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Old 11-05-2010, 02:41 PM   #361
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I have always wanted my DS to make the minifigs at the Lego store and he is not interested. They are soooo cute! He is lured to the bigger items I guess.

That pic of your son with the drum . . . you can really see how much he looks like you! What a cutie!

I LOVED the beds at BC too! Going from them to the ones at POP Century was a huge let down, let me tell ya!

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Old 11-05-2010, 05:24 PM   #362
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Man, after seeing those pictures of the food at LeCellier and hearing your report I'm irritated that I got outvoted again on LeCellier. I've always wanted to try it. Maybe one day!

I can't wait to hear what happened on Mission Space. Hope you update soon!
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Old 11-05-2010, 05:46 PM   #363
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Old 11-05-2010, 06:47 PM   #364
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Glad you had a great meal at Le Cellier. Great pictures with the characters!!
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So glad you all enjoyed Le Cellier! Your DH had my favorite steak there! Love all the PP pictures from the Disney Visa Meet and Greet and the magic shots with the girls. So cute! Can't wait to hear the rest of the story!
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All caught up again! I love all the pics!!
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I am loving your updates! How nice to have been let onto the ride at AK and I think it's cool to have had the park to yourself (despite so many rides being closed). Epcot looked like a great day and the food looked yummy!

I just adore this picture. I have not seen one like this before!
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Mmmmm.....now I want that steak again! It literally melted in my mouth.....oh, the deliciousness!!! LOL! Sounds like a nice evening, but I'm interested to hear this entertaining story! Oh, and I love the PP pic with hang-gliding Mickey - I've always wanted that one, but have yet to get it!
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I'm finally all caught up with your TR! It sounds great like the trip you guys always deserved, the best do-over ever! All the pics are awesome looks like you had a great time at AK and I can't wait to hear what happened at Epcot! The suspense is killing me!
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I (and my dh) wholeheartedly agree w/your DH that the mushroom filet at LC was the best steak we've ever eaten!
Hurry back w/more. Can't wait to hear about what happened on Mission Space Orange!
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I love your trip report.
Did your children enjoy Le Cellier? We may try lunch there as well.
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Okay, I'm caught up so you can update now, I can't wait to hear the rest of the story
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Love the update and so glad the Visa meet and greet went well. LOVE the 'Magic pics" from the PP and LOVE LOVE the Marie shots!!!!!
Your family is adorable..............am I seeing a yellow matching theme going on??? Love that too!!!!!
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