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Okay, your TR has made me the saddest so far that we won't be back until 2011. Because of FOOD!! First because of the Mickey waffles and now because of the Main Street bakery cinnamon buns. They are both a MUST for me on each trip. How sad that the main reason I'm bumming is because of food?? My world revolves around food.
I've been wandering the boards for a bit now, and I've read both of your TR from September 2009 and October 2009. I just want to tell you that you are an amazing woman for what you do! Victoria is a wonderful artist and I'm sure that she'll go far with that in life! You and her seem to have a powerful bond to each other And you look so extremely happy to be with Michael in all of these pictures!! It must have been *magical* for you both Happy days to you all <3
Omg I am totally loving this tr so much. I just hope that when all is said and done overseas that you and Michael can truly have that wonderful time together that you so dearly miss when he isn't home. Each moment in time is stolen with such precious memories. I am so happy that you got to have this time with him.
When you get a chance I don't remember what your buttons said so if you get a chance can you post a picture of them for us? Please....
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Okay, that is my new favorite video of anything Disney. I'm glad that Victoria was able to bring some magic to a CM who probably brings so much magic to everyone else.
Did I mention that I absolutely love reading your TR? It's the best
Victoria's drawings are so wonderful it's easy to see why Cruella was overwhelmed! And what a great CM to get the extra special autographs! It sure was a great day!!
Just got to catch up on some wonderful updates. Loved your day at Busch Gardens, glad you were able to enjoy so much with little lines.
Sorry that there were so many changes on Victoria's birthday but looks like it was a wonderful one anyway. Sorry about the not so great service at 1900 PF, glad Victoria got her cupcake....FINALLY!!!
You just had such great interaction at the MNSSHP...loved the video with Cruella and Victoria and such wonderful pictures. Again her drawings are amazing.
Tired after a long night glad you all took the time for some R&R the next day. Lunch looked great at the Plaza, and so did the desserts at B&C.
Sorry, folks, for the delay. My computer had an issue and quit. I had to take it to the Mac store to be fixed. Good grief! I just got it back today. We are going out of town tomorrow, so I won't update until I get home, so I'll be back with an update in a week or so. Until then, thank you so much for reading and your encouraging words. It means a lot!
I was really behind in reading this TR. Oh wow!!! Ya'll had some wonderful times. SheiKra look slike one of those coasters that DBF and DD would love, but there is no way in heck you are getting me on there. LOL
I LVE the video of Cruella. That was an absolutely amazing character interaction. I'm sure she has a special place for that drawing. And how wonderful of Onyda to get all those other hard to get autographs for Victoria. Disney is a magic force all its own and it is the CMs that drive that force.
Happy anniversary and I hope you enjoy your trip with Micheal.
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First because of the Mickey waffles and now because of the Main Street bakery cinnamon buns. They are both a MUST for me on each trip. How sad that the main reason I'm bumming is because of food?? My world revolves around food. 
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And you look so extremely happy to be with Michael in all of these pictures!! It must have been *magical* for you both 
Happy days to you all <3
*Melissa
What a nice relaxing day you had. And I 
the shirts!
I had to take it to the Mac store to be fixed. Good grief! I just got it back today. We are going out of town tomorrow, so I won't update until I get home, so I'll be back with an update in a week or so. Until then, thank you so much for reading and your encouraging words. It means a lot! 
Have a great time away! 
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