Move over Dumbo our circus is taking over! Surprise trip adventure!!

[vleeth]

The swan thing cracked me up!

 

[solana131]

No no no.....there is no "R" in smaaaht. Geez, you need to learn how to speak Mainah before you come here! I'm gonna be embarrassed to drive oot and aboot with youse guyz.

Oooh, look at a all the pictures Gotta say, I know a lot of people don't love the new Ariel ride.....they say it is an exact copy of Disneyland and that WDW should have done something different, but I don't go to DL and I love the ride! Of course Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast are my two favorite Disney movies, so I am just thrilled that they are the two focused on in the New Fantasyland I could ride that ride over and over again!

Glad you guys checked out Gaston's Tavern. We didn't sit in there, but we went in to try the weird drink thing. I didn't think it was too sweet....it was tart....a frozen apple cider. Huh, maybe they changed it???? Bradey and I both liked it

Anyway....did you get to meet Gaston? Hahaha, he was one of my favorite M&Gs. So funny. And the fact that D almost suffocated in the poncho there kinda leaves an impression too!!

 

[DMGeurts]

Awesome update!!!

Love the Little Mermaid ride... I think it's really well done!

Hehehe... We all shared a LaFrou's Brew - it was mighty tasty... Sweet? Certainly - but it was OK to share.

Loved all the pictures of the kids in Gaston's chair. Even the big kid.

Looks like they are all having a great 10th birthday!

As usual, you had a crazy weekend... We are gearing up for Thanksgiving too... but this year, I don't think we are cooking - so I don't have many groceries to get. That's kind of nice, but we will miss the leftovers. Might have to make JOsh do a TG meal anyways? LOL

D~

 

[disneychic2]

I love all the photos!!! Especially that waterfall shot! It is too bad the video wasn't working in the Mine Train…but at least it didn't catch fire!!

Having hung out with your sweet family, every time I see a picture, I can almost hear the by-play going on. Fun is definitely what your family is all about. Your love for your kids shines through every photo, every word, every event.

Love the photos at Gaston's tavern. We've sat in the chair, but have never ordered anything there. Must rectify that!

About my birthday…I went out with 3 close friends on Thursday to lunch and shopping. Then on Friday Dan and I went out to dinner at a new restaurant near us that was absolutely fabulous! It is beautiful and the food was wonderful. On Saturday we went to Cleveland to see Disney's Newsies from Broadway. It was amazing. Really amazing!! Then we went to dinner at a restaurant near the theater. In Cleveland they have a place called Playhouse Square where there are at least half a dozen theaters and more than half a dozen restaurants. They have a huge chandelier hanging across one of the streets that is pretty cool to see. You can park and then walk to the theater/restaurants and just have a really nice time. Dan bought tickets for White Christmas as my birthday present and I'm really looking forward to that! Then on Sunday, we took Dan's Mom and my parents out for lunch and then back to our house for gluten free brownies and ice cream. Great weekend!!

Hope you are having a wonderful day today and yay for volley ball starting!!!

 

[Wood Nymph]

AS most of you know i LOVE the Poly!!!! LOVE IT! i know the grounds really well. So we decided to take the fairy over instead of the Monorail. just in case it wanted to break down. AND i wanted to find my smoking spot to stop relax and LOVE the poly scenery, and smells... the rest of my troop were all for it too. they needed their bellies to settle!

Walking out we were again greeted by walls.



and



More walls













then more UGLY WALLS.



No beautiful smoking spot.


could NOT find the fairy with all the construction and detours they had. it was a utter MESS.

complete ugly mess.

we turned around went back to the Poly and grabbed the Monorail over.
Thankfully we did NOT have the problems D~ does and we were at the MK stop lickity split!

We took the crazy walkway to the TTC and it took forever! I think we could have walked to the MK in the time it took to twist around the construction mess. You were wise to take the monorail instead.

HAD i known about this cinnamon roll i def would have ordered one!!!

