Just watched the end of the game...feel sorry for the devils. I'm not a fan of either...but, with the DUCKS being kind of "Disney-ish" (movies, etc.). I feel happy for them.
Muffy...LOL. I go on all of these too.
The HULK is CRAZY-WILD, and takes off like a ROCKET! (Like Rockin' Roller Coaster @ MGM). I must agree with "workin4vacation", DO NOT CLOSE YOUR EYES! I think you will be fine. I visit Magic Mountain during the year...where the rides are EXTREME. These two are tame in comparison.
*Have you been on the TOT? Kept your EYES open the entire time? Sat in the front row?
jaw62901...That's GREAT NEWS, Jason.
I'm Thrilled you never cancelled those ressies. Now, you'll be in pure luxury at the SWAN. I hope this post finds you feeling 100% Better! Take care, and keep planning.
Happytrails...Ever heard of a "french horn" pastry? No one seems to know what they are out here (LOL). Thanks for all the Great pics. Yep...Sir, that's my BABY (OUR SUITE!). We'll be there in no time flat. How was the internet service? High speed BB access?
ozziewags...Anytime (past the most recent date). Most of these are scheduled on Tuesday & Friday eves. So, Tuesday's will be ready for sale as soon as Sat. Morning arrives. If at ALL POSSIBLE, skip the Friday eve, and opt for Tuesday. We have done them all...for years and years. Tuesday usually has about 1/3-1/2 less patrons than Friday (for obvious reasons). Just a little tip/hint.
Mouseteacher...You are underestimating your limitations!
You seem so much more tenacious than you credit yourself. If Ole' "DF" was with you...I'll bet we could do one of those "off-limits" attractions (LOL...JK). My DS is the same way, and I can usually "persuade" her to try it with me. Yet, after one such encounter resulted in an "imbalance in her neuro-fluids" (she was POSITIVE!), and a "killer headache", I do not try to influence her any more. I felt terrible for her. She recovered, after some Excedrine, hydration and a relaxing bed in the dark A/C of the suite. I suggested possibly dehydration contributed to the malady...but she would not concede.
I'm lucky she'll still accompany me to a theme park once in a while!
disfanRN...Happy to have you here with us! What kind words about our thread. The persons visiting here are the NICEST you'll find anywhere. Yes, DD is our "only" child.
It wasn't "planned" this way...just seemed to work over time. I'm happy to read your DD is also an only child ( and seemingly well-adjusted
). DD is contented as well, and enjoys our company tremendously (Vice-Versa). We are very young at heart (can you tell?), and enjoy Life to the Fullest.
She reflects similar character traits, and exudes a natural zeal for Fun/Adventure. Thank goodness, no one in either family has ever given us grief over our decision. Both DH and I come from large families (4-6 sibs).
We still toss around the "idea" of another sibling...and have NOT ruled the idea out of our lives. I consider myself to be a very vibrant and youthful woman (LOL), open to the idea of another addition. But, as you stated in your posts...it's in the hands of God. I LOVE the quip in reference to Jesus (If it was Good enough for him!). I had a wonderful laugh today with DD in the yard. We were picking up branches and trimmings from the roses, trees, etc. She called it "menial" work, and said it was terribly hot/tiring. I reminded her...no matter WHAT the task, always give it your BEST! I added, Jesus was a carpenter. She replied, "Yes, he built things. He never cleaned the debris around Jerusalum!" (LOL). We both laughed, and agreed about the philosophy I was attempting to get across. Children are a pure delight, and a true blessing.
*I must add this strange paradox/phenom which seems to occur as the parents of an only child. People always ASK us if we are taking DD with us on our sojourns? They act surprised when we offer our answer to their absurd query. This has ALWAYS puzzled me. I have been clueless as to, "HOW" they ever obtain any such idea? We have never left her home. She accompanies us to most ALL destinations, and is a seasoned traveler with her own passport. She has been dining in fine restaurants, and resting in suites since she was a baby. She has always behaved accordingly, with manners and grace.
I just find it hard to fathom anyone would presume we would leave her behind. Especially, in the midst of the most MAGICAL/HAPPIEST place on Earth!
It's as if they believe an "only child" would be so easy to ditch. I have come to this conclusion after some "firing back" (of recent). I asked one of these persons if they would leave their children behind on their trip to Spain each summer. They answered, "well, we have four children. It would not be easy to find someplace for all of them to stay. So, we have to bring them. Besides, we visit family, and they want to see the children." Well, we stop by and see my brother in Melbourne beach (he usually comes to VERO for a day), and also family farther south. Is one child "less significant" than four? LOL....of course not. Just thought you may find this interesting.
HAPPY SATURDAY!
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I am SICK and TIRED of the rain. It's here today and here tomorrow, too! We're about 6 weeks away from our Swan visit and I'm ready for some heat and I'll take the humidity, too. 
I figure why make myself scared silly and/or sick - I'm on vacation. 
