"What's Your Problem?" Caught by loop and hook... (COMPLETED 4/20, post 426)

[carissanboys]

Lovely photos Don. I could feel myself relaxing just looking at them.

 

[thechesters420]

Great update and wonderful resort pictures too.

 

[DisneyDaddy-O]

Great update, my kids get that same stare after a long day at the parks and watching the tube.
I am also not to big on dinoland, it just seems completely misplaced and that whirl was a first and last time ride for us as well on our last trip.

My wife has been trying to convince me that a summer trip is in order,(not that it would take much convincing) but someone has to think straight....... right?

Scary thing, having two Disney freaks in one family! (two mini freaks as well)

Looking forward to your next installment!

 

[Emma's Dad]

Lovely photos Don. I could feel myself relaxing just looking at them.

Oh to be there right now............

Great update and wonderful resort pictures too.

Thanks. CSR is pretty photogenic

Great update, my kids get that same stare after a long day at the parks and watching the tube.
I am also not to big on dinoland, it just seems completely misplaced and that whirl was a first and last time ride for us as well on our last trip.

My wife has been trying to convince me that a summer trip is in order,(not that it would take much convincing) but someone has to think straight....... right?

Scary thing, having two Disney freaks in one family! (two mini freaks as well)

Looking forward to your next installment!

I feel your pain about the summer trip. I keep looking at Southwest's prices and it pains me to know that I could get round trip airfare for the 3 of us for about $400 right now... plus Free Dining promo... but I have no more vacation time. I'm feeling the need for a Disney fix.....

I'm proud of you for being the "voice of reason" during these difficult times

 

[MagicShell]

I have been gone for a while, just caught up. I could just imagine what it was like to be swinging in that hammock. And, I love palm trees.

 

[scottny]

another great update and pics.

AK is my favorite park for photography.

the swimming looked nice and even nicer was the lying in the hammock. so relaxing.

 

[Emma's Dad]

I have been gone for a while, just caught up. I could just imagine what it was like to be swinging in that hammock. And, I love palm trees.

Good to have you back! I've been mentally away for a while. I hope to have another installment ready for you soon!

another great update and pics.

AK is my favorite park for photography.

the swimming looked nice and even nicer was the lying in the hammock. so relaxing.

Thanks! I must agree... AK is good for taking pictures.

I'd love to be in one of those hammocks right about now....

 

[trennr]

Hey Don,

Just checking in...back from my trip to the CSR.

Was thinking about doing one myself...

...and have now started it...Link in my Signiture.

 

[trennr]

Hey Don!!!!

I'l be Posting Day 3: Part 3 on my TR about Monday.

You better get this show on the road!!!

 

[Emma's Dad]

All right... that's it. I'm writing day 4 now....

 

[Northern Disney Girl]

Great TR!!! Your daughter is beautiful! It sounds like you had a VERY relaxing trip! We are planning our second trip for January 2010 and are hoping to do something similar! Rest, rest, relax, relax! No running around like crazy fools this time! I am very much enjoying reading your Report, waiting for more!

 

[Emma's Dad]

Great TR!!! Your daughter is beautiful! It sounds like you had a VERY relaxing trip! We are planning our second trip for January 2010 and are hoping to do something similar! Rest, rest, relax, relax! No running around like crazy fools this time! I am very much enjoying reading your Report, waiting for more!

Thank you She is my little princess. I have to admit, this trip was completely different than the first trip we took the year before. Relaxing is much better for all parties involved I hope your trip will be as good as ours was.

