PHM 2015-In Pursuit of Cupcakes While Running in Glass Slippers

[Alysa]

Just got back from my run. Slowwwww. How fast do you need to be again, to not get pulled from the race? Or the 10K?

 

[lovingeire]

MUSIC MONDAY​

I know I dropped the ball yesterday, but I was so excited about booking a room...

What is your cool down song (s)...​

I love using something inspirational for my cool down song ! Right now it is...

Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) by Chris Tomlin​

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Love this song!

I was sweating before I ran a foot it was so humid! I can't imagine walking around after that. One year we did that after the 5k and I was uncomfortable all day. Definitely need a shower!

DH and I are dressing up for the marathon weekend 5K as Donald and Daisy hopefully and I really wanted to try to rush over to Tusker House so we could have pictures with Donald, but at the same time I fear being nasty and ruining everyone's day. I like the idea, but think in the end I'd choose a shower!

I'm debating getting an AP for the early registration. I'd be able to use it in September 2-3 days, February 4 days and have lots of flexibility.

I'm getting an AP for the first time ever. We will be there marathon weekend, I'll be back for PHM, hoping to squeeze in a Star Wars weekend right after schools out and then be back in the fall. Cause if I get them for 4 people we might as well use them!

Wednesday Wonderings

Let's hop on the Monorail from MK and visit Epcot...


What are your must do attractions, like to do, and can live without in Future World?​

Must Do
2. Soarin


Like to Do
2. Spaceship Earth

Live Without

5. Captain EO

Look at the first page for some examples...we want to know about your personal side, Disney side, and running side! I will be happy to add you if you want! Always cool enough to be a cupcake...just have to believe in yourself, not take running too serious and have a good time while supporting each other...

Awesome! I will work on that tomorrow...hopefully after a run! ​

 

[momabaarjo]

MY DH is up in Canada this week fishing as well. Must be fishing week.

Any day is a fishing day according to my husband...

He facetimed home today and had a huge cut in his hand. Apparently there was some lure accident. Sheesh.

OUCH! I have caught way too many hooks in my hand! Then of course DH thinks he is being so helpful when he pulls them out...I think he gets some sort of weird pleasure doing it!

Even when hubby is not in the bed, there is always one of my kids in there. Especially when it storms. Which it is tonight............. Along with a shaking dog who's terrified of thunder!

No one ended up in my bed! Of course the boys were in the dog house last night right before bed....they can be worse then sisters fighting...

Just got back from my run. Slowwwww. How fast do you need to be again, to not get pulled from the race? Or the 10K?

16 minute mile...Slow does not matter...you have lots of time to work on your time. Focus on getting out there and doing it! What training plan are you following? Is this your first race? Have you ever done any running before? We have lots of cupcake "seasoned runners" who can help you! I am always looking for advice.

Love this song!

I love it as my cool down because it always forces be to be thankful...and leads me into some prayer and self reflection time! And sometimes it literally brings me to tears and humbles me!

DH and I are dressing up for the marathon weekend 5K as Donald and Daisy hopefully and I really wanted to try to rush over to Tusker House so we could have pictures with Donald, but at the same time I fear being nasty and ruining everyone's day. I like the idea, but think in the end I'd choose a shower!

How fun to get your husband to dress up...unless it is camo or church clothes forget it with mine!



I'm getting an AP for the first time ever. We will be there marathon weekend, I'll be back for PHM, hoping to squeeze in a Star Wars weekend right after schools out and then be back in the fall. Cause if I get them for 4 people we might as well use them!

Cool...I wish I could make enough trips for an AP...sadly my trips are spaced out about 18 months apart. But that is okay, because just when I finish a TR then it is time to start a new PTR! Keeps the Disney blues away!




Awesome! I will work on that tomorrow...hopefully after a run!

Can't wait to learn more about our newest cupcake!

