Where did this heat and all these people come from? The new PTR/TR link 5/7
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PrincessInOz
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Lovely pictures of DTD...brings back fond memories!
Sadly, I didn't make it to EoS in May or October so your food porn pictures made me realise how much I missed the food there.
Sadly, I didn't make it to EoS in May or October so your food porn pictures made me realise how much I missed the food there.
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Sounds like a lovely morning at DTD! This was a slow day for us too, and I remember Epcot being PACKED that night 
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You are lucky to have done DTD that morning...that evening it was crazy crowded. I just updated my TR with the exact same timeframe that you just posted about...how crazy is that? 
The morning of May 7. Better late than never, right??? 
Looks like you guys had a fun time shopping!
The morning of May 7. Better late than never, right??? Looks like you guys had a fun time shopping!
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I'm so excited some of you are still around 
Well, nothing is firm yet...but I'm working on Greg (who doesn't like the idea of me and the boys taking a week off school, he wouldn't be able to come probably because it's basketball season) I turn 40 the Wed after Thanksgiving and have said for several years that's how I want to celebrate! If it pans out, we will probably also do Sun-Sat staying at POP!!
Oh I'm so excited you may be there too!!!!
That was a beautiful day! I don't remember it being quite as hot but perhaps I just stayed inside a bit more
Earls was a great choice for some basic but ymmy fare 
It was nice to not rush on to the next destination. We just wandered and enjoyed the smaller crowds...and shopping of course
I really do need to see it! Like I said, I've rented it twice but it's sometimes hard for me to carve out some quiet time with the TV to myself
That was my first time there and I'm looking forward to the next
Now that you mention it, was this the day we saw each other on the bus? Me headed to Epcot and you coming back to CSR for an afternoon break? I remember it being packed that afternoon but don't really remember the evening being too bad
Glad I'm not the only one stretching out our May trips! Gonna have to go catch your update!
Wait! Are you kidding? Are you going to be there then???? Denny and I actually have a reservation for the week after Thanksgiving. Well - we have a reservation for one night - the Monday after T'giving on the premium package. We have tentative plans to fly down Sunday, stay at Pop for three nights (one night on the premium package, 2 nights room only) and then 3 nights DVC. That would be so fun if we were there the same week again. Denny said he would be ready to go again by then!
OK - back to read!
Well, nothing is firm yet...but I'm working on Greg (who doesn't like the idea of me and the boys taking a week off school, he wouldn't be able to come probably because it's basketball season) I turn 40 the Wed after Thanksgiving and have said for several years that's how I want to celebrate! If it pans out, we will probably also do Sun-Sat staying at POP!!
Oh I'm so excited you may be there too!!!!That was a beautiful day! I don't remember it being quite as hot but perhaps I just stayed inside a bit more
Earls was a great choice for some basic but ymmy fare It was nice to not rush on to the next destination. We just wandered and enjoyed the smaller crowds...and shopping of course
An update?!?!?
DTD shopping is always fun!
It is high time you sat down to watch Princess and the Frog.
It's good!
I really do need to see it! Like I said, I've rented it twice but it's sometimes hard for me to carve out some quiet time with the TV to myself
Lovely pictures of DTD...brings back fond memories!
Sadly, I didn't make it to EoS in May or October so your food porn pictures made me realise how much I missed the food there.
That was my first time there and I'm looking forward to the next
Sounds like a lovely morning at DTD! This was a slow day for us too, and I remember Epcot being PACKED that night
Now that you mention it, was this the day we saw each other on the bus? Me headed to Epcot and you coming back to CSR for an afternoon break? I remember it being packed that afternoon but don't really remember the evening being too bad
You are lucky to have done DTD that morning...that evening it was crazy crowded. I just updated my TR with the exact same timeframe that you just posted about...how crazy is that?
Glad I'm not the only one stretching out our May trips! Gonna have to go catch your update!
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You know, I think it was! That night was by far the busiest we had seen WS all week, take a look - it was nuts!
