Space Mountain: Clothing Optional - All done and true even if it is April Fool's

[Dizneydawn]

Yay an update! I'm starting to feel the same way about my TR. We leave in 12 days and I still have 2 days to finish

I am taped to a chair so taxes and this TR can get done today...taxes for sure - 2 reports here!

ok, I think I'm caught up.....it would be nice if everyone would suspend their tr's while I'm on vacation!

I can't wait to read your adventures! I leave in 2 weeks so I get it!!!

You're a very witty writer. Thanks for sharing your gift. )Thanks!!!! You have a beautiful family and are a smart woman to count life's blessings rather than disappointments.

It is actually cause I stink at Math. I could not count as high as needed for the dissapointments so I figured might as well stick with blessings!!!

I can not imagine living in a town that is called Ducktown. I wonder how they named their town???
Esp. if your last name is Mallard! Which a kid in college I knew did have!
Edited: Ducktown was named after a Cherokee leader named Chief Duck. (Now I want to know how he got his name....lol)

Thank you Anderson Cooper!

 

[princess_momma]

Dawn!! I have missed you so much!! I finally had a little time to get back on the computer and check back on all my Dis updates! I hope things are going well with you and the family! You have been in my thoughts often, even though I haven't been around! I can't wait for more!!

 

[Dizneydawn]

Capter Six: Geetin Ready to Wrassle a Croc!


We left WIGD and the famdamily to finish their sweet treats and walked towards the busses. We were hungry but planned on eating at CBR and trying the food there.

We got to the bus stop and it was PACKED.

Like "ladies of the night" waiting in line for their Big Poppa to hand out their 1090 EZ forms!

That packed!

We were minding our own business, my feet were really sore that night I remember and while in line, could not help but notice a family that was in the turnstile connecting to ours. I mean they were also going to CBR but enough behind us that they were in the next loop. We were side by side.

I watch people and am not afraid to admit that. I also hear very well. Years of practice having to be cooking upstairs and making sure nobody was killing each other downstairs. Dan and I were at a Target once and I ended up noticing that a young adult in the next lane was short some money for their purchase. I leaned over and handed the sales clerk the money to take care of the shortage and told the kid to do something nice for someone someday. That I hoped if my child was in that predicament, someone would do the same for me.

Dan asked me how I knew what was going on there while we were having a conversation ourselves and he thought I was paying attention to him.

The truth is I was but I swear I have ADD and my head can never focus on one thing. Always running to what else is going on around me.

(Side note - Treyner left for AZ last weekend to see his girlfriend. He was supposed to go the weekend before but got snowed in due to Atlanta and SC airports not flying 2 days in a row. He had a quiz he could not miss last Friday, took it and them flew to the airport. Got there too late to board and was in line trying to figure out what to do because they would not take a CC over the phone to pay the fee to fly out later. An older gentleman was behind Treyner, plopped down a $100 bill for the $50 fee and said, “I hope someone would do that for my child. Do something nice for someone in your life.” )

Anyway, this family by us was hard to miss. The mother looked like she was dating the Crocodile Hunter. She had an Australian outback looking leather hat on. Plus clothing for climbing rocks in the desert. There was an older girl and a boy who was about 2 1/2. The Dad looked more like he was ready for a park, nothing wakadoo.

So it is late. The 2 year old is crabby. He is not screaming. He is not throwing a massive tantrum. He is rubbing his eyes and he is tired. He is whining a bit but only because he wanted someone to pick him up. The whining was pitiful not annoying. I have been around plenty of annoying whining behavior and this was not it. More of a whimper tone.

So Shelia C. Biache who thinks she is from down under, picks the kid up and proceeds to whisper vengefully in his ear that if he does not stop whimpering he is going to go to the bathroom and get a spanking with her belt. She held his head to her mouth cradling his head in her hand like you would in a loving manner, but she had a vice grip on his little melon.

He is now tired, scared and proceeds to cry softly saying “no.” Gulps of air in, soft moan out saying no.

She, still holding his head to her mouth, pats him on the rump hard. Asking ,“are you done yet?”

Now I do not think she was beating her child. I am sure it stung a bit, her hand was cupped , but again, late at night and you are spanking your child in any manner for being tired? If he would have been throwing a full blown tirade and disrupting others - then I could see needing to change the behavior. This was totally an issue that she was tired and he was tired and she had power.