 

[momabaarjo]

Cupcake Friday
(As if just being Friday was not sweet enough)

Black Forest Cupcake
Contemporary - Contempo Cafe

We have explored the cupcakes of MK, GF, and POLY…time to ride that monorail loop over to the Contemporary Resort for another treasure trove of cupcakes to share and drool over until we can have the real thing…​

Black Forest Cupcake​

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The Black Forest Cupcake is a basic chocolate cupcake topped with swirls of vanilla buttercream frosting topped with a chocolate covered cherry. I am a not a huge fan of mounds of buttercream frosting...in fact a lot of times I just scrap off the frosting! But what I have read it has the same consistency as whipped cream and might be a tad too thin for those who love the thick, heavier lard frosting.

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But we haven’t even gotten to the best part yet… . It’s called a Black Forest Cupcake because it’s stuffed with CHERRY PIE FILLING and I love canned cherry pie filling, you know the bright red, thick stuff. YUM-O

My thoughts...while I like the sound of this cupcake, well it is just too basic for me. When I think Disney cupcake I think over the top flavors. This one just doesn't do it for me enough.

Your thoughts????

 

[lovingeire]

Gretchen (lovingeire)

My favorite princess and I. (Horrible picture at the 24 hour in 2013 where I was sick, hot and pregnant! But it's motivating!)​

My Real Side: I am a 37 year old mother of THREE BOYS! They keep me on my toes, pulling out my hair and laughing (or shaking my head) day after day! I love them! My youngest is 6 months (born 12/13) and now that we are done I am anxious to lose the baby weight I'm carrying from both the younger kiddos and get my body back. My husband is my hero, and a US Marine, so a true hero. He makes me laugh. I am a teacher by trade, but have stayed home since my 4 year old was born. I currently work at home as a travel agent which helps fund my Disney obsession, but also provides me some adult interaction!

My Disney Side: I grew up near Disneyland in SoCal and developed my Disney obsession early! However, it rose to a whole new level when I got to take my kids for the first time! We now live on the other coast and mostly visit WDW. My husband likes it better...and I'll use whatever I can to get back! Favorites include:
Ride: Big Thunder Mountain (my 1st roller coaster and still my fav!)
Parade: Main St. Electrical Parade (I grew up with this at DL)
Treat: Churros or Dole Whip
Table Service Restaurant: California Grill
Quick Service Restaurant: Tangerine Cafe
Cupcake: Butterfinger at Starring Roles
Princess: Ariel
Moment: Jasmine having my then 13 year old son sing "A Whole New World" to her at CRT

My Running Side: This will be the shortest section! In all honesty, I hate running. I think it should be reserved for when a zombie is chasing you...and then I hope I have a weapon to defend myself! However, it's my goal to run a race at Disney and to be a fit, active parent (and regain the confidence I had before I got so heavy) so what better motivation than Disney! The WDW marathon weekend I am running the 5K with DH and a friend and I are planning on doing PHM weekend's 5K and 10K together. I'm hoping to do a local race or two in the fall prior to these Disney races to test the waters.

 

[Tinker326]

Cupcake thoughts: I'd try it. I like canned cherry pie filling too. I like whipped cream on my cakes/cupcakes and I like chocolate. So this might be good. But I guess I'd have to wait to see what other wonders the Contemp is offering before a final choice.

Gretchen- HI! Welcome!!! I am a runner who also believes running should be reserved for when zombies chase you! But, if you are going to start running, there is NO better place than Disney to do it! Plus, the company around here is pretty awesome too!

 

[lovingeire]

No one ended up in my bed! Of course the boys were in the dog house last night right before bed....they can be worse then sisters fighting...

My almost 4 year old was in my bed last night...well early this morning since he came in at 4am!

My husband wears camo for a living so he's happy to get out of it!

We are lucky enough to take advantage of military discounts, however 4 days in the parks isn't enough for us with the little ones. We just can't do open to close like we used to anymore with them so we need more days. I figure if we get the AP we need to make good use of it! (aka an excuse for more trips if I can afford them!) We have a year and a half between our last trip and the marathon weekend trip so hopefully plenty of time to save.


Can't wait to learn more about our newest cupcake!

