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We were seated at a table in the center of the downstairs area, and as our server approached and opened her mouth (no doubt to ask if we'd like a beverage), I imperiously waved her off and said, "Dahling, I KNOW what you're going to ask, but I have a strict policy NOT to sign autographs until AFTER the meal."
Sandy started laughing. The server looked uncertain, then opened her mouth again. I waved her off and said, "No dahling, rahlly I must insist that we be served first. I promise I will sign anything you like AHFTER dinner. Dahling, you know I'm here shooting a film, don't you? This young lady plays the ingenue, and I'm trying desperately to impart the wisdom of my experience to her."
Then, in my "normal" voice I said, "But seriously, we have to be out of here no later than 6:30 because we have a dessert party to attend."
The poor server shot a desperate look at Sandy and said, "Is this for real now? Or is she still . . . ?"
Sandy assured her that we DID have to be out of there by 6:30 for a dessert party. At that point, I allowed the poor woman to inquire about drinks, and then I said, "Dahling, you know I want my usual -- the Derby Margarita!" She started laughing and nodding, and Sandy ordered a glass of wine, and I think the poor dear was glad to get out of my clutches for a short time!
Now, this next part is too, too funny. I ordered two appetizers: my usual crab cake and salad, and the server asked what order I'd like them in. I said, "Please bring the salad first, dahling."
Sandy ordered a main course that looked wonderful, and it arrived at the same time as my CRAB CAKE. A different server brought us the food, so I didn't say anything -- and I honestly didn't care what order the food came in.
Here's Sandy's chicken:
And my crab cake:
Then our server scurried over with my salad and said, with some fear in her eyes, "You wanted the salad first, didn't you?" I was in the mood to be gracious, so I smiled invitingly (but it might have been my Maleficent smile, I rahlly cahn't be sure) and said, "Dahling, it's quite all right, rahlly it is."
Sandy was so hard I was afraid she would choke. The gentleman at the next table over kept looking at me like he thought I was nuts. He was simply EATING HIS FOOD. Wasn't that peculiar of him?
Earlier in the day I'd told Sandy about Adner, a server who has waited on me a couple times at HBD and how much I adore him, and how we saw him in October when Sheri-Terri and I lunched at HBD, and then WHO DO YOU THINK I SAW AT THE TABLE BEHIND OURS?
It's Adner, dahling! Of course he remembered me, he always does, what a dear sweet man, rahlly he is dahling.
Every time our server came back, I'd try to come up with a new "bit" to make her crack up. I forced her to get a picture with us:
When I finished my margarita, she came back and asked if I'd like another. Before I could say anything, Sandy yelped, "PLEASE no, don't give her another drink!" And then all three of us started
The server was nearly doubled over by the time she brought our check. That's when I hit her with my coup de grace: "Dahling, have you seen my husband recently? Has he been in here lately?" Jumping into the act, she said, "Which husband?"
I stiffened my spine and glared at her. With a flick of my wrist I flipped back one of my ears and said, "MISTER GOOFY, of course! Honestly, the help in here gets less intelligent every day." She was
And both Sandy and I left her incredibly generous tips, just for playing along. Whew! That was exhausting but so, so much fun!
Now it was time for the dessert party, and all the Reunioneers were supposed to meet by Rock N Roller Coaster. We spotted light-up lanyards for $5 apiece on one of the carts, so Sandy grabbed enough for all her kids and bought me one as well. Sandy!
You can either see a picture of us or a picture of the lanyards, and by now I figure you're ready for the lanyards!
That's all you're getting out of me this week! Next up: the most magical finale ever! Hope you're enjoying my story so far!
Stacey, it was so cute to see how Bullseye, Woody, and Buzz all maintained their individual personas throughout the breakfast.
Woody found everything knee-slappingly hilarious, and he would hold his sides and shake to indicate he was laughing. Buzz stayed tall and strong and positive, giving lots of thumbs-up to everybody. And Bullseye somehow conveyed sweetness and shyness.
It was all so adorable!
Today I brought my Toy Story backpack to the office and gave it to a coworker whose little girl had come to our office Halloween party dressed as Jessie. I said, "Be sure to tell Margaret that Buzz and Woody signed this just for YOU."
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That is awesome! I wish this was available all the time! And how absolutely sweet of you to give your backpack to Margaret
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Stacey
Why do these kids look so pathetic?
Find out in: A New Grade, A New House, and A Surprise!Final Thoughts 01/30
OMG...I bet going grocery shopping with you is a real adventure.
I have to admit, reading this TR has made me realize I'm wayyyyy too serious on our vacations...and I didn't think I was that bad at all. But I'm definately going to have to loosen up next trip.
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Rick and I went out for Mexican food last night, and over margaritas I reenacted the Brown Derby dinner. He was pretty good, but he's also "laying down the law" saying I really shouldn't renew my AP in February because I'm getting too obsessed with Disney.
Doesn't he realize I've ALWAYS been obsessed with Disney? Whether I feed the habit or not, it's there.
Why oh why can't non-Disney folks get it??? That's why I love all of you, dear readers, because you definitely GET IT.
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