Lynn & Tim TR Oct 1-8.UPDATE 4/3 UPDATED. COMPLETE

[Lynn5700]

Lynn - All caught up. I was so looking forward to seeing you as Darla and it was great. Congrats on your career change, I want to school for teaching myself but have to wait until DD3 is in school full time so I can go to school as well, three more years. I also want to run in the marathon one of these days but I don't run as of yet so it might take me a couple of years. So you'll be running in 2010? I can't wait to see the Halloween party.

Hi! Thank you very much.

That is so cool..mommy and daughter going to school. Good for you!

Yeah I will be running the 1/2 marathon in 2010.

 

[OneTreeHillAddict]

Thank you! YAY I love that pic... That was like the biggest highlight from the HM besides the wedding LOL. OMG we were even lucky enough to catch the whole thing on video. So much fun!

I think I have checked out your TR right??? If not I'm on my way over.

You were with me on my September trippie but I don't think you've been to the new one yet. We just went right before Christmas. Totally different kind of trip, let me tell you. We're going back in 5 weeks too. I can't get enough of the place!

I LOVE the costume. Great idea. The shirt...the goldfish....perfect. I would have known who you were for sure.

I wish I'd known Goofy met people in his candy uniform!? Darn it. I had a blast at the MNSSHP. It's the best party by far!

 

[tinkgurl]

Oh wow, the decorations are awesome! The monster in Tomorrowland is so cool!

 

[mansionterror]

Yeah an update!! I love the photos of the street actors at DHS, my DH loves those guys they are so funny! Love the Darla costume you were spot on!

 

[WDWRocksMySocks]

I had to come check out your TR. It looks like you guys had such a blast. I absolutely loved your costume -- too cute! And Tim's pin collection...WOW. How cool is that? I just got hooked on pin trading in December '07 and it's so addictive!!! How many pins does he have?

Congrats on going back to school. I thought briefly thought about majoring in elementary education, but instead Best of luck!!

 

[Disneyfan71]

Lynn I am loving your pictures, especially of the MK at Halloween..I can't even imagine how cool it is. And that picture of you as Darla *thumbs up*

These pictures are making me want to go to Disney NOW!!!

 

[PopArtGal]

oh I love the monster on the building.

So cool and cute hehehe

I so wanna go there for Halloween. But as a teacher, I never get to go. boo

 

[KristinAnne]

Great update! Everything looks so cute!
When I was in my Education classes, I didn't find them that hard, but it's a lot of work. They are trying to teach you all the "right" ways of doing things, and a lot of it isn't necessarily practical when you're actually in the classroom. I didn't have to deal with the math though. I took the Miller's Analogy Test as to avoid the math! hahahha I teach English, so math isn't my strong suit either. If you're teaching the little ones, the biggest time thing is the planning. You will have to plan for every minute of everyday. They can't handle time leftover. My biggest time issue is correcting. With 5 high school English classes, including on Advanced Placement class, it's an insane amount of papers. Also...don't listen to the people who claim it's an easy job because of the vacation time! There's plenty of them, and my desire is to turn around and ask why they don't do it! I'm happy to talk about teaching though!

 

[PopArtGal]

Hey Kristianne

Also a high school teacher here.

So understand what you mean

 

[CharityLynn]

Loving the trip report Lynn! Here is a little something for all you Tonga Toast lovers.


Ingredients:

* 1 cup sugar
* 2 teaspoons cinnamon
* 1 loaf sourdough bread (8 inches long)
* 2 bananas, peeled
* 1 quart canola oil, for frying

Preparation:
1. Mix the sugar and cinnamon with a fork until thoroughly blended; set aside.
2. Slice the bread into four 2-inch-thick slices.
3. Cut each banana in half crosswise, then each piece lengthwise.
4. Place a bread slice flat on the counter and tear out just enough from the middle (do not tear all the way through) to stuff half a banana into it; repeat with each slice of bread.
5. In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 350 degrees F; use a candy thermometer to make certain the oil doesn't get any hotter, or it will burn.
6. Gently place one bread slice into the oil for 1 minute, or until light brown.
7. Turn and fry for another minute on the other side.
8. Remove bread from the pot and toss it in the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
9. Repeat for each piece.

