LARRY!! 2 Pros and 2 Newbies Hit WDW Jan/Feb 2012...Update 6/3

[MAGICFOR2]

I'm finally caught up with your mega updates! Strange that your waiter at the Swan was so rude - but it's great you got a good meal! Hmmm, Joe is kind of a drama queen. Pretty awesome you got an EE marathon! How fun for Sam to ride her first roller coaster! Too bad the Brazilian tour groups are so obnoxious - Disney should require them to go through a culture class or something. Maybe everyone needs to start complaining loudly and get the CMs involved. Of course Obama just invited more of them to come to WDW to stimulate the economy.

Larry! That video is really funny. It's so fun to have those "had to be there" jokes to enjoy together!

 

[xoktenox]

Thanks for being patient between updates everyone! Here we go, on with day 2!

When I last left off, Joe and Sam had just checked in early for their lunch ADR at 50’s Prime Time Café. Chris and I weren’t eating with them. As we were walking away from dropping them off, we were relieved. We definitely needed some time away from them, alone to enjoy our favorite place without the whining. I was now all worried about them hating all the ADRs I went out of my way to make for them but Chris said, “Kristen, if they don’t like 50’s, there’s something wrong with them. If they don’t like it, I’m done.” They’d been complaining about so much but didn’t do any research themselves on ANYTHING before the trip and it was already wearing on us. But, we were determined to enjoy our time alone. So, we headed over towards where we’d figured we’d be eating lunch, Pizza Planet. First though, we stopped someplace we’d never ventured into before…

The Writer’s Stop! How cute is it in there?! We loved it! Unfortunately we knew we didn’t have a lot of time to spare before Sam and Joe would be done eating so we quickly browsed through, not really getting to enjoy it.

We continued our walk to PP…

My favorite fountain lol

We’d be back here later

We entered PP and it was a MOB SCENE. I’d never seen it (or any CS for that matter) so crazy packed out. We have been to WDW in the crazy summer months and considering the lack of crowds EVERYWHERE else in the park, I was shocked at how many people were here.

I took this picture standing at the back of the line, waiting to order

INSANITY! Chris stood with me for a minute, told me what he wanted and then went off in search of a table. I told him to text me when he picked a table so I’d know where he was. I really think I waited in line like 20 mins. At Yak and Yeti, we waited a long time but that was because the kitchen was slow…here, the people and cashiers were slow!! I kept my calm though, no need to get angry, especially when Buzz is right behind you!

So, Chris texted me and was upstairs with a table. I finally got our food and met him up there. I didn’t take a picture but you all know what the Disney personal pizzas look like. I got cheese pizza and Chris got pepperoni. We got a large orange soda and split it. All too soon, Sam was texting me that they were almost done with lunch. Too fast! Lol so we finished up and told them where we were and gave them directions to meet us.

They met up with us and Joe had some of the PB&J milkshake in a to-go cup which he loved…otherwise, they said they hated 50’s. I was at a loss. They said they each got mom’s sampler platter, the one that has the meatloaf, pot roast and fried chicken I believe?) and only liked the chicken. Chris was visibly annoyed. I mean, if they didn’t like it then they didn’t like it but I think Chris was more annoyed because they had the nerve to complain when I made all their ADRs with NO help from them of where to go and they didn’t even bother to check the menus I sent them either. Whatever. We attempted to blow it off and went and saw Muppets 3D which makes Chris smile so he calmed down! Joe and Sam thought it was ok.

After Muppets we all decided we wanted to head back to Pop for a break. To the front of the park we went!

The old Hollywood feel of this park is pure genius, I love it!!

We didn’t wait too long for a bus, maybe 10 mins, and by 1:55 we were back at Pop. I believe Joe and Sam hung by the computer pool for a while but Chris and I just laid down for a nap!

We woke up at 3:15, changed and freshened up and got a bus back to DHS at 3:50! We made it to the park and knew what we wanted to do…Lights! Motor! Action! The boys knew they wanted to see this show since first thing in the morning. We began walking that way but had a nice diversion along the way…

The public works men!!