Cupcake Friday
(As if just being Friday was not sweet enough)

Black Forest Cupcake
Contemporary - Contempo Cafe
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Hmmm...cherry pie isn't my favorite. I'd have a bite of someone's, but it's not enticing enough for me to enjoy a whole cupcake!​

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Uh...chocolate and cherry pie filling? Yes please! Sounds yummy. Will you have a spreadsheet with all the cupcakes so we can keep track? I'm thinking I'm up to about 12 or 13 cupcakes at this point and we're doing this over a period of an hour or so???

 

[EcbLovesMickey]

Uh...chocolate and cherry pie filling? Yes please! Sounds yummy. Will you have a spreadsheet with all the cupcakes so we can keep track? I'm thinking I'm up to about 12 or 13 cupcakes at this point and we're doing this over a period of an hour or so???

We are going to have to split these lol. No way can I consume that much cake in one day! Lol

 

[lovingeire]

Got my run in cupcakes! Thanks for the support! Knowing I had to report back here motivated me! Went to the firehouse, where DH is volunteering, and he watched the kids while I used the treadmill. I was feeling really crummy about my run since I was running 13.5 mm until I realized I was averaging 14.5 before the break I took. No wonder the run was so hard! But it's done! I need a cupcake now...or a frosty beverage!!!

 

[momabaarjo]

Gretchen (lovingeire)


WELCOME GRETCHEN!!!!

My Real Side: I am a 37 year old mother of THREE BOYS! They keep me on my toes, pulling out my hair and laughing (or shaking my head) day after day! I love them! My youngest is 6 months (born 12/13) and now that we are done I am anxious to lose the baby weight I'm carrying from both the younger kiddos and get my body back. My husband is my hero, and a US Marine, so a true hero. He makes me laugh. I am a teacher by trade, but have stayed home since my 4 year old was born. I currently work at home as a travel agent which helps fund my Disney obsession, but also provides me some adult interaction!

3 boys... Your husband is very much a hero...thank you to him and your a hero too holding down the home front.



My Disney Side: I grew up near Disneyland in SoCal and developed my Disney obsession early! However, it rose to a whole new level when I got to take my kids for the first time! We now live on the other coast and mostly visit WDW. My husband likes it better...and I'll use whatever I can to get back! Favorites include:
Ride: Big Thunder Mountain (my 1st roller coaster and still my fav!)
Parade: Main St. Electrical Parade (I grew up with this at DL)
Treat: Churros or Dole Whip
DOLE WHIPS...you will fit in great!!!
Table Service Restaurant: California Grill
Quick Service Restaurant: Tangerine Cafe
Cupcake: Butterfinger at Starring Roles
Princess: Ariel
Moment: Jasmine having my then 13 year old son sing "A Whole New World" to her at CRT

What a great memory!

My Running Side: This will be the shortest section! In all honesty, I hate running. You will find that most of us here feel the same way...love WDW and will use the excuse of running to get back I think it should be reserved for when a zombie is chasing you...and then I hope I have a weapon to defend myself! However, it's my goal to run a race at Disney and to be a fit, active parent (and regain the confidence I had before I got so heavy) so what better motivation than Disney! Great motivation...and I so understand where you are coming from!!! The WDW marathon weekend I am running the 5K with DH and a friend and I are planning on doing PHM weekend's 5K and 10K together. I'm hoping to do a local race or two in the fall prior to these Disney races to test the waters.​

Is the whole family coming for PHM or just you and your friend? ​

 

[momabaarjo]

Well since Gretchen brought up the whole running from Zombie thing...guess what I am going to run from them on July 18th. I found my next 5K...

The Electric Zombie Run!!!!​

No, I am not a fan of the Walking Dead or really anything to do with Zombies at all! But since Ab and I will be in Austin on the 19th and I don't want to drive all the way home (9 hours) after her last college visit...I thought why not look for a race on Saturday to run. Well its not Saturday but Friday night and on the route home. So we are going to stop and spend the night in Waco (home of Baylor) and I am going to get a run in! And judging by the pictures it is the kind of race I love...blending into a large crowd!

