so bad!

I agree =) Others come close, but Landscape has to be the best. Besides Wolfgang Puck Express but I don't count it b/c it's not Disney QS.

IT IS AWESOME!!! hahaha. It is going to be the best. I absolutely can not wait!!

I think we are going at the same time
I'll be there May 15-22.. staying at Pop!

Only 59 days to go for me now!!

YAY that's awesome!!! I hope you have a magical trip! Maybe I'll run into you.

I had to picturing you going hardcore on TSM with a little old lady in the car with you!!

I am really hoping to take some time going over to AoA and look around and eat at Landscape of Flavors. I've heard nothing but great reviews! Your pasta looks delicious. Too bad Lee Ann couldn't join you...I bet she would have loved checking out lifesize Scar in the Lion King section!

HAHAHA yes it was quite the experience for us both.

Trust me, it's sooo worth taking the time out! I'm sure your son would absolutely love it, I don't know what kid wouldn't. And the food is beyond delicious. Hopefully Lee-Anne will get to see Scar next time!

 

[clynngibson]

I grew up vacationing in Bradenton-Sarasota! My parents now have a time share on Anna Maria Island. It it is such a beautiful place

Your birthday trip truly sounds EPIC!!!

 

[bentopher]

YAY that's awesome!!! I hope you have a magical trip! Maybe I'll run into you.

More like maybe I'll run into you.. LOL I have a feeling I know what YOU look like more than you know what me and my kids look like

Keep up the great trip report! I can't wait to hear what happens with the hurricane!!

 

[sheila <3 WDW]

More fabulous updates. How awesome that you get to go back so soon!?!?!?! I'm jealous! We probably won't go back until October, 2014. Maybe we'll move it up to March/April 2014 and get another trip in before my son turns 3. We'll see.

I just got back from my trip 6 days ago and I am so sad to be home, but going through my pictures and I'm about to start a trip and dining report is really helping with the Disney depression.

 

[arbolita]

It is so exciting to hear about all of the plans for your trip coming up this spring!! I can't wait to follow along with you on Twitter, especially when you get to hang out with Jess =D

That is such a bummer that Lee-Anne was feeling so sick while in Disney At least she'll be going back with you this spring!

Donald and Daisy's Hollywood outfits are so adorable!

Tower of Terror is so perfect. *sigh* And YES. I would love a tour of Tower of Terror where you have the time to really look through everything that are in the rooms - especially if you get to go with a person who is familiar with Twilight Zone and can point out what story each prop represents.

Citizens of Hollywood has to be one of the best jobs in WDW. You get to hang out by Tower of Terror, wear amazing costumes and get paid to do improv. Sign me up!

EEEE Art of Animation! I still haven't been over there yet - I'm pretty sure that's where we're going to stay when we take my nephews in another year or two, since they LOVE Cars.

LOL That Pumba cut out is awesome and hilarious.

Thanks for posting that Stacey interview!! God I love her.

 

[__disneygirl]

I grew up vacationing in Bradenton-Sarasota! My parents now have a time share on Anna Maria Island. It it is such a beautiful place

Your birthday trip truly sounds EPIC!!!

Lucky you! It really is. I only spent a couple of days there last time but I just loved it, so I am very excited to return!

More like maybe I'll run into you.. LOL I have a feeling I know what YOU look like more than you know what me and my kids look like

Keep up the great trip report! I can't wait to hear what happens with the hurricane!!

LOL right, that's what I meant!

Thank you!! It was quite the ordeal, but overall I think everything worked out well on my end. My family members who were displaced are OK now as well.

More fabulous updates. How awesome that you get to go back so soon!?!?!?! I'm jealous! We probably won't go back until October, 2014. Maybe we'll move it up to March/April 2014 and get another trip in before my son turns 3. We'll see.

I just got back from my trip 6 days ago and I am so sad to be home, but going through my pictures and I'm about to start a trip and dining report is really helping with the Disney depression.

Thank you! You know what, October 2014 will be worth the wait! I am hoping to go then too. But of course I hope you get to go sooner.

It really does help to get to relive your trip on here!

It is so exciting to hear about all of the plans for your trip coming up this spring!! I can't wait to follow along with you on Twitter, especially when you get to hang out with Jess =D

That is such a bummer that Lee-Anne was feeling so sick while in Disney At least she'll be going back with you this spring!

Donald and Daisy's Hollywood outfits are so adorable!

Tower of Terror is so perfect. *sigh* And YES. I would love a tour of Tower of Terror where you have the time to really look through everything that are in the rooms - especially if you get to go with a person who is familiar with Twilight Zone and can point out what story each prop represents.

Citizens of Hollywood has to be one of the best jobs in WDW. You get to hang out by Tower of Terror, wear amazing costumes and get paid to do improv. Sign me up!

EEEE Art of Animation! I still haven't been over there yet - I'm pretty sure that's where we're going to stay when we take my nephews in another year or two, since they LOVE Cars.

LOL That Pumba cut out is awesome and hilarious.

Thanks for posting that Stacey interview!! God I love her.

AHH I know I'm so excited!! I miss her and it's going to be so great to be back in the parks with someone who is as passionate about Disney if not more than I am!

I know I'm so happy she's coming with me again!

I LOVE THOSE OUTFITS. I just have a thing for when characters are wearing clothes outside the norm of their daily attire!

Yes, it is. As soon as I become rich (any day now...), I am renting that place out. It is one of my ultimate dreams!