Looking at his little face as he was facing us - his cheek against her shoulder was more than I could take.

Treyner, standing right behind me, was watching the whole thing as well.

He had been carrying our back pack and slid it off his shoulder and handed it to Carsyn.

I was reeling by the 3rd swat of his hinny.

There is a ton of leeway in parenting. None of us parent the same but at some point I am going to snap. Swatting a child to get him to stop crying because he is tired is one thing that makes no sense.

The Dad finally intervenes because I think he is well aware his wife and I are going to do a throw down hoe down right here. I was not avoiding staring at her and my bouncer Treyner was now minus back pack to be free to move about the cabin.

Dad tells Mom to go cool off and take a walk. He takes the son in his arms and the whimpering lessons. Dad explains to son that he needs to stop all together or Mom will be back and does he want to go to the bathroom with her? Boy sobs, “No” and tries his best to lesson his cries.

Carsyn, Baylor and Dan are finally aware that this is going on and are looking at Treyner who is scanning the crowd for Aussie Asse to make her way back.

The first bus came at that point. I thought Sweet Jesus, maybe we can make it on it and avoid a knuckle sandwich.

There were 2 ECV’s that needed to get on. You know that means that you are going to wait a bit to load. That also means you will wait a bit longer to get on the next bus.

At this point, Sheila is back and the whole family is reunited. Dad is still holding Jr.

They are craning their necks to see what is going on. Why it is taking so long to get the bus loaded.


They notice the ECV’s and the fact one rider was obviously mentally handicapped.

At this point I thought the Dad might not need an asse whoopin.

I was wrong.

He proceeds to announce to everyone that the “retards” and fat people who pretend to be handicapped should ride separate transportation so they do not hold up the rest of the normal people.

I literally rolled my neck and felt every bone in it snap. I was ready to rumble.

Treyner held me back.

Literally.

Held me back.

He calmly, tells them they are rude and to watch their mouth.

He is bigger than the Dad and at first I think he looked at Treyner and thought of telling him to F off, then thought better of it and they just stood there and shut there mouths.

The bus started to load and guess what?

We did not get on.

Nope, we were two families too short and the line ended before we could get on.

The blessing in all of it?

Sheila and her husband Ignoramous were now not next to us.

We also knew we were going to get a chance to sit down for sure.

There was newlyweds in front of us and they were funny and nice. It gave me a chance to breathe and calm down.

Treyner told them about the other family and the new husband said he would help if there was a battle on the bus. He was about 5’8 and stocky. He looked like he had been in a few bar fights in his time. I contemplated how crazy this was to be seething at Disney.

The bus came, Sheila and Iggie ended up in the back of the bus and we got back to Port Royal with no one dying or getting a bloody nose. We never saw that family again.

We went into the food court and everybody ordered turkey. We were trying not to do pizza or burgers still.

The food was great. Really good for cafeteria style food.

Here are some pics of various trays!

We got the rest of our free drink mugs that we had not gotten earlier and used the drink credits for juice/milk for the morning.

We walked back to our room and the kids went to the hot tub again that night but only for about an hour.

We were tired and planned a MK not so early morning!

 

[Dizneydawn]

Dawn!! I have missed you so much!! I finally had a little time to get back on the computer and check back on all my Dis updates! I hope things are going well with you and the family! You have been in my thoughts often, even though I haven't been around! I can't wait for more!!

Hey stranger!!! Glad to see you back here!!

 

[Disneymoon09]

I'm really amazed you managed to not deck them. I know that I would have said something, anything that was on my mind by the time the "retard" comment was dropped. Totally uncalled for, and people who act like that should be ashamed, but clearly are not. I love that Treynor took off his backpack just in case. Again, what great kids you have

 

[tlenzendorf]

Wow I can't imagine treating my kids in private like that much less in public! Everyone gets a little testy when they're tired, but I've seen kids get punished much less for acting way worse. He's just a little boy for god's sake. Poor kid

 

[Normangirls]

God bless that poor little boy -- he is going to need it with parents like that.

Seriously, could you please tell me how to raise my kids to be like you?

I would like to think I would have said something, and in similar cases I gues I have in the past, but confrontation is hard.

And Treynor? Awesome, just awesome.

 

[Jennifer48]

All that comes to mind is what ignoramuses! Good for you for having the restraint not to deck anyone.

BTW, that side note regarding Treyner made my heart melt. Pay it forward!