That is like a total trip failure, isn't it? - Just kidding. Actually, I've heard that the cinnamon rolls aren't that good.

 

[Chicago Mo]

Yes i have to go back just for the cinnamon rolls!

 

[oopsiDAISY]

Finally, a TR I haven't fallen behind on!!! I have just been avoiding the Disboards lately...Disney blues are setting in since I know we won't go back for at least two years. Usually doing a TR keeps the blues at bay, but I haven't even wanted to do that lately. It doesn't help that we haven't been able to have a movie night, and I miss Quackattack and her family.

DISNEY TAKE ME AWAY!!!!!

 

[Chicago Mo]

Gotta love walking up Main St!!!!

Nothing like it in the world!!!

Too bad the red head didn't listen to the King... wonder if he threw her into the dungeon.

I hope he did too. the Wench!

7DMT is a cute ride... just wish it was a bit longer.

Yes! It could be longer! I know a lot of people give this ride the thumbs down.. i think it's great..

Awesome pictures of Under the Sea! I can never get my camera settings just right for good pictures.

thank you! i'm kinda a camera- picture taking wacko... just ask anyone here...

We had a LeFou's Brew a few years ago and we didn't care for it. It was...... interesting.

I'm with you on this.. wasn't a fan. we came we tried and we got the cup to prove it.

Love all the pics of the kids in Gaston's Tavern.

Anytime to show off or to act like goofs they are all over it.

You are an updating machine and I've fallen way behind again. Breakfast at Ohana looked delicious! John can't stand Stitch so I know that we'll never eat breakfast there.

na just a couple of pictures! Ohana was fantastic as always!
there are a lot of non-stitch lovers out there...

What the heck was up with the red head girl? Couldn't she have just let the other CM choose one of your kiddos? It was their birthday for gosh sakes.

Yeah you were able to see it in the "kings" face he wanted my kids.. But Oh well... Next time!!

the target rule at our house is that you can't leave without spending at LEAST $20, so i'm not surprised you spent more. so long as you didn't forget the dog food (like I would have done!), you were doing good! I honestly don't know how I worked there in high school and brought home any money from my check!

No kidding!!! ugh Target is my kryptonite! Don't know what is up with that store!!!

the girls are waiting less than patiently to go see big hero 6. that's good to know that it's so good. i'm pretty excited to go too!
glad the weekend was a good one!

Lots of fun! Did you see it yet?!?! the fist bump is the new thing in our house!!!

Target is DANGEROUS!

Your not whistling dixi... i can spend hours in Target.

I am beginning to love Target more and more. Mark got his Red Card and gets the 5% off, plus an additional 10% off for being an employee. And I get to use his card.

Oh.... discounts!!!! i'd never leave the store... never.

It's their birthday, 10 is such a big deal! Their shirts are so awesome!

Yes it was a big deal! Tess really did a great job on their shirts!!!

Ohana birthday breakfast, can't get more perfect than that. The food looks SO good!

and it was!!!!!! i can't believe the YUM food we had!

Awe, Lilo is so cute but Stitch would be the one I'd be waiting for too!

Yes stitch is an awesome meet and greet! he always spends a lot of time with the kids and playing around being all stitchy! he can be naughty too.. I remember him 'stealing' a few things.. to be brought back a few moments later! reminds me of a certain ferret...

How nice of the King guy but how lame of the redhead. Too bad they didn't get to be the ones picked. It's their birthday come on redhead!

eh well. Next time! at least a little boy was Pixi dusted!

Ah....7DMT, I cannot wait to ride it! So glad you guys enjoyed it. Bummer the video wasn't available at that time.

Yet ANOTHER reason to get back there! i can't seem to find ONE picture from this ride!!!

Love all the mermaid pictures!

thank you!

love these updates!!! New fantasyland is honestly my favorite part of the magic kingdom

Thank you! I wish we spend more time over there!

The swan thing cracked me up!