I agree. That would be my dream Disney World job along with being a dancing zebra in FOTLK.

Oooh that will be perfect for them! I am dying to stay there. You should really make a trip over next time you're in Disney, it's so worth taking the time out. I just love it so much.

I LOVE HER TOO AHHHHH. Just doing my part in spreading the Stacey love!!!

 

[__disneygirl]

OCTOBER 24, 2012
Day 4, Part 3 In Which Lee-Anne's Back In Business, SHAMONE!!!!!!!!!!!!

While I was eating, Lee-Anne texted me to say she was getting up and felt a LOT better!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!

I was so happy! We had made the right decision - staying in bed for the morning helped. Now she could enjoy the rest of her day! She asked where she should meet me, but I told her I was right across the lake at AoA, so I would just come back to Pop and we'd go back out together.

I packed up the rest of my Mickey Tartlet quickly because I wanted to walk around outside for a little while before walking back to Pop, so I figured I would do that while she got ready, and then head to the room.

THE BIG BLUE POOL!

I did not have a room key and was not an Art of Animation Resort Guest. I did however open the gate and walk right in, cause it wasn't even shut. SUE ME IDC

It really is just so fantastic. It's like falling down the rabbit hole and landing in Disney movie paradise. They had the same idea with All Star Movies, but they really took it to the next level with the details at AoA.

@babybritney: If Art of Animation is the future of Disney, we are all in for some mind blowing new stuff. Wow.

Seriously, after seeing AoA and New Fantasyland, I don't think I've ever been more excited about the future of Disney. So many people complain about changes. However, when they add something new, they do not screw it up. I mean, I was just wowed.

I really wanted to explore the other sections of the resort, but I didn't want to keep Lee-Anne waiting, so I decided to walk back to Pop to meet up with her. I promised I'd go back to AoA later in the trip. Of course it turned out that Lee-Anne totally was not ready by the time I got back AND I never ended up going back to AoA, but hey that's life. I am *DYING* to go back to there, I can't even tell you how much! I still haven't seen so much of the resort!

So, I thought the walk from Art of Animation to Pop would be like at least 10 minutes, and I was wrong! It was way shorter. If you stay at one of them you may as well be staying at both, because you can easily access both food courts and hang out at either one. I know pool hopping is not allowed, but it is still fun to explore both resorts!

Hi, Pop!!!

If I had known it was so close I would have walked over there much sooner. The next time I stay at Pop I am gonna be so all up in AoA's business, you have no idea.

Looking at Pop from AoA's side of the bridge

And a look at AoA from Pop's side!

Soon I was back home to my beloved POP.

I loved this towel witch/ghost combo in one of the windows!

*Sigh* Halloween is the best. I am seriously sad that on our next trip it will not be Halloween. I'm not complaining, I'm lucky to go to Disney at any time. But I really hope I can go back in October, even if it's only for a few days, because I can not even tell you how much I miss MNSSHP and Food & Wine. I haven't gotten to the MNSSHP updates yet, but oh my God, I truly had the time of my life at those parties and I am absolutely dying to go back. BUT I am getting ahead of myself.

SO ANYWAY. Back to Pop.

I arrived back at the room, and turned on my beloved and angelic STACEY!!! while Lee-Anne got ready.

Soon we were on the bus off to Epcot!

@babybritney: Currently rocking all things Disney on my bod.

Oh how I love my pins!

I love this picture even though my eyes are closed LOL. I just look so happy. TOO HAPPY TO OPEN MY EYES, OKAY?

This one is a little bit better but you can barely see our eyes! Obviously it was very sunny.

So the main goal of this Epcot outing was to see Captain EO. Lee-Anne is completely obsessed with Michael Jackson and has been her whole life, so she was basically jumping out of her skin to see this.

Okay so here is another outtake from me. Please observe how attractive I am.

DON'T WORRY BOYS, I'M SINGLE

I just love it cause Lee-Anne looks so lovely and happy and I literally look like I'm about to vomit. Yeah, you get frump outtakes in this TR! YOU'RE WELCOME.

Let's try that again, shall we?!

That's better.

So if you haven't seen Captain EO, spoiler alert: Michael Jackson saved the world by dancing. Which is pretty much what he did in real life too.

Naturally, the next stop was Eric Idle.

Uh, I mean Figment. I love this ride. Lee-Anne was so amused by it. At the part where Eric Idle says "Imagination is at its best when it's set free!" and then the room goes pitch black and suddenly Figment is there and it's just this giant explosion of color and sound, she was like "WHAT!!?!?!?" and laughed hysterically.

I traded a Vinylmation for the first time ever in the Figment store!

This was a snow cone? I'm not crazy about some of the designs. I mean, this is cool, but I prefer the ones that are based on Disney characters or attractions. I liked the colors, but I made a note to trade that one again soon.

They did not have any Captain EO merchandise at the Imagination Pavilion, so Lee-Anne asked me where she might be able to find some... and a Michael Jackson merchandise hunt ensued.

I remembered seeing T-shirts in the Mission: Space store, so we headed over there.

Unfortunately, they no longer had the T-shirts and when I asked where else we might find Captain EO stuff, they didn't know. I suggested Mouse Gears, and one of the CMs said, "Oh, good thinking! Hey, you should work here!" and they laughed.

Yes, I SHOULD work there. Recognize!

Up Next: Lee-Anne's first ride on TOY STORY MANIA!!!!!!!!!!​