They are easily our favorite streetmosphere actors. They are soooo funny and crack us up every time! It was getting closer to 4:30 now so we went on. Before heading into the LMA arena, we stopped at the little refreshment stand outside and all got frozen cokes! Yum!

We headed into the arena and got decent seats even though the show was just about to start. From here on, the pictures will say it all!

Lightning McQueen!

Chris always loves the show and Joe really loved it too! Like he didn’t stop talking about it the rest of the trip lol
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[xoktenox]

Now was the perfect time to go to Star Tours! We were on the right side of the park and we planned to hit ST and then use our second set of TSM FPs! On the way over, we passed the Phineas and Ferb meet and greet, which had a long line.

As you can see, we had made it to Star Tours! I was excited to ride again with the update to get a different scenario than we had gotten back in June!

So I know NOTHING, literally NOTHING about Star Wars and have no clue what scene we got lol I do know I liked it better than the one we had in June! Star Tours does make me a little queasy though so this time when Joe said he felt a little nauseous afterwards, I could agree with him!

Next up, we rode TSM again with our second set of FPs from earlier! We wandered over slowly with some pictures along the way.

This time, I rode with Sam and Chris rode with Joe.

I creamed her, but it was only her second time riding so I’m not going to gloat lol

That was a new personal high score as well, thank you very much! But then we pulled up to this part…

Chris had beaten me, darn!!! That was a personal best for him as well. We still had some time before the park was going to close so I decided it’d be fun to try and get into an animation class! It was 6:00 so we walked over that way.

I asked the CM waiting at the door to the animation classroom how much longer until the next show and she said the last show of the night was at 6:30…a half hour away. We weren’t going to be sticking around that long so unfortunately, we didn’t get to do it. I think Sam and Joe really would have liked that!

There were a ton of characters out inside the building though! Of course the Disney Hater wanted some shots.

They also got their picture with Sorcerer Mickey but The Incredibles, Mary Poppins and the penguin, and the Winnie the Pooh characters were out, plus more that I’m sure I’m forgetting! Once we were done, we perused the art gallery on the way out. Chris lovessss checking out all the Disney art and wants to get some for our home when we have one! We particularly liked this one and Super Bowl was in just a few days at this point.

So cute!

Love the Haunted Mansion

Joe and Sam had made their way out of the art gallery so I followed and realized Chris was still inside. So I went in and got him and at this point he got a little annoyed with me. He felt like all I was worried about was if Joe and Sam were having a good time and totally disregarding whatever Chris wanted to do. I felt bad because I realized he was right. I was so caught up with wanting them to have a good time (which I was pretty much failing at anyway) that I wasn’t even taking into account what Chris wanted to do. I apologized and told him I would work on it! Of course, Joe and Sam didn’t hear our little whispered “argument” lol

Our plan when we were done was to head over to ToT and RnRC and give them each one last ride before we headed out for the night (the park closed at 7). On the way over though, Mulch, Sweat and Shears were playing in front of the hat! I KNEW Chris would wanna stay and watch this so we stopped.

Standing there listening to them reminded us of when we watched them back in 2010 with tinkgurl and her fiancé! Joe and Sam didn’t want to stay and watch but I didn’t care to be honest…they are adults and were able to stay if they wanted or walk away if they didn’t and do whatever. I’m honestly not even sure where they went but we watched for a good 15 minutes or so. I don’t remember what song they were playing at the time but at one point, a family walked past us with 2 little girls, a mom and a dad and the dad was pushing a(n) (empty) stroller while carrying on daughter and wearing her princess mouse ears. As he walked past he was rocking, swaying and dancing to the music while his daughters and wife were laughing giddily. I tell you, that moment nearly brought tears to my eyes. I said to Chris, “Well that’s only something you’d see in Disney World!” and it’s true. They were just being goofy, having a wonderful time together, as a family. I love, love, loveeeee mine and Chris’ trips that our just him and I but I really do look forward to bringing our own kids later in life and showing them the Disney magic.

