JAMBO Everybody...An August 2011 TR (Completed May 13)

[BelleYYC]

Excellent trip report!! Looks like you had a great time as usual. I'll be reading along.

 

[racefanof88]

The basket was so nice. I think I have made some of the best friends I have ever had right here on the dis, present company(otherwise know as the owner of this TR.....) included . I really want to eat at Ragland Road. I can't wait to go back in March because I will have Tyler with me and he likes to try new places too . I can't wait to hear more about your trip, you have me hooked .

 

[Queenofallthings]

Excellent trip report!! Looks like you had a great time as usual. I'll be reading along.

Thank you so much I am so happy that you're here!!

The basket was so nice. I think I have made some of the best friends I have ever had right here on the dis, present company(otherwise know as the owner of this TR.....) included . I really want to eat at Ragland Road. I can't wait to go back in March because I will have Tyler with me and he likes to try new places too . I can't wait to hear more about your trip, you have me hooked .

Dana I was so shocked that someone would think to do that for us that I was completely blown away! I couldn't agree with you more...I don't know what I would do without my dis friends...we are truly blessed that this forum has brought us together I have a funny feeling that you guys will love it!! I'm so happy you're here Dana, hey, when we get our girls only trip planned you have to come with us!!!!

 

[MEK]

That basket is lovely! How sweet of Tanz to send that to you! What an awesome surprise!

Dinner looks lovely! So glad you all enjoyed it. That burger DOES look good - different! So glad you got a great table. I look forward to going back there in the future!

 

[Purpleblanket]

Thank you so much I am so happy that you're here!!



Dana I was so shocked that someone would think to do that for us that I was completely blown away! I couldn't agree with you more...I don't know what I would do without my dis friends...we are truly blessed that this forum has brought us together I have a funny feeling that you guys will love it!! I'm so happy you're here Dana, hey, when we get our girls only trip planned you have to come with us!!!!

Can I be part of the "girl's only trip" ????? !!! lol

Debbie

 

[crocko's wife]

Joining in! I read your other trip reports over the past couple of days and enjoyed seeing the World through your eyes. We leave in under a month for our vacation and we just extended it because this momma is expecting and we will have to take things a bit more slowly than we are used to

We have stayed at Kidani before, and other than the quarter mile walk to our two bedroom suite (seriously!) it was ultimately what made us sign up for DVC. There is something so wonderful about the quietness of the AKL. But, my children love the Beach Club after staying there last year so we will be there for the first 8 nights of our trip, then we are moving to POP because we have not been able to find any DVC villas for the next four nights--it is going to be a hard move, but it means five more days!

 

[Queenofallthings]

That basket is lovely! How sweet of Tanz to send that to you! What an awesome surprise!

Dinner looks lovely! So glad you all enjoyed it. That burger DOES look good - different! So glad you got a great table. I look forward to going back there in the future!

It really was so sweet and thoughtful Dinner was so good Mary Ellen! I wish we could have stayed a little longer as the band was just starting to play...but like you, I'll look forward to going back in the future!

Can I be part of the "girl's only trip" ????? !!! lol

Debbie

Of course!!! The more the merrier!!!

Joining in! I read your other trip reports over the past couple of days and enjoyed seeing the World through your eyes. We leave in under a month for our vacation and we just extended it because this momma is expecting and we will have to take things a bit more slowly than we are used to

We have stayed at Kidani before, and other than the quarter mile walk to our two bedroom suite (seriously!) it was ultimately what made us sign up for DVC. There is something so wonderful about the quietness of the AKL. But, my children love the Beach Club after staying there last year so we will be there for the first 8 nights of our trip, then we are moving to POP because we have not been able to find any DVC villas for the next four nights--it is going to be a hard move, but it means five more days!

I am so happy that you enjoyed them and that you're joining in! First off, congratulations on your upcoming arrival

Jasmine's dream resort is the BC...I think it's beautiful too! for five more days....we sure enjoyed Pop when we stayed there in 2006!

 

[Queenofallthings]

I had every intention of getting this post up last evening but I forgot the Emmy's were on and I just had to watch them! I was so happy that Modern Family cleaned up....I love that show!!!

This post brings us to Monday, August 22! Our first park day and what park did we decide on...well the Magic Kingdom of course We decided the night before that we would all have breakfast together at 7am and then head down to the bus for 8am! It's funny how hard the kids are to get up when you're at home but so easy when you remind them where we are and they fly out of bed!

The bus mojo continued for us...we rounded the corner and there was the bus...just waiting for us! Jeff, once again, reminded us that it was him that was bringing us all the luck...did he forget it was only day 2 We let him have his moment though!

Before we knew it we were through bag check and inside the turnstiles! We were all bursting with excitement but before the train arrived and the song started I had Peg take this picture of the 3 of us!

I thought to take a few pictures while we were waiting! It was at this point that Jasmine told Jeff to be prepared that "my mom sings at the top of her lungs and dances to the song"! I laughed out loud...yup, and nothing's gonna change on this trip! This is one of my favorite times while we're in the world and I don't care who I embarrass! Jasmine reminds me I only embarrass myself...she loves her mommy!

I always like to get a picture of the family that opens the park! I can only imagine the excitement they have but this time was a bit different. They were at the station before the train arrived they weren't on the train with everyone else, but it didn't seem to bother them a bit, they were having a ball!!

Then it was down to business....Walking right down the middle of Main Street USA...yes I was still singing and doing a little dance!

This is a shot I like to get every trip and this one was no different! Jeff never once complained about the number of times I wanted to stop and take pictures....I like this kid more and more all the time!

Then it was off to Adventure...there were a few rides with our names on them....but where does Jasmine take Jeff on his first day EVER at the MK......

to see the Fairies of course!! He didn't want to seem to eager so he let SW and MM go first!!

