Turns out being a senior about to graduate college is a LOT busier than I anticipated.
Unfortunately the frozen Coke machine was broken so I moseyed my way to Dinoland.
Mom: Ky, Emily and I went to meet Safari Minnie and Mickey. I loved Minnie’s shoes, still fashionable even on safari.
I was actually praying to get soaked because it would cool me off a bit. We got pleasantly splashed so I enjoyed it overall.
I walked right into the Grand Floridian and the band was playing “A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes.” It made me SO happy since that song was kind of following me around this trip! It sounded beautiful and I was so happy to hear it.
Now, I can’t say I’m the biggest fan of this restaurant. You can read all about that here.
She was absolutely awesome and totally made up for the service we had last time we were there.
The pot stickers and rice were REALLY good.
“This was all built by a mouse?!” I can tell she did not believe me. Someone’s got to get over to One Man’s Dream.
I think we make a nice couple. He's no Aladdin or Green Army Man, but he'll do.
If any of you do not know who Prince Caspian is, please let me know and I'll dig up the meet and greet pic.
She said, “I’m a party in a dress!”
She was not happy that she wasn’t wearing a crown in her picture in the autograph book, so she drew one on.
I said I wanted my own picture, and Drizella said, “I wouldn’t want a picture with my sister either!”
After that my mom went back up to the buffet and when she came back she was cracking up. The woman in front of us was telling her son that he had to have some turkey, and my mom explained that it was actually ham and not turkey on the buffet. The woman said, “Oh, right. Wrong bird.”
We browsed some gift shops before heading back to our room to pack. SAD FACE. CRYING EMOJI.
The accumulation of birthday swag and towel animals:
The CM who rang us up said that the other night a whole tour group came in 5 minutes before closing to order meals. So much respect for the CMs.
But all good things must come to an end, and so the Sweet And Sassy 16 Trip was over.
Stay tuned to see all the merchandise I bought (spoiler: I bought a LOT) and a wrap-up post!
That sounds like the perfect song to hear on your final night. I love the atmosphere in the GF lobby.I walked right into the Grand Floridian and the band was playing “A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes.” It made me SO happy since that song was kind of following me around this trip! It sounded beautiful and I was so happy to hear it.
We ate dinner there the one and only time we did the dining plan. I chose it because it was one of the most expensive 1 TS credit meals I could findI wasn't that thrilled with the dinner food the last couple times we went, especially considering I think it is the most expensive buffet we went to.
I believe there is also, you know, that upcoming move...
I haven't had a frozen coke yet. I tried once, but surprise surprise, the machine was broken then too.![]()
That may be the first Minnie shoe close up I've seen. Good call.
Indeed FotLK would absolutely be a fantastic final show.
That is excellent advice for sure. Better safe than sorry.
“A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes.” Love it, and how perfect for your upcoming ADR.
POMEGRANTE LEMONADE!!!!!! YESSSSSSSSS!!!!!!
EVERYONE'S got to get over to One Man's Dream.
I do know who Prince Caspian is, but dig up the picture anyway. I never did do that attraction. Nor the Jack Sparrow one. Oh well.
Aww that is an Anastasia that could never be called ugly. Love the Tremaines.
... And thus the origin of "When Pigs fly!"
WOW, you all got loaded up with Towel Animals!!!
AWWWWWW, It's Over.I guess I'd be more heartbroken if I didn't know there was an epic journey rig around the corner. Looking forward to what will be an awesome wrap up I'm sure.
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I'm following your CP Instagram and really looking forward to seeing all of the pictures!
I have to admit, when I saw Safari Mickey & Minnie, I didn't pay attention to Minnie's shoes ... they're super cute!
I did not know that there was a PP desk at GF ... that's actually a really good thing to know. And we always check at the end of the trip to make sure our pictures are all there (although lately we've been looking online from our phones every night just to see if they're all there).
I love all the 1900 Park Fare pics! I'm glad you had a better experience than last time.
Prince Caspian is certainly a unique Disney crush ...
So ... I don't eat ham ... but at least I know it's not from a bird. Really, people?
I love the pins you got, and I'm looking forward to seeing the souvenir haul. It sounds like it really was an awesome trip!
