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Great morning! I was going to say - don't you remember that part of the marathon? It's a longer walk than you think it is! You managed a lot that morning, good work. I also love that TSMM has the special vehicle. Yes, it's a long wait, but it's worth it. There's no way my mom can stand for that length of time, even in the FP line. So for her to be able to sit on her ECV and wait is well worth it!
I sure hope you get to enjoy the pool...
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Hi! I'm counting down our days until we get to Cedar Point (we're at 15)!
I didn't realize Toy Story had a special ride vehicle so your son could remain in his chair! I've filed that away in my "Disney file" so I can help a friend whose planning on taking her son (wheelchair bound, Cystic Fibrosis) in November. Thanks for the information!
Sounds like an amazing start to your vacation - what an incredible balcony on the studio!
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Wonderful first day of vacation! The IG is a big draw for staying at BC. I think we used the same path when we stayed there in 2010.
We enjoyed the location when we stayed at the Boardwalk, too, although I liked BWV more than DH did.
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Great start to the day! I love your Minnie - you're obviously very artistic.
I'm really not; I think the instructors are just that good!
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Your family made good use of EMH and did all the big rides! I think the way the adapted ride vehicle on TSMM opens up to allow chairs to roll in is wonderful. You all did really well with your drawings of Minnie. Already a few special moments, with your DS getting the animator's drawing and the special photo with Ralph!
I really don't enjoy the Studios that much, but we did have a pretty nice morning there.
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Great time at the Studio's!!
Wow, all of your Minnie pics look really good; way better that I've ever done with that class....
Great morning! I was going to say - don't you remember that part of the marathon? It's a longer walk than you think it is! You managed a lot that morning, good work. I also love that TSMM has the special vehicle. Yes, it's a long wait, but it's worth it. There's no way my mom can stand for that length of time, even in the FP line. So for her to be able to sit on her ECV and wait is well worth it!
I sure hope you get to enjoy the pool...
We always got more accomplished in the morning than we did when we came back from our break. That's why it's so important to get up and go early!
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Loving your trip report!
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Hi! I'm counting down our days until we get to Cedar Point (we're at 15)!
I didn't realize Toy Story had a special ride vehicle so your son could remain in his chair! I've filed that away in my "Disney file" so I can help a friend whose planning on taking her son (wheelchair bound, Cystic Fibrosis) in November. Thanks for the information!
Sounds like an amazing start to your vacation - what an incredible balcony on the studio!
If you need any other advice about dealing with special needs at WDW, just let me know! We enjoy Cedar Point, but it's hardly worth taking my son there because there are only about three things that he can ride. That's why WDW is so awesome for our family!
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Those are some fabulous Minnie Mouse drawings! I had a laugh at Holly/Phillipa at dinner--Disney CMs are REQUIRED to have a name tag on . . . doesn't actually have to be their name tag.
What a fantastic start to your vacation! I'm loving all of your pictures! I can't wait to hear more!!
I've got lots more!
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What a fantastic start to your vacation. Can't wait to follow along!
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Great morning at DHS! Your drawings are great!
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Those are some fabulous Minnie Mouse drawings! I had a laugh at Holly/Phillipa at dinner--Disney CMs are REQUIRED to have a name tag on . . . doesn't actually have to be their name tag.
She told us that she was so proud to have kept track of her nametag, but she had just misplaced it and didn't really want to get another one since she was getting ready to go back to Ireland!
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You managed a lot that morning, good work. 
I also love that TSMM has the special vehicle. Yes, it's a long wait, but it's worth it. There's no way my mom can stand for that length of time, even in the FP line. So for her to be able to sit on her ECV and wait is well worth it! 
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