The REST OF DAY 7 4/5 or WILL PP RIDE RnR????
When I last left off we were in WWTBAM for the first time, enjoying it immensely. As we exited we had no choice but to take PP to the big hat giftshop. She had seen it the other night when we were here, and she has been bugging us all morning, so we just HAD to take her. While PP and I looked around, Bubba ran over to get FPs for Indiana Jones.
I always thought the replica of Hollywoods Chinese Theater was supposed to be the focal point of MGM
Whats up with this hat? Dont get me wrong
I love Fantasia, as does PP
but it is almost as if the Disney folks were in a meeting and it went something like this:
Stuffed Suit #1: Well, it seems we have an oversized hat on the agenda today
Stuffed Suit #2: Let us begin by using this oversized hat to generate the most amount of revenue possible
Stuffed Suit #3: Shouldnt we find a proper location for this oversized hat first?
Stuffed Suit #1: No, no
we must first find a way to make a profit
Stuffed Suit #2: Could we make it an attraction? We could turn it into a movie
Stuffed Suit #1: But what type of movie would we put in it? It doesnt relate to any Disney movie that I know of
Stuffed Suit #3: Wouldnt it be difficult to fit people in a cone shaped building?
Stuffed Suit #2: Forget the movie, this oversized hat would make no sense with a film in it
Stuffed Suit #1: I know
.lets use it as a lure to sell things
Stuffed Suit #3: Hmmm
weve never tried that before
Stuffed Suit #2: But what would we sell?
Stuffed Suit #1: Anything with a 75% mark up on it
Stuffed Suit#3: But WHERE are we going to put said hat?
Stuffed Suit #2: Anywhere, really
Stuffed Suit #1: Yes, our guests will buy anything from under an oversized hat
Stuffed Suit #3: Ok, lets drop it in MGM and see how that works
And so the story goes
.So here we were under the big hat. PP had fun trading pins with some CMs and she also got a pressed penny book. Bubba was back from his FP expedition, and PP knew this was a good time to hit em up for some more souvenirs that didnt have to come out of her $190 stash. Bubba loves the idea of the pressed pennies and PP knew she could scam him into buying the book. PP is one smart kid.
PP also purchased one pin with her money, and Bubba also bought her one. I think it was here that he bought her a pin that said My first trip to WDW. Awww
how cute
.PP wasnt into cute
.she was into Wow, another pin that didnt come out of my stash
I think everyone should sit down for what I am about to report! We had ADRs for lunch at Mama Melroses!!!!!!! AND WE WENT!!!! Our ADRs were for 12:30, and it was only about 11:45, but we were hungry. So off we went from the big hat, in search of MM.
We had some time to kill
so we explored the Muppets gift shop. I think it is the Muppets gift shop
the one with the big Kermits outside. I bought a few magnets
and PP bought a princess wand pen. Dont ask me where that pen is now
I only know that because I checked the receipts. It was four dollars
and Im sure it came out of PPs stash. Sorry PP
.Bubba does not buy princess pens
Maybe a princess pin
but not a pen.
I snapped a few pics of PP standing with Kermit and off to lunch we went.
I really wish I could remember our servers name. Well call him Vinny. Vinny was great. Quintessential greasy Italian
but in a good way. Extremely attentive, funny and helpful. I knew I wanted a flatbread, just not which one I wanted. Vinny recommended one with chicken
..and he was right on
.it was delicious.
But first I had to have a bellini
.PP wanted soup to go with her meal. Minestrone to be exact and she ate every last bite. Our meals came out, and it was time for another bellini
actually I think I got another bellini before our food even came out
because I remember Vinny being concerned that there was a hole in the glass. Nope, no hole
just a thirsty Mom with a drinking problem
.on vacation!
Bubba had tuna
which was good and PP only wanted macaroni with her soup. I think I enjoyed the meal the most
maybe because we were finally eating on property
or maybe it was the bellinis. Unfortunately we had to make a mad dash out of there in order to catch the next Indiana Jones. I really wanted to say Arrivederci to Vinny
but alas, trucks blowing up were more important to Bubba.
A little side note: Bubba did not even wince at the cost of lunch!!!! Maybe there was hope for him after all!!!!
We had our FPs in hand and our running shoes on
.Ok, well Bubba had his running shoes on
..I just had two delicious drinks and PP apparently does not run anywhere in WDW. We arrive at the entrance to IJ huffin and puffin
.But they were done letting FPS in. What exactly is the point of FP if they cut you off 15 minutes before the show? Oh well, the nice CM told us we could use them for the next show.
What would we do in the mean time? It was unanimous
.WWTBAM. When the Bennetts find something they all LOVE, they become a bit obsessive. Off to WWTBAM. We caught it at exactly the right time and were able to walk right in and grab seats.