OK, Courtney, I just downloaded Instagram JUST BECAUSE I want to follow along on your DCP!! I have been saying I will never use Instagram when I can just put my pics on Facebook, but you have made me a liar. I hope you're happy
I LOOOOOVE Frozen Cokes at Disney. Pop used to have a Frozen coke machine that I would visit many times during our trips when suddenly it was almost always out of order and on our last trip, completely gone.Seriously, such sadness.
Can't believe the trip is over. Sigh. When do you move in for your DCP? I can't wait![]()
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Mmmm that 1900 Park Fare update is getting me excited!Only 15 more days!!!!
THANK GOD SOMEBODY ELSE NOTICED MINNIE'S SHOES AT HER AK M&G. SO PRESH.
I don't typically drink soda but that frozen Coke looks really good.
I'll admit that when you said you didn't like 1900PF I broke out into a little cold sweat. Then I read your story from the last TR and I can totally see why you wouldn't. BUT, it looks like you had a good time this trip! So all's well that ends well, right?
DUFFY'S LI'L PONCHO! My goodness. How is it possible that your Duffy is so much cuter than every other Duffy I've ever seen? Sigh...
Coming to the end of such a fan-tab-u-lous TR is always so sad. I really enjoyed reading this and I can't wait to read your closing remarks![]()
You grab him and I'll grab her and we'll both head off in different directions.
They'll never notice until it's too late!
Good luck with that!
Oh no, the end?But, it's totally cool to have a life and be busy. So no hard feelings.
Minnie's shoes are really fashionable, I agree.
I didn't even know they sold frozen coke in AK until this moment? I'll keep this in mind.
1900 Park Fare for dinner is something I'm interested in and I'm glad your experience this time made up for your not so stellar last time. Especially all the awesome character interaction.
You and Charming do make an awesome couple.
"Wrong bird."
Oh goodness, a whole tour group. Those poor CMs.
You and Duffy are cuties.
I can't believe it's over already. Thank you so much for sharing your trip, it was amazing. Of course, you're going to have an even more amazing time soon!
Okay, I don't know where they put this guy, but they need to bring him back!!!!
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Kylie loves her 1900 Park Fare. I think it is the strawberry soup. We are trying the breakfast next time, with Alice and Mary Poppins. I wasn't that thrilled with the dinner food the last couple times we went, especially considering I think it is the most expensive buffet we went to. The desserts were pretty good though, but the soft serve machine is gone. The last birthday cupcake of the tripThat lady's ham comment was pretty funny. Usually it's someone we know making a comment like that (Dad).
I just loved Minnie's safari shoes.
I can't believe this is the end of the Super Sassy Sweet 16 trip! We did a pretty good job!
I know. DD18 is doing the same.
Is the frozen Coke different from a Slurpee?
No one.... And I mean no one is more fashionable than Minnie!
That's the first time I've heard that one!
Usually it's "I hoped I wouldn't get soaked!"
I did. Bummer about blowing the cake surprise.
I could see how that would put a damper on any enthusiasm for going back.
mmmm.... love good pot stickers.
Good point!
Next time ask him to ditch that other woman and run off with you.
Love it!
That's funny! Sounds like she was a really great character meet.
Reminds me of when I was in DHS with the girls.
One of the Streetmosphere performers asked DD8 if she wanted DD12 to be in the picture.
DD8 said no, so the lady told DD12 "Get back!!".
It was hysterical.
(She also told DD8 to put DD12's socks in the freezer.)
OMG! That's hysterical!
And Rob already beat me to the punch line!
Aww... Poor Courtney.
Quite the haul! I only managed one towel animal at ASMu.
Ugh. I remember those days. You've got everything cleaned and packed up and...
Nope!
I hated when that happened.
You guys look so tiny!
Super cute picture of you.
Noooo!!!!!!
Looking forward to it.
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I'm so sad your TR is coming to an end, I've enjoyed reading along so much! Um, I don't do Instagram but.....maybe I'll have DS13 show me howso I can follow you......
