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We knew what we wanted to do first ~ Pirates of the Caribbean. It is the best thing there. We were in line behind a father and son from England. They had never played this game before, and we started telling them what they needed to do, and we said it was easier to maneuver everything with more people. They talked to each other and then asked if we would like to join them. Sure! So, we joined the father and son duo, and with our force of five against the pirates, we did a fantastic job and collected lots of booty. They thanked us afterwards for joining them as they wouldn't have done so well by themselves. It was a lot of fun!
This is my idea of Disney Magic! I love spontaneous moments like that one.
I have never been to Disney Quest. Your trip report reminds me that maybe I should go before it goes the way of Pleasure Island.
I love your picture inside Bruce. Classic! As is the photo of Victoria's reaction to Beverly.
Thank you so much for posting the pictures of the Food and Wine Festival kiosk menu boards. It was so informative for me. My boyfriend's birthday is October 29 and he wants to go away somewhere to celebrate. I'm thinking that this would be an excellent option. Your trip report might prove to be good ammunition. Right now he is thinking about New Orleans, Montreal, or Quebec City. We shall see. It's his birthday and not mine so we'll do whatever he wants.
The Photopass pictures in France are suitable for framing. You all look great and have a wonderful backdrop.
You keep on mentioning how hot it was in Epcot. What would be your guess as to the temperatures?
You did a great job in describing your SheiKra experience. I totally "get" your need to feel secure. I am the same way. That drop is INSANE! Since we're both coaster freaks we should meet up in Cedar Point one day!
I do not understand Victoria. She passed up chocolate truffle cake for pickles!?! Hasn't she heard that butter, cream, sugar, and chocolate are the best friends anyone can ever have EVER!?!
Hands in the air in front of the castle makes me chuckle too.
I would kill to have a picture taken with all seven dwarfs.
That Cruella video was AWESOME! Miss Cruella totally broke character the entire time. LOVE IT!
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I started reading last night, and finished this morning. I had started reading when you first posted about the trip, but have been slacking ever since. Can't tell you how many times I cried reading your TR. Such a special time for your family. You have a beautiful family. You all take such wonderful pictures!~ the video isn't working for me, so I'll try again later. I can't wait to see it!
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I can't watch the video here at work...funny they actually want you to work here, I don't get it. So now I can't wait to go home and watch it. I'm thinking that the next time we go down for Halloween we might go after Halloween, if it is offered. I'm all for the less crowds and it seems you got soooo much done! You really got some fabulous PP pics!! LOVE the hitchhiking ghosts!!
More great pictures and video! I'm glad you guys had such a great time at the party!
Fabulous time!
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Love Cruellas reaction to getting Victorias picture!
Hysterical, isn't it?
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Awesome Awesome video!!!! What a magical day!!!!!!!!!!
It's why we love Disney so much!
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Loved Cruella's reaction to her photo! Definitely not in character for Ms. DeVil! Glad y'all had such a great time at MNSSHP!
How often can you say you got a character to break character.
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Love Love Love the reaction of Cruella!!! Victoria's drawings are amazing!!!!
Loving the multiple updates!!!!
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What an awesome time you had at MNSSHP!! And that video with Cruella just had me grinning from ear to ear! LOVED IT!!
Me, too! I smile every time I watch it!
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I can't watch the video here at work...funny they actually want you to work here, I don't get it. So now I can't wait to go home and watch it. I'm thinking that the next time we go down for Halloween we might go after Halloween, if it is offered. I'm all for the less crowds and it seems you got soooo much done! You really got some fabulous PP pics!! LOVE the hitchhiking ghosts!!
I am so glad we went on November 1. It's the first year they've offered it after Halloween. We got everything done we wanted to do. It was great!
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This is my idea of Disney Magic! I love spontaneous moments like that one.
I have never been to Disney Quest. Your trip report reminds me that maybe I should go before it goes the way of Pleasure Island.
You should try it at least once especially if you like video games. I love the oldie goldie ones that I grew up with. Fun!
I love your picture inside Bruce. Classic! As is the photo of Victoria's reaction to Beverly.
Hee hee! They crack me up! I love taking fun pictures.
Thank you so much for posting the pictures of the Food and Wine Festival kiosk menu boards. It was so informative for me. My boyfriend's birthday is October 29 and he wants to go away somewhere to celebrate. I'm thinking that this would be an excellent option. Your trip report might prove to be good ammunition. Right now he is thinking about New Orleans, Montreal, or Quebec City. We shall see. It's his birthday and not mine so we'll do whatever he wants.
You are so welcome! Too bad I didn't take a picture of all the boards. I had never seen them before either. Tell your BF that he can try food from all of the places he wants to visit right there in Epcot!
The Photopass pictures in France are suitable for framing. You all look great and have a wonderful backdrop.
Thanks!
You keep on mentioning how hot it was in Epcot. What would be your guess as to the temperatures?
You know, I don't know. I'm thinking it was in the upper 90s. Yes, we live in Texas now and yes, my DH was home from Iraq where temps were in the 130s and they had to wear their full body armor. However, Texas doesn't have the humidity that Orlando has, and it was draining the life right out of us! Phew!
You did a great job in describing your SheiKra experience. I totally "get" your need to feel secure. I am the same way. That drop is INSANE! Since we're both coaster freaks we should meet up in Cedar Point one day!
I have heard great things about Cedar Point! I have always wanted to go. That would be fun!
I do not understand Victoria. She passed up chocolate truffle cake for pickles!?! Hasn't she heard that butter, cream, sugar, and chocolate are the best friends anyone can ever have EVER!?! I was wondering if anyone was going to pick up on that! It shocked me when she chose a pickle over cake. LOL! At home, she'll sit and eat a whole jar of pickles. No kidding!
I would kill to have a picture taken with all seven dwarfs.
Another good reason to get to WDW in October and go to MNSSHP!!!
That Cruella video was AWESOME! Miss Cruella totally broke character the entire time. LOVE IT!
Thanks! She was hilarious! When she said, "Shut up!" I almost lost it. That was SOOOOO NOT something Cruella would say.
Oh wow, what an amazing Cast Member! She is just the embodiment of Disney - going above and beyond like that. This is turning out to be the most amazing night.
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You all got some of the coolest PhotoPass pictures during the MNSHHP. 
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Such a special time for your family. You have a beautiful family. You all take such wonderful pictures!~ the video isn't working for me, so I'll try again later. I can't wait to see it! 
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I was wondering if anyone was going to pick up on that! It shocked me when she chose a pickle over cake. LOL! At home, she'll sit and eat a whole jar of pickles. No kidding! 
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She is just the embodiment of Disney - going above and beyond like that. This is turning out to be the most amazing night. 
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