Mug Men Of The World, Unite!

[LT Hambone]

Early one morning I discovered a unique WDW subculture – the mug men.

It happen during our recent trip to Port Orleans Riverside. While my wife was showering, I grabbed our refillable mugs, and headed to the food court. Along the way I noticed the mug men.

A typical mug man is in his early thirties, wears a t-shirt/shorts/flip-flop combo, forgoes basic hygienic procedures, and is able to carry enough refillable mugs for a small army. They are usually still asleep, and rely on instincts to guide them to the drink dispensers. Their speech is very primitive, consisting mostly of short, terse phrases like, “Why is it always me?” “Why do they take so long?” “Why can’t I sleep longer?” “I wonder if the Yankees finally lost a game?” Above all else, do not get in their way, or interfere with their work.

From that point on, whenever I passed a mug man, I would raise my mug and say, “Mug run!” To which the mug man would raise his many mugs (not very far, given the amount of weight he carries), and return the salute with a slight groan.

So are you a mug man? Or maybe a mug woman? Do you have any good stories from making the morning mug run?

Mug men of the world, unite!

 

[>>^..^<<]

Have you ever seen the mug-kids who insist on mixing all the fountain drinks and calling it "swamp"?

Thats right... coke, sprite, orange, root beer + the diet options all together in the same mug...

"swamp"

>>^..^<<

 

[LT Hambone]

Originally posted by >>^..^<<
Have you ever seen the mug-kids who insist on mixing all the fountain drinks and calling it "swamp"?

Thats right... coke, sprite, orange, root beer + the diet options all together in the same mug...

"swamp"

>>^..^<<

Yes, we did!

And it was disgusting!


Most of the time they didn't even use the correct refillable mug!

Time to call the mug police!

 

[ASFCurly]

I don't know, if you use the right amount of each drink it can actually be good, I don't do it that often anymore, usually just one or two at a time.

 

[Annie&Hallie'sMom]

Mug on!

 

[#1hockeymom]

Lt Hambone, I believe you need to start a bootcamp! You could train all other men in the park to be the best mugman they can be! I am sure your class would quickly become full as word got out!

Debbie<---- who needs her coffee first thing even if it is in a plastic mug!

 

[kayeandjim00]

How true! My DH is a mug man and I just read your post to him because it was just so funny! I have to say as a DW we are most appreciative of your effort! It's so nice to have our mugs full when we get out of the shower and I'm sure it saves you time in the long run... somehow.

 

[Harambe]

Let me be the first mug WOMAN to post! Not only the morning run - but also the "I want a Sprite" nighttime run! DH knocks the mug over when ever he tries to put on the top . . .

I am woman - hear me roar . . .

 

[Crissup]

Originally posted by LT Hambone
Early one morning I discovered a unique WDW subculture – the mug men.

ROTFLMAO!!!

Originally posted by >>^..^<<
mixing all the fountain drinks and calling it "swamp"?

35 years ago, when I was a kid, that was called a "suicide".

 

[LT Hambone]

Originally posted by #1hockeymom
Lt Hambone, I believe you need to start a bootcamp! You could train all other men in the park to be the best mugman they can be! I am sure your class would quickly become full as word got out!

A Mug Man Boot Camp? Hmmm, how about this for a curriculum –

• Economics – Learn why refillable mugs save money
• Emergency Preparedness – Learn what to do when a mug spills or a late night mug run is needed
• Ethics – Is it ok to use the wrong mug at the wrong resort?
• Etiquette – Learn proper grooming and dressing – may be cancelled due to lack of interest
• Foreign Language – Learn how to converse with a non-Mug Man
• Gender Issues – Not all Mug Men are men!
• Fictional Literature – Stories about the Tag Fairy – includes a debate on the existence of the Tag Fairy, Myth or Reality?
• Math – Learn how to determine how much liquid goes into a mug
• Mixology – Learn how to make swamp juice, half-and-half, hot tea, and other concoctions – also includes a seminar on the difference between caffeinated and non- caffeinated beverages
• Orienteering – Learn how to find your way from the room to the Food Court and back to the room in all kinds of weather and conditions
• Physical Fitness – Build upper body strength and increase stamina with minimal sleep
• Physics – Learn how to carry multiple mugs and still open doors – requires an understanding of spatial mechanics
• Public Speaking – Learn how to converse with a fellow Mug Man
• Time Management – Learn how to schedule your time efficiently and effectively

It's a shame the Disney Institute is no longer operating – I could offer Mug Men day classes there!