Maybe we were just unlucky and in the middle of the crowd the whole time, but I remember a very busy night
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Yayyyy you're back!!
DTD shopping is a must Love Basin....I have one and a half bars of MH soap till May.....
Love the bath bombs....and the bath salts too 
Mmmmmm EOS....I always love seeing pictures from there....everyone has their own favorite
So you may have a return trip....you should totally go for your 40th....I had so much fun in October (my 40th was September
) and we had a blast. I had a party one weekend during September and then celebrated with a few friends for a week in October...during F&W of course....that was a necessity!!!
Tracy
DTD shopping is a must
Love Basin....I have one and a half bars of MH soap till May..... Love the bath bombs....and the bath salts too Mmmmmm EOS....I always love seeing pictures from there....everyone has their own favorite
So you may have a return trip....you should totally go for your 40th....I had so much fun in October (my 40th was September
) and we had a blast. I had a party one weekend during September and then celebrated with a few friends for a week in October...during F&W of course....that was a necessity!!! Tracy
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You know, I think it was! That night was by far the busiest we had seen WS all week, take a look - it was nuts!
Maybe we were just unlucky and in the middle of the crowd the whole time, but I remember a very busy night
Hmmm, I didn't see any crowds quite that bad that evening! Maybe they were all hanging out with you
Yayyyy you're back!!
DTD shopping is a must
Mmmmmm EOS....I always love seeing pictures from there....everyone has their own favorite
So you may have a return trip....you should totally go for your 40th....I had so much fun in October (my 40th was September
Tracy
This afternoon we came home and I told Patrick I wasn't feeling great. He said, why don't you take a hot bath. so that's just what I did...with a bath bomb! When the boys saw the mickey heads come out of it, they started asking how I could get more
I may have to send you with a shopping list in Maythe turkey sandwich was good but there are quite a few I want to try so I will definitely go for something else next time...the Italian or the BLT!
It seems almost poetic that you have a b-day during F&W
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Now that I know we are staying at CSR on our trip, I get super excited to see any pics from there -- even ones of the coke machines at the bus stops!
Sounds like a lovely day at Downtown Disney! Love those Basin Mickey soaps, and if I had to put in an order at Goofy's right now, I think I would choose that coconut covered rice krispy treat! That sure looks good!
Sounds like a lovely day at Downtown Disney! Love those Basin Mickey soaps, and if I had to put in an order at Goofy's right now, I think I would choose that coconut covered rice krispy treat! That sure looks good!
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Now that I know we are staying at CSR on our trip, I get super excited to see any pics from there -- even ones of the coke machines at the bus stops!
Sounds like a lovely day at Downtown Disney! Love those Basin Mickey soaps, and if I had to put in an order at Goofy's right now, I think I would choose that coconut covered rice krispy treat! That sure looks good!
Other than those gross fingerprints and smudges all over the desk, we were really happy with CSR! Beautiful and relaxing!!
the coconut one would be my choice too
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Day 7 Continued
After a successful morning of shopping, Shelby and I brought our packages back to the resort and I made my way to Epcot.
One thing I noticed as the buses pulled in was a large number of school busses in the lot. Quickly I started to notice a number of groups that looked like this
Luckily, most of them seemed to be headed toward the front of the park while I was headed in. My first destination was the Visa meet and greet. We did this in 2008 and basically walked right in. Well, this day was different! The line didnt look that long but people were definitely taking their time with the characters. I just killed time by people watching and reminding myself how hot it was outside!
As I approached the front of the line, the family in front of me asked the CM which characters were there today and she told them Minnie and Goofy. I must confess, I was a bit bummed about that the same characters that were there in 2008 and ones I had already seen on this trip. I made a comment to the other family that had I known that, I might not have decided to get in line but I had waiting all that time so why leave now! When the other family came out, the mom came over to me and said youre going to be happily surprised! Sure enough, I walked in and found .MICKEY!!! I hadnt seen him yet and I was VERY happy!