After we’d watched a little longer I texted Sam and they were already down but ToT and RnRC so we went that way. Joe had some excuse not to but Chris, Sam and I headed to RnRC. Actually, as Chris and I were approaching the ride, a father and son gave us two FPs they weren’t going to use! How nice! But, we weren’t able to use them anyway because there were 3 of us. The wait time said 20 mins so we just got in the regular line. It did end up being the full length of time, so the sign was accurate.

Took this while on the RnRC line

Let me tell you, it’s hard to pretend to sleep for this one since the camera is right at the beginning when you take off super fast!

By the time we were done with the ride it was 7:05 so we decided to skip ToT since they probably wouldn’t have let us in line at that point anyway since the park was technically closed. Time for us to head out! I took this last picture as we walked away from RnRC.

We got just a little bit down Sunset Blvd. and I realized I’d left my sweatshirt on the ride! Ahh! So I literally ran back to the ride exit and luckily they had it! Chris, Sam and Joe waited for me and I caught back up with them in no time.

Next stop?? The Polynesian!!!!​

 

[princess_momma]

How can you NOT like 50's PTC???? I loved it, but then again I had amazing company when I went there. I loved all of it though! So fun! DHS just makes me so happy! I'm so glad that you guys were starting to just do what you wanted to more than just worry about them. some people are just never satisfied! I love that you stop and notice the little things, those things mean so much! those are the moments that make the vacations worthwhile!! I love CM's and believe they do a FANTASTIC job, but they can't literally provide magic every single second. That is why I think our favorite place is more magical to the people who are happy enough to be able to produce their own magic! Those wonderful folk like you and me!

Yay personal bests at TSM! I'm FINALLY able to start actually playing. My scores have alwasy sucked because I'm trying to keep Landon from getting whiplash and sliding all over when it spins! Although Garret's best friend Brandon whose mom goes all the time is starting to tell him secret spots to hit for that ride and stuff...I'm a little worried. If he were to beat me his first time, I'd die! lol And I love that and Chris were both asleep on RnRc. So cute. You guys are adorable.

But...skipping ToT? Cardinal sin. You're killing me!

 

[MeMom]

I am so sorry that your friends didn't like or appreciate Disney World like we do. I think we feel some 'ownership' in that place, and we want others to at least like what we have so much invested in.

I'm glad you let up on trying to please them, because you're right, it wasn't working, and it had to be getting frustrating for both you and Chris.

I don’t remember what song they were playing at the time but at one point, a family walked past us with 2 little girls, a mom and a dad and the dad was pushing a(n) (empty) stroller while carrying on daughter and wearing her princess mouse ears. As he walked past he was rocking, swaying and dancing to the music while his daughters and wife were laughing giddily. I tell you, that moment nearly brought tears to my eyes. I said to Chris, “Well that’s only something you’d see in Disney World!” and it’s true. They were just being goofy, having a wonderful time together, as a family. I love, love, loveeeee mine and Chris’ trips that our just him and I but I really do look forward to bringing our own kids later in life and showing them the Disney magic.​

I love this. When I see men with Goofy hats on or a big Donald on their shirts or mommies dancing around the streets with their little ones. I am pretty sure that back in the real world they have to be businesslike, subdued, and all grown-up most of the time, and everyone needs to let go and be silly and be a kid sometime.

 

[monkey30]

Great update, that sucks that your friends arent seeming to like the ADR's, hopefully they like the Poly! We were there on the wednesday as well.

 

[amyrella]

I'm late joining in!

I don't think I'd be able to deal with a Disney hater in Disney!!! But I hOpe they ended up enjoying it in the end! I was getting anxiety reading your posts about the negativity. I would of been like you though worried that they hated it!

Anyways can't wait to read more!


How about them Yanks???? Beating Boston like that on Saturday?!? Woohoo!