HA! Thanks! glad you get my humor

No no no.....there is no "R" in smaaaht. Geez, you need to learn how to speak Mainah before you come here! I'm gonna be embarrassed to drive oot and aboot with youse guyz.

damn it.

Imma gunna need a lesson in all dat talkin youse guyz do over dare. Ya hear me?

Oooh, look at a all the pictures

I'm here to please!

Gotta say, I know a lot of people don't love the new Ariel ride.....they say it is an exact copy of Disneyland and that WDW should have done something different, but I don't go to DL and I love the ride! Of course Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast are my two favorite Disney movies, so I am just thrilled that they are the two focused on in the New Fantasyland I could ride that ride over and over again!

I DO love it!!! so colorful LOVE the music! I won't be going to DL so this is just fine for me!!!
Oh yes you must be in your glory with both!!!

Glad you guys checked out Gaston's Tavern. We didn't sit in there, but we went in to try the weird drink thing. I didn't think it was too sweet....it was tart....a frozen apple cider. Huh, maybe they changed it???? Bradey and I both liked it

Not a fan. apparently i need to go back for a cinnamon bun!

Anyway....did you get to meet Gaston? Hahaha, he was one of my favorite M&Gs. So funny. And the fact that D almost suffocated in the poncho there kinda leaves an impression too!!

wait........ WHAT?!

Awesome update!!!

thanks

Love the Little Mermaid ride... I think it's really well done!

I thought so too... really adorable.

Hehehe... We all shared a LaFrou's Brew - it was mighty tasty... Sweet? Certainly - but it was OK to share.

not a fan.. but got the cup... well Meg did.

Loved all the pictures of the kids in Gaston's chair. Even the big kid.

they are all nuts. Glad i am the sane one in the group.

Looks like they are all having a great 10th birthday!

truly they are.

As usual, you had a crazy weekend... We are gearing up for Thanksgiving too... but this year, I don't think we are cooking - so I don't have many groceries to get. That's kind of nice, but we will miss the leftovers. Might have to make JOsh do a TG meal anyways? LOL D~

Yes last year was your turn to cook... or you went to a restaurant? crap i can't remember i know you were bummed about it.

I love all the photos!!! Especially that waterfall shot! It is too bad the video wasn't working in the Mine Train…but at least it didn't catch fire!!

thank you!! Nope no fire for us! we were all safe and sound!

Having hung out with your sweet family, every time I see a picture, I can almost hear the by-play going on. Fun is definitely what your family is all about. Your love for your kids shines through every photo, every word, every event.

aww Thank you Lois!!

Love the photos at Gaston's tavern. We've sat in the chair, but have never ordered anything there. Must rectify that!

yes you must!!! it's a fun place!

About my birthday…I went out with 3 close friends on Thursday to lunch and shopping. Then on Friday Dan and I went out to dinner at a new restaurant near us that was absolutely fabulous! It is beautiful and the food was wonderful. On Saturday we went to Cleveland to see Disney's Newsies from Broadway. It was amazing. Really amazing!! Then we went to dinner at a restaurant near the theater. In Cleveland they have a place called Playhouse Square where there are at least half a dozen theaters and more than half a dozen restaurants. They have a huge chandelier hanging across one of the streets that is pretty cool to see. You can park and then walk to the theater/restaurants and just have a really nice time. Dan bought tickets for White Christmas as my birthday present and I'm really looking forward to that! Then on Sunday, we took Dan's Mom and my parents out for lunch and then back to our house for gluten free brownies and ice cream. Great weekend!!

I am SO happy you had a wonderful birthday!!!

Hope you are having a wonderful day today and yay for volley ball starting!!!

LOVE VOLLEYBALL!!!

We took the crazy walkway to the TTC and it took forever! I think we could have walked to the MK in the time it took to twist around the construction mess. You were wise to take the monorail instead.

I bet you could walk to MK! that was INSANE!!! sometimes i do think. not always!!!