I may have perhaps annoyed Minnie but reminded her that we had gotten to see each other at breakfast the other day and she seemed OK with that!
I had a few postcards to send to friends and family and they both signed them and took a few more pictures
As I was starting to leave another surprise Goofy appeared!!
So after a few more pics and autographs, I made my way back out into Epcot with a big smile on my face. My next visit was to
The topiaries here were neat
And the butterfly house interesting
But it was pretty crowded so I didnt linger too long.
Had to take a pic of the Tron monorail.
I didnt see the movie, not really my thing. Interesting note though (which I didnt know at the time), this movie was directed by an alum of the high school where I now work!
I stopped for another couple PP pics
From here I decided to head over to WS for some more wanderings.
Since our dinner plans were on the other side and I hadnt spent much time on the left side yet, my first stop was Mexico. I admired some of their glassware
I have a feeling I wouldnt be able to leave WS under my own power if they filled this with a tequila cave margarita!! Then I went for a boat ride.
After a successful morning of shopping, Shelby and I brought our packages back to the resort and I made my way to Epcot.
One thing I noticed as the buses pulled in was a large number of school busses in the lot. Quickly I started to notice a number of groups that looked like this
Luckily, most of them seemed to be headed toward the front of the park while I was headed in. My first destination was the Visa meet and greet. We did this in 2008 and basically walked right in. Well, this day was different! The line didnt look that long but people were definitely taking their time with the characters. I just killed time by people watching and reminding myself how hot it was outside!
As I approached the front of the line, the family in front of me asked the CM which characters were there today and she told them Minnie and Goofy. I must confess, I was a bit bummed about that the same characters that were there in 2008 and ones I had already seen on this trip. I made a comment to the other family that had I known that, I might not have decided to get in line but I had waiting all that time so why leave now! When the other family came out, the mom came over to me and said youre going to be happily surprised! Sure enough, I walked in and found .MICKEY!!! I hadnt seen him yet and I was VERY happy!
I may have perhaps annoyed Minnie but reminded her that we had gotten to see each other at breakfast the other day and she seemed OK with that!
I had a few postcards to send to friends and family and they both signed them and took a few more pictures
As I was starting to leave another surprise Goofy appeared!!
So after a few more pics and autographs, I made my way back out into Epcot with a big smile on my face. My next visit was to
The topiaries here were neat
And the butterfly house interesting
But it was pretty crowded so I didnt linger too long.
Had to take a pic of the Tron monorail.
I didnt see the movie, not really my thing. Interesting note though (which I didnt know at the time), this movie was directed by an alum of the high school where I now work!
I stopped for another couple PP pics
From here I decided to head over to WS for some more wanderings.
Since our dinner plans were on the other side and I hadnt spent much time on the left side yet, my first stop was Mexico. I admired some of their glassware
I have a feeling I wouldnt be able to leave WS under my own power if they filled this with a tequila cave margarita!! Then I went for a boat ride.
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It was cute, I hadnt done it before. I figured I would next take a boat ride in Norway but the wait was longer than interested me so I just wandered around a bit.
In my wanderings, I found my way into the bakery and picked up a few things to enjoy for breakfast the next day. Next up, being good disers as you all know, was China
A performance was coming up so I found a slightly shady spot to sit on the ground and thought I might just take a bite of this little delicacy
O M G!!!!!! It was WAY more amazing than I ever imagined!!!!! So good, and I SO wish I had one right now!! As you might guess, it never made it to breakfast and no, Shelby never got to try it (shhh, our secret OK!) Soon the show began.
I couldnt decide if I was impressed or creeped out by some of these girls tricks. Wow they are flexible!
These boys were really cute
And these girls were quite impressive!
Im glad I took the time to watch, I heard their troupe is leaving WS. It was time for a little drink, I chose the Peach Snap. It was really good!