 

[Nermel9]

Yay, glad to see an update from you!

Ugh, I can't believe your friends didn't like the ADR you made for them. I haven't been to 50's yet, but from what I've seen from the menu, it doesn't seem all that exotic, it seems like you can find something anyone would like on there!

It seems like you guys managed to have fun when you met up again for the rest of the day though! Star Tours is awesome, but I do feel a bit nauseous after that ride, which is weird for me, because I don't get motion sickness!

I think it's so weird that Joe complains so much about Disney yet wants pictures with the characters!

Glad you guys had fun watching Mulch, Sweat and Shears and got to do something Chris wanted to do, that has to be hard, trying to do things you guys know you enjoy doing and keeping two newbies happy at the same time! I feel like I'd get annoyed after a while and be like "just go do whatever you want, I don't care!"

 

[Goofy22]

Kristen- I feel so bad for you ! Did they like any of the ADR's? I really do not understand how they couldn't like 50's Prime Time! I wouldn't have beat myself up if I were you ! You told them to research what they wanted and gave them the info and they didn't do it so that is on them . We've stood and watched that band quite a few times they are really good . I'm hoping this gets a lil better at some point for you but it's not looking that way

 

[IheartDDuck]

Um, they didn't like 50's!? That's like Disney sacrilege right there. How can you not like the 50's PTC? It's got everything. Crazy servers, great food, awesome shakes. I'm at a loss.

I know what you were feeling though. There is this complete sense of nervousness when you are visiting with someone who's been there for the first time. I went with my best friend in January, who had never been, and I was really nervous about it the whole time too. It worked out for me because she loved it, but I'm sorry it wasn't working out for you.

 

[TotalDreamer]

Hi

Joining in

As soon as I saw the title I knew you were talking about Impractical Jokers I LOVE that show!!

I know it sucks to travel with Disney haters, ugh been there done that. But hey, you tried! Hopefully they turn around the rest of the trip.

 

[tinkgurl]

Love the update! It's late so I'm not going to comment on it all since we will probably talk about it THIS WEEKEND! But, I did love the part where you were reminded of us while watching Mulch, Sweat, Shears.

 

[Megablocks]

We LOVE the publics works men!! The one with the glasses, Frederick, is a favorite of ours, especially my mom's. I think it was when my sister and I were going to ride ToT, we passed them and saw Frederick, so I immediately had to call my mom and tell her where to find him.

I also know nothing about Star Wars, so when I was trying to explain the ride to my boyfriend, he kept on asking me all these questions I couldn't answer. I get the queasiness on there, too - I swear it's the simulator rides that get me because I can do EVERY thrill ride and be fine!

I love your RnRC picture!! You guys are amazing, pretending to be asleep on THAT one!

 

[Poolrat]

Sorry that Joe is just complaining. I so get focusing on trying to make them happy. He just does not appreciate the planning you have done.


Yet he will stand in line for the characters. Go figure.

 

[MEK]

Ugh - It's only Day 2 and you are breathing a sigh of relief when you get away from your friends. NOT a good sign!

You should have sent them to pizza planet and done the 50's ADR. I personally love that meal because the food is good and the entertainment is even better.

I hope things start to improve and you are going to be wanting a do-over! That's how I felt in May a couple years ago when we went with friends who didn't really "get it". You just can't make people love it!

 

[MeMom]

Love the update! It's late so I'm not going to comment on it all since we will probably talk about it THIS WEEKEND!

Jill mentioned you two on Sunday on the way to the movie. We hoped you guys were having a wonderful weekend!

 

[tinkgurl]

Jill mentioned you two on Sunday on the way to the movie. We hoped you guys were having a wonderful weekend!

We had an amazing time! When I get the bridal shower pictures back, I will post one of us! The weekend went by way too fast.

 

[Disneychix]

All caught up Kristen! I lost you there for a bit but was able to catch up today. We have not seen LMA since they added Lightning. I hope to go back this Sept cause I'm sure Brady will flip!