No promises... but I'm trying to get another installment posted by tonight

 

[Emma's Dad]

Before I start this installment, I have to say that I have new respect for writers. How they are able to remain constantly focused and motivated to write all those words every day is beyond my thinking. Just trying to finish this little TR has proven to be above my writing skills... or should I say desire. This summer has focused my attention on more "funner" things in life like playing in an eight foot inflatable pool with DD or spending long days at Busch Gardens, Williamsburg. In any case, at this time I want to extend my most sincere apology to my fans who have been following this sporadic report and have waited over a month for a new update. I will make an extra special attempt to make this installment more entertaining

May 1, 2009

Finally! It's Magic Kingdom day! WOOHOO! I always look forward to the first day we get to visit MK during the trip. It's that magical feeling you get when you are dropped off at the bus stop and you start walking towards the entrance and see the train station looming overhead... or (if you are lucky enough) see a monorail train passing swiftly by... or watch a boat or two preparing for mooring... all while listening to the theme park music inviting you to join in on the fun. My poor family... they always try to keep up with my long legs (I'm 6'2" BTW), but I get so excited that I'm nearly dragging both of them to the gate!

The number one goal for this day is meeting the fairies at Pixie Hollow and getting some autographs. DD is soooo looking forward to meeting Silvermist! DW wants to meet Tinker Bell. Me... well, I'm favorable to Tink too, but don't tell DD I said that!

We are able to swiftly pass through the gate area and we start to head for the train station. We figured it would be the easiest and laziest way to get to Toon Town. BUT... before we even get one foot on the stairs to the station, DD announces she needs to use the restroom. No problem... there's some right over by City Hall. So as DD and DW come out of the restrooms, we are getting ready to point our noses in the direction of the train station again and out of the corner of our eyes we notice the doors opening to the CM area where the Main Street vehicles usually come out of. To our surprise, out comes Chip and Dale blowing bubbles!! Woohoo!! DD is super excited since Chip and Dale were at the top of her list (right below Silvermist of course). She was able to be the second person in line to get their autographs.



As you watch the following video of DD meeting Chip and Dale, you will notice they start playing with her little battery operated fan. They were too cute!



Oh... and then we were getting ready to leave, and thank goodness DW has a habit of checking the autographs... Chip forgot to finish his autograph!! He wrote "Ch"... I guess he got too distracted with the whole fan thing! DD thought that was totally hilarious and made Chip finish it. Dale was almost rolling on the ground with laughter at Chip's mistake. You would have thought Dale would have been the one to forget! HAHA! Here is the bunch all together and behaving now:



With our day starting off with some exciting Disney magic, we change our minds and figure we should go ahead and visit the Main Street Bakery for a little breakfast snack. Besides, we still have another snack credit left from the day before on the QSDP. Here are a few pics on the way across the street:

Fairy display on Main Street:


DD on Main Street:


And here is a picture of me and DD while we are waiting at Main Street Bakery. Some excellent photography going on here.....


I must say... they make some killer cherry turnovers here! And DD is still talking about meeting Chip and Dale With our bellies a little fuller, we finally make our way over and up to the train station just as the train was pulling into the station. Toon Town, here we come!

Day 4, Part 2: "I sure hope Sil is there!"

 

[dvczerfs]

hi don!! great update! i try to stay away from chip and dale, they seem to have fun w/ what little hair i have. love the bakery!!!

 

[Northern Disney Girl]

I'll keep reading if you keep writing!

 

[floydfamily4]

My DH took the kids out for some "daddy" fun and I used my "me" time to share in your vacation Thanks for sharing. I love that you got to meet Chip and Dale finally. Looking forward to your next installment!

 

[trennr]

 

[MagicShell]

Yay, an update! My husband like the cherry turnovers at the Main Street bakery as well. Chip and Dale are always so much fun, aren't they? I am wondering how long the line for the fairies is going to be for you. I have heard many tales of LONG lines. I am glad you are continuing to write and I am sure it is a lot of work.

 

[carissanboys]

Yay for meeting Chip and Dale! I love hearing about great character interactions.

 

[DisneyDaddy-O]

Thanks for the new installment, I will definately keep reading. My younger boy really loves Chip and Dale, so that is always a "must do". There is nothing better than when characters just "appear", especially if they are on your autograph list. You looked like you all were having a great time.

I can't wait to go back.