What Time is the 4 o'clock Rain? -- Updates 11/2-4 -- Tim's surprise and Marco&Recap

[dizneeat]

What a beautiful morning in the parks. I envy you, we never are up early enough to make it to the opening show.

Can't wait for more!

Oh, and btw - I had the same feeling about work today. Unfortunately the pupils needed some attention, but at least my weekend has already started.

 

[PhoenixStrength]

I finally got back to catch up. I won't comment on it all, just say that I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the TR and especially Mark's surprise!

 

[FauntleroyFAN07]

hmm a fireman instead of the mayor, wonder if he subs in when the mayor is out making rules for main street.

and did you find splitsville better for older kids? or would our little ones do good eating there and bowling?

 

[Tinker_Tam]

Ok, I know the secret... if I suggest it on Facebook, another installment of this awesome TR magically appears!! I'll have to keep that in mind! LOL

I didn't think they did the welcome show on days with EMH! I will have to keep that in mind!!! See, I am always learning new things from you!!! Thanks!!!

 

[tazdev3225]

I am all caught up. I was away visiting a DIS friend for a week. We met here on the boards and have become very good friends. No pics as I don't count it as a meet. She stayed with me last year and we have traveled to Disney together for the past 3 years.

Sorry about Cookie. I lost my Nikki on Aug 31st and I still go to sneak her treats. I had the chance to get another puppy this week but have no one to take her for 9 days while I go to Disney in December so I guess it isn't meant to be yet.

Good news about Mark and the job. I know it isn't ideal but some pay is better than no pay.

The anniversary dinner looked awesome. I understanding not wanting to sit near that family. We had an anniversary dinner at LTT a few years ago and had the most obnoxious family near us. They let their precious little snowflakes do whatever they wanted. I know it's more of a family restaurant but that doesn't mean you can't teach your children manners. I took my kids out of restaurants more than once til they learned proper behavior.

OKW looks like fun. I had that on my list of choices for December but got SSR. It's still Disney so I'm happy.

I have never taken a leisure day in Disney. I have tried but after 15 minutes I need to get moving again. I do unwind if the parks are closed though, does that count? I am hoping to explore DTD this trip though. I never seem to find the time.

I have never in all my Disney trips seen the opening show at MK. I may try this trip since my DH has decided he doesn't want his early Christmas gift. I was going to take him on the steam engine tour. Of course he told me he doesn't want to do it to late to get an ADR for CP. Oh well I'll just need to go again.

OK all caught up.

 

[goofy4prez]

To the Harley Davidson store:

Love this picture. If Hollywood ever does a sequel to Easy Rider I'm sure Mark would be even better than Peter Fonda was in the original... He has the look.

As for the Mickey Krispy; there was a day I could hammer that thing down without leaving a crumb for the birds... (you think I'm kidding, LOL)

 

[MEK]

Catching up after my marathon work week.

So cool that you got to meet Cynthia. Great picture of the two of you.

Fun evening in DTD. I always enjoy striking up a conversation with total strangers. It's a lot of fun. Glad you made some new friends.

Love the T-shirts you two were wearing. Very nice!

EMH and you still made it to the Opening show. Strong work!

What a sweet anniversary surprise.

 

[Tiggerrn2]

Wow!! You did have some rain that day.
LOVE Earl of Sandwich!!! Their BLT is my favorite! I wish there was one Downtown. Closest to us is in the Detroit airport. Don't see that happening too soon!

The photo of Mark with his napkin bib cracked me up. And all I could think of was "he's wearing a white shirt and eating chocolate--recipe for disaster around here"!

I was also very disappointed with the Disney outlets. We went to both of them on the girls' trip and I came away with zip! DD found a nice little backpack for use in the parks for $12, though.

So sad you are already down to your last full day. Good thing you have another trip coming soon to keep us all entertained further.

 

[KatMark]

I just wanted to share with you all what one of our fellow lovely DISers sent to Mark and I to help cheer us up after losing Cookie:

From Brenda (emmysmommy) and her husband:



There were many more packages and different flavors in the box.

Thank you, my dear friend, that was very sweet of you and your Packer loving husband. xoxoxo

 

[WDWaddictt]

I love your TShirts!!

Sounds like you had a great time in DTD in spite of the rain.

 

[nowellsl]

We usually head over to the Premium Outlets at least once on our trips. Character Outlets are pretty much hit or miss! I was at the one in St. Augustine a couple of weeks ago and walked out without buying a thing, which is pretty much unheard of

Looks like you guys had a lot of fun at Downtown Disney, even with the rain! I'm pretty sure we had to buy ponchos last time we were there. You'd think living in FL I would have been more prepared

 

[emmysmommy]

I missed updates 2, 3, and 4! Oh my, I can relate to not feeling like paying attention to the pile of stuff on my desk and Dis'ing instead. But lucky us!

The rain worked out well at the bar at RR - sounds like a fabulous time. Laughs, drinks, and staying dry. Of course I laugh more when I drink. Speaking of drinking - nice pina colada there at the resort! One of my favorites.

Looks like Mark has selected his Christmas present at the Harley store. Not the bike, a hat!! Michael would love a Harley. Oh dear!