PS I love your pics at the Swan! That's where we got married

 

[xoktenox]

How can you NOT like 50's PTC???? I loved it, but then again I had amazing company when I went there. I loved all of it though! So fun! DHS just makes me so happy! I'm so glad that you guys were starting to just do what you wanted to more than just worry about them. some people are just never satisfied! I love that you stop and notice the little things, those things mean so much! those are the moments that make the vacations worthwhile!! I love CM's and believe they do a FANTASTIC job, but they can't literally provide magic every single second. That is why I think our favorite place is more magical to the people who are happy enough to be able to produce their own magic! Those wonderful folk like you and me!

I have no idea!!!! True that the company we had when we were there was WAY above average but still You're so right, CMs can only do so much and they're excellent at what they do but the happiness has to come from within as well!!

Yay personal bests at TSM! I'm FINALLY able to start actually playing. My scores have alwasy sucked because I'm trying to keep Landon from getting whiplash and sliding all over when it spins! Although Garret's best friend Brandon whose mom goes all the time is starting to tell him secret spots to hit for that ride and stuff...I'm a little worried. If he were to beat me his first time, I'd die! lol And I love that and Chris were both asleep on RnRc. So cute. You guys are adorable.

But...skipping ToT? Cardinal sin. You're killing me!

I was so proud of myself on TSM! haha OMG I remember you having to hold on to Landon and I don't blame you, that thing whips you around! You CANNOT let Garret beat you on his first time!!

I knew you wouldn't be pleased that we skipped ToT...that is SERIOUSLY breaking a Kimmy rule lol

I am so sorry that your friends didn't like or appreciate Disney World like we do. I think we feel some 'ownership' in that place, and we want others to at least like what we have so much invested in.

I'm glad you let up on trying to please them, because you're right, it wasn't working, and it had to be getting frustrating for both you and Chris.

You're 100% correct about feeling ownership of WDW. I feel like it's "mine" and I need to defend it and it's hard when people just don't get it. It was a lot better when we just stopped caring what they thought so much and enjoyed OUR happy place.

I love this. When I see men with Goofy hats on or a big Donald on their shirts or mommies dancing around the streets with their little ones. I am pretty sure that back in the real world they have to be businesslike, subdued, and all grown-up most of the time, and everyone needs to let go and be silly and be a kid sometime.

I knew DISers would be able to appreciate this moment. It stuck out in my head for the whole trip and still does.

Great update, that sucks that your friends arent seeming to like the ADR's, hopefully they like the Poly! We were there on the wednesday as well.

I wonder if we're in any of each others pictures?!

I'm late joining in!

I don't think I'd be able to deal with a Disney hater in Disney!!! But I hOpe they ended up enjoying it in the end! I was getting anxiety reading your posts about the negativity. I would of been like you though worried that they hated it!

Anyways can't wait to read more!


How about them Yanks???? Beating Boston like that on Saturday?!? Woohoo!

Welcome and thanks for joining in! We really weren't handling it well but we just know we'll never go back there with them lol

Woooo, that game made me so excited! Getting their butts beat at home when they thought they had the game in the bag!

Yay, glad to see an update from you!

Ugh, I can't believe your friends didn't like the ADR you made for them. I haven't been to 50's yet, but from what I've seen from the menu, it doesn't seem all that exotic, it seems like you can find something anyone would like on there!

It seems like you guys managed to have fun when you met up again for the rest of the day though! Star Tours is awesome, but I do feel a bit nauseous after that ride, which is weird for me, because I don't get motion sickness!

I think it's so weird that Joe complains so much about Disney yet wants pictures with the characters!

Glad you guys had fun watching Mulch, Sweat and Shears and got to do something Chris wanted to do, that has to be hard, trying to do things you guys know you enjoy doing and keeping two newbies happy at the same time! I feel like I'd get annoyed after a while and be like "just go do whatever you want, I don't care!"