 

[gemmybear83]

Loving your trip report Lynn - I have been a bit of a lurker but just wanted to say how much I love your costume!

P.s. We are going to have to go to Kona now following you food pics!

 

[Donald'sGirl]

Lynn those pics are awesome!! I didn't know they put the monsters on the buildings, how cool!!

Congrats on the running! I didn't know you were into the running, that's awesome!

 

[jnjusoioa]

Lynn, as always an AMAZING update, I totally love the setup for the Buzz and Woody picture, so adorable how they make it seem like you are on Andy's bed. You as Darla, too cute!!! Awesome idea. I hope you have more pictures of you throughout the night like that, what a cool idea. That chocolate banana creme brulee looks amazing. Can't wait to read and see more.

 

[DramaQueen]

GREAT update!
I actualy laughed out loud @ that pic of your costume!
pure brilliance!!!!!!

and you guys have the best character pics!!!!
hope to hear more soon!

 

[iluv2go2disney]

Hey Lynn,
Just checking to see when you were leaving on your trip. I'm sure you're getting very excited about this weekend. I want to hear all about it. You can do a mini TR. Are you planning to go to the World of Disney store while you're there?

 

[Lynn5700]

You were with me on my September trippie but I don't think you've been to the new one yet. We just went right before Christmas. Totally different kind of trip, let me tell you. We're going back in 5 weeks too. I can't get enough of the place!

I LOVE the costume. Great idea. The shirt...the goldfish....perfect. I would have known who you were for sure.

I wish I'd known Goofy met people in his candy uniform!? Darn it. I had a blast at the MNSSHP. It's the best party by far!

Ok I'm on my way over to your new TR.

Good for you for going back so soon. YAY!

Oh wow, the decorations are awesome! The monster in Tomorrowland is so cool!

Yeah they did a great job with the decorations.

Yeah an update!! I love the photos of the street actors at DHS, my DH loves those guys they are so funny! Love the Darla costume you were spot on!

Thank you!!

Yeah those guys are funny.

I had to come check out your TR. It looks like you guys had such a blast. I absolutely loved your costume -- too cute! And Tim's pin collection...WOW. How cool is that? I just got hooked on pin trading in December '07 and it's so addictive!!! How many pins does he have?

Congrats on going back to school. I thought briefly thought about majoring in elementary education, but instead Best of luck!!

HEY!!!!!!!!

He has I want to say about 200 donald pins... maybe more IDK...I have a big collection too. I want to say we have 400-500 combined.

Thank you I'm so excited to go back to school!

Lynn I am loving your pictures, especially of the MK at Halloween..I can't even imagine how cool it is. And that picture of you as Darla *thumbs up*

These pictures are making me want to go to Disney NOW!!!

LOL thank you!!!
I know what you mean.. I can't wait to go back.

oh I love the monster on the building.

So cool and cute hehehe

I so wanna go there for Halloween. But as a teacher, I never get to go. boo

It was ok going for halloween... I think Christmas would be better so you can do that!!!! We had a great time but I don't think I will ever go in Oct again.

When I become a teacher that will not bother me lol.

Great update! Everything looks so cute!
When I was in my Education classes, I didn't find them that hard, but it's a lot of work. They are trying to teach you all the "right" ways of doing things, and a lot of it isn't necessarily practical when you're actually in the classroom. I didn't have to deal with the math though. I took the Miller's Analogy Test as to avoid the math! hahahha I teach English, so math isn't my strong suit either. If you're teaching the little ones, the biggest time thing is the planning. You will have to plan for every minute of everyday. They can't handle time leftover. My biggest time issue is correcting. With 5 high school English classes, including on Advanced Placement class, it's an insane amount of papers. Also...don't listen to the people who claim it's an easy job because of the vacation time! There's plenty of them, and my desire is to turn around and ask why they don't do it! I'm happy to talk about teaching though!

Hey thank you for the advice! Can I tell you that I'm up for the hard work and I can not wait to do lesson plans. I'm very good at being organized and preparing things! YAY I just can not wait to start school!