Originally posted by Crissup
ROTFLMAO!!!

Looks like I may need to offer a class in Cryptology so I can decipher what Crissup is saying!


Mug on!

 

[jenanderson]

I love your classes! Please let us know when we can sign all of our DH up for the classes!

This has made my day!

 

[bigsis1970]

We all do our own mugs but kids love to mix soda they do it every chance they get !! EEWWW ! Michelle

 

[peachgirl]

Funny stuff!


Just wondering....Once you're home and away from the magic, do mug men openly acknowledge each other or is there some secret handshake thing you guys do?

 

[disneyluv4]

We have the MUG KIDS!! They do the early morning runs for mom and dad. Isn't that why we had them?

 

[Annie&Hallie'sMom]

You're missing a bit in math -- how to calculate how many trips it will take to service x amount of people drinks using only one mug!

Mug on!

 

[mommie2angels]

This post is absolutely WONDERFUL!!! My wonderful DH is a mug man even though not in his early thirties anymore. Our 2 dds have to have their hot water for their oatmeal in the morning so they can have their morning seizure and other medications. At night the same thing along with the needed hot chocolate and sprite depending on the time of year. I have to print L T Hambone's story to put in our scrapbook. Now for a return trip to take a picture of dh with all those mugs. Maybe we can reenact it at home and no one will ever know. LOL!!! NO a return trip is needed just for the authentic picture. Thanks for the perfect scrapbook layout!!!

 

[#1hockeymom]

Originally posted by LT Hambone

It's a shame the Disney Institute is no longer operating – I could offer Mug Men day classes there!

I think we just found the perfect addition to the fairy tale package! Forget about the frame, we need Disney to help us on real vacation issues!

Debbie *signing up hockeydad for Lt. Hambone's class ASAP*

 

[LT Hambone]

Originally posted by Annie&Hallie'sMom
You're missing a bit in math -- how to calculate how many trips it will take to service x amount of people drinks using only one mug!

You're right, so I'm adding a new class (along with a few others) -

• Advanced Calculus – Learn how to determine how many trips it will take to satisfy you entire group using only one mug – will also explain the exponentially declining relationship of enthusiasm versus length of stay
• Biology – Learn the effects of caffeine and sugar on a child, and why it is not a good idea to give a kid a Coke at 10:00 PM
• Drama – An interactive seminar designed to show you how to get the most sympathy from your spouse and kids
• Marriage Counseling – What to do when Mug Runs get the better of you
• Music – Learn the lyrics to all WDW attractions and movies so you have something to hum on your way to and from the Food Court – ability to carry a tune is not a requirement

Originally posted by Annie&Hallie'sMom
Just wondering....Once you're home and away from the magic, do mug men openly acknowledge each other or is there some secret handshake thing you guys do?

Sorry, but the Mug Man cultutre only exists at WDW. Just like the Tag Fairy only exists on the DisBoards! Once a Mug Man returns home, he reverts back to his natural state of being. But deep down inside his Mug Man personna is calling him back to the Food Court!


PS - If the Tag Fairy is reading, I really think that to be a proper Mug Man, a visit from you is required! I'm clapping my mugs as I type!

 

[BluOrchid2]

Cute thread. Thanks for the smiles this morning. I have emailed this thread to my husband, the Mug Man in our family.

 

[Zippa D Doodah]

I am so proud to be a part of this subculture (although I'm now 38). Can't wait to get to WDW in June to get in touch with my inner "mug man". I will now be more intentional about helping DS3 to grow into the mug man he is destined to become.