We were shocked our friends didn't like 50's because it's literally just down home comfort food. Nothing crazy here people!

Oh I defiintely get motion sickness, only on simulator rides usually! But ST does shake you up a bunch!

The pictures thing was so weird lol We kept telling them they were allowed to go off and do whatever they wanted, whenever they wanted but they never wanted to just go off and explore, must to our dismay!

Kristen- I feel so bad for you ! Did they like any of the ADR's? I really do not understand how they couldn't like 50's Prime Time! I wouldn't have beat myself up if I were you ! You told them to research what they wanted and gave them the info and they didn't do it so that is on them . We've stood and watched that band quite a few times they are really good . I'm hoping this gets a lil better at some point for you but it's not looking that way

Keep reading and you'll see lol I'm not sure how they didn't like 50's either. By the end of this day though, I really tried hard to stop caring so much and just enjoy Chris and WDW.

Um, they didn't like 50's!? That's like Disney sacrilege right there. How can you not like the 50's PTC? It's got everything. Crazy servers, great food, awesome shakes. I'm at a loss.

I know what you were feeling though. There is this complete sense of nervousness when you are visiting with someone who's been there for the first time. I went with my best friend in January, who had never been, and I was really nervous about it the whole time too. It worked out for me because she loved it, but I'm sorry it wasn't working out for you.

I don't get what there is to NOT like at 50's!!!! You're lucky that your BFF like it! We really tried so hard because I literally get defensive over WDW but it just wasn't working out as we'd hoped.

Hi

Joining in

As soon as I saw the title I knew you were talking about Impractical Jokers I LOVE that show!!

I know it sucks to travel with Disney haters, ugh been there done that. But hey, you tried! Hopefully they turn around the rest of the trip.

Hello and welcome!!

Impractical Jokers is just hysterical lol

You're right, been there, done that and we never have to do it again!!

Love the update! It's late so I'm not going to comment on it all since we will probably talk about it THIS WEEKEND! But, I did love the part where you were reminded of us while watching Mulch, Sweat, Shears.

Hi dear, sad that as you wrote this we were pumped to get to see each other and it's over already. August 4th can't come soon enough!!

We LOVE the publics works men!! The one with the glasses, Frederick, is a favorite of ours, especially my mom's. I think it was when my sister and I were going to ride ToT, we passed them and saw Frederick, so I immediately had to call my mom and tell her where to find him.

I also know nothing about Star Wars, so when I was trying to explain the ride to my boyfriend, he kept on asking me all these questions I couldn't answer. I get the queasiness on there, too - I swear it's the simulator rides that get me because I can do EVERY thrill ride and be fine!

I love your RnRC picture!! You guys are amazing, pretending to be asleep on THAT one!

I love Frederick!!!! He's our favorite too!!! He's sooooooo funny!!

seriously girl, you HAVE to get your BF to WDW!!!

Thanks!!!

Sorry that Joe is just complaining. I so get focusing on trying to make them happy. He just does not appreciate the planning you have done.

Yet he will stand in line for the characters. Go figure.

They were very unappreciative of the planning I'd done and just took it forgranted! Ugh!

Ugh - It's only Day 2 and you are breathing a sigh of relief when you get away from your friends. NOT a good sign!

You should have sent them to pizza planet and done the 50's ADR. I personally love that meal because the food is good and the entertainment is even better.

I hope things start to improve and you are going to be wanting a do-over! That's how I felt in May a couple years ago when we went with friends who didn't really "get it". You just can't make people love it!

You're right!! Wait until you see the tactic we started using the next day lol

OMG you're so right!! We would have LOVED 50's as usual and they could have gotten fake pizza.

I do want a do-over lol apparently paying for a wedding negates that posibility until the honeymoon though!

Jill mentioned you two on Sunday on the way to the movie. We hoped you guys were having a wonderful weekend!

We're so sad that it's already over We did have the best time though!!

We had an amazing time! When I get the bridal shower pictures back, I will post one of us! The weekend went by way too fast.