 

[debrapagliasotti]

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Love that!! The hidden Mickey's in there are adorable! Great find Betsy!

And once in a blue moon:
- Maelstrom while tipsy (The trees have faces... far out maaaaan!)

Those trees are FREAKY!!

Did anyone walk the 5K last year and do you know if stictly enforced the pace time? I think we could easily maintain a 18-19 mm pace but just not sure if we could acheive the 16 mm pace as a group . . .

Any advise or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!! TIA!!

You will be fine. I think they changed the age for the 5K to 5yrs old for this next year (saw someone post that in a FB group this week), but they really don't enforce the 16min/mi pace. You probably wont be able to wait for lots of character lines (those can get long), but I wouldn't worry too much.

Amy (shocky5)

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I will be training with the Galloway program and I'm definitely in it for the finish and friends! It's not about time for me... it's not about the vanity... it's about the friendships, cupcakes, and celebration of each other.

Glad to "see" you here Amy! This will be so much fun! Disney races are not the time to try & PR (although some people do), but to me it is about having fun!!

So I have been looking up Disney Trios...

http://disney.wikia.com/wiki/Category:Character_trios

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Um...no to the Bimbettes! Soooo not me!

Now I have 2 tweedles...Amy and Debra. I have been so amazed this week PMing with Debra on FB how much we are alike...and Amy will be the perfect compliment for both of us!

Debra and I talked about the 3 fairies back a few months ago as maybe a 5K costume. But I think Amy is only doing PHM...and I have my costume for that one picked out...but maybe I could do that for the 10K. ???? Have to talk now with the 2 of them and see if they want to go matching...

I am honored you think of me as a Tweedle!! I would be up for a trio costume if you & Amy want to do that for the half. I haven't really settled on a costume for any of the races, I have ideas, but they constantly change. As long as it is something cool (it was crazy humid this year)!

Black Forest Cupcake​

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This one I will have to pass on also. Too much chocolate, although the cherry filling sounds interesting.

Gretchen (lovingeire)

My favorite princess and I. (Horrible picture at the 24 hour in 2013 where I was sick, hot and pregnant! But it's motivating!)​

Great intro! You will love Run Disney!!

Will you have a spreadsheet with all the cupcakes so we can keep track? I'm thinking I'm up to about 12 or 13 cupcakes at this point and we're doing this over a period of an hour or so???

I guess we are spread out over a few days with these cupcakes. The cupcake crawl on Sunday are the monorail & BW area cupcakes. Geesh, that could still be a lot of cupcakes at this point! They might have to roll us out of these places by Sunday evening.

 

[STILLWISHING]

Yay!! Zombie Run! Ours is in October-- my next race is a ladies 5k, then Diva Dash then Annapolis 10 miler on August!

We are at the beach this weekend for sand soccer!! Yay!! Very funny trying to get boys to assemble a kite while I chill )

I like Black Forest cake as long as there is Lirsch in it

Have a great weekend all - I have to keep up!

 

[debrapagliasotti]

Well since Gretchen brought up the whole running from Zombie thing...guess what I am going to run from them on July 18th. I found my next 5K...

The Electric Zombie Run!!!!​

No, I am not a fan of the Walking Dead or really anything to do with Zombies at all! But since Ab and I will be in Austin on the 19th and I don't want to drive all the way home (9 hours) after her last college visit...I thought why not look for a race on Saturday to run. Well its not Saturday but Friday night and on the route home. So we are going to stop and spend the night in Waco (home of Baylor) and I am going to get a run in! And judging by the pictures it is the kind of race I love...blending into a large crowd!

I looked at the one in Dallas to run with Hunter (I am trying to convince him that he needs to take up a liking to running...then I told him about the SW race at DL). He decided he didn't want to do the Electric Zombie Run this year, but I am determined to get him to want to do the SW race one day.

Curious to hear what you think about this one.

 

[lovingeire]

Is the whole family coming for PHM or just you and your friend?