Then it was our turn...that's right, I wanted to be in the pictures with the fairies! Iradessa had other ideas...she was wondering why they brought their "grown up" with them and why would they want their "grown up" in the picture!

This is me trying to explain why I should be allowed to stay for the picture and the whole time Jasmine is agreeing with Iradessa saying they were trying to ditch me all morning but they could escape me....nice daughter I have eh?

I finally gave her a good enough story that she let me stay...and clearly I am the only one in the group who knew how to pose....mhmm!! Jasmine made Jeff get out the autograph book and pen that Tanz had included in our basket to get their autographs...he loved it!!! No problem there!

Then it was onto Tink with the girls! I have to tell you a quick little story! When we arrived and we were all getting ready to go to RR the night before, Jasmine couldn't find her headband so my sister said that she had bought new ones for her girls and she could just borrow one. Jasmine always puts her hair in a ponytail and then a headband....well the next morning, MM decided to do her hair exactly like Jasmine had done her's the night before...yes, she does idolize Jasmine....too cute!

As you can see, once again, they have no idea how to pose with a fairy! GOod thing mama knows how!

After we left the fairies the kids couldn't wait to get to the rides! I said to Jeff "run over there and I'll get your picture"... yes, I left out the fact that they spray you...he loved it!

Doing their best pirate impersonations with Hooks...they need some work!!! Not sure why, but PoTC was down on this particular morning so we never did ride it that day!

This is when I knew for sure Jeff was going to have a blast on this trip and wanted every moment captured...he ASKED me to take this picture!!!

Then he ASKED me to take this one when he realized the last one didn't have the ride name in it....yup, we was gonna be gettin along just fine...Jasmine had other thoughts!

As you can see the crowd level was very low and the wait time was only 5 minutes......SCORE!!!! This is Jasmine's favorite ride at MK so she couldnt' wait to get down there and get on it!!!

We then rode BTMRR but for some unknown reason (or I just can't rememer) I have no pictures of that! So then it was onto HM....I couldn't wait for this!

My favorite MK ride!!!

I loved how interactive it is now!

Jeff and his "thumbs up" signature pose...he asked me to refer to it as that throughout the TR......

I noticed when I uploaded the pictures that both Jasmine and MM have "auras" around them but not Jeff....odd, don't you think????

After HM, we went to have lunch at CHH which was just as good as always!! Then it was time to head back to the resort....a certain pool and pool cocktails were calling our names.........

 

[Shannon84]

Love, Love, Love all of the pictures you got!! I have yet to meet the fairies and I love how you posed correctly

I have not seen the MK rope drop in so long, I will make sure to do that this trip!! I love how happy the family of the day looks!!

 

[disneydreamingdebby]

Tanz is such a sweetie! I hope she is having an absolute blast! I am terrible with remembering trip dates, so I can't remember when she returns!

Great posing for the pictures- way to outdo the kids!!!

Love, love, love that Jeff is asking you (the queen of the "wait, let me get a picture" as Jasmine drags you along...) to take pictures!!!

I have to mention that I am freaked by Mickey's closed eyes on the platform...

Keep it coming! Now, I am off to catch up on other TRs and to update my own if I have a chance.

 

[dawnbu40]

Sounds like your day is off to a great start! You look so cute in the fairy pictures! Iridessa made the right decision including you

And I love Jeff's enthusiasm!

 

[disneydreamingdebby]

Tanz is such a sweetie! I hope she is having an absolute blast! I am terrible with remembering trip dates, so I can't remember when she returns!

Great posing for the pictures- way to outdo the kids!!!

Love, love, love that Jeff is asking you (the queen of the "wait, let me get a picture" as Jasmine drags you along...) to take pictures!!!

I have to mention that I am freaked by Mickey's closed eyes on the platform...

Keep it coming! Now, I am off to catch up on other TRs and to update my own if I have a chance.

 

[KatMark]

Queen, what an awesome update. You guys had a great first morning at the MK. And I'm so glad someone in those pictures with the fairies knew how to pose.

Jeff is a keeper...that is for sure.

 

[IheartDDuck]

I was so happy that Modern Family won so much too! I love that show, it just cracks me up. "JAY!!!!"

Good lookin' out knowing how to pose with the fairies.

Wow, you guys really found a keeper in Jeff. He was just game for everything.

 

[klacey1]

I was also thrilled about Modern Family-- so thrilled Ty (Phil on the show) finally won something! He's my favorite!
What a perfect first morning-- so happy that Jeff was so clearly enjoying himself! The fairy pictures are the best!

 

[Jazzabelle508]

I was so happy that Modern Family won so much too! I love that show, it just cracks me up. "JAY!!!!"

Good lookin' out knowing how to pose with the fairies.

Wow, you guys really found a keeper in Jeff. He was just game for everything.

Modern Family is one of my favorite shows! I was so excited to hear about all of it's awards and "JAY!!!!" Is one of my favorite quotes I also love, "Do I Mitchell? Do I?". That show is actually really quotable

 

[MEK]

Wonderful morning!!!!! So glad you got to open the park. So glad Jeff was truly enjoying himself. Can't wait to see your pictures! Oh - and pool drinks sounds devine!

 

[declansdad]

I'm sure you just forgot to tell him that those Tikis would spray him.

 

[dismagiclover]

What a fabulous update! How funny that the first thing Jasmine did to her boyfriend is have him meet the fairies! The fact that he did it so happily shows it must be love I love the auras around the girls. Some of the ghosts must have escaped from the ride.

 

[JMat]

Ive seen some of those photos madam, and clearly I need to step up my game. Some of those are FANTASTIC!! Makes me feel like Im there! Great details (as always) and its so much fun to read.

Hugs to Jas