Okay okay, I'm back! Note to self, don't fall so far behind on the DIS because it's like impossible to get caught up!
Well, juding by all your comments I think you did an awesome job catching up. I am very impressed!
Yes, I fall into the category of 7am being early. I do wish that I woke up earlier, but man, I just can't get over that hump.
When I was in my 20's I used to work in the evening, so 10am was early for me back in the day. Now that I have to be to work at 7am and have raised two kids, that has all changed.
Man, the bus system really does come close to letting you down when you really need to be somewhere, doesn't it? When you don't need them, they're EVERYWHERE! When you need one, 30 minutes.
Seriously, I think that's so true. When I used to stay at the mods or the values I never waited very long for a bus. They were always there. But most of my stays at the DVC resorts have had one episode of a bad bus mojo. What's up with that?
I love the atmosphere at CP. I think in January it was definitely Farrell's favorite breakfast. I mean, what's not to love about Winnie the Pooh?
The puffed french toast is heavenly. I would go to CP just to get that.
If I had a way of wrapping up that puffed french toast I would have surely been tempted to take some for an afternoon snack. I could eat the stuff all day long. CP is definitely one of my favorite breakfast locations. I also love Cape May Cafe. Yum!
That eyeless Buzz is pretty creepy.
Nice score! I LOVE getting stuck on Buzz.
It was fun getting stuck just to get that high score and you're right - that picture of Buzz is pretty creepy.
Listen, I'm totally with you for the afternoon break thing. It's so important when you're there in the middle of summer.
I really, really enjoyed my afternoon breaks during this trip. I was definitely a highlight. I have no interest in park commando anymore. Heck - I've been there so much and ridden everything multiple times. My pool and relaxation time became as equally important as my park time during this trip.
I do not understand how it's possible that people don't know how to use fastpass machines. I ask you, do people read anymore?! Seriously. It's not hard to figure out. It's in the map all laid out for you. To answer your question, I don't think they read the map.
I also thought it was pretty intuitive, but my SIL probably didn't even know there was such a thing as a FP machine so perhaps she was simply just afraid to walk up to one and look dumb. Oh well, her loss on her MK day.
Nice that you were able to get on Splash an hour after your return time! Score.
We really lucked out on that. Maybe some people would flame me for even trying, but the worse that could happen is they would say "No". I really wanted my nephews to ride, so I had to make the extra effort.
I think it's the fixins bar at Pecos that makes them so yummy.
Totally agree with that. I love fried mushrooms and onions on a burger. Such a treat.
I'll comment more in separate posts, because my computer has been wonky lately, and I'm afraid of losing stuff.
I know all about wonky computers. Working on one now.
Hey Mary Ellen! Loving your report! Excellent photos, as usual!
Trish!!!!!! So excited to have you hear joining in. Have you been on hiatus from the DIS boards? I haven't seen you around for awhile. I noticed on Cynthia's TR that you mentioned a F&W trip. When are you going?
Oh my goodness you have me chuckling on this TR. I think it is your funniest yet. You had so many good one-liners I kept cracking up sitting here reading it.
It's easy to be funny when you have good material.
I feel a little bad about making jokes about my bro's family, because I really do love them. But some of the stuff was priceless.
I definitely understand all too well the frustrations of traveling with extended family unversed in Disney park touring. It really is comical though too.
I couldn't agree more. I knew it would be a challenge and looking back all the annoyances seem so minor now. But at the time it was super frustrating.
Thanks for showing so much of SSR. Although it is our "home" property, I have yet to stay here. But thanks to your review, I will know never to do so without a car, especially if staying in a treehouse!
I definitely recommend a car when staying at SSR. It is just too darn big for one bus route. It needs two, but I guess that would be confusing. Surprised that you have never stayed there. It really is super pretty and I am looking forward to going back.
And thanks for proving that a well-versed Diser really still can come out ahead on the DP!
Really enjoying following along!
You will actually be suprised at the final numbers when I post them. I came out more ahead that I thought I would. I'm waiting till the last meal to post, but I do have it all tallyed up.
Minutes away from a parade, and it's all "I'm leaving?" I don't understand people.
I love MSEP. It reminds me of being little, since it was the first parade at Disney I saw.
That was one of the most exasperating moments during this trip. She just got up, said she was leaving, and disappeared into the crowd. Just like that. Really?????
Great pictures of the Magic, Memories, and You. I love that addition to the fireworks.
That show was SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO awesome. I was mesmorized. I am so glad we saw it from the vantage point where we were standing.
Seriously? "Can you not come in here and make coffee?"
I would have grabbed the coffee pot and stormed off!
That's exactly what I did. But then I had to go into the bedroom with Denny, who I was also mad with for throwing me under the bus. UGH!
You do need a cinnamon bun do-over! You were robbed....!
I definitely do and don't think for a moment I won't be purchasing my very own cinnamon bun in October. It's on the list.
Yzma, put your hands in the air!!!!
Love the tumble monkeys!
Great show! We totally enjoyed it. I won't go another 4 or 5 without seeing it.
Haha, your fire guy commentary cracked me up. Farrell and I have this saying...."I'm on fire, aren't I?!" (short version, she dropped her cigarette in the car and seriously freaked out and yelled at me "I'M ON FIRE, AREN'T I?!"
OMG! You had me lol'ing with that comment. Every time I reread it I chuckle!
You are right that Restaurantasaurus is definitely home of the best veggie sandwich of life.
It really is. It's SOOOOOOOOOOOOO good and I wanted one. Never did get it, but I wanted it.
It is never too early for an adult beverage if you've eaten lunch already.
Good point! That sugar cane mojito did call my name. Nex time, I'll listen.
Oh dear. Sick from EE? Now I've heard everything. But I have a stomach of steel, so that doesn't say much....
I have never heard of people getting sick from EE, but I guess it happens. I never would have guess she was a "cookie tosser", but she avoided all motion rides after that.
Wait, you can have bell services take you to the treehouses? That's AWESOME!
Isn't it. I am so glad the man in the crazy costume at registration told me that. I guess he was supposed to be dressed like a jockie??? Maybe??
All right, I'll probably be back later in the week.
You made a ton of progress!
Oh - and I noticed all your tickers - you have some great trips planned missy!
I think you should let DB and family go on a trip all their own.. then let them do a TR because you know.. we could all use a good laugh!!!
I can only hope and prayer that they never find the DIS boards because I would never want them to know I was writing about this trip. But I do think it would be good for them to plan their own trip. We'll see how that goes.
to admit I have not been in there, so I really appreciate when people share pictures from this wonderful exhibit/attraction. . The guys are not interested and in the times I separate from them at HS, it is to see The Little Mermaid or Beauty and the Beast, and someday I hope to do the Animation Academy.
Yeah - better not show your TR to the teachers. It probably would get back to him. Smart move. 
Don't you hate when you offer a FP to someone who (1) doesn't speak English, (2) doesn't know what a FP is, or (3) all of the above? You never really know if said person is going to use the actual FP and if they don't, well then what a waste.
) so we never tried it. May have to give the ride a try.