It is a girls trip for my friend and I. I am already having an anxiety attack about pulling the oldest out of his first year of high school for marathon weekend! Looking forward to catching up with an old friend as the military has moved us around. It also allows me to do thinks like cupcake crawls or margarita sampling I might not get to do with the little kids.

Well since Gretchen brought up the whole running from Zombie thing...guess what I am going to run from them on July 18th. I found my next 5K...

The Electric Zombie Run!!!!​

You are so brave! I actually am a huge scaredy cat and don't think I could handle a zombie run! I have to leave the room during the Walking Dead when DH watches it!

 

[acwinsett]

Cupcake Friday (As if just being Friday was not sweet enough) Black Forest Cupcake Contemporary - Contempo Cafe We have explored the cupcakes of MK, GF, and POLY…time to ride that monorail loop over to the Contemporary Resort for another treasure trove of cupcakes to share and drool over until we can have the real thing… Black Forest Cupcake http://s127.photobucket.com/user/mo...GSC/black-forest-cupcake_zps050804a4.jpg.html The Black Forest Cupcake is a basic chocolate cupcake topped with swirls of vanilla buttercream frosting topped with a chocolate covered cherry. I am a not a huge fan of mounds of buttercream frosting...in fact a lot of times I just scrap off the frosting! But what I have read it has the same consistency as whipped cream and might be a tad too thin for those who love the thick, heavier lard frosting. http://s127.photobucket.com/user/mo...st-cupcake-cross-section_zps7fbbebd1.jpg.html But we haven’t even gotten to the best part yet… . It’s called a Black Forest Cupcake because it’s stuffed with CHERRY PIE FILLING and I love canned cherry pie filling, you know the bright red, thick stuff. YUM-O My thoughts...while I like the sound of this cupcake, well it is just too basic for me. When I think Disney cupcake I think over the top flavors. This one just doesn't do it for me enough. Your thoughts????

I happen to like lard frosting, but I would not turn my nose up at this cupcake

 

[Alysa]

Anyone know if Anna and Elsa will be at any of these events?

 

[MaMa3Princess]

Cupcake Friday
(As if just being Friday was not sweet enough)

Black Forest Cupcake
Contemporary - Contempo Cafe

We have explored the cupcakes of MK, GF, and POLY…time to ride that monorail loop over to the Contemporary Resort for another treasure trove of cupcakes to share and drool over until we can have the real thing…​

Black Forest Cupcake​

​

The Black Forest Cupcake is a basic chocolate cupcake topped with swirls of vanilla buttercream frosting topped with a chocolate covered cherry. I am a not a huge fan of mounds of buttercream frosting...in fact a lot of times I just scrap off the frosting! But what I have read it has the same consistency as whipped cream and might be a tad too thin for those who love the thick, heavier lard frosting.

​

But we haven’t even gotten to the best part yet… . It’s called a Black Forest Cupcake because it’s stuffed with CHERRY PIE FILLING and I love canned cherry pie filling, you know the bright red, thick stuff. YUM-O

My thoughts...while I like the sound of this cupcake, well it is just too basic for me. When I think Disney cupcake I think over the top flavors. This one just doesn't do it for me enough.

Your thoughts????

I hate to pass on a chocolate cupcake but the cherry filling is a no go! It looks pretty enough though.

I have put off my long runs long enough I am 2 weeks away from the Peachtree Road race so my clock is set for my early morning run. Its so hot here it has to get done early!!

$300 for the GSC yeah um now to explain that to my hubby. So long to the old days where I had to reason for $120 but at least we got discount tickets....

 

[ARmom30]

Missing Cupcakes...

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It seems we are missing a few cupcakes lately...Gina, JennyLou, Donna, Buffy, Samantha, Brandy, Sandi...

Hoping you just traded in your running shoes for flip flops this summer so far and are out enjoying yourself! Just want to let you know you are missed!

It's good to be missed! I have been running around like a crazy person trying to keep my 8 year old at all of his baseball functions. He is playing in his 3rd tournament this weekend and then we will be done. Vacation starts July 5th!

I'm glad you've been able to complete some runs pain free! I hope it continues!