Hey Kristianne

Also a high school teacher here.

So understand what you mean

YAY for another teacher!!

Loving the trip report Lynn! Here is a little something for all you Tonga Toast lovers.


Ingredients:

* 1 cup sugar
* 2 teaspoons cinnamon
* 1 loaf sourdough bread (8 inches long)
* 2 bananas, peeled
* 1 quart canola oil, for frying

Preparation:
1. Mix the sugar and cinnamon with a fork until thoroughly blended; set aside.
2. Slice the bread into four 2-inch-thick slices.
3. Cut each banana in half crosswise, then each piece lengthwise.
4. Place a bread slice flat on the counter and tear out just enough from the middle (do not tear all the way through) to stuff half a banana into it; repeat with each slice of bread.
5. In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the oil to 350 degrees F; use a candy thermometer to make certain the oil doesn't get any hotter, or it will burn.
6. Gently place one bread slice into the oil for 1 minute, or until light brown.
7. Turn and fry for another minute on the other side.
8. Remove bread from the pot and toss it in the sugar and cinnamon mixture.
9. Repeat for each piece.

OMG you rock!!!!!!!!!!! YUMMY!

Loving your trip report Lynn - I have been a bit of a lurker but just wanted to say how much I love your costume!

P.s. We are going to have to go to Kona now following you food pics!

Thank you!

OMG you will love Kona. YAY for going!

Lynn those pics are awesome!! I didn't know they put the monsters on the buildings, how cool!!

Congrats on the running! I didn't know you were into the running, that's awesome!

Yeah Laura I have been running since I was a kid. I love it.

Lynn, as always an AMAZING update, I totally love the setup for the Buzz and Woody picture, so adorable how they make it seem like you are on Andy's bed. You as Darla, too cute!!! Awesome idea. I hope you have more pictures of you throughout the night like that, what a cool idea. That chocolate banana creme brulee looks amazing. Can't wait to read and see more.

I know isn't the Buzz and Woody set up adorable. Yeah I have more pics and that dessert was the best.

GREAT update!
I actualy laughed out loud @ that pic of your costume!
pure brilliance!!!!!!

and you guys have the best character pics!!!!
hope to hear more soon!

HAHA thank you!!! Glad I gave you a good laugh!

 

[Lynn5700]

Hey Lynn,
Just checking to see when you were leaving on your trip. I'm sure you're getting very excited about this weekend. I want to hear all about it. You can do a mini TR. Are you planning to go to the World of Disney store while you're there?

HEY!! OMG of course we are going to WOD... I will post a mini TR within this TR lol.

I love WOD store. I can't wait to see all the Vday merchandise they will have.

We are going to leave early sat morning and check in at the hotel. The show is at 8! I just have to figure out where to eat dinner.

Anybody have any suggestions?

 

[Lynn5700]

This saturday Tim and I are going up to NYC to see Little Mermaid on Broadway.

Tim surprised me with tickets for Christmas. I have always said I would love a NYC little weekend getaway so I'm thrilled.

(don't mind the crap in the background..it's my MIL's house)

We are staying at The Sheraton NY Hotel and Towers. Tim made a reservation for a Standard King room.

Main lobby

king room

The show is at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre.

I just found a restaurant to eat at before the show. We are going to be eating at Bourbon St Bar and Grille. OMG the menu looks so delicious and the place looks beautiful.

Here is the site, check it out.
http://www.bourbonny.com/media/bourbonstreet.html

We are going to be going here... of course!

I have to go to Crumbs!!! OMG YUM I just went to the site and realized they opened a new one on Broadway. It is like right by our hotel so this is perfect.

This is the Artie Lange cupcake lol. I love Artie.

go to the site and check out the menu. OMG YUM
www.crumbs.com

We will do other stuff too but this is the main stuff lol.

 

[princess&her4princes]

Looks great, Lynn!! I hope you have a fabulous time!!!! Enjoy the time away....it's so nice to sneak away for a romantic little weekend!! I'm jealous!!!!

 

[Disneyfan71]

Have fun at the Little Mermaid show