An orderly stroll down Main Street at rope drop?? I never see that. I see the running of the bulls occurring.

Ignore Michael's Packer references on FB! He's like 5 right now.

Enjoy.

 

[DMGeurts]

Loved all of your updates yesterday Kathy... No Dising for me - I was too busy at the MOA with the girls...

We love DTD too!!! It's so much fun - unfortunately - your DTD day looks a LOT like our DTD day... Sigh... We also had to enjoy Ghiradelli in the rain - however - Ghiradelli in the rain is much better than no Ghiradelli at all.

How fun to have a great time with perfect strangers - that's what I love most about Disney - Magic seems to happen at the oddest times. Glad you enjoyed yourselves though.

We have never once done EMH - mostly because we never ever do park hoppers... I might splurge on our next trip though - I think, the way the girls and I tour - we'd really benefit from taking advantage of EMHs - and since we almost always take a mid-day break... Well, I might just do that.

I hope you were able to get lots done...

And what a wonderful and heartfelt gift from Brenda and family.

I hope you have a great weekend!

D~

 

[jenseib]

Don't you just love it when you meet strangers like that and they make the time so memorable.

 

[Queenofallthings]

Loved "walking around DTD with you"...great pics! Isn't that bailey's shake to die for! Always fun to share a table with new friends when you're in the world...and you definitely know how to turn a rainy day into a sunshiny day!!!

 

[mommy2mrb]

updates galore you are on a roll my friend!

sorry you didn't find anything at the outlets, they just opened up one at our's, haven't checked it out yet though!

despite the rain looks like you had a fun time at DTD and made some new friends too! EoS is our FAVORITE place to eat at DTD

sweet surprise from Tim, Mel and the kids! and yumminess from Brenda and her DH

 

[micandminforever]

I am really enjoying your report. I just wanred you to know I was reading even if not posting.

 

[WDisneyMom]

Great updates!

Yay for DISmeets! We must do dinner soon.

Love the bat idea for Andy! Awesome!!

I need one of those Bailey shakes. Yum!

Love all of your pictures, what a great trip.

Hope your weekend is going great.

 

[eandesmom]

Is anyone else shocked they didn't meet at Starbucks?

Glad you guys had a chance to meet... good job getting the pic!

Well I did tell Kathy I'd thought of her when I went to get my 2nd cup of the day

Generally by lunch I am done...Can't speak for Kathy! But if you stop by my thread you'll see the lovely, thoughtful coffee related gift she gave me. I adore it!

Great meet! Glad you two were able to get together.

It was so lovely! As is Kathy

Awesome Dis meet! Two gorgeous ladies.

Jill in CO

It was awesome, going back to work, not so much.

Yay for a lovely DISmeet!

Yay is right!

What a lovely relaxing morning at OKW
Lovely that you got to do a DIS meet today as well

it was a lovely meet!

yay for a Dismeet!!! And we WILL have to meet this year-maybe at a Museum of Science and Industry Disney Archives day!

Loved the photos of your pool area. That looks like such an awesome spot to spend the afternoon relaxing. And the pool is soooooo wide open and uncrowded! Have you tried the slide?

What's for dinner next?

Is that the same as the D23 exhibit? I was lucky enough to see it on Thursday night, my work event had the whole museum for the evening. VERY fun! It was like a mini Disney Family Museum + OMD + Animators Academy and then toss in some very cool actual costumes from some of the movies.

I was so surprised when I saw the Archives exhibit in the upcoming events for MSI! We last went to the museum last year, but I hope we can make it to see such a magical exhibit!

Not sure if that is the same as teh D23 one that I saw on Thursday but if so, it is fabulous!!

speaking of looking awesome; you look just that in your Dis meet picture. You also have a heart to match. Mark has good taste.

Yes, yes she does!

I loved your Dismeet photo on FB and I love it here! That's so awesome that you guys were able to get together! Bummer that the boss actually expected you back in the office after lunch.

Both of us actually, what is up with that?

I'm guessing they have a nice IPA there!

I am guessing they do, not that we tried any

Nice meet up Ladies! You both look great - too bad you had to get back to work so soon!

Working is a real pain in the you know what sometimes!

Glad you and Cynthia got to meet. It's always fun to see Disney friends getting together in real life. That fireplace looks nice and cozy.

It was a fun spot for lunch and seriously yummy food on top of amazing company!

I'm a sucker for a good IPA. Been drinking strickly IPAs for a few months- I think I ruined my palate. All other beer doesn't taste 'right' to me anymore.

Hop Heads rule!

Great DisMeet! So exciting you were able to meet up for lunch not far from where you work!

It was!

Great DISmeet photo of the two of you! I had the pleasure meeting up with Cynthia last October at WDW and then just in August in Seattle. She's great fun!!

As are you and your lovely family!

 

[Luvchefmic]

Kathy & Mark I too enjoyed walking with you at DTD LOVE the Harley picture with Mark What a sweet Mickey 30th anniversary gift from your friends discovered in your room Don't think I said it before but congratulations to your DS for the coaching job awesome gift you two got him to celebrate it You know since you left we have not had much rain at all