 

[Chicago Mo]

Finally, a TR I haven't fallen behind on!!! I have just been avoiding the Disboards lately...Disney blues are setting in since I know we won't go back for at least two years. Usually doing a TR keeps the blues at bay, but I haven't even wanted to do that lately. It doesn't help that we haven't been able to have a movie night, and I miss Quackattack and her family.

DISNEY TAKE ME AWAY!!!!!

Nope i am SLOW at this.. Just no time! plus trying to play catch up with everyone else! so i understand. Disney Blues hit our house BAD. i was ready to call a therapist!

 

[Pluto0809]

Got a little behind again, story of my life!

Sounds like a great morning so far at MK.

I kind of avoid those Fantasyland players like the plague because I don't want to be pulled out of the crowd. Darn my shyness.

Was that your first time on Little Mermaid? Or was it open the last time you were there?

I have to agree that the Le Fou's Brew is just a little too sweet. Frozen Butterbeer now that stuff is awesome!

As you know, Jim and I loved Big Hero 6 too. Did you know to stay for the extra scene after the credits? I've added the Baymax and Hiro meet and greet to my must do list on my HS day.

 

[disneychic2]

Um, you think YOU"RE the sane one? For real?? Okay, we'll go with that….

I want to see Big Hero 6!! The Disney movie club is already taking pre-orders for it. Dan and I have not been to a movie since he first started working his crazy hours back in March!! Maybe we'll get there soon,though.

Hope you are having a wonderful day!

 

[Chicago Mo]

Got a little behind again, story of my life!

wasn't much to catch up with.. Lot's of pictures! will get an update today.

Sounds like a great morning so far at MK.

It was!!!

I kind of avoid those Fantasyland players like the plague because I don't want to be pulled out of the crowd. Darn my shyness.

Oh.. I am sorry to hear this!! I am sure it's a lot of fun to watch too!

Was that your first time on Little Mermaid? Or was it open the last time you were there?

This was our first time!!! fantasyland was still under construction last time we were there! We did a TON of firsts this trip!

I have to agree that the Le Fou's Brew is just a little too sweet. Frozen Butterbeer now that stuff is awesome!

Isn't butterbeer only in US? IF meg decides to grow at some point i would LOVE to take the kids there.. Just not worth it unless everyone can enjoy the rides!

As you know, Jim and I loved Big Hero 6 too. Did you know to stay for the extra scene after the credits? I've added the Baymax and Hiro meet and greet to my must do list on my HS day.

it was a great movie!!! Yes i am one of those nerds who stays all the way until the end. we were the only ones too!!! I LOVE Baymax.. LOVE him! ohh i hope the M&G with them are a blast!!!

Um, you think YOU"RE the sane one? For real?? Okay, we'll go with that….

i totally am...

I want to see Big Hero 6!! The Disney movie club is already taking pre-orders for it. Dan and I have not been to a movie since he first started working his crazy hours back in March!! Maybe we'll get there soon,though.

Go see it. i don't want to talk too much about the movie i will say it was a funny movie, and as always tears too.

Hope you are having a wonderful day!

You as well my friend!!!

 

[DMGeurts]

Yes last year was your turn to cook... or you went to a restaurant? crap i can't remember i know you were bummed about it.

Great memory... Sort of. We went to a restaurant... Sigh. Good restaurant - NOT Thanksgiving though, not at all. This year - there will be REAL Thanksgiving food... The only good thing about last year - no leftovers to be tempted to overeat for days after... Maybe I shouldn't have Josh cook?

D~

 

[Chicago Mo]

Great memory... Sort of. We went to a restaurant... Sigh. Good restaurant - NOT Thanksgiving though, not at all. This year - there will be REAL Thanksgiving food... The only good thing about last year - no leftovers to be tempted to overeat for days after... Maybe I shouldn't have Josh cook?

