Turn Around and See What Happens -- It's Whoopi Time and that's a wrap 3/31; F&G add

[teekathepony]

Love the pics from Rafikis, it's been quite a while since I've been up there!
The jungle parade is so cool, I always enjoy it. Those floats are so colourful!

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[Chicago Mo]

Another MUST DO!! the parade! we haven't seen it yet!! Rafiki planet and the parade! you SOLD me!!!

Love the picture with Mark and the Elephant! So cute!!!

holy cow that toad/frog is HUGE!!! it was real?!?!

 

[KatMark]

I'll come back with responses later (Mark and I are busy making reservations for our March trip, etc., in between all of our office work).

My brother is better. He's not out of the woods yet, but the foot is about 70% better and as of now no amputation. They have taken the port out of his arm and he will take an oral antibiotic every day which hopefully will NOT make him as ill as he has been on the one in the port. He has been cleared to go back to work on Monday which is a blessing for him mentally and us financially as we've been supporting him and my Mom for the last eight weeks and it has become a strain on us.

Thanks for all of the prayers.

 

[jedijill]

I'll come back with responses later (Mark and I are busy making reservations for our March trip, etc., in between all of our office work).

My brother is better. He's not out of the woods yet, but the foot is about 70% better and as of now no amputation. They have taken the port out of his arm and he will take an oral antibiotic every day which hopefully will NOT make him as ill as he has been on the one in the port. He has been cleared to go back to work on Monday which is a blessing for him mentally and us financially as we've been supporting him and my Mom for the last eight weeks and it has become a strain on us.

Thanks for all of the prayers.

Fantastic news Kathy!

Jill in CO

 

[JulieODC]

So many fun updates!!

We've never actually seen the AK parade --- your photos are great!

 

[emmysmommy]

I had no idea what the Rafiki Planet watch thing is... that's the first time I've read about it. Obviously Africa gets ignored in our AK adventures. Oops!

The Jingle Jungle Parade was fun! (Again, a first for us last month.) I love Chip & Dale so they were a lot of fun.

I'm so glad to the good news for your brother's foot. I hope he continues to heal well.

 

[mickeystoontown]

I'll come back with responses later (Mark and I are busy making reservations for our March trip, etc., in between all of our office work).

My brother is better. He's not out of the woods yet, but the foot is about 70% better and as of now no amputation. They have taken the port out of his arm and he will take an oral antibiotic every day which hopefully will NOT make him as ill as he has been on the one in the port. He has been cleared to go back to work on Monday which is a blessing for him mentally and us financially as we've been supporting him and my Mom for the last eight weeks and it has become a strain on us.

Thanks for all of the prayers.

Sounds like your brother is on the mend! Not going to stop praying though 'cause he still has 30% more to go before being well AND he needs prayer that the meds won't make him so sick.

 

[tinacaplan]

Happy to hear your brother's feeling better.

 

[dizneeat]

Great news on your brother, Kathy!

 

[PrncessA]

I am glad your brother is doing better, still sending prayers your way.

When we went to AK in 2009 it had to be the hottest day of the year and we were like human baked potatoes, it wasn't a pretty sight. Needless to say our first impressions on Animal Kingdom left us not wanting to ever go back. Your pictures give a whole new perspective on the park. We are trying it again in Aug. but we are only planning one day.

Looks like a fun parade!!

 

[natebenma]

I love seeing the tigers. I'm glad they, or it, was out and awake for you.

My, what big meets you have! Looked like you had a really nice time together.

It was kind of hard to tell how Avery felt about Dinosaur, but her love of EE came through loud and clear!

Sorry you had a rough time on PW. I can't believe I do ok on it. Astro Orbitor- nuh-uh. Tea Cups- no way! But so far PW has been ok.

That photopass spot may be my favorite in all of the parks.

 

[natebenma]

I'll come back with responses later (Mark and I are busy making reservations for our March trip, etc., in between all of our office work).