So saddddddddd

All caught up Kristen! I lost you there for a bit but was able to catch up today. We have not seen LMA since they added Lightning. I hope to go back this Sept cause I'm sure Brady will flip!

PS I love your pics at the Swan! That's where we got married

Hey Rosie! Brady will just love seeing Lightning in LMA, I'm sure!!

Awww, I didn't know that! The Swan was beautiful!

 

[xoktenox]

Finally I am going to finish up our first full day! Ahhh I’m taking so long lol oh well, this is helping tide me over until we are in WDW again in 176 days!!

When I last left off we were leaving DHS as it was closing and we had dinner reservations to get to. Our dinner reservations were at the Polynesian so we went to the bus stop that services the Poly, GF and CR. It didn’t take too long for a bus to show up and the first stop along the route was the Contemporary. Since we had a little time to kill, we got off here. As we walked into the CR Joe says “Now this place is more OUR style.” I said to him, “Yea, if you want to pay $250 and up per night!!” Joe had complained that this trip was costing a lot of money (we got Pop for $57 a night, didn’t really think that was a lot!!) but then complained about Pop and made this comment about the CR. What the heck?! Anyway, we got a little lost trying to find the monorail! I knew it was up on the 5th floor but I guess we’d never taken the bus and then tried to find the loading platform haha

We did eventually find the monorail and hopped on over to the Poly!! I was really excited for Sam and Joe to see our favorite, dream resort! We were still early for dinner so the plan, well my plan, was to go watch Wishes from the beach and then check in for dinner. So, that’s what we did, we headed outside!

We managed to find some empty beach chairs and it was a little breezy and cool being by the water. However, the chairs were COVERED in bird poop. A couple sitting near us gave us the idea to grab beach towels and cover the chairs so we did! I ran back up by the pool and got 4 towels and made it back JUST in the nick of time for Wishes to start. I don’t have a great camera so my pictures aren’t great but here they are!

Watching Wishes from the Poly beach is one of my absolute favorite things to do in WDW. I’m pretty sure Joe was underwhelmed but Sam LOVED it! She’s a big fireworks lover.

Now it was time to check in for ‘Ohana! I couldn’t waitttttttt!! We went upstairs and Joe and I went and checked in while Sam and Chris got us seats at the bar to wait. We got a buzzer and made ourselves comfy at the Tambu Lounge! I ordered a Lapu Lapu (of course), Chris got a Sam Adams, Joe got a Pina Colava and Sam got a Berry Mojito! Let me tell you, that Lapu Lapu was STRONG! I’m a bit of a wuss but still, I actually asked the bartender to put some extra pineapple juice in it! Needless to say, I was drunk after just one! Lol So, for that reason, I have NO pictures of dinner! I’m so mad at myself although I’m sure most of you have seen pictures from ‘Ohana.

We didn’t get called to our table until 8:50 but when we did, the food started coming in plentifully! Holy smokes, Chris and I have been to ‘Ohana several times before but the amount of food never ceases to amaze me. We dove into the pot stickers, salad, bread, wings and noodles! As we devoured them, the meat started to come! Unfortunately, our experience with servers at ‘Ohana has never been one to brag about and this time was no different. Our server was not friendly, mumbled when he spoke and it would take 3 or more times to get him to bring us more of whatever dish/meat we wanted. I’m not sure if they’re understaffed with waiters there or what but it always seems to be the same! After we were stuffed to the brim with food, they brought out the highlight of any ‘Ohana meal…the banana bread pudding!! Somehow, we managed to put it away lol How about our picky eating friends? They loved it! The only complaint Joe had (because we all knew there had to be one) was that he had to peel his own shrimp. I guess he’s too good for that or something?

By the end of the meal I was still drunk lol so we all decided to just head back to Pop and to bed! We grabbed a taxi outside of the Poly at 10:10, made it back to Pop and crashed! Another Disney day in the books.

Next up: A wonderful day at Epcot!!​