I spent a little more time walking around China, I really love this pavilion!
About this time, Shelby called to tell me she was getting off the bus so we decided to meet in front of Norway. It was a good thing because I had missed this guy earlier.
After finding Shelb, we meandered a bit with no true purpose
We stopped in Italy for a couple drinks. I had a Bellini, Im not certain what Shelby had but I think it was a non-alcoholic frozen something or other
And stood in the back and listened briefly to Davy Jones. Not really my thing so we quickly moved on
Until we finally reached Japan. I had decided that my special souvenir for this trip was going to be .drumroll please pick a pearl! I had my heart set on a colorful one, pink or champagne colored or even silver. Or perhaps if I was really lucky, twins that I could put into a pair of earrings.
Now Im sure a pearl purist would say I was lucky because mine was snow white but I have to confess to having been a bit bummed.
I had looked at a pearl cage before the trip but had decided I didnt want to hide it in a cage so I looked at the different setting options and my favorite was a necklace for 2 pearls and since I really wanted a colored pearl, this was my excuse to pick a second
This one was just slightly pink and just about the same size. They look really nice together and I left happy! Shelby wanted a little something so we stopped at the sake stand. She debated a bit but settled on the plum wine. She also got a little cup with her daughters name written on it to bring home
Id had the wine before and just had a sip but it was as yummy as I remember. While pouring, the bottle ran out and the girl had to open another. The bottles contain several small plums in the bottom and Shelby asked if they ever eat them. The girl said yes and asked her if she would like one. We each took half and WOW booze soaked plums are good!!
About this time, we needed to head off to our dinner ADR, but that will have to wait for another update!
In my wanderings, I found my way into the bakery and picked up a few things to enjoy for breakfast the next day. Next up, being good disers as you all know, was China
A performance was coming up so I found a slightly shady spot to sit on the ground and thought I might just take a bite of this little delicacy
O M G!!!!!! It was WAY more amazing than I ever imagined!!!!! So good, and I SO wish I had one right now!! As you might guess, it never made it to breakfast and no, Shelby never got to try it (shhh, our secret OK!) Soon the show began.
I couldnt decide if I was impressed or creeped out by some of these girls tricks. Wow they are flexible!
These boys were really cute
And these girls were quite impressive!
Im glad I took the time to watch, I heard their troupe is leaving WS. It was time for a little drink, I chose the Peach Snap. It was really good!
I spent a little more time walking around China, I really love this pavilion!
About this time, Shelby called to tell me she was getting off the bus so we decided to meet in front of Norway. It was a good thing because I had missed this guy earlier.
After finding Shelb, we meandered a bit with no true purpose
We stopped in Italy for a couple drinks. I had a Bellini, Im not certain what Shelby had but I think it was a non-alcoholic frozen something or other
And stood in the back and listened briefly to Davy Jones. Not really my thing so we quickly moved on
Until we finally reached Japan. I had decided that my special souvenir for this trip was going to be .drumroll please pick a pearl! I had my heart set on a colorful one, pink or champagne colored or even silver. Or perhaps if I was really lucky, twins that I could put into a pair of earrings.
Now Im sure a pearl purist would say I was lucky because mine was snow white but I have to confess to having been a bit bummed.
I had looked at a pearl cage before the trip but had decided I didnt want to hide it in a cage so I looked at the different setting options and my favorite was a necklace for 2 pearls and since I really wanted a colored pearl, this was my excuse to pick a second
This one was just slightly pink and just about the same size. They look really nice together and I left happy! Shelby wanted a little something so we stopped at the sake stand. She debated a bit but settled on the plum wine. She also got a little cup with her daughters name written on it to bring home
Id had the wine before and just had a sip but it was as yummy as I remember. While pouring, the bottle ran out and the girl had to open another. The bottles contain several small plums in the bottom and Shelby asked if they ever eat them. The girl said yes and asked her if she would like one. We each took half and WOW booze soaked plums are good!!
