The Side effects of the AP-Trip#6 Oct 10 Final thoughts and some TMI

[MagicShell]

The lioness pictures are great. I knew Memom would not like seeing Chip and Dale in a bubble.

 

[Poolrat]

The lioness pictures are great. I knew Memom would not like seeing Chip and Dale in a bubble.

I was happy when she was out in the relative open area. Even if she was asleep.



Chip and Dale in the bubble scares MeMom

I would say they are playing and having fun, she says they are screaming to get out.

 

[MeMom]

Chip and Dale in the bubble scares MeMom

I would say they are playing and having fun, she says they are screaming to get out.

It's so obvious.

The thought of Brooklynn in the bubble on water last weekend made me unable to breathe well for a while.

 

[Poolrat]

It's so obvious.

The thought of Brooklynn in the bubble on water last weekend made me unable to breathe well for a while.

I think you were better off seeing pictures rather than seeing that in person.

 

[Poolrat]

We just left AK, past the sleeping guy and past Eeyore at the tree. We board a bus but to where?




Here is the garland.

No guesses???


Here is the sign.

And a garbage can of course.

This does not do it justice. I had some really hungry friends so food was a priority.

Down the stairs, restroom break.

Out by the pool

To Mara.
We had a nice late lunch and of course zebra domes.

It is getting dark and it is 5:20pm. We catch a bus back to AK and then to CSR.
A couple of night shots.

A short break to get heavier clothes on and I pack a backpack. In my pack are a couple of large beach towels because I am not counting on us being able to get chairs. I also chilled a bottle of champagne. I carefully wrapped it in the center of my backpack. We took our mugs and set off to get to the Poly.

Our route – Being that MK was closed earlier I though going to EPCOT and then the monorail would be a better choice.
Epcot bus came along and we arrived without incident. We approach the monorail.
We are stopped by bag check. Uh oh am I busted?????

 

[Flossbolna]

I have stayed at AKL quite a few times and never noticed these tiles in the bathroom!

I was thinking the other day how good you are at catching details and also how much you notice other people's behavious/clothes. And I was wondering whether this has something to do with your profession? I guess as a lifeguard you really are trained to notice things that are not normal as early as possible? Well, it definitely makes your TR very enjoyable!

 

[Flossbolna]

I have stayed at AKL quite a few times and never noticed these tiles in the bathroom!

I was thinking the other day how good you are at catching details and also how much you notice other people's behavious/clothes. And I was wondering whether this has something to do with your profession? I guess as a lifeguard you really are trained to notice things that are not normal as early as possible? Well, it definitely makes your TR very enjoyable!

 

[glennbo123]

What did A and B think of Animal Kingdom Lodge? Were they suitably impressed?

Uh oh....bag check at the monorail?

 

[brookelizabeth]

Ah yes, that annoying bag check PRE-the monorail boarding at Epcot. I wish it wasn't set up that way - it makes using Epcot as a transfer hop a tad annoying, especially during this particular day with those crowds!!

Great picture of the lioness! I don't think I have ever seen her, and I've only ever seen the lion sleeping-just barely the top of his head. We didn't ride the safari last trip, so I'm really looking forward it!

 

[SoonerGirl]

Ahhhh, I can't wait to stay at AKL in June, even if it is just for a couple of nights

Yikes, hope you make it through bag check!

 

[Poolrat]

I have stayed at AKL quite a few times and never noticed these tiles in the bathroom!

Now I look in every Disney bathroom for the tile. Something to check out for the next trip.

I was thinking the other day how good you are at catching details and also how much you notice other people's behavious/clothes. And I was wondering whether this has something to do with your profession? I guess as a lifeguard you really are trained to notice things that are not normal as early as possible? Well, it definitely makes your TR very enjoyable!

At Disney I make it point to see the details, Until the last few trips and until I read others TR's I missed many details too. Now that I know where I am going and I am not chasing small children any more I can look around at those details.

I like to think that I do observe people's behavior more so because I watch and train people to watch people for a living.

I think when at Disney we all see the unusual- just some of us take pictures of it.

 

[Poolrat]

What did A and B think of Animal Kingdom Lodge? Were they suitably impressed?

Uh oh....bag check at the monorail?

A and B did like AKL. Unfortunately at that time they were also very hungry so I am afraid we did not take the time to ohhh and ahhhh over the lobby. We made a beeline to Mara with a pitstop along the way.

Another visit with a slower pace is definitely needed.



I so was not thinking about the bag check being before the monorail.

 

[Poolrat]

Ah yes, that annoying bag check PRE-the monorail boarding at Epcot. I wish it wasn't set up that way - it makes using Epcot as a transfer hop a tad annoying, especially during this particular day with those crowds!!

I was not even thinking about it when I packed my special package and made the decision to get to the Poly via EPCOT and the monorail.
I was just thinking the MK was really going to be a zoo so I wanted to avoid that.

Great picture of the lioness! I don't think I have ever seen her, and I've only ever seen the lion sleeping-just barely the top of his head. We didn't ride the safari last trip, so I'm really looking forward it!

I was glad she was out on a lower part of the rock and visible. The girls had no idea how special it was seeing her so visible.

 

[Poolrat]

Ahhhh, I can't wait to stay at AKL in June, even if it is just for a couple of nights

Yikes, hope you make it through bag check!

Yes staying at AKL is on my list too.

Bag check was an interesting experience.

 

[KatMark]

Pat, great AK updates. I love the series of hippo pictures. And your photopass photos are great.

You got some really pretty pictures of my favorite resort at night, and my "first ime resort, AKL.

I hope you didn't get "busted." Can't wait to hear all about it.

 

[Poolrat]

Pat, great AK updates. I love the series of hippo pictures. And your photopass photos are great.

You got some really pretty pictures of my favorite resort at night, and my "first ime resort, AKL.

I hope you didn't get "busted." Can't wait to hear all about it.

Thanks for the kind words. The hippo getting out was a sight in person.


I was not expecting that bag check, even though I know it is there, I was not thinking about it being BEFORE the monorail.

 

[MeMom]

Anxious to hear if you now have a Disney criminal record for your contraband.

 

[BrooklynnsMommy]

You and MeMom are going to be Disney jail cellmates!

 

[Poolrat]

Anxious to hear if you now have a Disney criminal record for your contraband.

You and MeMom are going to be Disney jail cellmates!

Actually if I had to share a Disney jail cell with anyone, I would be happy sharing it with MeMom.


Well then, let's get moving...

 

[All7OfUs]

YOU, kind lady, are buuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuusted!!!

I absolutely am on pins and needles for your next update- HURRY UP!!! (cept, I'll probably miss it since my company is arriving for dinner in about 5 minutes!)