 

[Dizneydawn]

I'm really amazed you managed to not deck them. I know that I would have said something, anything that was on my mind by the time the "retard" comment was dropped. Totally uncalled for, and people who act like that should be ashamed, but clearly are not. I love that Treynor took off his backpack just in case. Again, what great kids you have

My sister is a SW and works with the mentally handicapped and so it is a touchy subject for us. On top of the fact that if your day is so bad that waiting in line is the worst that can happen to you...count it a good day.

Wow I can't imagine treating my kids in private like that much less in public! Everyone gets a little testy when they're tired, but I've seen kids get punished much less for acting way worse. He's just a little boy for god's sake. Poor kid

I really was angry. In fact I just became a fan on Facebook of, "If i thought I could get away with punching you, I would." First thing ever I cared enough about to join! Maybe I need anger management!!

Seriously, could you please tell me how to raise my kids to be like you? I would want them not like me. It has taken me 38 years to get here. Too long being too passive and afraid of peoples reactions.

And Treynor? Awesome, just awesome.

Treyner is a fierce protector of what is right and hates more than anything gossip, busy bodies and bullies.

In 6th grade he got in his only fight in JR high or High School. An 8th grade girl who was overweight had tripped on the stairs and all her papers were sprawled on the landing. An 8th grade popular boy laughed at her and proceeded to purposefully step on her papers, shredding them as he twisted his feet.

Treyner was behind him, told him to stop - the kid told him to screw off and asked him if he was a fatty lover.

Treyner punched him as hard as he could in the stomach and the kid hurled over and was not so big and tough anymore.

The principal called me, told me what happend. I told him he could do what he needed to do there but that Treyner would be getting nothing from me for punishment.

I have always told him to stick up for those who can't stick up for themselves and that girl deserved to know that some people knew right from wrong and if words did not convince the 8th grader, I am glad Treyner knocked him one. That maybe this would show her guys can be decent and she will not have to settle on crappy treatment.

The principal just chuckled at me and Treyner got one day of detention - no suspension.

 

[Dizneydawn]

Good for you for having the restraint not to deck anyone.
I wanted to. I really did. I have never been in a bar fight, school fight etc...but I am a scrapper!
BTW, that side note regarding Treyner made my heart melt. Pay it forward!

Totally true!!

I was listening to the radio a few weeks ago and a host (talk radio) I adore was talking about how he paid it forward for 10 years.

He had been at MC'D's and told the cashier he would get the order behind him - turned out it was a runner for an office group - $80 later he felt broke but sure of his entrance to heaven if he got hit by a bus!

 

[DisneyJo]

It is amazing some of the behaviour you see at WDW, we almost witnessed a fight at the Epcot turnstiles because one guy was looking at the other funny The one picking the fight was a Brit and we were thinking wow great advertisment for our country

 

[momof3lovebugs]

It's shocking what actually comes out of people's mouths sometimes. "Better to be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt" sure applies here. I was actually breathing a sigh of relief that the dad had compassion for his son, then you had to go ruin the story!
We all go through tough days, and you never know what may have happened to them that day and what they are facing in their lives but you just don't take it out on the child.....
Seriously though, I have been there at the end of the day and tired and hungry and at a point not to want to deal with whining of any nature, fortunately I have a brain and do not take it out on my kids and secondly, have a husband who will notice when I get that look in my eye that says 'take over before I walk in front of a bus!' Parenting is not for wimps. Sheila and Buttkiss' son will grow up to be that 8th grader though, mark my words.

 

[Mndisneygirl]

Jeez! What is with people? I was just reading on Lady Lallie's report about some stupid rude people too.
I'll say part of what I said there. Some people are just stupid and garbage comes out of their mouths. They need to be called on it. Although, I like the idea of punching them if you could get away with it. That poor boy.

I totally love what Treyner did and said. He's quite a kid! It's not just a coincidence that someone did something nice for him too, you know. He deserves it and I am sure he will continue to pay it forward as well! Karma!

 

[MEK]

Holy Cow Dawn - I can just see that whole bus episode going down. Who the heck threatens their kid with a trip to the bathroom for an *** whooping? Especially while they are standing in a huge line of people????? How many times has that poor kid been drug in the bathroom? ugghhhhh - that brings tears to my eyes. Then the husband's comment, on top of everything else. You must have been standing there going, "No, He Didn't".