About this time, we needed to head off to our dinner ADR, but that will have to wait for another update!
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Sounds like you had a great afternoon wandering around Epcot!
Funny, I tried the school bread for the first time this trip too and thought it was just alright, I was much more impressed with the cloudberry horn. Different strokes!
Glad you were able to get a colored pearl after all, I bet your necklace is really pretty.
Funny, I tried the school bread for the first time this trip too and thought it was just alright, I was much more impressed with the cloudberry horn.
Different strokes!Glad you were able to get a colored pearl after all, I bet your necklace is really pretty.
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as soon as I saw your little treat from Norway I knew it wasn't going to last until breakfast!!! Silly girl!! Love your PP pictures--even though I have seen them all!!!
I remember being very jealous of your soarin picture!!! Way cool!!! Do you have pictures of your pearl setting? Sounds pretty
Love that store....hmmmm I didn't know you could be served drinks inside....Looks like you got a lot done and had a good morning before Shelby caught up to you
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The pictures with Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy are adorable! How fun to have one with all three of them!
Oh, how I would like to try a wine-soaked plum now!
Oh, how I would like to try a wine-soaked plum now!
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Beautiful memories of your day at Epcot. I think I'm going to have to pick me a pearl NEXT time....!
Glad you got to see Mickey, Minnie AND Goofy.
Glad you got to see Mickey, Minnie AND Goofy.
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Yay! Updates! I'm still here!!!! So glad you decided to continue with the TR.
I am loving all your F&GF pictures, they make me even more excited to see it myself next month! I like your reasoning for picking out two pearls too Did you take a pic of it, or all the goodies from DTD? I love pics of the swag!
I am loving all your F&GF pictures, they make me even more excited to see it myself next month! I like your reasoning for picking out two pearls too
Did you take a pic of it, or all the goodies from DTD? I love pics of the swag! 
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Still here! Just slow to catch up.
Loved the trip to Downtown Disney. Can't wait to stock up at Basin. I love Earl of Sandwich too. I'd like to try Wolfgang Puck Express but somehow EoS always wins.
Thank you for all the pics of F&G. I am super excited to see all the topiaries in May. I last went for F&G in ~2006 so I'm sure lots has changed but I know I loved it then. Epcot is so pretty with the extra flowers!
Funny you should mention pick a pearl. I think between you and MEK I am now convinced to give this a go in May.
Ahh... the bellini in Italy.
Loving your new ticker. Another potential trip to plan!
Loved the trip to Downtown Disney. Can't wait to stock up at Basin. I love Earl of Sandwich too. I'd like to try Wolfgang Puck Express but somehow EoS always wins.
Thank you for all the pics of F&G. I am super excited to see all the topiaries in May. I last went for F&G in ~2006 so I'm sure lots has changed but I know I loved it then. Epcot is so pretty with the extra flowers!
Funny you should mention pick a pearl. I think between you and MEK I am now convinced to give this a go in May.
Ahh... the bellini in Italy.
Loving your new ticker. Another potential trip to plan!
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Katie -
What a great time in Epcot! Thank you for posting all the topiaries because they remind me of how much I missed last May, but how much I have to see THIS May. I am totally excited and actually forgot about that!
I LOVE your first pearl. It really is snow white. Did you pick a setting for the pearls. Jen and I each picked on in May
Jen's is on the bottom and mine is on the top. You can be sure I will be wearing my pearl back to Epcot in May.
I love the picture of you in that hat in China. Very cute. You got some great pictures!
What a great time in Epcot! Thank you for posting all the topiaries because they remind me of how much I missed last May, but how much I have to see THIS May. I am totally excited and actually forgot about that!
I LOVE your first pearl. It really is snow white. Did you pick a setting for the pearls. Jen and I each picked on in May
Jen's is on the bottom and mine is on the top. You can be sure I will be wearing my pearl back to Epcot in May.
I love the picture of you in that hat in China. Very cute. You got some great pictures!
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