Apparently the CMs here take turns
because the host from this morning was now the stage manager and vice versa. I cant believe there is something I didnt know.
The first fastest finger question was to put Heisman award winners in order. I had some idea
.but really just pushed the letters as fast as I could. Bubba was looking smug, because being the sport nut he is, for sure would get them correct.
The results come up and look
its seat 109 in 8th place. What??? Thats me. Of course, I made a huge deal about it
and the man next to Bubba made a little joke about his wife getting them right
.and quickly. Good times for me and PP
poking a little fun at Bubba
with the help of a stranger.
When the 1st place winner walked down to the hot seat
all of the men in the studio were amazed. A 13 year old GIRL! She was quite personable and did really well. The most amusing part was when she phones a complete stranger and the phone rang
and rang
and rang. They had to call back to finally get someone to answer. I have a feeling the CM manning the phone was off flirting with a guest instead of doing her job. Good job Maria
.I hope you still have your job.
The next contestant was a man
.who was all alone. I know there are a ton of people that do solo trips
but I still felt so bad for him. He seemed lonely. But he was funny
and a Red Sox fan
.so, me being a Yankee hater, loved him! Bubba is a Mets fan, and I am a Phillies fan
but living in the Poconos is like living in Yankee Stadium
and quite frankly
they are the annoying Our team is so great fans. Similar to me during football season in regards to the Eagles. However, they are much more annoying. But I digress.
The lonely man did fairly well and good times were had by all!!!! It was time to find a smoking area before heading over to IJ. MGM doesnt have the same anti-smoking stance as the other parks, and I found one with ease. It was here, that I decided, with the help of a nice woman
.that all the smoking areas should be next to the bathrooms. This would solve so many problems. First, you can always find a bathroom
.which means I could stop hurdling potted plants. Second, generally when making a smoke break, you decide to make all your breaks all at once and use the facilities
and third, when traveling with non-smokers, this gives them the opportunity to go and still be close by. Really, why dont I work for Disney???
It was time for IJ and we walked over. We got right in with our FPs and found seats, off to the left, fairly close to the stage.
PP loved this show
and I had forgotten the twist. Bubba seemed to think it was different than the last time he saw it
.I think it was exactly the same
.lets just chalk it up to old age.
During the show a man cam and sat on the steps next to our aisle. A nice CM came over and politely told him he had to move. The man gave her a blank stare. She asked him to move again. Nothing. He wasnt wearing a Pittsburg hat, so it was difficult to tell if he didnt speak English, or was just plain dumb.
After many attempts to get the man to move, he finally answered. This was his response:
Why? (With an English accent
although, Im sure the words Please move mean the same thing in England as they do here)
The CM replied: It is a safety hazard
To which the man responded with yet another blank stare. He finally moved after much ado
and I could go back to regular scheduled programming.
After the show we decided to use our FPs for RnR. On the way over PP began having anxiety.
PP: Can I look at it first Mom?
Me: Of course (knowing full well it was inside)
PP: Does it go upside down?
Me: Nope
PP: Are you sure? Have you been on it?
Me: No, but I looked at it on the computer
PP: Ok
.but I want to look at it first
Does this constitute child abuse???? If so, please do not call the authorities
well just keep it our little secret.
We arrive at RnR..and oh no
it is inside. Sorry PP, you cant look at it. But dont worry, its fun
and I promise it doesnt go upside down.
At this point Bubba was getting concerned as well. He began reading the signs about looping, speed and other heart stopping things this coaster would do. I gave him the Say anything about it going upside down and I will kill you look. He kept his mouth shut
but I had tricked him as well
he doesnt like upside down coasters
and he of course believed everything I had told PP. Why would I lie to a nervous 8 year old?
We hopped in our limo, and I started to get nervous. It was karma coming to get me. I had seen the previous ride take off at a heart stopping speed
and the anticipation was enough to kill me. We finally took off at about 100 miles an hour, into our first loop! After I caught my breath, I had the delight of hearing PP giggling. She likes it
she likes it.
As we were walking off PP was squealing in delight. Bubba was still trying to catch his breath. PP asked me why I didnt tell her it went upside down, to which I replied Would you have gone it if you knew To which she answered No. Did you like it PP?
I loved it Mom, Im glad I went on.
Sometimes I do know what Im doing.
We decided to leave after RnR. The park was getting crowded and it was about 4. This was late for us at a park. We may turn into pumpkins.
Im going away for the weekend, so Ill be back on Monday to finish up Day 7 and possible day 8. Although, I am dragging this out as long as possible, because what will I do when it is over? Maybe start planning our next trip????
Have a great weekend everyone and thank you again for hanging on this long!!!
. 
(mom and trip planner) 
(DH aka Billy Bob) 
(DD Allyson 
(DS Josh)
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