What a horribly memorable evening!

 

[Dizneydawn]

It is amazing some of the behaviour you see at WDW, we almost witnessed a fight at the Epcot turnstiles because one guy was looking at the other funny The one picking the fight was a Brit and we were thinking wow great advertisment for our country

Many times you can tell who the British are just based on tatto placement and longer shorts. I love your country. An areshole is an arsehole no matter where you are in the world.

It's shocking what actually comes out of people's mouths sometimes. "Better to be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt" sure applies here.Love that line!!! Seriously though, I have been there at the end of the day and tired and hungry and at a point not to want to deal with whining of any nature, fortunately I have a brain and do not take it out on my kids and secondly, have a husband who will notice when I get that look in my eye that says 'take over before I walk in front of a bus!' We all have days. I have had plenty. The kid might have been real whaloop of a kid 2 hours before and her leash was short but you need to get in check as a parent. And like everybody has said...if you are willing to be like that in public when most of us smile and twist the kids ear in a way he knows you mean business, what the heck is home life like? Parenting is not for wimps. Sheila and Buttkiss' son will grow up to be that 8th grader though, mark my words.

That is the sad part...why do the dumb people breed?

I totally love what Treyner did and said. He's quite a kid! It's not just a coincidence that someone did something nice for him too, you know. He deserves it and I am sure he will continue to pay it forward as well! Karma!

I believe that. Everything evens out for your actions. Good and Bad.

Those who pick and belittle will always get their due someday. There are a few adults I know who think it is awesome to act like 4th graders and gossip behind peoples backs and act nice to your face like they are better than everyone else. I was sick of that behavior in 4th grade for goodness sakes!

I hope my kids will always be the type of people to look out for others and know no matter what the title is after their name or how much money they have in the bank, that they do not have the right to hurt other people.

You must have been standing there going, "No, He Didn't".
With a finger snap and a head bob for good measure!!
What a horribly memorable evening!

Again, it is those 5 minute interactions that have you always feel blessed for the other 23 hours and 55 minutes of your day!

 

[MyTalula]

I just read your whole TR through today. I've laughed and cringed and loved every second of it!! I really enjoy feeling your pride in your kids through your words.

 

[Millie12591]

"WARNING! TESTING! TESTING! This is a test, this is only a test. This will not count as a grade but you will be advanced to the next life level for another test if you pass this one....If you do not pass this test then I would be happy for you take it over again. I'm a patient teacher, in fact ask my choosen people who walked the desert for 40 years whether or not I am a generous teacher and will give you as many do overs as it takes to finally pass the test."
Your given this test a lot when your out and about woman! I don't know girl...I don't know that I would pass this test as well as you did. The knee in the mans throat in Plato's closet might be blurring the lines, (NOT TO SAY I WOULDN'T HAVE DONE THE SAME or be tempted to) but you did good with this one!
Treyner did the right thing. Some times it takes walking softly with a big stick....if you happen to be the intimidating stick or he's your son.....Eh! All the better.

 

[NancyLuvsMickey]

Our first two trips to Disney were MAGICAL!!!

But our third trip, the first week of December, we were shocked at all the rude obnoxious people we either saw or had an encounter with...

My husband was run into two different times by people in scooters and neither one said sorry or excuse me...

DS1 was almost knocked out of DH's arms by some lady swinging her backpack around and she gave my husband a look like it was his fault DS got hit by her backpack and was crying!!!

What's wrong with these people... Where are their manners???

I'm blaming the rudness on all the free dining that was offered... These people crawled out from underneath their rocks to go to Disney just for the free food...

I told DH that never again are we going during free food... It's not worth dealing with all the rudness!!!

 

[Colt Blackwood]

You all of some catchy titles for your reports. I'm trying to pick just a few to read but there are so many good ones.

 

[njtinkmom]

Hey Dawn, I can totally relate to zeroing on other people. I admit it too I people watch and I have susshed my kids so I can get a better earful! Not pretty or proud but true!! I can not believe the restraint you have shown. I would have been carted away with her hiking vest clenched in my fist by the cops - no doubt! And as for him -what a jacka**. Poor kids having to grow up in that environment - God bless them I hope they figure out what idiots they have as parents instead of turning into them!! Thank God for Treynor having your back - I could see it now - Are you ready to rumble booming over the PA!! No Calypso music going home on the bus to CBR that night!