D~

Hey at least i remembered something! not totally on cue. Have to have thanksgiving food.. HAVE TO!!!!!! it's a must.

I am really looking forward to it this year!!! i am making SO MUCH it's going to last until next year i just know it! But i LOVE to cook. The kids are all excited too they want to help so i will be giving them some things to do too!!!

Plus i bought myself a REALLY SUPER AWESOME APRON!!!

MINE!!!!

I am in LOVE with this years pattern!! good ol fashion Christmas!!! I cannot tell you how IN love i am with this..
Like i also bought this:

It's tiny..

and the pot holder too!!!! Told you i LOVE this pattern! I want that tree skirt. but will wait until it's on sale!!!



maybe...


I am READY for this years festivities!!!! don't know what got into me but i am in the holiday spirit!!!! so much so that i am not even upset it is snowing right now... as long as we don't accumulate to much...

 

[Chicago Mo]

after cooling off a bit and re-hydrating we were ready to continue our adventure!
Leaving the Tavern Gaston was NO where to be found! DANG IT! he was someone who was top priority to meet! Eh well.. we will catch him at another time...




I hoped...





By this time we had totally skipped our FP for BOG lunch. we were still full from breakfast!!! So on we trekked on.

Meg noticed the no wait on the scariest ride ever...
I can't say no.. it's also her birthday regardless of the other 4 people who's vote did not matter at this time she was determined... A determined peanut is not something you want to mess with.. remember she has those fists of fury..




we were venturing into............... da da daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa



It a small world zone............

​

Horrifying....

It was a walk on because no one dares to enter this ride....

and on our little boat we went:

this guy waved our final goodbye as we were entering the ROOM OF DOLLS



i will no longer comment as you know this -as Kathy so well put it- Slow boat to china.. Some of the pictures came out pretty good.



AHHHHHHHHHHH scary moose!!!!













OK this guy is kinda cute


But not these




Where doe the tunnel to the left of this picture go??? Hummmm???





















Next post....




.

 

[Chicago Mo]

Carry on my wayward son There'll be peace when you are done Lay your weary head to rest Don't you cry no more Once I rose above the noise and confusion
Just to get a glimpse beyond this illusion I was soaring ever higher But I flew too high

Totally fitting...





ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!?!




OK Ok... this is about the ONLY part of this ride i like are the hula people.


Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Pa-Platypus!










Yes Matt I understand your fear...


It's OK Zack it's almost over!




HADES Has unleashed their devils WE MUST GET OUT


Thank heavens.


we JUMPED out of our boat and quickly made our escape. not before the clock struck

I don't know if it was alarming the incubus inside of our escape or what but i have never seen this go off!



We were safely outside.. PHEW! checking the times figured it was time for their next surprise it was really early to check in yet if we were to hit another attraction we would be late. this way i could stop and get my nerves back and enjoy the sights and sounds of MK!

Next up? The cutest librarian and a couple of knights!

.

 

[Pluto0809]

Awwww, Small World isn't that bad. Well maybe it is, I love the ride and I can only ride it one time a trip. For me it has so many childhood memories that I can't help but love it.

It's funny as many times as I've ridden IASW I still notice new things. Like that scarecrow looking guy on the straw horse. Never seen that one before. Now I'll have to be on the lookout for him.

Oh and the clock actually goes off every 15 minutes, timing must not have been good for you on past trips.

 

[mickeystoontown]

I guess that I'm the minority because I really don't mind It's a Small World! Is it my favorite ride evah? Nope but I like it.

 

[KatMark]

Well, I'd like to say that was a fun update, but you know my feelings on this attraction.

I'm guessing that the tunnel to the left in that picture is where they put the really bad kids and make them listen to that music nonstop for an hour straight! I know it would make be behave for ALL time in the future.

 

[MonsterWDWmom]

Fun update my girls love Its a Small World, actually just this morning Becky was humming it as I buckled her into her car seat!

I have wondered about those tunnels before also I would love to see the dark empty hallway!