My brother is better. He's not out of the woods yet, but the foot is about 70% better and as of now no amputation. They have taken the port out of his arm and he will take an oral antibiotic every day which hopefully will NOT make him as ill as he has been on the one in the port. He has been cleared to go back to work on Monday which is a blessing for him mentally and us financially as we've been supporting him and my Mom for the last eight weeks and it has become a strain on us.

Thanks for all of the prayers.

So glad to hear this! Thanks for keeping us posted about how he is doing.

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Hope Mark had a great birthday!!!


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We have never been to Rafikis. The boys first trip to AK was when they were 6 and 3 and they would have liked it but we only had a few hours at AK on that trip.

Their next trip wasn't for another 4 years and I don't even think I knew about this until fairly recently. The petting zoo must be great, but I get to do some of that at work. Part of my job at the historic farm where I work is hand-feeding the animals when we have school groups. I can't complain about getting paid to feed the goats, sheep, donkey, horse, pigs and chickens and my boys get to help when they come to work with me.

The frogs and toads are awesome!

Thankfully I don't mind creepy crawlies because I was blessed with boys.

Cute pictures of the Jungle Jingle Parade.


You got photobombed by Tigger!

 

[MEK]

I haven't been to Rafiki's planet since 2006. Should I go again? It does look cool - at least that giant toad does.

I love the AK parade, especially the Christmas version. It's just so fun and festive. I enjoyed your pics.

 

[mommy2mrb]

Great news about your brother! Prayers he continues to improve!!

Thanks for letting us tag along to rafikis was fun having a bit more time with you all

 

[scottny]

The Kimono Dragon. I think I read it just died.
Rosie loves her poles.
LOL about PW. I just don’t like looking down and seeing the concrete.
Nice photopass pics.
We missed conservation station this trip.  Great pics there.
Ooh the parade. Yep missed that too.
Great update and pics

 

[englishrose47]

Yes Scott Rosie does love her Pole Dancing !!!

 

[Nermel9]

Rafiki's planet watch is cute, but we never go there, I don't know why! Maybe because the train ride is so long? It's cool seeing where the animals go at night!

Aww, the parade is so adorable, I love your pictures! I always say I'm going to see the parade and I never do, someday I hope!!

 

[Mndisneygirl]

Great DIS meet and pics from AK!
It's funny, we have a lovely lady that volunteers at our elementary school and her name is Rosie. Her theme is Read, Read Read! She comes in and reads to the younger grades every week. She looks an awful lot like Rosie!! I don't think Grandma Rosie from here is quite as energetic as our DIS friend!

I can't do spinny rides either. Did PW ONCE. and only once. Don't do teacups. Want to try EE and Star Tours, but a bit nervous. Maybe with dramamine?

Glad to hear your brother's doing better. Continued prayers and good wishes for you all.

Happy Belated b-day Mark - saw the FB pics of the office! How fun!

Glad you guys get to enjoy a couple days at WDW again soon! Lucky!

 

[Janet B]

I'll come back with responses later (Mark and I are busy making reservations for our March trip, etc., in between all of our office work).

My brother is better. He's not out of the woods yet, but the foot is about 70% better and as of now no amputation. They have taken the port out of his arm and he will take an oral antibiotic every day which hopefully will NOT make him as ill as he has been on the one in the port. He has been cleared to go back to work on Monday which is a blessing for him mentally and us financially as we've been supporting him and my Mom for the last eight weeks and it has become a strain on us.

Thanks for all of the prayers.

Kathy, so good to read the great news about your brother! Hoping the new drug regimen will not make him sick and he will be able to handle going back to work. Will continue to keep him in my prayers.

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Love all the pictures! The AK parade is a favorite of mine (as well as the whole park). And it was great seeing Rafiki's pictures as we haven't done this since 2006. Will try to squeeze this in next trip.

 

[MeMom]

As you know, we are big fans of Animal Kingdom, and we go to Rafiki's every trip - sometimes several times. We are fascinated by all of the animal information, check-ups and surgeries, and opportunities to see and touch the animals. Thanks for the pictures. I certainly enjoyed seeing the parade pretending to sit there with Cayley and Avery. Cayley looks like she has taken a growth spurt. She looks so tall!

Good to hear your brother's situation has shown some improvement.