I have wanted to do 1900PF dinner for awhile now but of course my DS's have no desire. In the past I've gotten them to do Akershus twice and meet multiple princesses with me. So for our Nov. trip I pretty much decided they'd have to suck it up again for mom and do another character meal, but I was a little hesitant. Always hear good things about the character interaction but so-so reviews of the food. Your review and pictures have made me decide to keep it on our list! The characters sound great and the food looks good, too. I'm glad you had a better experience this time around![]()
GAH!!! I just read all the updates and carefully "quoted" innumerable things on which to comment, and the DIS lost all of the quotations. So sorry for the lame reply.![]()
I loved the last updates, Courtney, and I really thank you for doing them given how busy I know you are and how soon you are entering upon an entirely new stage of your life. Nice follow-through there, my friend!![]()
I absolutely loved all the pics of the step-family and their hilarious comments. That was one of my least favorite restaurants too - not for the characters, but because the food was just NOT good. I doubt we will be back anytime soon, but I am so glad to hear that your experience was better this time.
We should definitely see the parade together! I know Willow would stop for it if she were watching with a super-cool DCP CM.And so would I!
And I'm pretty sure that she will be satisfied with getting you on ToT once with your hands in the air - you won't have to do it 13 times like I had to......
Of course, I'm thinking such a thing would not even be possible now, especially during the summer crowds. You should be safe.
You two look so cute in your cupcakes - thanks so much for being one of my first customers!![]()
I'm so sad the TR is over (although I can't wait to see the souvenirs!), but I am beyond excited for your next adventures, which are coming up so fast - I almost passed out when I saw your ticker!!!And we will be hanging out with you in just over 3 months!!!!!
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Vey sad this TR is ending. BUT I found you on Instagram and am gladly following along! So excited for you to join the DCP!! I don't know how the DCP works, but as a CM there is nothing more fun (to me at least) than ending your shift, quick change in the locker room, then maybe a dole whip and Wishes before heading home!! You're gonna love it so much!
Your pictures are so great! And thanks to your mom for the tip on checking out the MM photos before you head home. I'd be so bummed if we got home and lost a bunch of pictures.
Leaving is always so bitter sweet, well mostly bitter. Enjoy your last few weeks as a senior! Can't wait to see the souvenir haul (love all your pins btw), and read the recap.
So sad that your trip has come to and end, but how exciting on your next endeavor!! Congrats on being accepted into the DCP! You will definitely make a fabulous CM! I will be down there at WDW around the same time as you'll be arriving. May 31st - June7th. Maybe a quick meet?
I'll be following you along on Instagram(MSJLEE0413) and can't wait to hear about your adventures with the DCP!
I'm glad you had a better experience at 1900PF than last time with the caketastrophe. I love all of the character interactions! The Tremaines seem like they are always pretty fun to hang out with.
Boooooo for leaving to go home. But you will be living there in just a couple more months!!![]()
That sounds like the perfect song to hear on your final night. I love the atmosphere in the GF lobby.
We ate dinner there the one and only time we did the dining plan. I chose it because it was one of the most expensive 1 TS credit meals I could findand I wanted to experience the character interaction I had heard about. For some reason the Stepsisters and stepmother were not very good that night. I was really disappointed because I had heard how great they were.
So I just started reading your TR now! But I got to read all the chapters in order, like a novel! What an incredibly fun trip! Your family is awesome. Your mom is such a sweetheart! All those amazing surprises. I think my favorite part was your Aunt trying to use one of the "coupons" with one of the CMs.
I am so excited for you and your upcoming CP experience! They are really lucky to have you as you ooze out Disney joy (in a good kind of oozing way).
Today we were also discussing the possibility of me walking backward on a conveyor belt.
It's a super exciting time, but so busy! Congrats to your daughter!
Plus, Disney drinks > non-Disney drinks.
Leaving WDW: A Tragedy in Three Parts.
I know! But as you may have heard, I make a pretty big move in 27 days. So. You have that to look forward to.
My friend asked me to buy her this necklace, as she bought one a few years ago and it was starting to get worn down:
And at the time, I was dating a guy who was really into soccer. We broke up before I could give him this shirt, so I ended up sending it back, but in case any soccer fans are interested in Disney’s World Cup merchandise:
And for me, I got the Frozen shirt:
So what’s next? The DISNEY COLLEGE PROGRAM!!! I will be doing a TR, so keep an eye out for that coming this June,
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